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BEST MINI TRIPODS FOR PHOTOGRAPHY

Croyde Bay, North Devon Travel and Photography Guide 

Croyde Bay is arguably one of North Devon’s prettiest places to visit. If you’re researching your next holiday in the…

Carve Magazine Surf Photography Competition Winner 2022

I am incredibly stoked to be announced as the winner for the 2022 Carve Magazine Surf Photography Competition. This Carve…

New Brighton Pier Photography Guide

The New Brighton Pier is a well-known structure in Christchurch. Since it was built and opened to the public over…

Motion Blur Photography Guide

Motion blur photography is a composition technique that uses lengthy exposures to create the illusion of movement or activity in…

Best Places to Visit in Pembrokeshire for Photography

Are you looking for the best places to visit in Pembrokeshire, South Wales? Or perhaps searching for some new South…

Light and Shadow Photography: An Essential Guide

Light and shadow are two crucial components you need to consider when you are learning photography. Every photographer knows that…

Best Places to Visit in Cornwall for Photography

Are you looking for the best places to visit in Cornwall?  This guide attempts to show you the most beautiful…

Photography Framing Techniques – An Essential Guide

In photography, the word framing can be used to describe different things. Generally, it refers to how we compose the…

Lens Distortion: An Essential Photography Guide

All photographers will encounter some kind of lens distortion during the course of their photography careers. However, did you know…

Types of Camera Lens Filters Explained: An Essential Guide

Are you considering investing in your first set of camera lens filters?  Perhaps you are intrigued how to use camera…

UV Protection Lens Filter: Is It an Essential Purchase?

Are you questioning if buying a UV protection lens filter for your camera lens is necessary? This guide explains why…

Leading Lines in Photography: The Ultimate Guide

Ready to learn everything you need to know about leading line photography? The composition of your photos can either make…

Best Places to Visit in North Devon for Photography

Are you looking for the best places to visit in North Devon?  Whether you’re planning your next holiday, or perhaps…

Newborn Photography: Get Perfect Family Photos

Searching for the best lifestyle newborn photography tips? Look no further! Whether you are an experienced newborn photographer or just…

Rule of Thirds Explained With Examples

Before we dive into the details of the rule of thirds, let’s talk about why it’s crucial to properly compose…

Photography Quotes and Phrases To Inspire You

Reading some of the best photography quotes is a great way to find some new inspiration for your passion.  Whether…

Famous Photographers You Should Know About

Do you need some photographic inspiration? Check out these famous photographers to be inspired to get out there and start…

Camera Lenses Explained: Complete Guide

If you’re new to the world of photography, this post will help you to understand the different types of camera…

How Drones Work and Drone Tips for Beginners

Do you need some tips on how drones work to get started taking impressive videos and photography with your new…

Best Canon RF Prime Lenses

Good prime lenses are an essential part of any Canon photographer’s kit and are just as important, if not more…

Best Photography Lighting Kits

Once you’ve got to grips with all aspects of your camera it’s likely you’ll want to start narrowing down your…

Best Beginner Photography Books

If you’re just starting out in photography, everything can be a little bit overwhelming. One of these best beginner photography…

Lake Tekapo Lupins Photography Guide

Every year, thousands of lupins encircle the shores of Lake Tekapo for the ultimate display of stunning flowers against a…

Best Surf Photography Locations in New Zealand

If you’re a keen photographer looking into learning surf photography or wanting to expand your surf portfolio, New Zealand might…

Best Photography Gloves

The dexterity required in photography to operate a release button for camera shutters or settings dials, let alone a touchscreen,…

Best Hard Camera Cases

Hard camera cases are fast becoming more mainstream as time progresses because they’re perfect for keeping equipment safe thanks to…

Learning Surf Photography Tips

Top learning surf photography tips to capture the best surfer photos with your camera! As an avid surfer, I’ve always…

Rhossili Sunflowers Photography Guide

Hundreds of locals from Swansea and the Gower peninsula, in addition to tourists from afar, travel to Rhossili Bay every…

Sports Photography: Best New Zealand Locations

New Zealand is well-known for its extreme sports. If you are an action photographer, this nation has a variety of…

Best Mirrorless Sports Photography Cameras

Being a sport photographer is one of the hardest jobs in the photography industry! Having one of the best mirrorless…

Skomer Island Puffins Photography Guide

Atlantic Puffins are classified as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, with numbers of the species worldwide declining. Meanwhile, Atlantic…

Best New Zealand Long Exposure Photography Locations

Long exposure photography has a unique quality that enhances the attraction of already stunning settings. The landscapes of New Zealand…

Best Backpack for Photographers

The best camera backpacks have proven to be far superior to a standard backpack for carrying videography or photography equipment.…

Best Waterfall Photography Spots in New Zealand

Some of the world’s best waterfall photography spots are in New Zealand. According to Land Information New Zealand, the nation…

Best Portable Hard Drives for Photographers

A photographers camera equipment would be incomplete without an external portable hard drive. SD cards and PC hard drives quickly…

Best New Zealand Wildlife Photography Spots

With many of the world’s rarest species, New Zealand is a wildlife haven with incredible spots for wildlife photography. The…

Best Camera Straps

Your photography skills need a good camera to achieve peak performance, but that camera also needs a high-quality strap. Besides…

Best Camera Bags for Photographers

If you’re out shooting regularly, investing in one of these best camera bags for photographers is a no-brainer to make…

Best Monopods for Photography

All photographers, from beginners to pros will almost certainly have used or invested in a tripod. But have you considered…

