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When Does a Photograph Stop Being a Photograph?
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The Huion Kamvas 16 Gen 3 Pen Display Takes Us Steps Closer to the Perfect Editing/Illustration Tool
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Uncovering California’s Quiet Beauty with Lukas Felzmann’s Across Ground
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14 hours ago by Nathan McCreery
[When Does a Photograph Stop Being a Photograph?](/composite/when-does-photograph-stop-being-photograph-694022)
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Capturing reality was never photography's sole purpose—it always flirted with imagination. But in an age dominated by digital tools and AI, how far can we push photographic art before it stops being photography?
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15 hours ago by Andy Day
[This Fatal Flaw Killed Leica’s Most Important Camera](/gear/fatal-flaw-killed-leicas-most-important-camera-694623)
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In September 2009, Leica launched the M9. Despite the aesthetics and precision that fans love about the German manufacturer, the design contained a fatal flaw that has since slowly killed many of these cameras, rendering them useless and potentially beyond repair.
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February 27, 2025
[My Field Review of the KEKS KF01 Flash](/reviews/my-field-review-keks-kf01-flash-693748)
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[Briese Focus 77: My Favorite Light](/reviews/briese-focus-77-my-favorite-light-680747)
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[Freefly Ember S2.5K Slow-Motion Camera Review](/gear/freefly-ember-s25k-slow-motion-camera-review-693597)
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February 20, 2025
[Why the Arctic White Insta360 Link 2C AI-Powered 4K Webcam May Be a Great Option For You](/reviews/why-arctic-white-insta360-link-2c-ai-powered-4k-webcam-may-be-great-option-693321)
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[A Look at the Next Generation Manfrotto Befree Tripods: The Befree Advanced AS and Befree GT Pro Review](/reviews/look-next-generation-manfrotto-befree-tripods-befree-advanced-and-befree-gt-pro-691099)
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February 18, 2025
[What’s Missing From Your Trip? A Bag That Does More Than Hold Your Camera](/reviews/whats-missing-your-trip-bag-does-more-hold-your-camera-692588)
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Enter Your Best Photos!
Welcome to the March 2025 Critique the Community Contest! For this month's contest we want to see your best images taken with an older camera you've owned.
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Mar 31, 2035, 3:15 AM
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19 hours ago by Mel Martin
[Color Theory Pro v2 Will Enhance Your Earth and Sky Photos](/post-production/color-theory-pro-v2-will-enhance-your-earth-and-sky-photos-694732)
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took a look at the first version of Color Theory Pro last year and found it interesting and useful. Now, version 2 is out, and I find it more interesting and more useful.
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21 hours ago by Christopher Malcolm
[Nikon, RED, and Vimeo Team Up To Offer Short Film Grants For Emerging Filmmakers](/news/nikon-red-and-vimeo-team-offer-short-film-grants-emerging-filmmakers-694820)
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Looking for help funding your latest short film? Nikon, RED, and Vimeo have come together to offer a new opportunity for emerging filmmakers.
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February 25, 2025
[The Power of Composition](/fine-art/power-composition-691471)
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February 24, 2025
[Choosing Your First Film Camera? Just Buy This One](/film/choosing-your-first-film-camera-just-buy-one-690553)
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February 23, 2025
[Confused by Autofocus? Here’s How to Make It Work for You](/education/confused-autofocus-heres-how-make-it-work-692384)
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February 23, 2025
[Why I Decided to Give My New E-Book Away for Free (and How You Can Get Your Copy!)](/landscapes/why-i-decided-give-my-new-e-book-away-free-and-how-can-get-your-copy-693027)
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February 21, 2025
[What I Learned From Intentional Camera Movement Photography](/education/what-i-learned-intentional-camera-movement-photography-692429)
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February 20, 2025
[The Secret to Successful Photography Projects: An 11-Step Guide](/documentary/secret-successful-photography-projects-11-step-guide-691278)
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22 hours ago by Alex Cooke
[Poachers Posed as Wildlife Photographers to Illegally Hunt Deer](/animal/poachers-posed-wildlife-photographers-illegally-hunt-deer-694881)
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Two men in upstate New York have pleaded guilty to a wildlife poaching scheme that involved posing as a female wildlife photographer on social media. The duo used the fake profile to befriend real photographers, gaining inside information on the locations of large deer in no-hunting zones.
