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Stunning Night Landscapes: Capture the Milky Way, Moonlight & Stars with Erik Kuna

Shooting at night can feel intimidating—especially when you’re trying to capture something as complex as the Milky Way. But once you understand the process, it becomes surprisingly approachable. In Erik’s latest class, you’ll learn a…

How to Make Stunning Aerial Landscape Photos with Ian Plant

Drones have opened up an entirely new world for landscape photographers. Views that once required helicopters or small aircraft are now accessible with the push of a button—and with the right techniques, those perspectives can…

The Art of Shaping Light & Color with Gilmar Smith

Strong images don’t just happen—they’re shaped through intentional lighting, thoughtful color choices, and a willingness to experiment. In her latest class, Gilmar Smith takes you behind the scenes of a series of creative studio shoots…

My Top 10 Favorite Photoshop Tips

If there’s one thing I love about Photoshop, it’s this: no matter how long you’ve been using it, there’s always something hiding in there that makes you say, “How did I not know that?!” In…

What’s New in the February 2026 Lightroom Updates?

Terry White shared a quick look at the latest Lightroom updates, and there’s a lot to like. The enhanced Assisted Culling feature (early access in Lightroom Classic and Desktop) now helps you quickly spot sharp…

Must-Have iPhone Photography Apps with Susan Sammon

Your iPhone is a powerful creative tool—but the right apps can take your photos even further. In this week’s new class, Susan Sammon shares her favorite iPhone photography apps for transforming everyday images into polished,…

Pro-Level Post for iPhone Shots with Ramtin Kazemi

Advanced Editing in Lightroom & Photoshop This tutorial comes straight from photographer Ramtin Kazemi’s class “Capturing Landscapes: Post-Processing with Style” from last year’s iPhone Photography Conference. In this excerpt, he digs into just how far…

Mastering Focal Lengths for Outdoor Photography with Erin Babnik

Choosing the right focal length can completely transform an outdoor photograph. It affects how viewers experience scale, depth, and emotion—and ultimately how intentional your image feels. In her latest class, Erin Babnik breaks down how…