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Ron Leach  |  Jan 02, 2018

Creativity is an elusive gift: Sometimes it’s there, other times it’s not. And sooner or later, even the best photographers find themselves adrift in the doldrums and can’t think of anything interesting to shoot. To prepare for the next time the winds of creativity stop blowing, watch the video below from one of the world’s most prolific and notable photographers.

Dan Havlik  |  Jul 17, 2020

We turn to Washington DC-based boudoir photographer Marco Ibanez again and again when we want to learn some key lessons on how to shoot better intimate portraits. In the below video, Ibanez shares nine things you should do "to improve your boudoir images and have confidence when you shoot."

Ron Leach  |  Mar 27, 2025

Some photographers, like today's instructor Joris Hermans, simply can't stop themselves from purchasing lens filters in the hope that these affordable accessories will protect their expensive lenses, create unique effects, help modify light, and magically add impact to the photos and videos captured outdoors.

Ron Leach  |  May 12, 2017

Image-editing expert Nathan Dodsen doesn’t mess around when it comes to Photoshop, and in the detailed video below he provides a comprehensive demonstration of nine retouching techniques that he says are essential for all serious photographers.

Dan Havlik  |  Nov 20, 2019

At Shutterbug, we try to share the best photography tips, how-tos, and advice on the Internet. But not everything you hear on the web will be good advice. (Big surprise, right?)

Shutterbug Staff  |  Jan 08, 2019

Interested in trying to earn some money as an event photographer but concerned your photos might not be up to snuff? Fear not, because we’ve got a great photo tips video for you!

 |  Aug 13, 2018

Finding an inexpensive full frame camera is difficult these days. And with Nikon set to release a new mirrorless full frame camera this month, things aren’t likely to get any cheaper.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 10, 2020

One of the most important concepts for all forms of photography is how to effectively compose an image. When it comes to nature and landscape photography, a firm grasp of composition techniques is absolutely essential. In the video below, a top pro demonstrates his favorite tips for framing outdoor photos.

Ron Leach  |  Mar 26, 2018

Here’s a quick one for those of you who’d rather be out shooting photographs than sitting behind a computer messing around with Photoshop. While we’d all prefer to get the shot in the camera, the quick video below provides nine great hacks that will speed up your workflow and deliver superb results.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Jul 18, 2018

Despite all the advancements in photography, there’s nothing quite like a classic black-and-white image. But there’s more to good black-and-white photography than simply shooting with black-and-white film or, perhaps, using the monochrome filter in your digital camera.

Dan Havlik  |  Oct 08, 2018

It almost goes without saying: one of the most critical things in landscape photography is image sharpness. In fact, go on any web gallery or Internet forum where landscape photographers share their images and you’ll see endless debates about whether an image is sharp enough.

Ron Leach  |  Jun 16, 2021

Summer isn’t typically the favorite season for serious landscape photographers, in part because of early sunrises and late sunsets. If that sounds familiar, and you prefer to shoot in autumn and winter, this tutorial may help you fall in love with outdoor photography during summer.

Ron Leach  |  Jan 30, 2025

Adobe expert and educator Colin Smith is back with another quick-and-timely post-processing tutorial that anyone can master quickly. In this video he explains the concept behind Photoshop's new Frame tool capabilities. Then he walks you through the step-by step method for using them to advantage.

Ron Leach  |  Nov 01, 2024

We recently featured an eye-opening tutorial from photographer Fil Nenna who demonstrates a quick-and-foolproof test for determining the sharpest f/stop of every lens you own. He's back again today, this time with an easy camera-sensor test that he refers to a "compulsory."

Ron Leach  |  Jul 23, 2025

Just when you thought that Lightroom's popular Remove tool was about as good as can be Adobe releases an upgrade that one expert refers to as "massive." This tutorial from a notable educator explains how it works and explores how it lives up to the enthusiastic billing.

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