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Wedding Photography Tips | The Complete Guide

This article encompasses many of the best SLR Lounge articles and tutorials on Wedding Photography.

Golf Course Wedding Photography Tips and Inspiration

You don’t have to love the game of golf to appreciate golf course weddings. The lush grounds and immaculate landscaping found at most golf courses have made them popular wedding venues. However, photographing a wedding on a sprawling golf course comes with its own set of challenges. From navigating the expansive grounds to working within ... Read more

Clients Asking for RAW Files? Here’s What to Do

One of the most frequently asked questions I receive from photographers in our Photography Mastermind Group, and even via DMs goes like this: “My clients want my RAW files. What should I do?” This topic has sparked a lot of debate in the photography community, and unfortunately, I’ve seen a lot of poor advice circulating. ... Read more

Should You Delete Your RAW Photos, Or Archive Them Forever? – Q&A

A common dilemma photographers face is the following question: “should I delete my RAW original photos, after delivering them to a client?”  I have the high-res edited JPG files and I’ve never had to go back to my RAWs for any reason, so do I really need them taking up tons of space on my ... Read more
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Best Tripod For Landscape Photography

Is it possible to find a good tripod for landscape photography, without breaking the bank? Yes, it is.

VideoProc Converter AI Review: Smart yet Cost-Effective Video and Image Enhancement Tool for Photographers

For photographers and videographers, every moment captured is a piece of our real world that has been frozen in time. Whether it’s the vibrant hues of a sunset landscape, the emotion of a memorable moment with friends & family, or the nostalgic charm of our oldest imagery, this is what our passion as artists is ... Read more

Editorial Posing Tips, Inspiration, and Examples for Better Group Portraits

Editorial posing is a style of posing that utilizes layers, connection points, and varied expressions to create a unique look you might see in a fashion magazine or high-end photography publication. It is the opposite of standard, symmetrical posing, where subjects are placed in a straight line with equal weight on both sides. In this ... Read more
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5 Tips on Shooting Sharp Images with a Wide-Open Aperture

How do we get tack-sharp images, especially when it comes to groups, when we're shooting with a wide-open aperture? Here's how in 5 tips (plus 3 bonus tips)!

Essential Tips For Capturing Boat Wedding Pictures

Photographing a wedding on a boat presents unique opportunities and challenges for photographers. The dynamic environment, with its changing light and moving landscape, calls for versatility and creativity. This article provides tips to navigate these waters, ensuring you capture breathtaking boat wedding pictures that the couple will treasure for a lifetime. Go Wide – Use ... Read more
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How to Freeze Motion in Photography

In photography, some of the most compelling images are the ones that freeze motion, especially fast moving, dynamic motion. Whether it’s the graceful leap of a dancer, the splash of water mid-air, or the raw energy of a sporting event, freezing motion brings these fleeting moments to life with clarity. In this guide, we’ll explore ... Read more

New Samyang 85mm f1.4 Lens For Canon Full Frame

Wendell Weithers

Samyang has announced a new 85mm f1.4 autofocus lens for Canon full frame cameras. It is the latest addition to the ...

Samyang/Rokinon 50mm f/1.4 AF For Sony E-mount 40% Off Today Only

Kishore Sawh

The best price on this 50mm 1.4 for Sony yet.

Samyang Announces Its Premium XP 50mm 1.2 Lens

Wendell Weithers

In recent years, there has been a pronounced push within the industry to provide stellar optics that both maximize our ...

The New Samyang AF 35mm 1.4 FE For Sony A7 / A9 Series

Kishore Sawh

Samyang's newest AF lens for E-mount is here.

Samyang Announces Affordable 35mm 2.8 AF Prime For Sony E-Mount

Wendell Weithers

The Sony E-mount system provides a unique opportunity for third party lens manufacturers to make headway in the market because ...

Tokina & Samyang Release New Fast Primes | 14mm, 20mm, 85mm

Bilal Akhtar

Samyang and Tokina have been garnering significantly more attention these days as they release new fast primes. Although the Samyang lenses are ...

Samyang Finished Summer Blockbuster With 5th & Final Lens | 14mm f/2.8 FE AF

Kishore Sawh

Find out about all 5 lenses released in 5 weeks of Samyang's summer blockbuster.

Samyang’s 3 New Lenses In 3 Weeks

Alice Houstons

3 lenses down, 2 to go, but here's what Samyang has released thus far

The News | FujiFilm Wonder Shop Opening In NYC, Affinity Photo Gets Big Update, & Samyang Lens Reveal

Kishore Sawh

FujiFilm Wonder Shop For those who didn’t know, FujiFilm actually has their own, rather special, shops. In the vein of ...

The News (Gear) | Sony Lens Updates, 5 Samyang Lenses in 5 Weeks, Canon 5D IV Officially Registered

Kishore Sawh

Sony updates focusing through firmware, Samyang teases 5 lenses, and Photokina is shaping up for a 5D MK IV

How I Shot It – A Quirky Composite of “The Noble Family” by Paul Monaghan

Paul Monaghan

This image is rather special to me, not only because the family loved it, but it also placed high in "The 1st SNS Exhibition" held by Samyang in January this year.

Rokinon Announces 10mm f/2.8 and 12mm f/2 Lenses For APS-C & Mirrorless

Matthew Saville

A couple wide angle "speed barriers" have just been broken, folks! What am I talking about? Well, Rokinon / Samyang / Bower have just announced new lenses, the most notable being a pair of crop-sensor / mirrorless lenses: The 10mm f/2.8 and the 12mm f/2.