The number of times I’ve been called to a restaurant, hotel, or food manufacturer to photograph food on location, with only tired-looking tables or bar tops to work with, I can’t count on two hands. Or fresh white linen with nasty big creases. I think that’s even worse. Luckily, V-Flat World has the answer with DuoBoards.

Over 20 years ago, when I started my professional photography career, I shot exclusively with Nikon. Back then, I had zero intention of switching brands, but eventually I was forced to.

Composition changes how people react to your photos, and even tiny adjustments can completely shift a viewer's focus. Knowing exactly how to position your camera is often the difference between an okay photo and a great one.

The Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB lens is creating a buzz among Sony and Nikon shooters, offering a combination of excellent image quality and a fast aperture. Its potential to elevate portrait and sports photography makes it a lens worth considering for those looking to step up their game.

One of the most debated topics in landscape photography is the role of editing. While some photographers firmly believe that an image should reflect the reality of the scene, others see post-processing as a critical creative tool that allows them to express their unique vision. The central question becomes: where do we draw the line between enhancement and deception?

Lightroom recently introduced a landscape masking tool designed to simplify complex edits in landscape photography. This tool can drastically improve your editing workflow and give you precise control without extra effort or complicated techniques.

Knowing how to effectively use continuous LED lights and v-flats can greatly simplify your process, helping you capture professional results without excessive gear.

Fujifilm’s XF 16-50mm f/2.8-4.8 R LM WR lens is an updated kit lens that aims to bring higher-quality performance and usability to everyday photography. Whether you're scouting locations for clients, traveling casually, or needing a compact lens with reliable weather-sealing, this lens could become your preferred companion.

Increasing the ISO for low-light photography has recently become less of an issue for various reasons. Nevertheless, if you want to capture action, you should understand it to achieve better photos.

Sensors determine the look and clarity of your photos. Knowing the difference between Bayer and X-Trans sensors directly influences your camera choice, workflow, and the software you use to edit your images.

Adobe has updated Photoshop with an innovative new Actions Panel, making workflows faster and more intuitive.

Photoshop's generative fill and generative expand tools can seem impressive at first, but there's a critical limitation you need to know about before relying on them heavily. Understanding these tools' limits is crucial for anyone editing high-resolution images intended for professional use or large prints.

When you're starting out in photography, a few solid tips can shortcut your way through common frustrations. These pointers, grounded in practical experience, can change your approach and improve your results dramatically.

The Sigma BF mirrorless camera isn't typical; it's a piece of gear built around aesthetics, simplicity, and the joy of photography. If you're someone who values the experience of capturing images as much as the results, this camera might hold particular appeal.

Black and white photography strips away distractions, leaving you with only the basics—form, shadow, and light—to shape your images. Mastering this simplicity helps you understand composition on a deeper level.

Adobe just rolled out a significant update to Photoshop’s Hue/Saturation (HSL) adjustment tool, and it’s something you'll want to know about.

Increasingly, I am running presentations or attending Microsoft Teams meetings from my desk. Therefore, it became time to improve the sound setup at my workstation. Maono is a respected name in the field of microphones, and so their PD300X seemed a great choice for me, but how did it fare?

Many introverts struggle to balance the demands of photography, a profession often dominated by social interactions. Understanding how to thrive despite this challenge is crucial to succeeding in your career.

I love attending any free photography-centered event that offers refreshments and shooting opportunities. Most of these events go all out to provide a unique shooting experience, complete with everything from balloons to dancing bears. Leica loves to be different, and it's no surprise that they took a different approach—one more focused on community—for their recent celebration in New York City.

Landscape photography has become boring. How many more photos do I have to scroll through on social media of the same old locations? Those must-have photos of the red houses in Hamnøy, Lofoten; the waterfall at Kirkjufellsfoss, Iceland; the lone tree at Buttermere in the Lake District. It’s like looking through a schoolboy’s stamp collection. Every kid has exactly the same stamps because they’re the easiest ones to find and buy with your pocket money.

Your pricing strategy could be the silent killer of your wedding photography business. How you present your rates to potential clients directly impacts your inquiries, your client quality, and ultimately your bottom line.

Third-party lenses are challenging established brands with impressive performance at lower price points, making the choice more complex than ever before. Here's a look at two fantastic 35mm lenses.

Creating exceptional photos requires more than technical skills or expensive equipment. The difference between good and great photography often comes down to fundamental creative principles that transform ordinary images into compelling visual stories.

The new Photoshop app for iPhone brings professional-level editing capabilities to your pocket, allowing for sophisticated adjustments without ever touching a desktop computer.

With so many carbon fiber travel tripods on the market, it's hard to know which is right for you. However, Falcam has just released its latest TreeRoot tripod, which will turn some heads.

