Two weeks ago, I suggested you stop asking if your photographs are good and that you not concern yourself with whether they are or are not art. I advocated a more playful approach guided by what you love and what brings you joy. I argued that the growth in your craft could be…

I was about to photograph a beautiful family of cheetah in gorgeous morning light when my camera returned an error message and wouldn’t—no matter what I did—focus. It wouldn’t even fire. By the time I got my lens swapped onto another body, the action was all over, and I was down…

It’s fall and that makes for many and varied targets for your photography. When you are out and about it’s a good idea to keep a sharp eye out. Sometimes the simplest thing can lead to a lovely image. Or, at least I think so! The Leaf Looking for piles…

At every MAX event, Adobe has a sneak peek session. It is the standing-room-only show that everyone loves. Here is what might be coming to a future version of Photoshop… Project Surface Swap Project Surface Swap utilizes AI-powered texture recognition to seamlessly select and swap materials. It preserves lighting and…

This gimbal is full-featured thanks to the included AI tracking module that doubles as a fill light. The motors stand up to even the heaviest iPhone 17 Pro Max, providing smooth movements. It is lightweight and folds into a compact, easy-to-carry unit that slips into the provided storage pouch. It’s…

Peak Design has unveiled the Pro Tripod, a completely reengineered system created with input from adventure photographer and filmmaker Jimmy Chin. The goal was simple: build a tripod that can keep up with demanding shooters while staying easy to carry anywhere. The result is a tough, highly capable tripod available…

Lighting can be one of the most confusing parts of photography, but once you learn to see the light, everything changes. In this video, I’ll show you how to understand and recognise what your light is doing so you can take control instead of relying on luck. We’ll explore how…

Looking for some powerful lighting for photography and video in the studio? Then look no further than the new Neewer CB300C COB Light. Constant lighting has really jumped forwards in leaps and bounds of late, to the point I rarely use my strobes anymore. The new offering from Neewer is…

Lighting is the backbone of portrait photography. While you can create beautiful images with just one strobe, adding a second light opens up a world of creative control and polish. With my Neewer Q6 strobes paired with the QZ trigger, I can create flexible and repeatable lighting setups for everything…

Looking for a powerful, portable way to create on the go? The Huion Kamvas Slate 11 might just be your new best friend. This sleek, standalone Android 14 tablet is designed for artists who want the freedom to sketch, paint, edit, read, and even take notes without being tied to…