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Wedding Maps Rolls Out New Features to Help Photographers Build Authority and Book More Clients

Wedding Maps has been quietly building one of the most photographer-friendly directories in the industry. Unlike pay-to-play platforms that charge thousands for basic visibility, Wedding Maps takes a different approach: help photographers build genuine authority through editorial features, backlinks, and awards that actually move the needle on SEO, AI search, and overall credibility. If you’re ... Read more
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How to Take BETTER Photos in Harsh Sunlight (Get CREATIVE Outside)

Follow photographer Murtaza Siraj through a complete photo shoot & learn to find natural light patterns for creative effect under harsh, midday sun!

5 Photographer Biographies That Are Worth A Read

Take a closer look into the life of some of the most influential and notable photographers in history. Here are five photographer biographies that are worth getting your hands on.

30 Tilt-Shift Lens Photos That Will Make You Need One

Tilt-shift lenses are notoriously difficult to use (well), but when perfected, they can create unparalleled artistic portraits.

How to Keep Camera Battery Warm in Cold Weather

Use this quick tip to keep your batteries warm while you're shooting in extremely cold temperatures.

How & Why To Shoot On Colored Seamless Backgrounds | Improving Your Portraits

Regardless of your subject, the inclusion of colored seamless backgrounds can differentiate and improve your work.
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Best iPhone Camera Accessories to Expand Your Creative Toolkit

The iPhone is not just a phone; it’s a highly portable device with some of the best camera technology you can have. With the iPhone’s camera, you can exercise your creativity and build your photography skills everywhere you go. It’s also worth noting that the iPhone camera only represents the foundation. Like most conventional cameras, ... Read more

Ruko U11MINI 4K RC3 Review: A Sub-250g Drone That Actually Makes Sense for Beginners

The bottom line: The Ruko U11MINI 4K RC3 delivers usable 4K video, a 3-axis gimbal, and 96 minutes of flight time across three batteries, all under 249g and under $500. It’s not a DJI killer, but it’s a legitimately good first drone for photographers testing aerial content without the regulatory headaches or financial commitment of ... Read more

Best CRM for Photographers: Real Tools, Real Photographers, Real Results

Photographers lose more potential bookings to a disorganized inbox than they care to admit. A bride emails on a Tuesday afternoon, they’re on a shoot, and by the time they circle back three days later, she’s already signed with someone else. Sound familiar? This isn’t a problem you solve with better time management or more ... Read more
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Learn the Art of Visual Storytelling Through Photography

Storytelling in photography is an invaluable tool that allows us to communicate beyond words and deliver a visual narrative that touches our hearts and minds alike.  An image, or a set of images, that tell a story can have a profound impact on the viewers, connecting with them on a level beyond the aesthetics of ... Read more

Hasselblad X1D Review | It’s Less Mr. Sulu & More Captain Kirk

Kishore Sawh

The X1D has emerged from the restrictive Chrysalis of its troubled youth into something that will make you feel special.

Hasselblad X1D Now Costs Less Than A Nikon D5

Kishore Sawh

Hasselblad is more compelling than ever

Hasselblad Launches A Brand Store & Experience Studio in NYC

Kishore Sawh

Ever wanted to shoot with and spend time with a Hassy? Here's your chance.

Pentax 645Z On Sale | Medium Format For $1k Less Than A Nikon D5

Kishore Sawh

Want to shoot medium format? This is about the least expensive way to do it.

Hasselblad X1D Gets Major Update | Electronic Shutter & Resizable AutoFocus Points

Kishore Sawh

This is a major boon to the X1D and makes it all the more versatile.

DJI Now Majority Shareholder Of Hasselblad | What Does That Mean?

Bing Putney

In what could prove to be a significant move, DJI, a Chinese company most well known for producing industry leading ...

Comparing The Fujifilm GFX 50S To The Hasselblad X1D | At First Glance

Marlon Richardson

In a way-too-early comparison between the newest medium-format kids on the block, we take a look at the Hasselblad X1D and ...