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Photography Trends in 2026: 17 Ideas and Techniques to Try

Explore photography trends for 2026 with 17 practical ideas, from AI-assisted edits and film to natural portraits and outdoor photo stories.

By Taya Ivanova

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11 Famous Architectural Photographers You Should Know

Meet photographers and partnerships whose work explores buildings, from Berenice Abbott and Julius Shulman to Stephen Shore. See their key projects and what to study in their photographs.

By Joe Taylor

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How to Choose a Hard Drive for Photography (Solid State Too)

Photography storage is very important to consider. Hard drives are a common choice, as they come with plenty of space and decent read and write speeds. There are a few options created with specific needs in mind. Portable hard drives, for example, offer storage on the move. Read on for…

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What is a Flash Bracket? +3 Top Picks

There are a few ways you can attach a flash to your camera. You can place a flash unit on your camera via the hot shoe connector, or you can use a flash bracket. Today, we’ll discuss what it is and when to use it. We’ll also recommend a few…

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Tamron Lens Abbreviations and What They Mean (An Easy Guide)

Decode Tamron lens abbreviations such as Di, VC, VXD, SP and G2. Learn what they tell you about camera format, focusing, stabilization and optical design, plus how Tamron’s newer names differ.

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The Best Street Photography Lightroom Presets in 2026

Street photography is all about capturing the life and energy of a city in a single frame. To do that, you need to be able to work fast and respond to whatever pops up in front of you. The best way to do that is to have your camera settings…

By Jenn Mishra

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What is a DCR File? (And How to Open & Convert One)

Are you wondering what a DCR file is? Well, it’s a digital camera RAW file extension for Kodak cameras. And, naturally, they are digital images saved by Kodak digital cameras. Beyond photography, many other companies besides Kodak use the DCR extension. For instance, Shockwave Media used DCR file formats for…

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23 Best Photography Movies (Every Photographer Must See)

As visual mediums, photography and filmmaking go hand-in-hand. Some of the best directors and cinematographers have studied still photography. Some, such as Sam Taylor-Johnson and Anton Corbijn, have also worked as photographers. With so many working in the film industry, it is no wonder that there are many photography movies…

By Joe Taylor

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Best Photography Apps in 2026 (iPhone & Android)

Compare the best photography apps for iPhone and Android, including camera controls, editing, planning, astrophotography, and sharing tools.…

By Christopher Bryan-Smith

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How to Write a Photographer Bio for Your Website (Pro Tips)

Writing about yourself can be difficult. It’s not easy to identify your defining characteristics and sum yourself up in a neat and concise manner. And this is true when you’re writing a photographer bio for your website. The bio page is an important part of your website. It’s something that…

By Christopher Bryan-Smith

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How to Determine Your Dominant Eye for Better Photography

Did you know that one of your eyes is more dominant than the other? In photography, understanding which eye is dominant can make a big difference in the quality of your photo. Knowing your dominant eye helps you with framing and composition. And it lets you create more balanced and…

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12 Food Styling Tips for Serious Food Bloggers

As a food blogger, beautiful photos of your recipes are the way to get noticed online. To get ahead, you need food photography that will get people’s eyes popping and mouths watering. This means developing your food styling skills. Food photographers often work with a food stylist on professional shoots.…

By Darina Kopcok

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