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23 hours ago by Alex Cooke
[Meta Sues Photographer Over Alleged Instagram Username Scheme](/news/meta-sues-photographer-over-alleged-instagram-username-scheme-694877)
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Meta has filed a lawsuit against photographer Daniel Folger, alleging he engaged in an illicit Instagram username resale scheme and account reinstatement service. The lawsuit, filed in a California federal court, claims Folger facilitated high-priced transactions for coveted Instagram handles and worked with a Meta insider to restore banned accounts for a fee.
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a day ago by Nicco Valenzuela
[The Huion Kamvas 16 Gen 3 Pen Display Takes Us Steps Closer to the Perfect Editing/Illustration Tool](/reviews/huion-kamvas-16-gen-3-pen-display-takes-us-steps-closer-perfect-693995)
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This pen display doesn’t seem too different from the older generation, but its subtle new advancements might actually be worth a close look. Depending on your use case, this might be much closer to the perfect editing tool for you.
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a day ago by Michael Rudzikewycz
[A Connection to the Past: The Most Important Role of a Camera](/historical/connection-past-most-important-role-camera-694178)
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As photographers, we can often get lost in the art of composition, lighting, and creative expression. We love the challenge of capturing a scene that tells a story, evokes an emotional response, or simply looks stunning. But beyond a camera's function as a creative tool, its most important role is its ability to preserve memories and offer a connection to the past.
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a day ago by Alex Cooke
[Master Your Histogram: Better Images With ETTR](/gear/master-your-histogram-better-images-ettr-694791)
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Getting the right exposure isn't always straightforward, especially when your scene has extreme contrasts. Knowing how to manage these situations can significantly boost your image quality by minimizing unwanted noise.
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2 days ago by Kim Simpson
[Uncovering California’s Quiet Beauty with Lukas Felzmann’s Across Ground](/documentary/uncovering-californias-quiet-beauty-lukas-felzmanns-across-ground-694328)
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Set aside the rush of daily life to unwind with a photobook that invites you into California’s diverse landscapes. Lukas Felzmann’s _Across Ground_ beckons photographers and art lovers to sit down, silence distractions, and immerse themselves in its poetic exploration of nature and culture. This article offers reasons why you might want to make a peaceful retreat into the pages of this photobook.
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2 days ago by Alex Cooke
[Creating Originality Through Chaos in Photography](/interview/creating-originality-through-chaos-photography-694790)
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Finding originality in your photography isn't just about standing out—it's how you genuinely connect to what you're shooting. It shapes your vision and the authenticity of your work.
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2 days ago by Alex Cooke
[How to Create a Dramatic Metallic Effect in Lightroom](/lightroom/how-create-dramatic-metallic-effect-lightroom-694789)
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Giving your photos a striking and moody style isn't complicated if you use Lightroom effectively. In this tutorial, Möhrle shows you exactly how to achieve a dark silver look—a cool, dramatic effect that emphasizes your subject while adding depth to the image.
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2 days ago by Alex Cooke
[Apple Announces New MacBook Air With M4 Chip, Sky Blue Color, and $999 Starting Price](/gear/apple-announces-new-macbook-air-m4-chip-sky-blue-color-and-999-starting-price-694787)
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Apple has announced an updated MacBook Air featuring the new M4 chip, offering improved performance, battery life, and features, along with a new color option—sky blue. Available alongside the existing colors midnight, starlight, and silver, the MacBook Air now starts at $999 and will be available for purchase beginning March 12, 2025.
