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Ron Leach  |  Jun 04, 2025  | 

Lightroom can seem overwhelming to inexperienced users because there's a vast array of tools and techniques for achieving different types of enhancements. To complicate matters further, there are other tools that appear to fulfill similar tasks but aren't quite the same.

Ron Leach  |  Jun 04, 2025  | 

Today's tutorial from the Photography Explained YouTube channel begins with this warning: "Your autofocus is probably failing you way more than you realize. This uncomfortable news may be exactly what you need to hear if you're tired of missing moments that matter because your camera just won't focus where you want it to.

Ron Leach  |  Jun 03, 2025  | 

One important wildlife photography technique that deserves far more attention involves configuring your camera with two or three Custom modes for instantly switching between settings for action, low light, or general photography.

Ron Leach  |  Jun 03, 2025  | 

Today we'll let you in on what one pro calls an "untold secret about ISO in photography:" namely, there's far more to this concept than finding a correct exposure. This isn't your standard "what is ISO" video, because it goes beyond the basics to help you create a unique style that sets your imagery apart from the rest.

Ron Leach  |  Jun 02, 2025  | 

You don't have to be serious about wildlife photography to enjoy capturing eye-catching images of our feathered friends. Theae colorful subjecta abound all year long, and are easy to find at a local park, nearby nature center, and even in the comfort of your own backyard.

Ron Leach  |  Jun 02, 2025  | 

Today's helpful beginners guide on the crucial topic of depth of field comes to us from the experts at Grest Big Photography World, an instructional YouTube channel staffed by expert instructors whose goal it to help inexperienced shooters improve their skills.

Ron Leach  |  Jun 02, 2025  | 

Today's interesting tutorial is for those of you who may understand the power behind Lightroom's Masking tool but are unsure how to use it for enhancing your photos. Instructor Austin James Jackson puts it like this: "The Masking tool allows you to make selective adjustments to your images, giving you total control over the most miniscule details in the frame."

Ron Leach  |  May 30, 2025  | 

Some photographers are confused by the concept of setting white balance in the camera, and we frequently post tutorials on this important topic. Today's video with Jimmy West simplifies the notion by explaining that "white balance matters more you think and why these three settings are the only ones you'll ever need."

Ron Leach  |  May 30, 2025  | 

Earlier this week we featured an important maintenance guide with a safe-and-effective method for cleaning a dirty camera sensor and keeping it pristine as long as possible. But what about the dusty photos you shot in the past or those you digitize with a scanner?

Ron Leach  |  May 29, 2025  | 

One key step in becoming a better Photographer is learning how to evaluate a scene and then make the most of whatever lighting conditions you confront. You may think that these means concentrating on the intensity of Light, but this tutorial from the Nifty Fifty Photographers YouTube channel demonstrates another consideration that's equally important consider.

Ron Leach  |  May 29, 2025  | 

The task of editing landscape photos is typically challenging because we often shoot in complicated situations, like when pointing the camera directly into the light at sunrise or sunset. Then there are those confusing scenes with bright highlights, dark shadows, and important midtones within the frame.

Ron Leach  |  May 28, 2025  | 

Whether you're just getting started or a more experienced shooter, the tutorial below will change how to approach photography by explaining what types of lens filters are appropriate for your style of imagery and demonstrating how to use them. Dollar-for-dollar these simple accessories are perhaps the most valuable you can find, so pay close attention and then add a few filters to your kit.

Ron Leach  |  May 27, 2025  | 

Lightroom's Contrast slider is the most frequently used tool for editing images than can benefit from a boost in contrast but, unfortunately, this approach provides far less control than the other methods you'll learn today by watching this tutorial from the popular PHLOG Photography YouTube channel.

Ron Leach  |  May 27, 2025  | 

Today's quick tutorial from German pro Benjamin Jaworskyj explains what he considers to be the most effective composition techniques for inexperienced photographers, and he kicks off the lesson with this promise: "You'll learn how use lines, balance, depth, and perspective to transform your images from average to awesome."

Ron Leach  |  May 23, 2025  | 

All cameras feature a selection of Drive Modes, whether your weapon of choice is a DSLR, mirrorless model, or a full-featured compact. Choosing the appropriate setting for the task at hand will simplify a shoot and increase your odds of success.

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