Photography education and inspiration

Webinar: Making the cut — practical video editing On Monday, August 12, 2019 at 4 p.m. ET, join Photofocus for a webinar titled "Making the cut — practical video editing" with guest Abba Shapiro. Learn more >

Jemma Pollari

The pros and cons of running multiple photography brands

In 2017 I launched my first photography business, Icefeatherwind Photography, after honing my skills as an amateur for over 10...

Ken Lee

Why should you use a DSLR in 2020?

Mirrorless cameras are the future. Most companies are releasing mirrorless cameras, and many are filled with amazing tech. So what...

Kevin Ames

On Photography: Steven Meisel, 1954-present

"A career high was when I did a cover for W Magazines July issue with Steven Meisel. So few girls...

Ken Lee

Timothy Little offers new perspectives on Cape Cod and the southwest at night, part one

Timothy Little makes a living specializing in night photography and light painting. I sat down with him and talked with...

Kevin Ames

A look at the Torpedo — new focusing bi-color LED lights from Genaray

Genaray's new BLT-60B portable focusing bi-color LED lights are the bomb, er ... make that the torpedo. The slick retro-spaceship...

Enter to win a new camera, post-processing software and more!

It’s our birthday, and we want to celebrate with you! Check out our 21st birthday contest and win a free photo toolbox just by entering. We’ll have prizes every month, plus a grand prize which includes a new camera! This month, we’re giving away a studio lighting kit from B&H. Learn more and enter to win >

Jemma Pollari

The pros and cons of running multiple photography brands

In 2017 I launched my first photography business, Icefeatherwind Photography, after honing my skills as an amateur for over 10 years. I took on every...

Ken Lee

Why should you use a DSLR in 2020?

Mirrorless cameras are the future. Most companies are releasing mirrorless cameras, and many are filled with amazing tech. So what reasons would there be to...

Kevin Ames

On Photography: Steven Meisel, 1954-present

"A career high was when I did a cover for W Magazines July issue with Steven Meisel. So few girls shoot with Meisel in their...

Ken Lee

Timothy Little offers new perspectives on Cape Cod and the southwest at night, part one

Timothy Little makes a living specializing in night photography and light painting. I sat down with him and talked with him about how he explores...

Kevin Ames

A look at the Torpedo — new focusing bi-color LED lights from Genaray

Genaray's new BLT-60B portable focusing bi-color LED lights are the bomb, er ... make that the torpedo. The slick retro-spaceship design is great looking and...

Enter to win a new camera, post-processing software and more!

Why a global pandemic is the perfect time to buy a new camera

Bryan Esler

As COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc across the country and world, a lot of us are probably wondering when things can return to normal, and when we can take portraits, wedding photos and more without having to worry about wearing ...

Focus stacking with a macro rail

Julie Powell

Well, there are some buzz words for you — focus stacking, macro rail ... but what does it all mean? In layman's terms, it is a guide that sits on your camera to help with moving your focal point in ...

A surprise prize is coming to the Photofocus Celebrates 21 contest — get in on it!

Photofocus Team

Here's some exciting news for all of us who love winning free photo gear ... a major company in the camera industry is providing a super big prize for one lucky Photofocus reader! All you have to do is enter the ...

The pros and cons of running multiple photography brands

Jemma Pollari

In 2017 I launched my first photography business, Icefeatherwind Photography, after honing my skills as an amateur for over 10 years. I took on every job I could, learned as fast as I was able and connected with models, wedding ...

Can your gray card do THIS?

Michèle Grenier

The SpyderCUBE — a smart alternative to the gray card — measures white balance, exposure, black level and brightness … Can YOUR gray card do this? Let’s compare from a little closer!

Mobile Mondays: Tips for mouthwatering food photography

Julie Powell

Out and about and forget your camera? Don't discount the humble smartphone when it comes to food photography. My old Samsung S9 can still pack a punch — the lens is equivalent to a full-frame 35mm lens, which is great ...

How photography influenced art, part two: Competing with paintings?

Nate Torres

Photography did, in fact, affect paintings, their significance and their relevance. In the 19th Century, photography took the spotlight when it came to realistic art pieces. And its presence alongside traditional art forms has often led people to ask, “Is ...

Why should you use a DSLR in 2020?

Ken Lee

Mirrorless cameras are the future. Most companies are releasing mirrorless cameras, and many are filled with amazing tech. So what reasons would there be to still use a DSLR? Turns out there's a few. And not to worry, this is ...

How to use long focal distances to improve landscape and cityscape compositions

Photofocus Team

When you go out to photograph and landscape or cityscape, a wide-angle lens is typically a go-to. But did you know that telephoto lenses can often have a more dramatic impact, and help to create a better story? In the ...

The Sunday Shutter: July 12, 2020

Photofocus Team

Every Sunday we highlight some of our best finds from across the web for photographers. Here are some of our most notable finds. Andreas Brücker: Orange vests LFI German photographer Andreas Brücker has worked to highlight the crowded streets of ...

Why a global pandemic is the perfect time to buy a new camera

Bryan Esler

Focus stacking with a macro rail

Julie Powell

A surprise prize is coming to the Photofocus Celebrates 21 contest — get in on it!

Photofocus Team

The pros and cons of running multiple photography brands

Jemma Pollari

Can your gray card do THIS?

Michèle Grenier

The SpyderCUBE — a smart alternative to the gray card — measures white balance, exposure, black level and brightness … Can YOUR gray card do this? Let’s compare from a little closer!

Mobile Mondays: Tips for mouthwatering food photography

Julie Powell

How photography influenced art, part two: Competing with paintings?

Nate Torres

Why should you use a DSLR in 2020?

Ken Lee

How to use long focal distances to improve landscape and cityscape compositions

Photofocus Team

The Sunday Shutter: July 12, 2020

Photofocus Team