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Easy Manual Camera Settings For Photographers

If you’re relatively new to the world of photography, manual camera settings may seem like an impenetrable mystery.

The Great “I.S.O.” vs. “Eye-so” Debate for Photographers

If you’re new to photography, here’s a brief recap for you: The proper pronunciation of ISO has been quite a debate in the industry for several years. It’s not a big deal in the grand scheme of things, but you have your diehards on both sides

3 Instagram Traffic Tips for Photographers

3 Instagram Traffic Tips for Photographers with Vanessa Joy If you're an Instagram user, you've probably noticed that lately engagement has been down. Don't worry. It's not you. I have…

5 Basic Lightroom Techniques You Need to Use

Lightroom is a great tool in the arsenal of any photographer. If you’re serious about photography, you likely already use Lightroom. In this post, I’ll share with you some of my favorite tips that improve my workflow and help to create more compelling images.

4 Easy Social Media Marketing Tips To Help You Grow Your Photography Business

If you want to grow your wedding photography business, it’s important that you take advantage of social media platforms to promote yourself and engage with potential clients.

Top 5 Favorite Photography Lenses

As a professional photographer, it’s important to always have an appropriate lens on hand for whatever situations come up during a shoot.

What to Know About the New Canon EOS R3

I recently had the chance to take the upcoming Canon EOS R3 on a couple of jobs and I’m excited to share my experiences with you.

11 Bridal Posing Ideas for Photographers

If you’re a wedding photography fanatic like me (almost 20 years in the biz!) then you know how important it is to capture the bride’s best features in all the pictures you take, whether candid or staged.