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Ron Leach  |  Apr 17, 2025

The task of removing image-killing reflections, like in photos shot with a window within the frame, used to be a somewhat arduous chore. But fortunately those complications are now a thing of the past thanks to the powerful new AI-powered Remove Reflections tool in Adobe Camera Raw (ACR).

Ron Leach  |  Apr 16, 2025

If you've never tried shooting nighttime cityscapes photos it's time to gets started. That's because urban scenes that seem boring during the day are transformed into magical opportunities full of sparkling lights, brightly lit windows, colorful signs, and interesting reflections once the sun drops below the horizon.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 16, 2025

Before getting started on a project do you carefully select the most appropriate Adobe Camera Profile for the specific image at hand? If not, that's a shame, as you'll see in the following quick primer from instructor Mitch Lally. In fact, watching his video could be the most productive five minutes you spend today.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 15, 2025

Spring is a favorite season among everyone who shoots outdoors, and many of the best opportunities can be pursued close to home. The trick is knowing what subjects to shoot and how to achieve optimum results in the camera, and that's the topic of the how-to video below from the PHLOG Photography YouTube channel.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 15, 2025

We're all faced with a choice when it comes to photographing fast-moving subjects, whether they're birds in flight, sports subjects, shots of rambunctious kids or pets, or vehicles passing quickly through the frame. One option is to freeze the peak moment of action as it occurs, while the other is to intentionally blur the subject to create a unique, visual representation of speed.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 14, 2025

Want to capture stunning ultra-wide photos with your iPhone? Most folks don't understand how to how to use the Panorama mode correctly, but this quick tutorial from the iPhone Photography School explains everything necessary to get the job done with ease.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 14, 2025

Do you understand the benefits of shooting in Manual mode, but you're still struggling to achieve the right combination of settings when photography birds?  If so, this tutorial from the Flying Parrot Photography YouTube channel will quickly simplify the process.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 14, 2025

A firm understanding of Dynamic Range is super important for achieving optimum results, yet this key element  is often ignored. In fact, this crucial concept is one key to capturing well-balanced, high-quality images that make you proud.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Apr 13, 2025

Fujifilm, the undisputed leader in instant printing cameras, just introduced the Mini 41, an updated replacement for the popular Mini 40. If you're on the early lookout for a Mother's Day or graduation gift, the fashionable Mini 41 deserves a close look.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 11, 2025

Yesterday we provided an important warning about the finite lifespan of your camera and why  it's essential that you check shutter count regularly to anticipate costly repairs, missed shots on location, or even a total breakdown. We're following up on that today with a couple less-dire maintenance hacks from pro Andy Rouse.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 11, 2025

Adobe has updated Photoshop's frequently used Hue/Saturation tool, and this tutorial from  PHLEARN explores the myriad of improvements in less than 10 minutes. As you'll see, this latest version is quicker and easier to use, delivers precise results, and features a bold, new, intuitive interface.

Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Apr 11, 2025

Wanna go really wide with an affordable full-frame optic? Check out this Cookie from Laowa. Cookie? No, I think I'll call it "Jewel." Laowa has created a full-frame 15mm (110° coverage) manual focus lens that opens a myriad of creative doors for Nikon Z, Canon RF, Sony E, L-Mount and Leica M users.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 10, 2025

This tutorial from the PHLOG Photography YouTube channel is different from others they share that typically take a deep dive into a single technique from beginning to end. Instead, the goal of today's episode is to provide an overview of Adjustment Layers in general and demonstrate why they should play a prominent role in your everyday Photoshop workflow.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 10, 2025

This quick tutorial from instructor Mark Denney begins with a question nobody wants to hear: "Is your camera secretly dying?" This disturbing concern has to do with the fact that every camera has a finite life span, and if you don't check the shutter count regulalrly you may be in for a rude awakening.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 09, 2025

So you've done all your post-processing homework and the results you achieve still leave something to be desired. What's up with that? According to instructor Steve Arnold, it may be because you're making five "huge" editing mistakes that are super easy to fix.

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