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lustre vs glossy

Lustre vs Glossy (Which Should You Choose for Photo Prints?)

If you are interested in printing your photographs, knowing about luster vs glossy finish is a must. Whether you’re a professional photographer or not, it can be tricky to choose the right finish. The most common options for photo paper finishes are lustre and glossy. But which one is best? This…

By Ingrid Paola Miranda Marin

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color banding

What is Color Banding in Photography? (And How to Fix It)

Color banding in photos is distracting discolorations—colors that should gradually move from one shade to the next instead jump to the next color. You see distinct bands or rows of color instead of a gradual transition. The bands may be roughly straight or curve around objects. You are more likely…

By Jenn Mishra

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Close-up of a camera lens aperture

What Is Aperture? (Understanding Aperture in Photography)

Aperture is 1 of 3 factors that create an exposure so understanding aperture is a good way of getting to grips with taking an evenly exposed photo. There are also negative and creative effects of different apertures and this post will teach you what they are and how to use them to your advantage.

By Christopher Bryan-Smith

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focal length

What Is Focal Length? (And Why It Matters in Photography)

Knowing what the focal length means, especially in relation to your camera, is very important when it comes to buying lenses. This post will leave you well informed with the correct information at to what the lenses do, which ones are right for you, how to use them creatively, and all the technical speak you’ll need.

By Joshua Dunlop

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What Are Stock Photos

What Are Stock Photos? (9 Examples & How to Use Them)

So, what are stock photos? And why are they so popular? Check out this guide for all the answers! When it comes to photography, there are a lot of different types of photos that you can take. But one type of photo that is especially popular is the stock photo.…

By Christopher Bryan-Smith

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4x6 photo size

4×6 Photo Size: Exact Inches, CM, MM and Pixels

A 4×6-inch photo measures 101.6 × 152.4 mm or 10.16 × 15.24 cm. At 300 PPI, its image area needs 1200 × 1800 pixels. Check orientation, crop and border settings before printing.

By N Constant

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imgbb

What is ImgBB? (& How to Use it for Free Image Hosting)

ImgBB lets you upload images and share links or embed codes. Learn how to use it, choose a deletion setting, and keep private photos and originals safe.

By N Constant

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Are DSLRs Dead

Are DSLRs Dead? (& What is Replacing Them?)

For a long time, the DSLR was at the apex of the camera world. They were sitting pretty at the top of the mountain, favored by photographers worldwide. DSLR cameras were jewels in the crown of all the top camera manufacturers. But now, the DSLR era is entering its winter…

By Christopher Bryan-Smith

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photography pricing

Photography Pricing Guide: How Much to Charge in 2026

“How much should photographers charge?” Getting your photography pricing can be tricky when you’re starting your career. You don’t want to charge too little and make a loss. And you don’t want to charge so much you’ll scare clients away.  A good answer might be $100 to $300 per hour…

By Natalia Robert

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focus breathing

What is Focus Breathing? (And What You Can do About It)

Focus breathing affects photographers and video makers of all levels. It might sound like a breathing exercise, but it affects all camera users. And despite being such a widespread problem, not many people have even heard of it. If you’re none-the-wiser on focus breathing, we’re here to help. We’ll look…

By Christopher Bryan-Smith

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flat light

What is Flat Light in Photography? (And How to Use It)

Today, we are going to answer the question, what is flat light photography? I will talk you through what it means and times when you should look for or stay away from flat light. The key to being a confident photographer is understanding the many ways that light will act.…

By N Constant

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orf file

What is an ORF file? (And How to Open One)

Olympus digital cameras use file extensions for their digital images. Their specific extension for RAW format is known as an ORF file. Usually, you can only view or edit ORF files with a specific program. You can use file viewers or image editing programs. Here is our guide on ORF…

By Ingrid Paola Miranda Marin

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