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Ron Leach  |  Aug 11, 2025

The technique known as Expose to the Right (ETTR) can make a huge difference in the images you capture in Raw, but this method is frequently misunderstood and can lead to compromised results if you take the wrong approach.

Ron Leach  |  Aug 11, 2025

This is another of our "fix-it-don't trash-it" post-processing tutorials than can quickly turn an unimpressive outdoor photograph into a spell-binding image that really grabs attention. In the video below you'll learn how to introduce natural-looking light to photos that don't quite make the grade.

Ron Leach  |  Aug 08, 2025

Many of today's modern cameras enable you to determine the maximum reach of their lenses, whether you're shooting with a smartphone, pocketable compact, or mirrorless model. And understanding what the two options mean, and how they work, will have a significant impact on the ultimate image quality you receive.

Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Aug 08, 2025

Half-frame frenzy! Fujifilm has made it possible for users to realistically experience nearly every aspect of shooting a 35mm half-frame film camera, downloading the results in a way that simulates an authentic analog adventure and—as a bonus—creating 2-in-1 (diptych) images in-camera or via the snappy Fujifilm X half app. Using it is truly a fun trip, but questions remain.

Ron Leach  |  Aug 06, 2025

If you want to expand your repertoire by trying something different, in-camera multiple exposures is a great place to start, and this 10-minute tutorial from the Hamed Photography YouTube channel walks you through a step-by-step workflow that can be easily accomplished by beginners and experienced shooters alike.

 |  Aug 06, 2025

Lightroom Classic can be a powerful tool for photographers—I myself use it extensively!—but when it comes to organizing large catalogs, it can also be slow, tedious, and downright frustrating. 

 |  Aug 06, 2025

Everyone loves their pets and consider them part of the family, so it’s surprising that some photographer (who should know better) limit their images of these faithful friends to what could best be described as casual snapshots.

Ron Leach  |  Aug 06, 2025

British photographer and imaging-editing specialist James Feaver kicks off today's eye-opening explainer like this: "One of the things I really struggled with when I started my photography journey was white balance. I would spend hours changing the color temperature and tint and I just never was happy with the results."

Ron Leach  |  Aug 05, 2025

If you're unfamiliar with the term "clipping" it's time we brought you up to speed and revealed how easy it can be to prevent this common occurrence from spoiling the quality of images you shoot in the field. Today's concise explainer from the Souvenir Photo Pros YouTube channel explains everything you need to know in two minutes flat.

Ron Leach  |  Aug 05, 2025

Are you tied of spending hours tweaking sliders or relying upon presets that rarely seem appropriate for the specific task at hand? If so, this straightforward Lightroom tutorial is guaranteed to save you serious time whether you're editing Golden-Hour mountains, misty forests, or unimpressive skies that are lacking in drama.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Aug 04, 2025

Your expertise at creating compelling photographs and artwork can bring you richer rewards when you partner with the professionals at Lumaprints to handle the order processing, production and delivery.

Ron Leach  |  Aug 04, 2025

If you're interested in giving boudoir photography a try, the first step is understanding how to pose inexperienced models like a spouse, significant other, or a friend who wants to give it a try. You can also keep things simple by shooting with natural illumination, like light streaming through a window in your home.

Ron Leach  |  Aug 04, 2025

We're all looking for ways to capture attention-grabbing outdoor photos that stand out from the crowd, while keeping things looking natural. The Lightroom workflow illustrated below is a lot of fun because it involves experimenting with stylizing your images until you discover a signature look that's easy to replicate in the future.

Ron Leach  |  Aug 02, 2025

One of the biggest challenges when shooting in the field under difficult light is nailing exposure in scenes with a wide range of tones, which is why your landscape photos may appear too dark or overly bright with crushed shadows or blown-out highlights.

Ron Leach  |  Aug 01, 2025

Earlier this week we brought you a quick tutorial from the highly regarded Photoshop Training Channel that reveals what one Adobe expert says are his five favorite features in the game-changing late-July Photoshop update. Instructor Jesus Ramirez is back again today with a deep dive into the powerful AI-based Harmonize tool that enables you to blend multiple objects into a scene with a single click.

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