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2 days ago by Alex Cooke
[Apple Launches Mac Studio Featuring M4 Max and M3 Ultra, Adds Thunderbolt 5 and Up to 512 GB Unified Memory](/gear/apple-launches-mac-studio-featuring-m4-max-and-m3-ultra-adds-thunderbolt-5-and-694786)
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Apple has announced an updated Mac Studio, featuring the new M4 Max and M3 Ultra chips, promising substantial performance upgrades and expanded connectivity, including Thunderbolt 5. The Mac Studio aims at creative professionals requiring intensive computing capabilities such as video editors, developers, engineers, and photographers.
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2 days ago by Alex Cooke
[Apple Unveils Powerful M3 Ultra Chip: Massive Performance Boosts for Mac Studio](/gear/apple-unveils-powerful-m3-ultra-chip-massive-performance-boosts-mac-studio-694783)
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Apple has announced its latest and most powerful processor, the M3 Ultra, promising significant performance enhancements over previous generations. The chip will power the new Mac Studio and is positioned as Apple's top-tier silicon offering.
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2 days ago by Nicco Valenzuela
[Peak Design on a Roll: The Peak Design Roller Pro Has Landed - An In-Depth Review](/reviews/peak-design-roll-peak-design-roller-pro-landed-depth-review-694452)
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Peak Design has been known for uniquely and cleverly designed multi-functional bags for both camera carry and general travel. It just makes sense for their travel lineup to be topped off by a carry-on-sized rolling bag, and here it is—four years in the making.
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March 5, 2025 by Nathan McCreery
[If in Doubt, Crop It Out](/film/if-doubt-crop-it-out-691472)
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They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but sometimes, a few of those words need to be cut. Cropping isn’t just about trimming an image—it’s about sharpening the story you want to tell.
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3 days ago by Alex Cooke
[Essential Tips for Starting Photography](/education/essential-tips-starting-photography-694587)
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Choosing photography gear can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. Focusing on the basics first sets you up for long-term success more effectively than obsessing over equipment.
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3 days ago by Alex Cooke
[Simple Umbrella Lighting Setups for Professional Headshots](/lighting/simple-umbrella-lighting-setups-professional-headshots-694586)
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Creating professional headshots doesn't mean you need expensive or complex lighting setups. Umbrellas, though often overlooked, can deliver beautifully flattering light with simplicity and versatility.
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3 days ago by Michael Breitung
[You Must Have This Skill as a Landscape Photographer](/astrophotography/must-have-skill-landscape-photographer-694359)
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In this article, I will show you one of the most critical skills a landscape photographer must have. It helped me take the title photo and many of the best images in my portfolio.
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3 days ago by Alex Cooke
[Transform Your Photos With Moody Blue Tones](/lightroom/transform-your-photos-moody-blue-tones-694584)
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Turning a simple photo into something visually striking often involves a careful balance of color and contrast. Mastering these subtle yet impactful adjustments can help you create images that stand out.
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March 5, 2025 by Alex Cooke
[Why the World Never Got Smell-O-Vision](/historical/why-world-never-got-smell-o-vision-694582)
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The idea of incorporating scent into entertainment isn't new, but it remains one of technology’s strangest endeavors. For creators and enthusiasts alike, adding smell to media has long been seen as a compelling, if peculiar, ambition.
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March 4, 2025 by Illya Ovchar
[5 Cameras That Get a Medium Format User Excited](/originals/5-cameras-get-medium-format-user-excited-693836)
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Medium format is the pinnacle of image quality. You can’t beat the physics of medium format. The price is also hard to beat, but in a bad way. Medium format is notoriously expensive. In this article, we will look at a few cameras that get me, as a medium format user, excited.
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March 4, 2025 by Neil Arthurs
[What Nature Taught Me About Photography—and Life](/landscapes/what-nature-taught-me-about-photography-and-life-693620)
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If there is one thing I have learned over the many years of photographing nature, it’s that she waits for no one. One of the biggest lessons in nature photography is being out in nature at the right place and the right time.
