Here’s why on-camera flash makes your photos look flat (and the simple solution) If you’ve ever looked at a portrait taken with your camera’s built-in flash or a speedlight mounted directly on the hot shoe…
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It’s time to rethink what “going pro” really looks like. Hauling a giant camera bag stuffed with bodies and lenses isn’t the only path to professional results anymore. Today’s iPhone cameras are so powerful that…
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The best products of the year (2025-2026) (AKA Colin’s Gear Guide) 2025 is almost gone, but what isn’t, is all the exciting tech and gear we need to make our creative stuff. I wanted to…
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If you’ve spent any time in the photography world over the past few years, you’ve probably heard the name Platypod tossed around in conversations about travel gear, tripod alternatives, or clever tools for tight spaces. …
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By Larry Tiefenbrunn, MD CEO and inventor, Platypod Pro LLC Don’t get me wrong. I absolutely love tripods. I personally own about a half a dozen of them of all different brands. I use them for…
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Yes, my friends, it’s that time again (well, actually, it’s a little bit late this year, but let’s not dwell on that), because here it is — it’s my “18th Annual Gonzo Holiday Photo Gear Guide.” No…
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We just released the December issue of Photoshop User magazine, which includes my “17th Annual Gonzo Holiday Photo Gear Guide”, and I have the entire issue of the magazine here for you to download completely…
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By Steve Hanratty Sponsored Post For photographers everywhere, it’s important they find their unique style. That’s why light shaping tools can help them be more creative—and distinctive. Photo: Jen Helinga “Clean, bold, and graphic, presenting…
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