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The ‘Monthly Content Retainer’ Offer: How Photographers Can Sell Subscriptions (Without Feeling Salesy)

May 19, 2026 Alex Baker

If you’re looking to upgrade your photography business and move away from the feast-famine cycle, then you could consider introducing monthly subscriptions or retainer packages….

Five Ways to Modify Your Speedlight for Better Event Photos

May 15, 2026 Dunja Đuđić

If you shoot weddings, portraits, or events, you already know that straight-on flash can make even the most flattering subject look a little rough. In…

The 16–35mm Lens Is More Complicated Than You Think, Here's How to Use It

The 16–35mm Lens Is Harder Than It Looks. Here’s How to Get It Right

Apr 22, 2026 Alex Baker

The first time you stick a 16-35mm lens on your camera, you think you’ve finally unlocked the secret to great landscape photos. Unfortunately, it’s common…

How to Capture Stunning Spring Colors Like a Pro

Mar 25, 2026 Alysa Gavilan

Learn how to photograph spring colors with pro techniques for light, composition, and exposure. Capture vibrant blossoms, rich greens, and natural tones with ease.

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What Happens to Your Photos After You Die?

Mar 24, 2026 Dunja Đuđić

Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about mortality (I know, I’m such a ray of sunshine). And today, I came across David Bergman’s video that…

Can You Successfully Shoot Concerts with a 16-Year-Old DSLR? Yes, and Here’s How

Mar 21, 2026 Dunja Đuđić

Live music is one of the things I love most, and photographing it doubles the joy. I’m on cloud nine every time I come home…

The 70–200mm Mistakes You’re Probably Making (And How to Fix Them)

Mar 19, 2026 Alex Baker

For years, landscape photography has been synonymous with wide-angle lenses wth those sweeping vistas, dramatic skies, and exaggerated foregrounds. But landscape photographer Mads Peter Iverson…

Make Lightroom Editing Faster and More Efficient With These Five Tweaks

Mar 14, 2026 Dunja Đuđić

Lightroom has almost endless possibilities for optimizing your editing workflow. In his latest video, Jeff Ascough of Walk Like Alice shares five simple things he…

How to Build a DIY Light Tent for Product Photography Under $10

Feb 27, 2026 Darlene Lleno

A DIY light tent for product photography costs under $10 using a cardboard box, white tissue paper, and two desk lamps. This guide covers two builds: a basic box version ready in under an hour, and a collapsible PVC frame version that stores flat, plus the lighting placement and camera settings that produce clean, shadow-free product shots.

A simple and effective guide for creating a DIY light modifier, designed to control the quality and direction of light for photography or videography.

Budget-Friendly Light Modifiers You Can Build at Home

Feb 25, 2026 Darlene Lleno

This comprehensive guide shows you how to build DIY light modifier equipment for under $50 using PVC pipes, insulation boards, and tablecloths. These DIY light modifier techniques include bounce boards, diffusion panels, and negative fill that replicate professional film lighting setups without the expensive price tag.