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Lightroom Workflow Tips to Speed Up Editing

In this article, we show how we can apply the principles of the assembly line to your own Adobe Lightroom workflow to speed it up and become much more productive.
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Tips for Corporate Headshots and Portraits

In this post, we'll go over some tips & tricks to help you get through a long day of corporate headshots.
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5 Best Monopods for Photographers of All Levels

What are monopods and why do I need one? A monopod is an extremely handy piece of equipment that photographers of all levels can put to good use. Similar to (but different from) their famous three-legged cousin, the tripod, monopods are a single-leg support for mounting your camera on. While they may not be as ... Read more
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Makeup Photography Tips and Inspiration

Makeup photography is an art form that focuses on photographing the entire makeup process and experience, not just the finished product. Whether you are shooting for a makeup artist’s portfolio, a commercial beauty campaign, or a bride on her wedding day, this genre demands a careful blend of technical skill and creative vision. The process ... Read more
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The 8 Best Photography Reflectors

Lighting is a photographer’s best friend. This crucial element can either make or break a shot. As such, professional photographers and hobbyists alike invest in a reflector to amplify the beauty of the image. Reflectors can either diffuse, bounce, or flag both natural and artificial light. They are often a photographer’s best solution when outdoor ... Read more
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Aperture Priority vs. Shutter Priority vs. Manual Mode | Which is Best?

We're going to take a closer look at the four main modes available on most cameras and discuss scenarios where each mode makes the most sense. Ready? Let's dive in!

Aiarty Image Enhancer: Restore Faces, Remove Objects, and Enhance Photo Quality (36% OFF + Bonus Gifts)

Whether you’re working with old family portraits or low-res web images, poor image quality can still derail a creative project. In such instances, it’s not uncommon to run into problems like blurry edges, funky artifacts, or just not enough resolution; this is true for photographers, designers, and digital artists alike. Aiarty Image Enhancer has built ... Read more

How to Take Direct Sunlight Portraits

I used to be terrified to shoot in harsh sunlight. I avoided it like the plague, and as a consequence avoided scheduling sessions in anything other than golden hour or overcast days. I soon found out that a limited availability such as this was a financial burden, and bad for business. That was the deciding ... Read more

20+ Posing Cues for Couples from Professional Photographers

Photographers often hear their clients say, “We’re awkward, but we want to be natural, fun & romantic.” This common challenge underscores the importance of mastering posing, a skill that blends technical knowledge with creative communication. The art of posing is more than just positioning subjects; it’s about crafting authentic, emotive stories through images.  This guide ... Read more
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The Best Online Album Proofing Options for Photographers

The deeper you dive into photography, especially when you start taking on clients and making it a business, the more important it becomes to find and use tools that allow you to streamline your workflow. It doesn’t take long before you start spending less time taking photos and more time managing other aspects of getting ... Read more
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Next Level Portraits for Social Media With Luminarᴬᴵ

Pye

In this video, we’re using Luminarᴬᴵ to turn a plain mobile photograph into next-level portraits that are ready to shine ...

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Creating a Black & White Luminarᴬᴵ Preset for Street Portraits

Shivani Reddy

In this video, we’re going to create a black and white Luminar presets packed with high detail for street portraiture ...

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Skylum Updates Luminar AI – Fixing Several Bugs and Enhancing the Workflow Experience

David Crewe

Skylum has just released an update to Luminar AI that delivers a more refined version of Luminar and addresses several bugs for both Windows and Mac users.

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LuminarAI Officially Launched – Reinvents the Photo Editing Experience for Creative Artists

David Crewe

The new AI-centric tools help drive a refined workflow, offering creatives the solutions they need without the manual, tedious tasks often required.

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AI Sky Replacement – Adobe Photoshop 2021 vs Skylum Luminar 4

David Crewe

It seems that everywhere you look today with Photo retouching tools, it’s all about the AI tools that are available; ...

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AI and the Future of Photography | How to Survive and Thrive In Changing Times

Matthew Saville

How do photographers ensure their long term success in the industry?  In this article, we'll give you 5 ways to not only survive, but to thrive in the age of Artificial Intelligence.

Winners announced in the Luminar Bug Photography Awards 2020 SLR Lounge

Winners Announced in the Luminar Bug Photography Awards 2020

David Crewe

The annual awards were launched this year as a way of simultaneously celebrating invertebrates photography, and raising awareness of the plight of so many invertebrates species, which have seen large declines in their populations. The awards have also raised valuable funds for the conservation efforts of Buglife.

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Luminar AI Uses Human-Inspired Artificial Intelligence for A Faster Editing Experience

David Crewe

LuminarAI challenges the traditional approach of presets and sliders with the ability to use adaptive Templates and human-centric edits powered by AI.

Skylum Luminar 4.3 Update SLR Lounge

Luminar Brings Searching, User Experience Improvements, 500px Integration and More In The 4.3 Update

David Crewe

Luminar 4.3 adds a new crop interface, faster Looks experience, photo search, sharing through 500px, and performance improvements.

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The Top 5 Spots in the World to Take Photographs

Alice Houstons

Landscape photography pushes me to explore and go the extra mile while traveling to the most exciting locations on earth. ...

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How to Retouch Hundreds of Portraits in Minutes Using AI!

Pye

Learn how to streamline your portrait session & editing & retouching workflow to make it seamless and efficient.

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5 Common Post-production Mistakes That Are Hard to Detect

Alice Houstons

When I see photos shared on the internet, I often spot five bad photo editing practices that are somewhat hard ...

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