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How to create the ultimate fake sun with a strobe (with lighting diagrams)
Felix Barjou
Some shots need a sun. Sadly the sun is not at the optimal angle at all locations. Heck, if you are indoors (say at your...
The comprehensive Fuji EF-X500 speedlight flash review
Robert Hall
In 2016, I joined team Fuji after being extremely impressed with the X-T2 body. I had been watching mirrorless technology for a while, but this...
How to create a strong focal point and manage attention inside your photographs
Patrick Beggan
Focal point is a term that photographers and photography blogs throw around continually. “Create a focal point,” it’s said, “it should be the first and...
How I lost faith in micro four thirds and switched to Sony mirrorless
Nicholas Goodden
If you’re thinking about moving to micro four thirds or buying the E-M1 Mark II… maybe read this first, it may actually save you money...
What is the “Visual Anchor” in Your Photo?
Eric Kim
Imagine a boat at sea, that is swaying in the ocean. Without an anchor— it would float away (and possibly be captured by pirates). What...
What Exactly is Fine Art Photography?
Brian Rivera Uncapher
People frequently ask me what exactly is fine art photography? Before I answer, I usually take a big breath and brace myself to answer the...
I Frankensteined a model from all her best parts
Robert Cornelius
I had the pleasure of shooting with Amy Wilder again! It is always such a joy to shoot with someone who is so on top...
I Walked on Frozen Baikal, The Deepest and Oldest Lake on Earth, to Capture Its Otherworldly Beauty
Kristina Makeeva
Baikal is impressive. It’s the deepest and the cleanest lake on Earth. When we were planning a trip, we didn’t even suspect it is so...
The Paradox of Instagram
Michael Clark
Without a doubt, Instagram is one of the most exciting social media platforms anywhere. It is now ranked the number two most active social media...
How to use composition patterns to improve your travel and people photography
Etienne Bossot
When doing photography in general, and in my case Travel photography, the use of a photography template can be very beneficial and help improve the...