The Misguided Quest for Perfect Camera Settings
Camera settings and lighting adjustments dominate many photography conversations, but obsessing over these details might actually limit your growth as a photographer. Fixating on exact camera or lighting settings from someone else's work won't replicate their results and can distract you from developing your own instincts and creative style.
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Shutter Priority Mode Explained Clearly
Shutter priority mode helps you capture sharp, clear images instead of blurry ones by letting you prioritize shutter speed over other settings.
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Raising the Bar of Portable Pen Displays: We Review the Wacom Movink 13-Inch OLED Pen Display Review
It’s about time that pen tablets and pen displays caught up with the portability of the computers we use for editing. The Wacom Movink allows you to bring the convenience and precision of pen displays anywhere your work takes you.
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Is This the Camera of the Future?
I’ve long complained about the usability and connectivity of cameras, and while the big manufacturers seem happy to keep punishing us with shoddy interfaces and annoying memory cards, an upstart has shown us a vision of the future.
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When to Ignore Photography Rules for Better Photos
Photography rules like the rule of thirds, symmetry, or specific lens guidelines might feel necessary when you're learning, but they're often more limiting than helpful. Sticking rigidly to these rules can leave you with predictable images and stunt your creativity.
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Unlock Better Black and White Photos With Lightroom
Converting to black and white isn't just removing color—it’s about controlling contrast, tones, and mood in ways color images often can't achieve.
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Essential Tips for Capturing Small-Scale Landscapes
Exploring intimate landscapes can push you out of your comfort zone, especially when conditions aren't ideal for sweeping vistas. Mastering this type of photography sharpens your eye for detail and opens up new creative avenues when you're faced with challenging lighting or scenery.
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Wedding Photography Trends Shaping the Year Ahead
Wedding photography trends are evolving fast, shaping how you might approach your work in the coming season. Understanding these changes can significantly impact your success and client satisfaction.
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When Do Catch Lights Actually Matter?
Despite their seemingly minor detail, catch lights stir controversy among photographers, sparking discussions around whether they genuinely impact the quality of portraits or merely distract from more important elements of lighting and composition.
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We Got Our Hands on the Beautiful New Fujifilm GFX100RF and Loved It!
Fujifilm has just announced its smallest and lightest medium format camera yet, the GFX100RF, in the heart of Prague, and we couldn’t miss it. What are our first impressions? Does it hold up to expectations? Or does it exceed them? In short, yes. But you’re not here for the short version, are you
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Aperty Releases Version 1.3.0 of its Powerful Portrait Editor
We've had a look at Aperty before, the new portrait editor from Skylum, which also offers the popular AI-based photo editor, Luminar.
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Ultimate Resolution, Everyday Carry: Fujifilm's GFX100RF Changes the Game
Fujifilm has announced the GFX100RF, the first fixed-lens digital camera in its GFX medium format system. This new camera aims to provide high-resolution photography in a compact form, making it the lightest GFX model yet, weighing approximately 1.62 lb (735 g).
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Breaking Into Travel Photography: How I Landed My First Big Brand Job
I still remember the moment I got the email—an opportunity to shoot for a major brand. I was excited, but it was the result of years of refining my craft, building a portfolio, and putting myself out there—mostly for free work or exchanges. Breaking into travel photography is no easy feat, but if you approach it the right way, landing that first major brand gig is absolutely possible.
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Just How Impractical Is Sigma’s Bizarre New Camera?
Sigma took the photo world by surprise a few weeks ago at the CP+ trade show in Japan by unveiling its latest creation: a minimalist camera that barely has any dials or buttons. Given the bold design, just how well does it cope with everyday use?
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500 Days With the Leica M11: Worth the Price?
The Leica M11 is an intriguing camera that's received a mix of admiration and critique, especially among those who appreciate the simplicity and manual control the brand is known for. Is it worth the premium price?
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