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The White Rabbit – Make Your Choice
Markus Hofstätter
Life is full of choices, each leading to unknown outcomes sometimes bringing joy and positivity, other times disappointment. Yet, to achieve something meaningful, risk is...
Nikon ZR Disassembly and Teardown
Phillip Andrew Iglesias
Last year, Nikon bought out RED cinema cameras, leaving photographers and videographers eagerly waiting to see what would come out of the acquisition. Lo and...
How to Photograph African Elephants
Johan Siggesson
Swedish wildlife photographer Johan Siggesson is a multi award-winning artist whose work has been exhibited internationally and published widely. Known especially for his striking black...
Lumo Light Meter Review: Pro Results With Flash & Color in a Tiny, Cheap Device
Brandon Jackson
Once a common part of a photographer’s kit, handheld meters now seem relegated to a small niche of users. With in-camera metering systems having advanced...
How to Build a Simple DIY Focus Stacking System
Ted Kinsman
Each year my photographic instrumentation students build very simple focus stacking systems. After several years, I decided to construct a more advanced version that could...
Marketing for Photographers: Five Strategies that Work in 2025
Pye Jirsa
Even the most talented photographers often struggle to find clients. It’s not always about the quality of the work – sometimes, great photos simply never...
Wildlife Photography Tips for Meaningful Images with Melanie Randall
Ezequiel Fabian Sanapo
Curious how to capture soft, emotional wildlife photos without needing the most expensive gear or years of experience? You’re in the right place. We spoke...
The Difference Between the Canon R1, Canon R5 Mark II and the Older Canon R3
Jeff Cable
A fellow photographer friend recently sent me a message and asked me how much the Canon R1 differed from the Canon R3. He also wanted to know the...
Canon EOS R50V: Teardown, Disassembly, and Infrared Conversion
Phillip Andrew Iglesias
The Canon EOS R50V mirrorless camera is the company’s most recent camera release (as of its release in April 2025). It is a highly compact...
Camera Settings and Tips for Concert Photography Beginners
Matty Vogel
This guide is intended for concert photography beginners. If you have a DSLR camera and are interested in how to control your camera settings to...