Best Fujifilm X Mirrorless Lenses

Fujifilm cameras are popular for their sturdy build and impressive quality, allowing you to capture scenes and subjects with intricate…

Best Fujifilm Mirrorless Cameras

Fujifilm cameras are respected amongst photographers because they are some of the best, most stylish, visually appealing, and exciting mirrorless…

Best Underwater and Waterproof Cameras

Are you a water sports enthusiast? If you like spending most of your holiday time underwater in the ocean, whether…

Best Low Light Mirrorless Cameras

Lighting plays a massive role in photography as this element can make or break any photo, irrespective of the photographer.…

Best Gifts for Photographers

Looking for the best gift for photographers? Everyone has a photographer in their life, whether a professional with a full…

Best Mirrorless Camera for Wildlife

You may be a professional and experienced wildlife photographer or are part of the large group of beginners getting into…

Best Tablet Cameras

Tablets have not always been known for their good cameras as most companies focus on including responsive screens, longer battery…

Best Canon Mirrorless Cameras

Mirrorless Cameras are fast becoming the best option for photographers that want to take their photography skills to the next…

Best Point and Shoot Cameras

Although in 2022, the market seems saturated with every type of camera you can imagine, from the best eye-wateringly priced…

Best 35MM Film Cameras

Whether you are just starting out in the world of photography, a seasoned pro looking to get into film or…

Best iPhone Photography Accessories

Photography in recent decades has experienced a revolution, with iPhones producing some of the best and most high-quality images that…

Best Retro Style Digital Camera

The best retro style digital cameras provide a unique and unparalleled photographic experience compared to other modern cameras on the…

Best Flash for Sony Cameras

If your photography style requires more exposure to lighting for better quality, getting an external flash for your Sony camera…

Best Sony Mirrorless Lenses

Mirrorless lenses are a common choice for professional photographers because of their ability to produce real-time previews of contrast and…

Best Sony Mirrorless Cameras

Mirrorless Cameras are famous for being lighter, faster, more compact, and better for video than others without a mirror mechanism.…

Best Mini Tripods for Photography

Mini tripods are the best way for photographers with compact setups to achieve solid picture stability. Feature-rich and flashier larger…

Best Camera Flash for Canon

It is a common belief that the best flash for your camera is not the built-in one. External flashes are…

Best Children’s Camera

Looking for the best children’s camera in 2022? Look no further! If you have been thinking of picking out the…

Best Nikon Z Mount Lenses

The list of the best Nikon NIKKOR Z mount mirrorless lenses is ever expanding. Most of Nikon’s best technological efforts…

Best Nikon Z Mirrorless Cameras

Choosing the best Nikon Z mirrorless cameras of the year is a difficult task. Whatever stage of your photographic career…

5 Reasons to Use Adobe for Your Photography

Adobe has long been the dominant player in the photography editing scene. The Adobe creative cloud software allows you to…

Why You Should Become an Airbnb Host

The Airbnb platform has grown exponentially since 2007 when the co-founders first came up with an idea to turn their…

Best Instant Cameras

Looking for the top 5 instant cameras? So, you sometimes look at movies from the 1940s and marvel at their…

Best Travel Tripods

Looking for the top 5 travel tripods for your next trip? Traveling from your current location to somewhere new is…

Best Memory Cards for Photographers

Looking for the best memory cards for photographers available right now? As a photographer, you need a memory card to…

Best Compact Cameras for Travel

Wondering what the top compact travel cameras are right now? If you’re overwhelmed with wanderlust and wish to visit new…

Best Smartphones for Photography

Looking for the best smartphones for photography right now? Smartphones have come a long way since they were first introduced,…

Best Stock Photo Sites

Because they supply instant access to a wide variety of media, stock photography websites can be an invaluable ally for…

Best Places to Find a Domain Name

Crucial to the success of your website, blog or portfolio is the domain name. If you want to build a…

Best Cloud Storage for Photographers

Wondering what the best cloud storage solutions for photographers are? Picture this: You get home from another trip or Photoshoot.…

Top Camera Tripods for Photography

Looking for the best tripods for photography? You may have heard this before: a good camera tripod is one of…

Best Drones for Beginners

Are you looking to invest in a starter drone for adults to be able to take your best drone shots…

Best Canon RF Lenses

Are you looking for the best Canon RF lenses in 2022? Canon EOS R mirrorless cameras (EOS R5, EOS RP,…

Best Full Frame DSLR Cameras

Looking for the best full frame DSLR camera? This article will help you make a better choice. Full frame DSLR…

Best Full Frame Mirrorless Cameras

Looking for best full-frame mirrorless system cameras you can get right now? Let me guide you!  Finished a recent photography…

House Sitting Benefits: Travel for Free

One of the questions people always ask me is how do I finance all my Travels? As a Photographer, especially…

Where to Build Your Own Photography Website

Looking for the best places for photographers to build their own photography website? So you’ve edited your photos nicely? Trying…

Top Photo Editing Software for Photographers

Whether it’s printed media, websites or social media, the first thing noticed is the quality of the images. Therefore knowing…

Best Online Photography Magazines

Love the thought of traditional magazines without the actual Magazine? Say hello to online photography magazines! Online photography magazines can…

Top Photography Courses for Beginners

Looking for the best online Photography Courses for Beginners? You’ve come to the right place to find perfect online photography…

Selling Your Photography: The Best Sites

So why are we here? To get you started selling your photography and help with the question “how photographers make…

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