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March 4, 2025 by Alex Cooke
[Apple Announces New iPad Air with Powerful M3 Chip and Redesigned Magic Keyboard](/gear/apple-announces-new-ipad-air-powerful-m3-chip-and-redesigned-magic-keyboard-694579)
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Apple has announced the latest generation of the iPad Air, featuring the powerful M3 chip and an updated Magic Keyboard. The upgraded tablet offers significant performance enhancements, including improved graphics capabilities, faster AI processing, and increased versatility for productivity and creative tasks.
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March 4, 2025 by Alex Cooke
[Three Pillars of Great Photography You're Probably Missing](/education/three-pillars-great-photography-youre-probably-missing-694487)
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Most photographers start by focusing on technical skills and aesthetics, but there's another critical factor that often goes unnoticed. Recognizing this overlooked element can significantly change the quality and meaning of your photos.
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March 4, 2025 by Alex Cooke
[Turning Ordinary Conditions into Stunning Landscape Photos](/landscapes/turning-ordinary-conditions-stunning-landscape-photos-694486)
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The way you handle natural light shapes your landscape photography, determining whether an image feels captivating or merely ordinary. Knowing when and how to harness specific types of light is key to transforming your shots from standard captures into something more meaningful.
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Congratulations to the Winners!
This month we critiqued the most difficult photos the Fstoppers community has ever taken. These shots are amazing.
[View Results](/critique-community/was-difficult/results) [**4**](/critique-community/was-difficult/results#comment-thread) [**254**](/critique-community/was-difficult/results#submissions)
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March 4, 2025 by Kim Simpson
[Fashion Forward: Wedding Photography Trends in 2025](/portraits/fashion-forward-wedding-photography-trends-2025-692386)
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As the wedding industry continues to evolve, so too does the art of wedding photography. From paparazzi style to classic portraits and true colors, top photographers share their key insights on trends shaping wedding photography in the upcoming year.
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March 4, 2025 by Alex Cooke
[Mastering the 50mm Lens: Why Your Shots Feel Off](/gear/mastering-50mm-lens-why-your-shots-feel-694485)
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Have you ever come back from a shoot using your 50mm lens, only to find the images feeling slightly off, but you can't pinpoint exactly why? Understanding how to use this popular lens correctly can drastically improve your photography results.
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March 4, 2025 by Alex Cooke
[Why Photography Is Struggling Right Now](/education/why-photography-struggling-right-now-694484)
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Fewer people are engaging with photo content, and many who once pursued it seriously are struggling to maintain the same level of enthusiasm. Economic factors, shifting social media trends, and technological changes all play a role in why photography is in a slump.
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March 4, 2025 by Simon Burn
[An iPhone Accessory To Improve Your Photography Experience: PolarPro LiteChaser Pro 16 Slim](/gear/iphone-accessory-improve-your-photography-experience-polarpro-litechaser-pro-16-694239)
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Since Apple's iPhone 16 was launched with the ability to shoot 4K 120 fps video with Dolby Vision, improved stabilization, and a new 48 MP ultra wide camera, iPhones have become more popular among content creators. At the very least, an iPhone is a great vlogging camera. So, of course, with all the great tech comes a hefty price tag. Well, that beautiful titanium phone needs protection.
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March 4, 2025 by Alex Cooke
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The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 75mm f/1.8 Lens is one of those rare lenses that can make a real difference in how portraits look. Its focal length and optical quality bring natural proportions, smooth backgrounds, and sharp details, making it a favorite for portrait photographers using Micro Four Thirds cameras.
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After nearly 20 years of traveling and photographing the outdoors—both as an enthusiast and a professional—I’ve noticed a frustrating trend: people leaving behind their crap (both literal and figurative) and showing little regard for the environment.
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Noise in images is often seen as something photographers should avoid, but intentionally embracing it can lead to more compelling and expressive photographs. Understanding when and why to let noise into your work can shift how you create.
