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Ron Leach  |  Jan 21, 2025

This quick video from the Photo Genius YouTube channel tackles the issue of "wonky" leaning buildings that often detract from cityscapes and other outdoor scenes with structures (or tall trees) that appear to lean back away from the camera.

Ron Leach  |  Jan 10, 2025

There's a notion going ground that photographers aren't serious about the craft unless the mode dial on their camera is set to "M." We strongly disagree, but if you want to experiment with Manual mode photography this tutorial explains everything necessary for getting started today.

Ron Leach  |  Jan 08, 2025

Thoughtful composition is an essential element of all great photos, especially when shooting complicated nature and landscape scenes that can really confuse a viewer. Today you'll learn how to employ a simple technique that will "instantly" boost the impact of every image you make in the great outdoors.

Ron Leach  |  Jan 03, 2025

So you received a gift with a new camera and you're itching to get out there and make some mind-blowing photos. But hold on for 10 minutes and watch today's video before you run out the door because it reveals six game-changing tips that will significantly boost your odds of success.

Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Dec 20, 2024

Photo fun when it's colder than a polar bear's tail and snowing like a feather pillow shoved into a woodchipper? Yes, it's possible. Winter is unavoidable, but the perils it presents can be greatly minimized. Here are some tips to keep you clicking in cold weather.

Ron Leach  |  Dec 20, 2024

Yesterday we featured an eye-opening tutorial explaining iPhone camera settings and shooting techniques for capturing spectacular macro images. We're following that up today in an eight-minute lesson demonstrating five simple tips for using Lightroom mobile to process travel photo on the go.

Ron Leach  |  Dec 10, 2024

Sooner or later we all find ourselves in a creative rut that results in boring, uninspired images. This quick tutorial provides seven pro tips for getting your artistic juices flowing in a hurry so that the photos you make will once again be interesting and impressive.

Ron Leach  |  Dec 04, 2024

We hope you had an opportunity to watch our recent tutorial explaining how to boost the impact of photos captured after dark by incorporating water reflections in a scene whenever the opportunity arises. That story was so popular that we decided to bring you another powerful nighttime trick.

Ron Leach  |  Nov 20, 2024

What if an experienced pro told you that one simple shooting technique can instantly improve every image you capture in the great outdoors? This may sound implausible, at least until you watch the following video from the Gary W YouTube channel.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Nov 19, 2024

The official first day of winter is still more than a month away, but we're already focusing on mild, sunny weather and the June 7-8 celebratory opening weekend of the colossal Photoville Festival that will run through June 22, 2025. Now in its 14th year and promising to be bigger and better than ever, the free, public event is now in its planning stages and cordially invites you to submit your visual story proposals for consideration.

Submit your proposal today to be a part of New York’s favorite photo festival dedicated to global visual storytelling in the heart of NYC!

Ron Leach  |  Oct 28, 2024

When first starting out we all faced a barrage of so-called "Rules of Photography" that supposedly would set us on the path for success. But as our skills evolved it became apparent that some of these rules we're meant to be ignored.

Ron Leach  |  Sep 10, 2024

Experienced photographers typically set their camera's Mode Dial to Manual or Aperture Priority for most of their work. But there's another option that's frequently overlooked and you'll learn exactly how it works and when to use it in the quick tutorial below.

Ron Leach  |  Aug 27, 2024

Now that many photographers agree that a modern phone is a legitimate photography tool it's time to take a look at a handful of mobile apps that one pro says, "will make you a better photographer."  Jared Colins is a professional photographer/videographer, and these are the apps he uses everyday to create his art.

Ron Leach  |  Aug 15, 2024

Outdoor photographs often need local adjustments to balance a bright sky against a dark background, or when one side of an image is brighter than the other. The trick is using Lightroom's Linear Gradient tool to create soft transitions in a fading pattern to make the necessary enhancements.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Jul 25, 2024

For many of us, a trip to a major National Park may be a once in a lifetime event. Maximize your experience by anticipating the photo opportunities you're likely to encounter and planning a course of action. Here are some photo tips to give you a head start, and some gear recommendations from the experts at MPB, the largest global platform to buy, sell and trade used photo and video gear.

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