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Ego is the enemy – detach your ego from social media
Pat Kay
“Abhor flatterers as you would deceivers; for both, if trusted, injure those who trust them” – Isocrates Growth. Real, personal, soul-fulfilling, butterflies in the belly-inducing...
How to travel the world through your camera
Dan Lior
A few months ago I was commissioned by a boutique safari company to travel to Tanzania and document my experience throughout my adventure. Here is...
Why the iPhone has become the best travel camera for me
David Zhao
Since I discovered photography, I have always had a camera nearby. Even if “the best camera is the one that’s with you”, I often have...
Full Frame vs Micro Four Thirds in Macro Photography
Micael Widell
When I do macro photography, I do it mostly freehand, outdoors, and when possible, in natural light. I love my Sony A7 and the abundance...
How altering the look of your black and whites can change its mood and feeling
Lara Stanko
Let’s talk about black & white photographs for a bit, shall we? It always has been and continues to be my favorite style. It’s classic and...
The 10 Commandments of Portrait Photography
Michael Comeau
Call me cranky, but I don’t like the latest photography trends. I love simple, classic portraiture, and I admire legendary photographers like Richard Avedon, Irving...
5 ways to achieve that wet skin look in your photos
Jake Hicks
Shiny skin in photos is becoming more and more popular all the time and whether it’s for sports, beachwear or even regular fashion, that metallic...
Requiem for my Canon Powershot G12
Menno Viser
Seven years ago I decided to buy a camera to capture my climbing adventures. Little did I know how it would change my life. Not...
Canon 5DSR vs Huawei P20Pro Smartphone. I’m somewhat stunned…
Jolyon Ralph
This is the new Huawei P20 Pro smartphone, which boasts what the manufacturers claim is the best ever smartphone camera. Actually, a combination of three...
From Drab to Dramatic: How to Make Any Space Photo Worthy [NSFW]
Kate Woodman
I’m a firm believer that every space has a story to tell. Not every space (or story) is going to be glamorous or elegant; some...