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March 3, 2025 by Alex Cooke
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Knowing how to quickly and effectively adjust your photos in Lightroom can significantly improve your final results. Getting the basic sliders right means your images look natural, realistic, and closer to what you saw when taking the shot.
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How has the Sonya9 III fared during an entire wedding season? I share my thoughts after extended use.
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March 3, 2025 by Alex Cooke
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Getting natural-looking results when expanding your images can be frustrating, especially when relying solely on new AI tools. Knowing alternative methods can often yield far better outcomes.
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March 3, 2025 by Alex Cooke
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Having a photography studio at home doesn't mean investing in tons of gear or a big space. It's about making the most of what you have and learning to create professional-quality photos with limited resources.
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Selling prints seems straightforward, but it's tougher than you expect. It's more than snapping good photos and hanging them in an online shop; it's a careful blend of understanding your customer and knowing what makes a print sell.
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March 3, 2025 by Kim Simpson
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Paris has long been a city associated with romance, art, and everyday wonder. Few have captured its essence as beautifully as Robert Doisneau—the "poet with a camera." His images of bustling streets, playful children, and fleeting moments of love continue to define the soul of post-war France. In a world increasingly obsessed with high-stakes visual storytelling, Doisneau’s work reminds us that beauty is often found in the ordinary.
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We all have that box—tucked away in a closet or buried in the basement—full of camera accessories we once thought were game-changers but turned out to be dead weight. In this article, we’ll cut through the clutter and highlight the five accessories every photographer uses (and a few you can leave in that box where they belong).
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I had an incredibly important photoshoot recently, and I made a rookie mistake that could have spelled disaster.
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March 2, 2025 by Alex Cooke
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Montana lawmakers are examining a proposal that would criminalize the creation and distribution of sexually explicit deepfakes generated by artificial intelligence. The measure targets content that portrays individuals in explicit scenarios without their consent, aiming to curb a practice that many believe has serious personal and societal repercussions.
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March 2, 2025 by Alex Cooke
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A beauty dish offers ways to elevate portrait photography through dramatic and defined illumination. Mastering this modifier unlocks fresh creative options, particularly if you've typically relied on softer lighting.
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March 2, 2025 by Darren J. Spoonley
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As a landscape photographer, I've often found that some of my most valuable lessons come from moments of failure. Over the years, I’ve encountered countless setbacks—blurry images, blown highlights, and misjudged lighting conditions. While these moments can be frustrating, they’ve ultimately shaped my skills and perspective.
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March 2, 2025 by Alex Cooke
[Understanding Photography Through Music](/education/understanding-photography-through-music-694344)
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Music and photography share deeper connections than you might first imagine. Understanding these subtle ties can shift the way you approach composition, framing, and storytelling through your photographs.
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March 2, 2025 by Alex Cooke
[How to Master Manual Mode Without Overthinking It](/gear/how-master-manual-mode-without-overthinking-it-694343)
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You’re probably making manual mode harder than it needs to be. Many people struggle with exposure settings, unsure of how to balance aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. The key isn’t memorizing numbers—it’s understanding how these choices interact in real-time.
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March 2, 2025 by Alex Cooke
[The Best Camera Settings Are a Myth: What Actually Matters in Photography](/education/best-camera-settings-are-myth-what-actually-matters-photography-694342)
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Camera settings can be a distraction. Many people fixate on the perfect aperture, shutter speed, or ISO, thinking they hold the key to great images. They don’t. What truly matters is understanding your subject and how you want to capture it. No universal setting will guarantee a compelling photo.
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March 2, 2025 by Alex Cooke
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West Virginia lawmakers have advanced a bill that would require clear disclaimers on images altered by artificial intelligence when used in connection with elections. The new measure comes amid growing concern about how manipulated images can influence public opinion during critical electoral periods. Lawmakers stress that the goal is to safeguard the integrity of election-related content by ensuring that any AI modifications are clearly noted.
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