Flower portraits: Beautiful examples and must-have tips

From Horst P. Horst’s 1951 picture of the fashion model Evelyn Tripp in a ballgown to Tyler Mitchell’s now-famous 2018 cover photo of Beyoncé for Vogue magazine, flowers have always had a place in creative portrait photography. A few years ago, Emily Soto made this portrait for Allure on film to celebrate springtime in New… Continue reading Flower portraits: Beautiful examples and must-have tips

Selected Intimate Landscapes of Newcastle Area Trails

Photography and text by Bill Edwards Intimate Landscapes My more distant photo trips into the expansive mountains of Washington’s Cascades provide ample opportunity to capture rugged alpine landscapes with dramatic views, while the local woodland trails are all about the little views. I affectionately call them “Intimate Landscapes.”  Between the rains, I hike the lonely… Continue reading Selected Intimate Landscapes of Newcastle Area Trails

The best photo editing software in 2023

Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best photo editing software for beginner Luminar Neo SEE IT Software with advanced AI for easy editing. Best all-in-one Adobe Lightroom SEE IT Lightroom can handle almost any type of editing you may need… Continue reading The best photo editing software in 2023

The best macro lenses for 2023

Stan Horaczek We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best for Canon Canon RF 100mm f/2.8 L Macro IS USM SEE IT Best for Nikon Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S SEE IT Best for Sony Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro… Continue reading The best macro lenses for 2023

Meet Wolf Dieter Magerl: March 360º Contributor of the Month

We’d like to acknowledge  Wolf Dieter Magerl. During the month of March, he has shared 33 stunning panoramas that showcase the beauty of Austria. From the Water lily pond in the flower gardens of Vienna to the Waterfront Copa Beach, each panorama transports viewers to a unique location. One of the standout images is the… Continue reading Meet Wolf Dieter Magerl: March 360º Contributor of the Month

The best inkjet printers in 2023

Amazon We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best all-in-one Canon PIXMA G6020 SEE IT An all-in-one with surprising photographic chops. Best overall Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 SEE IT A solid balance of price and performance. Best for photos Epson SureColor P700 SEE… Continue reading The best inkjet printers in 2023

8 photography tips to create stunning photos on a cloudy day

One summer’s day, Costas Kariolis planned to shoot the sunset at Derwentwater jetty in England’s Lake District. But when the time finally arrived, he found only mist and rain, with no sign of the sun’s illuminating rays. Instead of turning back and going home, however, he stayed. “The conditions turned out to be better than… Continue reading 8 photography tips to create stunning photos on a cloudy day

The best wide-angle lens for Nikon in 2023

Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best overall Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 SEE IT It offers a fast aperture in a compact and lightweight body. Best for pros NIKON NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S SEE IT With a little… Continue reading The best wide-angle lens for Nikon in 2023

The ultimate guide to portrait photography

99 years ago, Man Ray photographed Kiki de Montparnasse in the studio, her back facing the camera and her head turned over her left shoulder. A few months ago, that portrait made history as the most expensive photograph ever sold at auction, going for $12.4 million. Portraits have a unique ability to capture a specific… Continue reading The ultimate guide to portrait photography