Posts by Author: Alex Baker
Alex Baker is a portrait and lifestyle driven photographer based in Valencia, Spain. She works on a range of projects from commercial to fine art and has had work featured in publications such as The Daily Mail, Conde Nast Traveller and El Mundo, and has exhibited work across Europe
When the Government Shut Down, This Filmmaker Pointed His Cameras at the Sky, with Breathtaking Results
Nov 12, 2025
Alex Baker
When America’s national parks fell quiet during the recent government shutdowns, filmmaker Gavin Heffernan didn’t look away, he looked up instead. With two Canon 6Ds,…
This Simple Lighting Tip Will Make Your Photos and Videos Look Cinematic
Nov 11, 2025
Alex Baker
Lighting is what separates a flat, forgettable image from one that feels alive. You can have the best camera in the world, but if the…
Full-Circle Rainbow Wins the Pot of Gold at The Weather Photographer of the Year Awards 2025
Nov 10, 2025
Alex Baker
A full-circle rainbow hovering over China’s Lugu Lake has literally brought a “pot of gold” for photographers Geshuang Chen and Shuchang Dong, who take home…
Why DaVinci Resolve Studio Might Be the Smartest $295 You’ll Ever Spend on Your Video Workflow
Nov 7, 2025
Alex Baker
If you’ve spent any time in the creator trenches, juggling photo shoots, video edits, and late-night colour-grading marathons, then you’ve probably used DaVinci Resolve. It’s…
How to Reignite Your Passion, Beat Burnout, and Stay Inspired
Nov 3, 2025
Alex Baker
Photography should ignite curiosity and excitement, but for many, it can start to feel like a grind. Deadlines, endless editing, client demands, and the pressure…
Affinity Just Went Free Forever, But Is It Too Good to Be True?
Oct 31, 2025
Alex Baker
At the beginning of the month, Affinity pulled all of its apps from the website and teased us that ‘something big’ was on its way….
Stop Digging in Your Bag! Switch Lenses Instantly With the TriLens V2
Oct 30, 2025
Alex Baker
Photographers who carry multiple lenses often face the same problem: digging through a bag or juggling lens caps while trying to capture the next shot….
We Created a Cinematic Rain Effect Without a Studio, and the Results Were Surprising
Oct 29, 2025
Alex Baker
If there’s one thing about living in a hot country that I really miss, it’s the rain. Hard to believe, I know, but sometimes I…
5 Composition Mistakes That Are Secretly Ruining Your Photos
Oct 27, 2025
Alex Baker
Let’s be honest, we’ve all taken a photo that should have been amazing, only to realize something feels a bit off. The light is perfect,…
PSA: Don’t Forget to Download Your Creative Live Courses Now
Oct 27, 2025
Alex Baker
At the end of September, Creative Live announced that it would close down permanently. Emails were sent; however, if you’re like me, you may have…