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How To Fine-Tune Your Artist Statement
Follow these steps to fine-tune your artist statement and make it the best it can possibly be
How To Write Your Artist Statement
Communicate your project and personal vision in your artist statement with these writing tips
Why You Actually Do Want To Write Your Artist Statement
Because when we write about our photographs, we’re forced to express what they portray and what compelled us to make them
The Fundamentals Of Model And Property Releases
From individuals to property owners, find out under what circumstances you need model and property releases
Latest News
Nikon Announces Unique NIKKOR Z 58mm F/0.95 S Noct Lens And Battery Pack
Nikon remakes a one-of-a-kind, powerful and pricey prime lens
Sony Increases Speed And Adds Features On Updated a9 II Full-frame Mirrorless Camera
The new updates include enhanced tracking and more frames per second using mechanical shutter
Westcott Introduces FJ400 Strobe 400ws And FJ-X2m Radio Trigger
Westcott debuts a new powerful strobe
Nikon Announces Development of Flagship D6 DSLR And Prime Lens, Introduces New Z Lens
Today’s announcements really include just one with product information—the NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S lens
Sony Introduces Two New Mirrorless Cameras And Two New Lenses
Sony's new APS-C Alpha cameras include features found previously only on its pro-level models
Business
Seven Challenges of Photographing Destination Weddings
Wedding photographer Javon Longieliere and wedding industry specialist Kristi Drago-Price share their experiences of shooting weddings around the world
The Enduring Nature Of Black-And-White Photography Books
Why in the 21st century are we still seeing black-and-white photography books?
Gear and Reviews
First Look Review: Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM US Telephoto Lens
Sony’s short telephoto lens includes stunning optics and impressive technology
Adventure-Ready Storage And Backup
Award-winning surf filmmaker Aaron Lieber offers insights for on-location workflow to ensure your images return safely home with you
First Look: Canon EOS RP
Hands on with a light and compact full-frame EOS camera
First Look: Fujifilm X-T30
Although the X-T30 is smaller and lighter than many in its class, it’s still a very capable camera
Technique
Travel Portrait Techniques
Follow these valuable tips when traveling abroad
Adobe Lightroom CC Mobile For Portraits And Candids
Make the most of the mobile version of Lightroom, connect with your subjects and make your potential clients see results in real time
Add Motion To Strobe-Lit Portraits By Dragging The Shutter
This slow-shutter-speed-with-flash technique adds a hint of motion and a lot of interest to portraits and fashion photographs
Portrait Lighting With LEDs
Tips for using constant LED lighting in studio as well as mixing it with natural light (indoors and out)
Lighting Separation Anxiety
Keep the reproduction of your images in mind when shooting stock—or any images—for successful sales
As Numerous As The Stars
Take your astrophotography to the next level with these techniques
