Don’t Buy a Flash Without Checking These 5 Essentials

Plus: Multiply Blend Mode: A Comprehensive Guide & More

"A camera is a save button for the mind’s eye." — Roger Kingston

Howdy friends,

Life is like a camera. Just focus on what’s important, capture the good times, develop from the negatives, and if things don’t work out, take another shot.

We have finally arrived at that exciting time of the year. Organized by the Natural History Museum, Wildlife Photographer of the Year, one of the best platforms that showcase the world’s best nature photography and wildlife photojournalism, has finally unveiled its ‘Highly Commended’ photographs. TAKE A LOOK →

Lighting often makes or breaks a photograph, but thanks to the power and portability of the Speedlight, it’s easier than ever to capture well-lit shots indoors, in heavy shade, or even at night. TAKE A LOOK →

Light is a necessary component of creating a picture, but the clever use of shadows is the storytelling element that makes a still image appealing. Click to play around with shadows and see what you can create. TAKE A LOOK →

Multiply is one of Photoshop’s most popular blend modes. If you’ve followed the steps in a Photoshop editing tutorial, you’ve probably used it. The author offers a comprehensive overview of Photoshop’s Multiply Blend mode in this article. TAKE A LOOK →​​

A single piece of camera gear can produce dramatically different results in different hands. Add in a solid understanding of lighting, posing, and composition, and photographers can use their gear to its fullest potential and create incredible images. The unique qualities of some camera gear shine in skilled hands. One such piece of gear is the 135mm lens. TAKE A LOOK →

"For me, the camera is a sketchbook, an instrument of intuition and spontaneity." — Henri Cartier-Bresson

Tomorrow: Horse photography tips for impactful and creative photos!

– Jeff