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BenQ ScreenBar Pro: Goodbye desk lamps, hello light bars

When you set up your workstation, lighting is key. Eye strain leads to inefficiencies. We often gravitate toward one of the thousands of desk lamps for sale, but should you consider a monitor light bar instead? I was sent a BenQ ScreenBar Pro LED Monitor Light to review, so let’s

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Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R: Everyone’s favorite Fujifilm lens

Whether you’re new to Fujifilm cameras or have been using one for some time, one of the most popular lenses you’ll encounter (if you haven’t yet) is the Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R. One of the original X mount lenses, it has garnered quite a cult following, as many believe it lends

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The Screaming Banshee

Is it Spooky Season yet?

Every year seems to be getting shorter. Days and weeks are becoming more hectic. Or is it just me? It’s only just July… Even that feels crazy, but blink and that will be gone. Then August, September and then… yes Spooky Season is here. Down Under, I must admit we

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2019-07-18 Rocky Nook Enthusiasts Guide to Composition balance

Five design elements for better pictures

I’ve been frequently asked to help take pictures (with a smartphone) simply because I’m a photographer and therefore MUST make better pictures than those coming from an average joe. Probably not always true, but I feel that there are some elements to know that could help everyone take better pictures

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The power of editing

Today, I’m inviting you to join me as I go a little behind the scenes on editing. Follow along as I transform an image from the captivating “Night Circus” series into a truly dreamlike image, I’m thrilled with how the final image came out. The editing process Links and additional

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Why 85mm works great for more than just portraits

Whenever the 85mm focal length is mentioned, most photographers immediately think about portrait photography. While it’s definitely among the first focal lengths that portrait photographers reach for, there’s more to it than that. It actually comes pretty handy for other types of photography as well! In the video above, Sydney,

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How writing made me a better photographer

In college, I discovered the Feynman Technique, a method named after the renowned physicist Richard Feynman, which transformed the way I approached learning and understanding new concepts. The essence of the technique is simple: if you can’t explain something in simple terms, you don’t truly understand it. This revelation not

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Adobe

Adobe unveils powerful new innovations in Illustrator and Photoshop, unlocking new design possibilities for creative pros

Adobe just announced new innovations in its industry-leading professional design apps Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop that accelerate everyday creative workflows and give creators more control. From ideation to production, the new release of Illustrator unlocks new ways for pro designers and illustrators to more easily and quickly bring their vision to life across

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Zhiyun Molus B200: Fabulous studio bicolor COB lighting

Looking for some powerful lighting for photography and video in the studio? Then perhaps the new Zhiyun Molus B200 might just be worth checking out. This cool Industrial design packs a punch and unlocks endless creativity. From the same people who created the tiny, funky 100W pocket COB light (Molus

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