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Ron Leach  |  Mar 04, 2024

The most common goal when editing our landscape photos is to imbue images with vibrant colors and accurate exposures that enhance all the details of a scene. But what do you do when photos you capture look more like a snapshots—either because the light isn't interesting or there's nothing particularly captivating about the scene?

Ron Leach  |  Aug 02, 2024

Have you ever been out in the field on a nice day, found a great subject, and framed up the shot perfectly—only to discover that the images you captured are far less impactful that you expected? If your answer is "no," then you're better or luckier that the rest of us.

Ron Leach  |  May 22, 2025

Overexposed images are the bane of outdoor photographers when shooting in complicated, mixed light, and even professional shooters like today's instructor gets thing wrong on occasion. You'll learn how to correct this common problem in the Lightroom tutorial below from the Photo Feaver YouTube channel.

Ron Leach  |  Mar 27, 2023

Photography, like most artistic endeavors, is all about experimentation and practice. Put another way, the best photographers have the courage to try new things, make mistakes, and learn how to avoid them in the future.

Ron Leach  |  Sep 03, 2024

This comprehensive tutorial from the Photographic Eye YouTube channel is for those of you whose images lack the drama and impact that's required for an outstanding shot. You'll learn how to employ shadows, silhouettes and interesting shapes to transform photo in a very compelling way.

Ron Leach  |  Sep 26, 2022

Outdoor photography can be challenging for the best of us, with ever changing light, broad dynamic range, and a variety interesting objects at different portions of the scene. In the tutorial below one of our favorite travel and nature photographers discusses common shooting errors and explains how to avoid them.

Ron Leach  |  Jun 22, 2022

Given a choice, most outdoor photographers prefer to shoot at the beginning or end of the day. At Blue Hour, just before sunrise, the landscape is bathed in soft, cool tones, while at Golden Hour, just after sunset, beautiful warm tones prevail.

Ron Leach  |  Mar 09, 2017

Genaro Bardy is a versatile Paris-based freelancer specializing in travel, portrait, wildlife, concert, and street photography. While all his work is commendable, Bardy’s late-night cityscapes of secluded streets are particularly noteworthy.

Ron Leach  |  May 02, 2025

Even if travel photography isn't your thing there's sure to be trip on the horizon, whether it's for business, a weekend excursion to the beach, or a long-awaited summer vacation abroad. Today's comprehensive tutorial covers everything you need to know for documenting your journey, whether you're a beginner with simple gear or an aspiring pro.

Ron Leach  |  Aug 26, 2023

Perhaps you're tired of us reminding you to use a tripod for outdoor photographs with maximum sharpness, but it's an undeniable fact. What's less understood are several simple methods for making the best use of this very important accessory.

Ron Leach  |  Sep 14, 2023

A common mistake by outdoor photographers when shooting on the street or in the field is to begin popping off photos upon arriving at a destination for fear of losing a fleeting moment or great light. The problem with this common approach is that it often results in common images.

Shutterbug Staff  |  May 17, 2019

It's Friday, which is when we like to share easy and fun photography tricks you can try this weekend. And for simple photo tips, we often turn to popular YouTube how-to  channel Bright Side, which posted the below video with 14 easy camera tricks that will help you take photos as good as professional photographers.

Dan Havlik  |  May 07, 2019

No need to be shy anymore when photographing people on the street. In the below video from Pierre T. Lambert, he offers three easy street photography tips for taking pictures of strangers on the streets.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Mar 06, 2019

Photography “hacks” videos are great fun because they help you shoot unique, attention-getting photos using ordinary household items. In the below video from Jessica Kobeissi, her five hacks involve using something you see all the time: glass.

Ron Leach  |  Feb 21, 2018

If you’re stuck in a rut and need a few fresh ideas, this quick tutorial is for you. In just four minutes you’ll see how to make a big splash with your images by shooting creative photographs of water.

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