Many of us could use this reminder to not get caught up in the pursuit of perfection in photography. Of course, this is easier said than done in the world of social media engagement, influencers, and online presence. However, Alex Kilbee of The Photographic Eye gives us a handful of…
Safety Wing Review (Updated 2025)
Budget travelers love saving money — myself included. But one of the expenses that we shouldn’t be cheap with is travel insurance. After over 17 years of traveling the world, I still never leave home without it. Why? Because I’ve seen firsthand how useful it can be — and how…
Find the Contrast, Find the Interest
It takes a while to learn to use your camera like a photographer for whom the camera feels natural in the hands, to move your fingers across the buttons almost unthinkingly, with intent and purpose. It takes even longer to think like a photographer for whom thoughts about composition and the…
Creamy Green Goddess Pasta Salad Recipe
This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my disclosure policy. You have to make this Green Goddess Pasta Salad, like, yesterday! It’s creamy, herby, and loaded with fresh veggies. My recipe is made for busy moms who need something quick,…
How to use layers to create complex street photography
At some point in your street photography practice, you’ll want to start experimenting with different techniques to level up your images. Layering is one such technique which is effective in adding complexity to street photography. In case you’re wondering how you can use it for your work, today’s tips will…
Power to spare: Neewer PS0995 V-Mount Battery
The Neewer PS0995 V-mount battery has extra features that are not standard on regular V-mount batteries with the same output. Output ports for 8 and 12 VDC, along with a USB-A and two USB-C sockets, make this battery an absolute must-have in every photographer/videographer’s kit. The 14.5 volt, 6,800 mAh…
14 Off-the-Beaten-Path Things to See in Paris (Updated 2025)
Paris is filled with famous attractions: the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Versailles, the catacombs, the Pantheon, the Arc de Triomphe, Sacre-Coeur. The list goes on. There are so many amazing sites here that you could spend days (heck, even weeks) just seeing the main, most well-known ones. But there’s more…
Weekly Meal Plan #46 | The Recipe Critic
This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my disclosure policy. I wanted to make this week as delicious and stress-free as possible. This meal plan is packed with easy, comforting recipes that come together quickly but taste like you spent…
How to find your photography style
Once you’ve started going deeper into photography, you might find yourself asking questions about the work you’re making. How do you make them stand out? How do you make them inspire you? How do you make them truly yours? The quick answer lies in finding your own photography style. Don’t…
PolarPro “Everyday” Filter: Pretty, but is it practical?
As a photographer who spends a lot of time working with natural light — whether I’m shooting outdoor portraits, still life in windows, or content on the move — I’m always curious about new tools that claim to help tame harsh sunlight or cut through reflections. So when PolarPro reached…