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Mentor Series: Jill Mazur’s Prepared Mind
How to Take Better Breakfast Pictures for Instagram
Behind the Scenes: The Photography of Modernist Cuisine
How To: The Photography Behind the Modernist Cuisine
Watermarking Your Photography: A Crash Course
Software Workshop: Photoshop CC’s Filters Take the Blur out of Shaky Shots
I, Photographer: Zoo Keeper
Mentor Series: Joel Soto Shoots Natural Elements
My Project: The Storytellers
How-To: Create Dreamy Portrait Photos With a Tilt-Shift Lens
Mentor Series: Montana
Your Late Night Photo Editing Sessions Might Be Ruining Your Sleep
Learn About Tintype Photography With Adam Savage and Photography Michael Shindler
This “Layer-Lapse” Video Uses Creative Editing For Unique Time-Lapse Photography
You Can Do It: Shoot a Portrait Through Water Droplets
Portrait Photography Tip: Peter Hurley Says “Hold Your Sub!” to Look Slimmer in Photos
Tips From a Pro: George Lange on Effortless Portrait Photography
How To: Earn Extra Cash With Your Camera
Pinhole Photography Tips and Tricks
Photogrpapher Karl Taylor Explains How to Shoot Dancing Photos With Flash and Motion Blur
Software Workshop: Create Fantasy Photo Composites With Corel ParticleShop
Software Workshop: Simulate Film with Alien Skin Exposure 5
Photographer Saves Shotputter From Foul — and Wins Him the Gold
I, Photographer: Claire Sheprow Goes Beyond Lifestyle Photography
How-To: Abstract Bubble Photography
John Delaney’s Portraits of Ethiopian Girls Who Code
Software Workshop: Smartphone Processing with Snapseed
Mounting a GoPro to a Liquor Bottle Is a Brilliant Wedding Idea
Mentor Series: Heather Collins’ Leading Lines
How-To: Renting Gear Like A Pro
FYI: What Shutter Speed Do You Need To Photograph The 800 MPH Hyperloop?
Interview: Photographer Frank W. Ockenfels III On Shooting Breaking Bad
Tips From a Pro: Shoot Better Food Photography
How Do Photographers Get Over Their Biggest Fears?
Use a hard light for a dramatic portrait
Using Car Headlights For Portrait Photography Lighting
Feature Film “The Revenant” Was Shot Using Almost Entirely Natural Light
Tips from a pro: Racing Photographer Jamey Price
Video: Watch The Sartorialist, Scott Schuman, Take High-Fashion Street Portrait Photos
7 Tips For Getting The Most Out Of Your First Serious Camera
Video: Cliff Mautner on Shooting in Harsh Light
Mentor Series: India
For New Photography, Look to Lima
Mentor Series: Manny Larioza’s Picturesque Sedona
Introduction to slow shutter speed photography
Budget Lighting: Fake a Beauty Dish Portrait With a Reflective Umbrella
How To: Light Portraits for Easier Retouching
Software workshop: How to scan film for great digital photos
A New Doc Hits The Pavement With the Legends Of NYC Street Photography
My Project: Striking Before and After Diptychs of the Sea
Video: This Is How You Shoot Three Different Portraits in One Second Using Lighting
Mentor Series: Best of 2015
How To: Stroboscopic Lighting For Portrait Photography
Inez and Vinoodh’s Elegant Black and White Portraits from the Golden Globes
Wendy Snyder MacNeil and the Potential of Portraiture
Alexander Semenov’s Amazing Jellyfish Photos
How-To: Photograph Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Against a White Background
See New York City’s Streets Through the Ages
Tips From a Pro: Surf Photography With Pat Stacy
Video: Frans Lanting on Capturing the Humanity of Animals
10 photo projects to try when you’re stuck inside
Recognizing good light for nature photography
