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The Ultimate Guide to Freezing Action in Photographs (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Mar 27, 2023

Motion blur is a very popular technique in which slow shutter speeds are used to give photos a sense of movement, and appropriate subjects span the gamut from flowing water, clouds blowing across the sky, and even action shots of athletes. This effect can be achieved in the camera or during post processing.

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The ULTIMATE iPhone Camera & Photo Settings Guide (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Oct 31, 2023

Whether you own a new iPhone 15, or use an older model running  iOS 14, the photos you shoot will be significantly better after watching the comprehensive tutorial below. This "ultimate guide" from the Mount Media YouTube channel was designed for beginning and intermediate users alike.

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The “Inverse Square Law” Is a Must-Know Concept if You Want to Control the Light in Your Photos (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 29, 2017

This may be the first time we’ve invoked the laws of physics in a phography tutorial. But fear not, because the "Inverse Square Law" is a simple concept, at least as it pertains to photography, and it can have a big impact on your images.

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The “Most Powerful” Composition Tool in Photography (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Nov 08, 2022

Are your images lacking in depth and interest? If so, today’s tutorial reveals what a British pro says is “the most powerful composition tool in photography.” By following his simple advice, you’ll immediately take your imagery to the next level.

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These 3 Basic Tips Will Improve Your Portrait Photography in a BIG Way (VIDEO)
Shutterbug Staff  |  Oct 14, 2019

Photographer Manny Ortiz is back with another portrait photography how-to video and this time he shows you three classic tips that will improve your photos. In the below tutorial, Ortiz once again calls on his lovely model wife Diana to pose so he can demonstrate how to use the following composition techniques to up your portrait game.

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These 5 Easy Boudoir Poses Are All You Need to Know to Get Started in Boudoir Photography (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Jan 27, 2020

Some photographers are a bit intimated by the thought of giving boudoir photography a try—even if they’re adept at portraiture. That’s because shooting sensual models often requires a different style of posing.

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These 6 Simple Camera Tips Will Get You Out of AUTO Mode Forever (VIDEO)
Dan Havlik  |  Apr 26, 2019

If you're still learning photography but want to break out of your comfort zone – aka AUTO mode on your camera – here are six easy photography tips to help you take the "training wheels" off. 

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These Are the 10 BEST Photography Ideas of 2020 in Just 5 Minutes (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 30, 2020

If you’re looking for a bit of inspiration for shooting unique photos over the upcoming holiday weekend, you’ve come to the right place. That’s because a popular pro reveals what he considers the 10 best photography ideas of 2020.

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These Are the 10 WORST Types of Models to Photograph (VIDEO)
Dan Havlik  |  Aug 19, 2019

Shutterbug photographer Jordan Matter recently teamed up with fashion model Natalia Taylor to produce the fun, revealing and very tongue-in-cheek video below titled "Fashion Modeling Horror Stories – The Real Truth."

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These Are the Best Autofocus (AF) Settings for Portrait & Boudoir Photography, According to Michael Sasser
Dan Havlik  |  Feb 21, 2019

Even experienced photographers can struggle with some of the technical aspects of photography. Consequently, everyone is bound to make a few mistakes.

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These Are the BEST LENSES for Boudoir Photography (VIDEO)
Henry Anderson  |  Feb 12, 2021

One of the main questions that beginner boudoir photographers ask established pros is about their lens choices. It's something that Critsey Rowe of Couture Boudoir gets asked so often she decided to make a video about it titled "Undisputed BEST Lens for BOUDOIR Portrait Photography: Beginner Tips."

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These Are the BEST Lenses for Portraits, According to Mango Street (VIDEO)
Henry Anderson  |  Sep 16, 2019

Portrait lenses come in all shapes and sizes but some particular focal lengths, many photographers would argue, are better than others. In the below video, 

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These Are the Top 14 Poses for Portrait Photography! (VIDEO)
Dan Havlik  |  Aug 07, 2020

One of the most essential parts of portrait photography, particularly when working with models, is the art of posing. But which poses work, and which do not?

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These Are the Top 5 Boudoir Photography Poses on a Chair (VIDEO)
Dan Havlik  |  Nov 20, 2020

Florida-based boudoir and portrait photographer Yuliya Panchenko is who we turn to when we're looking for tips, tricks and how-to tutorials on the best poses for boudoir photography. In her latest video, Panchenko shares her top five boudoir poses on a chair.

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These Are the Tricks Pros Use to Pose People So They Look Better in Portraits (VIDEO)
Dan Havlik  |  May 02, 2018

Do you hate how you look in photos? Or, as a photographer, are you often unsatisfied with how your subjects appear in your images after you snap the photo? The problem might not be you; it could simply be the wrong pose.

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