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Using Kodachrome 64 film simulation recipe for Fujifilm cameras

Looking for the next film simulation recipe to try with your Fujifilm camera? How about an iconic look from Kodak, like Kodachrome 64? Film photographers and hybrid photographers would be familiar with this legendary film stock. So it’s not surprising why a lot of photographers like Tom Juggins have been

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Commercial photography technique: Lighting jewelry

It can be difficult to isolate jewelry from the background. With this commercial photography technique, I’ll show you how to float a necklace named Pegasus. Bonus! It can be any color at all. Reminder: I am a Fotopro Featured Photographer and a Platypod Pro. The set The set consists of

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The secret weapon for unconventional mood boards

As portrait photographers, we often find ourselves on the hunt for inspiration. Sometimes, the perfect image to encapsulate our vision is elusive, leaving us feeling creatively blocked. Enter AI, the digital alchemist capable of transforming abstract ideas into visual gold. This isn’t something new. I’ve used AI to create Mood

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Wide angle lens adjustments for distortion

When you work with a wide angle lens there is some distortion inherent in the image. Tilt the camera up and it really rears its ugly head. Here are some thoughts on working through the problem. See this image article on noise reduction for the start of this photo. Distortion

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Avoid making this mistake with the 50mm f/1.8 lens

The 50mm f/1.8 is among the most popular lenses for many types of photography. However, many photographers tend to shoot at the widest aperture with it — a crucial mistake that results in not so sharp photos. So, if you’re new to photography and just picked up this lens, outdoor

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Stop the scroll with Flexclip

How I use FlexClip to create scroll-stopping portrait reels

As a portrait photographer, I spend hours crafting creative, emotive images that tell a story — but when it comes to sharing them on social media, it’s not always easy to stop people from scrolling past. We live in a world where attention spans are short and Reels dominate the

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Combining natural and artificial light for still life photography

Still life photography is all about creating captivating scenes with inanimate objects. While natural light often provides a soft, ethereal quality, artificial light offers precise control and versatility. By combining both, you can achieve stunning results that elevate your still-life imagery. Oh, and it’s not just still life, consider using

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Five all-around cameras to get secondhand in 2025

Buying a secondhand camera is a smart move if you’re looking to get great performance for a more affordable price. At the rate that new cameras are coming up, you’re not really missing a lot by getting a camera that is a few years-old. The best secondhand cameras balance image

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Unleashing the beauty of landscapes: Capturing nature’s majesty

Landscape photography is a captivating art form that allows us to capture the breathtaking beauty of the world around us. From towering mountains to serene seascapes, the possibilities for exploring and capturing the essence of natural landscapes are endless. Here are five tips that will help you unleash the true

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How to take charge of color in your photography

If you do a lot of color photography, it follows that you need to have skillful control of colors. You must be able to use it to best present the story or message of your photos. Using presets and LUTs created by other photographers is a quick way to get

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Best lenses for landscape photography with digital medium format cameras

Planning to capture some scenic landscapes and sweeping vistas with your medium format camera this summer? Make sure you’re also ready with the right lens (or lenses) to get the best results in glorious detail. For landscape photography using medium format cameras, you’ll want lenses that offer exceptional sharpness, edge-to-edge sharpness for large

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