Last year, The Body Shop UK released a new campaign titled Self Love Street, telling the story of three housemates overcoming self-doubt, the pain of rejection, criticism, and the pressure to be “perfect.” The brand was spurred to action, in part, by research indicating that almost one in two people feel more self-doubt than self-love—and… Continue reading How wellness and self-love are influencing commercial advertising
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15 Free Photoshop Light Leak Actions and Overlays
The vintage film look has made its comeback in force with free light leaks! The light leak effect was commonly created by openings (leaks) in film cameras. Light trickling through the body would prematurely expose film, leading to some brilliant looks in the final photo. Light leaks commonly show as bands of bright, colorful streaks over the… Continue reading 15 Free Photoshop Light Leak Actions and Overlays
Best cameras for filmmaking on a budget in 2022
Panasonic Best overall Fujifilm X-T4 Check Price Best cinema camera Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4k Check Price Best Micro Four Thirds camera Panasonic LUMIX GH5 4K Check Price Recent years have provided some game-changing options when it comes to cameras for filmmakers on a budget. A camera should simply be a tool to help… Continue reading Best cameras for filmmaking on a budget in 2022
We didn’t start the fire, but we want to see your best photos of heat
Get creative—the interpretation of ‘heat’ is up to you. Getty Images An erupting volcano. Spicy food that causes you to break out into a sweat. A fiery sunset. Heat is interesting, varied, and complex. It spans the natural elements to the heights of emotion. Inspired by the rising temperatures as the summer solstice approaches, this… Continue reading We didn’t start the fire, but we want to see your best photos of heat
Best VHS-to-DVD converter machines of 2022
Elgato Best overall Elgato Video Capture Check Price Best budget Pinnacle Dazzle DVD Recorder and Video Capture Device Check Price Best for mac Diamond Multimedia VC500MAC Check Price VHS tapes deteriorate over time, but A VHS-to-DVD converter machine can preserve those precious videos in digital form. While the era of VHS tapes is long gone,… Continue reading Best VHS-to-DVD converter machines of 2022
Best GoPro accessories for 2022
Stan Horaczek Best for extreme athletes Chesty Performance Chest Mount Check Price When it comes to a natural viewpoint and steady shooting, chest mounts seriously outperform head mounts. Best for shooting in the dark GoPro Light Mod Check Price With output up to 200 lumens, this little light provides a surprising amount of illumination. Best… Continue reading Best GoPro accessories for 2022
Top 10 Company Retreat Ideas for Planning Your Remote Team Offsite
Written by: Nicole Smith, Founder + CEO How do you deepen company culture and create a sense of belonging in a remote-first world? Many companies are wrestling with this challenge as employees no longer come into a shared office space every day. This is even more difficult when onboarding brand new team members – primarily… Continue reading Top 10 Company Retreat Ideas for Planning Your Remote Team Offsite
Best vlogging cameras in 2022
Stan Horaczek Best overall Sony ZV-1 Digital Camera for Content Creators Check Price Developed specifically for vlog content makers, this camera prioritizes face-focusing and quality audio. Best with flip screen Fujifilm X-S10 Mirrorless Digital Camera Check Price Tiny but powerful, this body is also great for mobile video. Best budget Movo SmartCine Smartphone Video Kit… Continue reading Best vlogging cameras in 2022
New gear: Laowa 90mm f/2.8 brings you up close for less
The new all-manual Laowa 90mm f/2.8 macro from Venus Optics offers 2x macro capability. © Alberto Ghizzi Panizza As the brand nears the end of its first decade in business, Anhui, China-based Venus Optics has been busy launching new lenses at a record pace, with five Cine primes, two Zero-D Shift primes, a unique 24mm… Continue reading New gear: Laowa 90mm f/2.8 brings you up close for less
4 Tips for the Best Maternity Photoshoot
Should You Take Maternity Pictures? Becoming a mother is one of life’s most special experiences. As an expectant mother, you may be considering the idea of a maternity photoshoot. We’re here to help! Although nine months may seem like a long time, life has a funny way of speeding things up, doesn’t it? Before you… Continue reading 4 Tips for the Best Maternity Photoshoot