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Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Jun 26, 2025

Wanna know when it gets dark where you live? Not just "sorta the time," but the exact time? The key to unlock the precise information is in this 2-minute read.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Jun 05, 2025

Zoner has changed the name of Zoner Photo Studio X to Zoner Studio. The new label reflects how much Zoner Studio's capabilities have grown well beyond merely editing photos.

Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Apr 18, 2025

Whether they be cherry blossoms in Tokyo, sunflowers in Indianapolis or saguaro cactus florets in Tucson, flowers have fascinated photographers since forever. We all photograph them—it's a rite of spring where I live. Here are 10 tips that will guide you to better flower photos.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Mar 31, 2025

Somewhere out in the vast darkness of cyberspace, millions and millions of precious photographs are wandering aimlessly, homeless and lost forever. Each day, more and more photos join the tens of thousands of socks that were lost in clothes dryers, umbrellas left in restaurants and the car keys that never made it back to the safety of a purse or pocket.

Not to mention the zillions of smiling golf balls banished forever somewhere in rough.

Your data is not safe, but good work habits, starting with a conscientious backup plan, can make data recoverable.

Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Mar 28, 2025

How to become a better photographer: A quick tutorial for beginners, and an "Okay, I already do that…" checklist for intermediate amateurs. Advanced hobbyists, you may want to read this, too, just to see if I covered the highpoints.

Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Mar 19, 2025

Need an emotional pick-me-up? A study commissioned by Fujifilm suggests that nearly 80% of those surveyed responded that viewing old photos brings happiness and calm emotions, with more than half experiencing reduced anxiety. Over 70% agree that taking photos increases the enjoyment of an activity.

Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Dec 27, 2024

Whether the holidays bring out your “Humbug!” or your “Ho, ho, ho!” there’s one thing you must admit: it’s the most colorful season of the year. Except maybe for spring. And autumn. Anyway, all seasonal colors are just begging to be zoomed, blurred and pleasantly smeared. Smartphone users: you can play too.

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.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Nov 30, 2024

If you're lucky enough to have a genuine camera store within driving distance, count your blessings and cash in on their expertise. Today is Small Business Saturday, so shop local, grab lunch at a local spot and support the local businesses that make our communities unique.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Nov 20, 2024

There are so many ways photo and video storytellers can cash in big at MPB this Holiday season. Here are three of the ways MPB, the largest global platform to buy, sell and trade used photo and video gear, can help make your year-end brighter.

Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Sep 20, 2024

It's harvest time throughout most of the country. That means farmers' markets are ripe with opportunities for photographers to sharpen their camera skills. Here are five tips to help you maximize the experience. This advice applies equally to street fairs, flea markets, fall festivals and other similar events.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Sep 12, 2024  |  First Published: Sep 13, 2024

It's nearly mid-September, so you know what that means. It means the Halloween paraphernalia has been on display at the supermarket for nearly a month already, and the kiddos are happily (?) back in the classroom, using interactive smartphone apps to track the days until Spring Break.

But more important, it means that we'll soon be enjoying Mother Nature's fall festival of fabulous foliage. Here is the prediction map you've been waiting for, courtesy of the wonderful folks at smokymountains.com.

Ron Leach  |  Jun 06, 2024

Most of us have the skills to capture beautiful photos of family members, be they our spouse, kids, grandkids, or other members of the clan. And because you're a photographer it's a good bet that your friends may ask you to do that for them too—even if portraiture isn't your thing.

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