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We’ve all heard the blather from so-called purists who insist that “you’re not a real photographer unless you shoot in Manual mode.”  Well, some beg to differ, including today’s instructor Simon d’Entremont who explains why many pros (including himself) prefer Aperture Priority (AV) mode instead. Simon is a Canadian nature and wildlife photographer and educator […]

Today’s inspirational how-to video from The Photographic Eye YouTube channel takes a close look into why some scenes literally beg to rendered in b&w, with a specific emphasis on the interplay between deep shadows and other areas within the frame. The episode begins with a request that you “think about the first time you fell […]

It may still be a bit cool for a swim at the beach, but that doesn’t mean it’s too early in the season for a sensuous boudoir shoot on a nice day. And that’s what you’ll learn how to do in this behind-the-scenes tutorial from acclaimed expert Michael Sasser. Sasser is a West Coast pro […]

What exactly is a “workflow,” and how does the right advanced technology increase efficiency, conserve resources and improve the consistency of the end results? “Workflow” defines the steps taken to complete a project from start to finish. For professional photographers, and for all image-makers who share their work in any manner, the essential steps are […]

Earlier this morning with posted a video explaining the best iPhone camera settings to use to capture photos with maximum quality. We’re following up on that now in this tutorial from pro Any Rouse with a variety of high-action shooting techniques for birds in flight that can be employed with whatever camera system you use. […]

If you want to make the most of your iPhone camera you’ve come to the right place for achieving the highest possible image quality and a faster workflow. Today’s tutorial from the Reeflex Camera YouTube channel demonstrates everything you need to know for getting the job done to perfection Our unnamed instructor provides a full […]

It sure would be nice if all you had to do is zoom in tight to capture wildlife photos with razor-sharp details and no distracting image noise. Unfortunately, all too often that’s not what happens because something off. Today’s comprehensive tutorial from Australian pro Jan Wegener will set you up for consistently stunning results. Wegener […]

Lightroom’s easy-to-use Contrast tools are useful in a wide variety of situations, but here’s the deal: When you make these adjustments selectively using masks, you’ve just hit on a very powerful combination. That’s what you’ll learn how to do in this eye-opening tutorial from the PHLOG Photography YouTube channel. We suggest downloading the sample Raw […]

Outdoor photographers love shooting at Golden Hour when soft, beautiful, warm light paints the landscape. But why do photos sometimes look far less captivating than you expect, and how can you remedy this common problem? Today’s post-processing tutorial from the popular Photo Feaver YouTube channel comes to the rescue in barely six minutes with a […]