As a portrait photographer, I spend hours crafting creative, emotive images that tell a story — but when it comes to sharing them on social media, it’s not always easy to stop people from scrolling past. We live in a world where attention spans are short and Reels dominate the…
Weekly Meal Plan #53 | The Recipe Critic
This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my disclosure policy. This weekly meal plan has a little something for everyone, including a cozy, flavor-packed favorite: my Slow Cooker Angel Chicken! Even picky eaters will be asking for seconds. You can…
Wellcome Reveals the 2025 Photography Prize Winners
From the raw testimony of domestic abuse survivors to the quiet resilience of climate migrants and the hidden havoc of cholesterol, this year’s Wellcome Photography Prize winners offer a striking visual meditation on how science and health shape the human experience. Announced at a ceremony held at London’s Francis Crick…
Combining natural and artificial light for still life photography
Still life photography is all about creating captivating scenes with inanimate objects. While natural light often provides a soft, ethereal quality, artificial light offers precise control and versatility. By combining both, you can achieve stunning results that elevate your still-life imagery. Oh, and it’s not just still life, consider using…
Five all-around cameras to get secondhand in 2025
Buying a secondhand camera is a smart move if you’re looking to get great performance for a more affordable price. At the rate that new cameras are coming up, you’re not really missing a lot by getting a camera that is a few years-old. The best secondhand cameras balance image…
Instant Pot Spaghetti Recipe – Pinch of Yum
My Kindergartener Can Make This Recipe – And I Actually, Genuinely Love It It’s a parenting first! I love the idea of matching your kid’s age to a number of goal recipes – for example, when you’re 5 years old – you learn how to make 5 recipes. (I got…
Unleashing the beauty of landscapes: Capturing nature’s majesty
Landscape photography is a captivating art form that allows us to capture the breathtaking beauty of the world around us. From towering mountains to serene seascapes, the possibilities for exploring and capturing the essence of natural landscapes are endless. Here are five tips that will help you unleash the true…
How to take charge of color in your photography
If you do a lot of color photography, it follows that you need to have skillful control of colors. You must be able to use it to best present the story or message of your photos. Using presets and LUTs created by other photographers is a quick way to get…
Best lenses for landscape photography with digital medium format cameras
Planning to capture some scenic landscapes and sweeping vistas with your medium format camera this summer? Make sure you’re also ready with the right lens (or lenses) to get the best results in glorious detail. For landscape photography using medium format cameras, you’ll want lenses that offer exceptional sharpness, edge-to-edge sharpness for large…
Thypoch M Mount Positive-Lock Adapter Series: The final piece in building the M mount ecosystem
Thypoch recently announced the M Mount Positive-Lock Adapter Series, available in M-E, M-L, M-Z, M-RF, and M-Arri. Engineered for professional photographers and videographers, the Adapter Series ensures unparalleled lens connection stability and reliability. With its precision design and exceptional compatibility, this series offers a robust foundation for cross-system creative work,…