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How to do Color Grading in Lightroom (New Tool)

In this article, we will explore Color Grading in Lightroom and Adobe Camera Raw. With just a few colored circles and sliders, it doesn’t look like much. But this Lightroom technique is deceptively powerful. Once you know how to use the Color Grading tool in Lightroom, your post-processing creativity will

By Jenn Mishra

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The Peter Lik Debate – Photography Genius or Big Fake?

Peter Lik claims to be the world’s “most famous photographer. The most sought-after photographer, and the most awarded photographer.” That’s quite the claim, especially when someone talks about themselves. Can we take his word for it? Peter Lik is a complicated figure in the photography world. He’s as infamous as

By Christopher Bryan-Smith

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How to Use the Pen Tool in Photoshop (Step by Step)

You won’t use Photoshop for long before realizing the Pen tool is essential. You can’t get away from using the Pen tool when learning intermediate editing techniques like photo composites. Today, we’ll talk you through how to use the Pen tool in Photoshop. I will explain all its functions and then

By N Constant

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7 Tips to Create Your Own Fine Art Portrait Photography

Fine art portrait photography is a slightly ambiguous genre. Some argue that in order to be considered fine art, an image must feature specific elements. Others claim that we, as photographers, can decide whether our work fits into the fine art genre or not. It also has patterns that you can

By Taya Ivanova Photography

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Best Photo Editing Apps in 2026 (For Android and iPhone)

With the best photo editing apps, your smartphone becomes an all-in-one photography tool. We all know how great smartphone cameras have become, but now you can edit your photos on your mobile too. And we don’t just mean adding filters and stickers. You can do sophisticated edits of all kinds. 

By Christopher Bryan-Smith

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How to Create Color Splashes in Photoshop with Photos

If you’re looking to add a little more pizzazz to your photos, consider adding color splashes in Photoshop. This can be done easily in Photoshop by following these simple steps. Using Color Splashes in Photoshop: Comparing the Color Splash Effect and Selective Color Techniques A color splash effect in Photoshop

By Jenn Mishra

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9 Awesome Close Up Portrait Photography Tips

When you’re taking close-up portraits, getting the focus just right is essential. If your subject is in sharp focus and the background is blurry, the photo will look great. But if the background is in focus, it can be a real distraction. Here are nine tips for mastering the close

By Taya Ivanova Photography

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7 Tips to Shoot Surreal Portrait Photography

Surreal portrait photography is thought-provoking, haunting, otherworldly, or a mix of all three. You can see this in the work of the best surreal portrait artists. Today, we’ll inspire you to make your surreal portraits look and feel exciting! Here are a few essential and easy tricks you need to

By Taya Ivanova Photography

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Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 II USM Lens Review 2026

The Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 II USM Lens is a professional-grade ultra-wide angle zoom lens that’s ideal for both photography and video shooting. It features a fast maximum aperture of f/2.8, along with optical image stabilization (IS) to help minimize the effects of camera shake, plus a ring-type USM motor

By N Constant

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20 Contemporary Portrait Photographers to Follow

The portrait is one of the oldest forms of photography. And it has remained one of the cornerstones of the photographic arts ever since. We’ve compiled a list of the best contemporary portrait photographers. They’re a highly talented group of artists producing some of the finest portrait photography we’ve ever

By Christopher Bryan-Smith

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9 Enchanting Portraits with Flowers to Inspire You

Flowers add a touch of elegance and beauty to any portrait session. Here are nine inspiring portraits with flowers to give you ideas for your next shoot. Portraits With Flowers: What is a Flower Portrait Photoshoot? Flower portrait shoots are very popular because you can use the natural beauty of

By N Constant

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5 Tips for a Best a Cool Photography Bio for Instagram

When it comes to Instagram, the bio is one of the most important elements of your profile. It’s one of the first things people see when they click on your name, and it’s what they read when they want to learn more about you. So it’s important to make sure

By N Constant

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