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10 questions to ask yourself when you aren’t getting photo gigs
Don Giannatti
It’s a tough market out there. I mean, really tough. Perhaps it is the most competitive and strangely challenging market we have ever seen in...
This DIY clock was built into the case of an old on-camera flash
Petri Damstén
The absolute requirement for this clock was that the time is automatically set. You just plug it into the power source, and it shows the...
Learn the speedlight TTL basics with the best entry-level flash
Jay P. Morgan
Hi, this is Jay P. Morgan. Today on The Slanted Lens we’re going to take a look at speedlights. How to set up TTL with...
5 ways photographers can grow their following on Threads
Jada Parrish
Social media has become integral to the lives of photographers, offering unique opportunities to showcase their work and connect with potential clients and other like-minded...
How to make money from photography in 2024
Roman Fox
In my experience, there are only two main ways one can make money from a camera. The first is a traditional freelance path, and the...
Composition tips for wedding photographers (and everyone else)
Fire & Ice
Rules are made to be broken but are also made for a reason. Our ‘go-to’ is the widely known rule of thirds, and is considered...
How good are budget lenses, and can you really tell the difference?
Roman Fox
Whenever I pick up a new piece of gear, I always want the top-of-the-range option, and even if I clearly don’t need it, I manage...
Follow these nine iPhone photography tips for sharper shots
JT Armstrong
"Shot on iPhone." The phrase has become increasingly popular on social media the last few years. That's because with each passing year, the tech inside our smartphones gets smaller, yet more capable. So, you might be asking yourself, why are the photos on my smartphone blurry and not sharp? Well, I have the answer: here are my 9 iPhone Photography tips for taking Sharper Photos today!
A complete guide for pricing your photography
Natasha Martinez & Mark Maryanovich
One of the essential aspects of doing photography for a living is pricing it correctly. So, it’s time to look at our pricing. Pricing? You...
The importance of one-on-one portfolio reviews
Honore Brown
Portfolio reviews are an essential way to connect with clients and share your work in a personal way. Traditionally, these meetings were almost always in person and tended to involve some travel and a lot of time and money devoted to keeping your book fresh, curated, and up-to-date. Although this is without a doubt still one of the best ways to make a lasting impression on a potential client, there are now many opportunities to share your portfolio virtually and to schedule video meetings rather than to meet in person.