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For the Sharpest Photos: Topaz Black Friday

For the Sharpest Photos: Topaz Black Friday

Topaz Labs just kicked off their Black Friday Sale early, so currently you can get all of their best-selling Image Quality editors for one low price if you’re interested. And you only pay for what you don’t own. If you already have Gigapixel, but not DeNoise or Sharpen AI, you will only pay for two […]

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Exploring the Magic of GenSwap in Photo Enhancement

Exploring the Magic of GenSwap in Photo Enhancement

A new feature in Luminar Neo, GenSwap, offers photographers an extraordinary tool to enhance their images. It enables users to replace specific elements in photos with AI-generated visuals that integrate seamlessly with the rest of the image​​. This tool opens a realm of infinite creative possibilities, allowing photographers to say goodbye to dull and unimpressive […]

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Slot Canyon Photography Tips & Techniques

Slot Canyon Photography Tips & Techniques

Slot canyons represent one of the most fascinating corners of our planet: the American Southwest. Sandstone, over millions of years, has been eroded by the power of water, creating deep, winding corridors. For anyone of any age with an explorative spirit, slot canyons are a playground. The two most iconic, and likely the most photogenic […]

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How to Open RAW Image Files in Windows Photo Viewer

How to Open RAW Image Files in Windows Photo Viewer

RAW image files are a photographer’s boon. They capture all the data from the camera’s sensor, offering unparalleled quality and flexibility in post-processing. However, their complexity often makes them tricky to handle, especially when it comes to viewing them on standard software like Windows Photo Viewer. Why Are RAW Files Difficult to Open? Unprocessed Data: […]

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Wedding Photography Gear List

Wedding Photography Gear List

Being asked to be a wedding photographer is a huge responsibility! Someone has trusted you with capturing the memories of what could be the biggest day of their lives! Have you got the right gear to get the job done? Gear can be a bit of a sensitive topic, and every photographer is different. Some […]

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Rolling Shutter Issues and Sony’s Innovative Solution

Rolling Shutter Issues and Sony’s Innovative Solution

The rolling shutter effect is a well-known challenge in the world of photography and videography. This post will delve into what causes rolling shutter artifacts, how they can negatively impact your work, and discuss an exciting development from Sony that promises to address this issue. What is Rolling Shutter? Rolling shutter occurs because the camera’s […]

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How to Use GenErase in Luminar Neo

How to Use GenErase in Luminar Neo

Representing the next generation of image editing, GenErase is an advanced tool that elevates the standard for erasing and refining visual elements in photographs. It not only removes undesirable visual distractions from your images but also applies content-aware AI techniques to replace these elements intelligently. This process results in a composition that is both focused […]

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6 Tips for Controlling Depth of Field

6 Tips for Controlling Depth of Field

Depth of field (DOF) is one of the most important factors in determining the look and feel of a photograph. It’s also the most overlooked for photographers moving from a point-and-shoot camera to a DSLR camera. With a DSLR, you have a huge amount of control over depth of field, and you should know how […]

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The Importance of Constructive Feedback in Photography

The Importance of Constructive Feedback in Photography

Most of us have received critiques of our work at some point of our life. Some of the most subjective feedback is that directed at works of art. Photography is no exception. With a lot of people picking up photography as a hobby, it’s no wonder that a lot of photography related forums are created […]

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Street Photography Tips at Night

Street Photography Tips at Night

Taking pictures at night gives an image a completely different feel because it captures different stories of daily life—sometimes more dramatic than the ones captured during the day. There is also a whole new cast of characters at night that make taking pictures on the streets after dark an even more adventurous experience in street […]

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