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If you’ve searched for advice on shooting RAW with a smartphone, you’ve probably seen the same promises repeated over and over: more quality, more dynamic range, more professional results. While none of that is entirely false, most guides leave out the important caveats—and that’s where photographers get frustrated. RAW on a phone is powerful, but […]
In the fast-paced world of digital photography, efficiency is key. Adobe Photoshop, a cornerstone in photo editing, becomes even more powerful when you master its keyboard shortcuts. Whether you’re tweaking a final masterpiece or sorting through a batch of shots, these shortcuts are essential tools in any photographer’s arsenal. Here’s a curated list of the […]
Patterns are an important element of photography composition because they add visual interest and rhythm to an image. When used effectively, patterns can create a sense of movement and draw the viewer’s eye around the frame. Related: offer ending soon for the Composition Cheat Sheets 🥳 New Year Sale Capturing patterns within a city can […]
A winter exercise for cleaner, stronger compositions If you’re looking for structured ways to practice exercises like this, the Winter Sale on the Photography Exercises is wrapping up soon. It’s designed to give you clear, hands-on assignments you can use right away—especially during slower winter shooting months. Winter is also one of the best seasons […]
One of the most common—and costly—misunderstandings in photography is the belief that owning a photo automatically means you can use it however you want. On the surface, that assumption makes sense. You took the photo. You edited it. You delivered it. The copyright is yours. So what’s the problem? The problem is that ownership and […]
You’re standing in a dimly lit scene, you raise your phone, and… nothing. No Night Mode icon. No long exposure countdown. Just a regular photo that looks far darker than what your eyes can see. If this has ever happened, you’re not imagining things — and your phone isn’t broken. Night Mode is surprisingly picky. […]
The point and shoot generation creates a problem when attempting to shoot great images. If you tend to point and shoot without much thought, you are already at a disadvantage when trying to take a great photo. Finding the nearest viewpoint and pushing the shutter button will hardly ever result in a great image. The […]
Winter is upon us with snow already falling across the country. There is nothing more serene than a fresh snowfall, but capturing a winter landscape full of white can be challenging to get right. Here are a few tips to help you ace those snowy shots. 1. Expose to the Right… A Lot Snow means […]
Motion blur is usually associated with “real” cameras—tripods, manual modes, and slow shutter speeds. But here’s the surprise: you can create intentional, creative motion blur with a smartphone, and once you know how, it opens up an entirely new look your phone photos probably don’t have yet. Let’s break down what motion blur actually is, […]
Whether you’re a budding enthusiast or a seasoned pro, there’s always something new to learn about your camera. It’s like a treasure trove of hidden gems, waiting to be discovered and utilized to enhance your photographic prowess. In this post, we delve into the lesser-known realms of camera settings. These are the features that lurk […]