Getting ready for a shoot or a trip can be quite a chore, especially when you have a lot of batteries to charge. But what if a $29 charging case can make that easier for you?

It seems that the major manufacturers are hell-bent on making prime lenses obsolete, or at least it seems that way with Sony's release of the new FE 50-150mm f/2 GM lens. Should wedding photographers bite?

Few cameras have faced as much early criticism—and then surprised everyone—as the Fujifilm X-M5. What seemed like a limited update at first glance has revealed itself to be a compelling choice, particularly if you're looking for professional video capabilities in a tiny, affordable package.

The way you edit photographs significantly shapes their visual impact. Using Lightroom's tools strategically helps turn ordinary shots into distinctive images worth sharing.

Fujifilm’s new GFX100RF medium format camera combines a massive 102-megapixel sensor with compact form factor and fixed lens design. Its portability and sensor size position it uniquely among high-resolution cameras.

Have you ever felt torn between staying true to your creative vision and jumping on the latest wedding photography trend? As a wedding photographer, it’s a dilemma I face daily. With the market constantly shifting—especially in a destination like Tuscany—it’s tempting to follow the trend of the moment. But what if I told you that blindly following trends might be the very thing that's holding you back from reaching your full potential as a photographer?

Effectively using natural light in real estate photography isn’t just about getting bright photos—it taps into psychological responses that can make your images immediately more appealing. Good use of natural light draws attention and enhances spatial awareness, making spaces feel inviting and attractive to potential buyers.

Autofocus settings have become incredibly sophisticated on Canon's latest mirrorless cameras, like the EOS R1 and R5 Mark II. Knowing how to harness these powerful autofocus features can significantly improve your photography, especially when you're shooting fast-moving subjects like athletes.

Eighty years after the end of the Second World War, and in commemoration of VE80, I’m sharing a never-before-seen collection of images taken by my grandfather during his service as a British Army mechanic.

Adobe has just released a Lightroom update with a new landscape masking feature designed to streamline your editing workflow. If you frequently edit landscape photos, this update is worth exploring for its practical improvements.

Dodging and burning can dramatically change how your final image turns out, enhancing depth and guiding attention to key areas. Mastering this technique in Lightroom is not only possible but straightforward enough to become an essential part of your workflow.

Brian De Palma’s The Untouchables isn't your average gangster movie. It’s visually compelling, tightly shot, and filled with moments photographers can learn from about cinematic storytelling.

Star trails are magical. They show the apparent movements of the stars over a long period of time, a result of the rotation of the Earth. And even better, they're easy to photograph and process in Adobe Photoshop!

The Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports Lens is filling a noticeable gap between typical telephoto zooms and ultra-expensive super telephoto primes. If you've been struggling to find a high-quality lens without reaching into the $10,000-plus range, Sigma's latest offering might be precisely what you're looking for.

If you're serious about improving your photography, scheduling regular test shoots with models—without money exchanging hands—is necessary. Learning how to handle these arrangements correctly saves you from wasted effort and awkward situations.

Whether you're a travel or commercial photographer, getting your bag around the airport or to your next shoot can get annoying—if only there were a bag that made traveling a little easier.

When starting out, posing subjects naturally can be tougher than mastering camera settings or lighting techniques. Getting someone comfortable in front of the lens is a crucial skill that directly impacts your images.

If you're thinking about starting a photography career in 2025, it's natural to have concerns, especially with the growing presence of AI. Understanding the current landscape and how you fit into it matters more now than ever.

The Nik Collection has been a powerful and useful tool for photo editors since DxO rescued the software from Google in 2017.

Photoshop's recent integration of AI tools has significantly simplified the process of removing people from images. Whether you're dealing with unwanted background figures in portraits or distracting elements in event shots, these modern techniques can dramatically streamline your workflow.

By now, you’ve started making peace with the idea that your gorgeous photography isn’t enough on its own. You’ve added a clear intro to your homepage. You’ve started naming your images like an adult. You’ve even braved the back end of your site to fiddle with some alt text. That’s huge—give yourself a high five. Now let’s crank it up a notch.

Two 135mm lenses are competing for a place in your Nikon Z setup: Nikon’s own Plena and Viltrox’s Lab Series. Knowing which lens suits your work means digging into details beyond the spec sheet.

Understanding camera metering modes is essential if you want consistent results and greater creative control over your photography. Metering affects how your camera interprets lighting in a scene, influencing your exposure settings and the overall look of your photos.

Canon has just released the fourth lens in its L VCM line of Hybrid Primes, the RF 20mm f/1.4 L VCM. I got to have an early look and wanted to share my thoughts.