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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. That said, the process usually consists of three parts. First, makeup shots can include “before” images, which showcase the subject or model prior to the makeup application.  It can also include photos of the ... 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

How to Use Fresnel Lenses in Photography

Fresnel lenses, originally designed for lighthouses, found their way into photography as powerful tools for shaping light. These lenses focus light effectively while remaining lightweight and portable. Whether you’re a portrait photographer or experimenting with creative lighting, understanding how to use Fresnel lenses can add depth and drama to your work. Fresnel Lenses in Photography: ... Read more

Tips for Going Big with Large Photo Prints

When wall space and budget allows, it’s great to go big with large photo prints. Large prints, which can reach up to 96” wide (that’s eight feet!), allow your clients to preserve their special moments on an epic scale, and they also serve as the ultimate showcase for quality photos. For photographers who’ve made print ... Read more
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4 Effective Communication Skills Photographers Need to Succeed

When we think about jumping into photography as a career, we often focus on our hard skills, or the technical aspects of shooting. It’s the part we fall in love with while learning to use our gear and discovering new techniques to capture incredible images. Knowing how to take beautiful photos, however, does not automatically ... Read more
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10 Essentials You Need to Find Success as an Event Photographer!

Alice Houstons

Jay P. Morgan of The Slanted Lens recently sat down with Paul from Kobra Modifiers to take a look at the 10 essentials Paul recommends to be a successful event photographer.

Flash Photography

Cinematic Lighting: 5 Lighting Setups in One Room

Jay P Morgan

Your small space should not be a total limitation

Photography Tips

3 Simple DIY Solutions To Hang a Backdrop

Hanssie

Hanging a backdrop seems to be such an easy task until you actually do so. Do you tape them, clamp them, clip them...and on what?

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Commercial Photography Rates & Negotiating Strategies | Charge What You’re Worth

Shivani Reddy

Have you ever come across the struggle of negotiating with company or corporation; playing tug of war with giving up ...

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How To Create Motion in a Time-Lapse Using Shutter Speed

Hanssie

Since you can't play with your drone this weekend (if you live within a 32-mile radius of the Super Bowl that is) and you don't want to watch the Super Bowl, how about making a time-lapse?

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How To Do Stop Action Photography With Triggers | The Slanted Lens

Hanssie

In the following video, Jay P. Morgan from The Slanted Lens shows us how to use the MIOPS Smart trigger in laser mode and a strobe with a short flash duration to get this stop action image.

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Combining Two Axis Motion, Time-Lapse, and Live Action Footage For a Unique Shot

Hanssie

In the following video by our friends at The Slanted Lens, Jay P. Morgan grabs some of our favorite tools for filmmaking and time-lapse and combines a few techniques into one shot.

Flash Photography

Don’t Be Afraid to Mix Light Sources – LED & Tungsten

Justin Heyes

In the video below, our friend Jay P. Morgan shows us that we shouldn't fear mixing light sources and shows us how to do it.

Photography Tips

A Stylized Fantasy Shoot Using 3 Simple Elements

Paul Faecks

To create a great surreal fantasy portrait, it doesn't have to be a huge, expensive production. In the following video, Jay P. Morgan from The Slanted Lens shows you how he created a great-looking fantasy image with a relatively small and inexpensive production.

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Turn Your iPad Into a Production Tool With This Gadget – Padcaster Review

Paul Faecks

Many photographers make fun of people taking photos and videos with their iPads. iPads don't have a very good lens, you can't attach them to a tripod and the sound just isn't that great when recording video. The Padcaster solves these issues.