• Exposure or Exploitation? The Problem With Working for Free as a Photographer

    Exposure or Exploitation? The Problem With Working for Free as a Photographer
    Being asked to work for free can be a frustrating experience for photographers who have invested years of hard work and dedication to master their craft. In a time where equipment and running costs are so high, it has never been so important to politely decline requests to work for free.[ Read More ]
  • It’s Time to (Judiciously) Embrace the ‘AI Age'

    It’s Time to (Judiciously) Embrace the ‘AI Age'
    Cameras used to use glass plates and flash used to be controlled explosions. Thankfully, we've embraced the relative safety introduced to the photographic process with DSLRs and mirrorless cameras, but can we say the same for AI?[ Read More ]
  • How Often Do You Revisit Old Photos?

    How Often Do You Revisit Old Photos?
    As we progress as photographers, we accumulate more and more images in our catalogs, and it can be easy for old photos to become buried deep on hard drives, left to be forgotten about. But there can be a lot of value in revisiting old shots, and you find even find treasure hidden in those old folders. This great video tutorial shows you what you can accomplish when you apply modern techniques and improved skills to older shots.[ Read More ]
  • Crazy Cosmic Photoshoot Using Metallic Spandex

    Crazy Cosmic Photoshoot Using Metallic Spandex
    Can metallic spandex work in a photoshoot? See how we built an entire photography set using metallic spandex and some of the challenges we faced along the way.[ Read More ]
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  • Why You Should Not Always Shoot at the Widest Aperture

    Why You Should Not Always Shoot at the Widest Aperture
    Modern lenses are quite remarkable devices, and they often allow you to shoot at extremely wide apertures with little consequence in image quality, making it easy to fall into the habit of just leaving your lens at that maximum aperture for all your images. That can be a mistake, though, and it can make your work overly one-dimensional. This excellent video essay discusses some of the many reasons you might want to consider stopping down the next time you head out.[ Read More ]
  • Best Budget Cine Lenses: Sirui Night Walker 24mm, 35mm, and 55mm T/1.2 lenses Review

    Best Budget Cine Lenses: Sirui Night Walker 24mm, 35mm, and 55mm T/1.2 lenses Review
    In the world of filmmaking, quality often comes with a hefty price tag. But Sirui's latest offering — a trio of cine lenses designed for super 35 sensors — challenges this narrative. Affordable yet robust, these lenses offer impressive capabilities that can benefit both novices and seasoned professionals.
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  • Do You Need a Tilt-Shift Lens for Architectural Photography?

    Do You Need a Tilt-Shift Lens for Architectural Photography?
    Tilt-shift lenses are considered standard equipment for architectural photography, allowing you to correct common geometric issues to ensure your images both realistic and of the highest possible quality. But with modern cameras and software, do you really need a tilt-shift lens, or can you get by using other techniques? This excellent video discusses the issue to help you decide.[ Read More ]

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