Photography Guides

Do you want to learn how to take photos that wow your friends? Or perhaps you just want some tips and tricks to take your photos to the next level.

aperture
Guide to Aperture in Photography
gimp-plugins-featured
18 Best GIMP Plugins of 2023 + Installation Guide
nikon vs canon
Canon vs Nikon (Which to Buy in 2023)
Travel tips for Photographers
Travel Tips for Photographers
pc-photo-editing
How to Build the Best PC/Desktop Computer for Photo Editing
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How to Prep for Outdoor Photography
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Landscape Photography Tips
Facebook ads course shotkit
Facebook Ads Course for Photographers
How To Open ARW Files
top-camera-brands-shotkit
Top Camera Brands in 2023
Best Place to Buy & Sell Used Camera Equipment
How to Make a DIY Projector
dynamic-range
Guide to Dynamic Range in Photography
guide-to-hdr-photography-02
What is HDR Photography? (+ How do You Take HDR Photos?)
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Matte vs Glossy Photos: Which Paper is Best for Your Photo Prints?
organize-digital-photos
How To Organize Digital Photos (+ Best Way to Store Photo Prints)
carry-on-luggage-hack
Excess Baggage Hack for Traveling Photographers
types-of-photography-featured
117 Different Styles & Types of Photography To Try in 2023
camera-settings
Easy to Understand Guide to Camera Settings for Beginners
imgbb-shotkit
How to use ImgBB for Free Image Hosting
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35mm vs 50mm (Which Lens Focal Length is Better?)
How to Sell Photos Online shotkit
20 Best Websites to Sell Your Photos Online in 2023
guide-to-depth-of-field
Beginner’s Guide to Depth of Field in Photography
Guide to Pricing Photography Prints
Portrait-Photography-Poses
27 Flattering Portrait Poses for Photographers & Models
portrait-photography
Portrait Photography Tips, Techniques, Settings & Ideas for 2023
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Full Frame vs Crop Sensor: Differences + Pros & Cons
sRGB in Photography
Should you use sRGB in Photography? (vs RGB & Adobe RGB)
how-to-fix-Stuck-pixels
Stuck Pixel Fixing Guide (How to Diagnose, Fix & Prevent)
Guide to Adobe Camera RAW (vs Lightroom & Photoshop)
photography-salary
How Much Does a Photographer Earn in 2023? Photography Salary Report
Guide to Long Lens Photography
white balance
Guide to white balance
Guide to Toy Photography
beach-photography-featured
Guide to Beach Photography (Best Gear, Tips & Ideas)
photography-school
25 Best Photography Schools in the World in 2023 By Country
diy-headshot
How To Take A Professional Headshot With Your Phone
How to Clean a Camera Lens the Right Way in 2023
How to Post Multiple Photos on Instagram (In One Post)
Candid Photography
Guide to Candid photography
light-painting-featured
What is Light Painting? (How to Draw with Light + What You Need)
drone-photography
19 Drone Photography Tips to Improve Your Aerial Shots in 2023
cpl-filter
What is a CPL Filter and Why Should You Use One in 2023?
How to Photograph Water
select-culling
How to Use Narrative Select to Save Time Culling Images
macro-lens
Macro Lens Guide for Closeup Photography
reflection-photography
Guide to Reflection Photography
fine-art-photography
Guide to Fine Art Photography
RAW-vs-JPEG
RAW vs. JPEG: What Are the Important Differences?
monochrome-photography-featured
What is Monochrome Photography? (+Examples & How to Shoot it)
photography-business
How to Start a Photography Business in 2023
low light photography
Guide To Low Light Photography (With Camera Settings & Tips)
silhouette-photography
What is Silhouette Photography? (+ Ideas, Settings, Examples)
how to photograph jewelry
How to photograph jewelry at home
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Everything to Know about the XMP File Format in 2023
Architectural Photography
How to Photograph Architecture (Architectural Photography)
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What is Exposure Compensation (and How to Use it)
nude-photography
Guide to Nude Photography
moon-photography
How to Photograph the Moon
black-white-portrait
Guide to Black and White Portrait Photography
contrast-photography-featured
Guide to Using Contrast in Photography
computational_photography
How You Can Benefit from Computational Photography
histogram-photography-featured
Understanding the Histogram in Photography
Camera Sensor Size
Guide to the Types of Camera Sensor
kirilian photography
Guide to Kirlian Photography
How to Fix & Avoid Color Banding
fashion-photography-featured
Guide to Fashion Photography
vibrance-vs-saturation-featured
Vibrance vs Saturation (Main Differences to Know)
real estate photography
Guide to Real Estate Photography in 2023 (18 PRO Tips!)
black-white-photography
Black and White Photography Tips, Styles and Examples
composition-photography
22 Essential Photography Composition Techniques for Better Photos
4-3-16-9-ASPECT-RATIO
4:3 vs 16:9 – Which Aspect Ratio is Best for Videos & Photos?
lens-distortion
Understanding (& Fixing) Lens Distortion
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How to Take Cool Profile Pictures for Your Social Media Accounts
product photography
Product Photography: Home & Studio Ideas, Technique & Equipment
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How to Get Cute Photos of Your Cat (15 Cat Photography Tips)
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Guide to Headshot Photography: 13 Tips for Perfect Headshots
how to calibrate a lens
Guide to Lens Calibration
adobe-portfolio
Guide to Adobe Portfolio
glass-photography
How to Photograph Glass
tips for winning photo awards
12 Useful Tips For Winning Photo Awards in 2023
butterfly-lighting
Butterfly Lighting: 13 Best Techniques, Examples & Setups
perspective-photography-featured
What is Perspective in Photography (Complete Guide with Tips & Examples)
the-photographers-ephemeris
How to use the Photographer’s Ephemeris to Plan Outdoor Photography Shoots
Types of Cameras
Guide to Different Types of Cameras
Remove-Color-Cast
What are Color Casts and How to Avoid & Fix Them
Colour Theory for Photographers
Color Theory for Photographers
photographer professional
How to become a professional photographer
fashion photography poses
21 Fashion Poses, Ideas & Tips for Photographing Models
underwater-photography-featured
Guide to Underwater Photography
Prime vs Zoom Lens: Which is Best? | Pros & Cons in 2023
chiaroscuro-lighting-featured
Chiaroscuro Lighting: 7 Best Techniques, Examples & Setups
why opt for a digital camera in 2020
Cameras vs SmartPhones
lrv-thm-file
Guide to GoPro LRV & THM Files
frame-sizes
Standard Picture Frame Sizes for Photos & Artwork
How to Increase the Resolution of an Image
How to Increase the Resolution of an Image (3 Simple Ways)
metering in photography
Guide to Metering Modes in Photography
share-photos
11 Best Ways to Share Photos in 2023 (+ Safety Tips)
shadow-photography
15 Tips for Creative Shadow Photography in 2023
exposure-triangle
Understanding the Exposure Triangle

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