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How this Pro Stores & Backs Up His Photos to Keep Them Safe (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Jan 31, 2025  | 

Safe storage practices may seem like a boring topic, until you lose a bunch of images that you worked so hard to create. Then you'll wish you had taken the time to store and back up your photographs properly as we've urged in the past.

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New iPhone App: Don't Miss These 7 Hidden Features (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Jan 27, 2025  | 

Today's quick video is a must-see for everyone who's not up to speed on Apple's latest iPhone app and everything it offers. The tutorial comes from Your Technology Coach, a popular YouTube channel devoted to digital technology tips and techniques.

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10 Features I Wish Every Camera Had
Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Jan 24, 2025  | 

Modern digital cameras are technological marvels capable of creating amazing images and chockfull of innovative features. But dammit, there are a few things manufacturers could add that would enhance the overall electronic photography experience for us all. Here's my Top Ten list. What's on yours?

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Flash or Simple LED Lights: What's Best for Your Style of Photos? (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 26, 2024  | 

Getting the light right is an essential task whether you're shooting indoors or out, and sometimes this means adding supplemental light to achieve perfect exposures. One choice is using a flash, but some photographers are intimidated by the techniques and settings that are required.

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How to Shoot Epic Landscape Photos with Every Lens You Own (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 19, 2024  | 

The first thing most landscape photographers do upon arriving on location is to pull a wide-angle lens out of their bag. This approach may work great for shooting expansive scenes, but it will also give images a familiar look, and can even stifle one's creativity.

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How to Shoot Festive Nighttime Portrait Photos on the Street
Ron Leach  |  Dec 12, 2024  | 

Environmental portraits are a lot of fun to make, even if people pictures aren't your thing. One reason is that you don't need any special gear, or even a simple flash, if you understand how to work with whatever illumination exists on location. And this holds true whether you're shooting during the day or after the sun drops below the horizon.

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Handheld Light Meters: When, Why & How to Use Them (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 11, 2024  | 

The handheld light meter is an extremely powerful accessory that was far more popular in the days of 35mm photography. But this versatile and precise tool is just as valuable when shooting with modern digital cameras, and this tutorial explains why, when, and how.

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10 Gifts Photographers Will Appreciate Totally
Shutterbug Staff  |  Dec 08, 2024  | 

They say the best gift is something you want to own yourself. If that's true, this gift list hits the jackpot 10 times over. We want them all! You will too. Check this out.

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Shoot Photos Like this with a Dab of Vaseline, a Skylight Filter & a Deft Finger (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 03, 2024  | 

This tutorial demonstrates the magic of a "Vaseline technique" that will impart a soft, dreamy look to just about any image you shoot. This method isn't exactly new, but it's rarely discussed among digital photographers who typically apply software filters to create special effects.

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BioLite Headlamps for Photographers, Cyclists, Joggers, Climbers, Hikers & Tire Changers
Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Nov 22, 2024  | 

Put light where you need it. BioLite headlamps are affordable, comfortable and extremely well-made. As a photographer you'll find them an indispensable nighttime companion. And it you ever have to change a tire on a dark road, search at midnight for a doggo that wandered off, or face any emergency that includes a loss of power, you need a headlamp.

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Should You Splash Your Cash on a Hi-Res Camera or Better Glass? (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Nov 21, 2024  | 

Like it or not we live in an era where camera manufactures compete with each other for how much resolution their products offer. But there's a big difference between what you want and what you really need. That's why, budget notwithstanding, it's time to ask yourself how many megapixels are necessary for your style of photography.

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This Lens Filter is a MUST for Epic Landscape & Nature Photos (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Nov 14, 2024  | 

Does a Circular Polarizer (CPL) occupy a prominent spot in your camera bag? If not, that's about to change in the next 10 minutes as instructor Fil Nenna explains everything you need to know for taking advantage of this powerful and affordable accessory that many pros never leave home without.

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This Beginners Guide to Night Photos Will Get You Started Tonight (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Nov 12, 2024  | 

Wonderful things begin to happen once the sun drops below the horizon, whether you're shooting in the field or on the streets near your home. Sparkling stars grace the sky, a moon often illuminates the landscape, and urban scenes that appeared boring during the day take on a magical look.

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Three Macro Photo Techniques for Stunning Shots All Year Long (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Nov 12, 2024  | 

Macro photography provides a year-round opportunity for shooting stunning images, whether you subjects are budding flowers in the spring, insects during summer, or fascinating snowflakes in winter. If you've been disappointed with closeups in the past, this quick video  from the Wildlife with Rich channel will significantly boost your results.

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Accessory of the Year? Here’s One Rugged Candidate
Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Oct 29, 2024  | 

If you’ve ever struggled getting a sharp image while seated in your car, you need the new Window Mount Clamp from 3 Legged Thing.

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