Gift shopping for birthdays and holidays can be a joy or a burden, depending on who you're shopping for. It can be especially difficult to shop for someone who already has everything, or who doesn't say what they want. Fortunately, if that person is a photographer, there's always something awesome … [Read more...] about 42 Unique Gifts for Photographers
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Gear Acquisition Syndrome: What’s in a Professional Landscape Photographer’s Camera Bag?
Mark Denney is a professional landscape photographer based in Pinehurst, North Carolina. Like a lot of dedicated photographers, he suffers from Gear Acquisition Syndrome, also known as GAS. As a result, his camera bag is full of awesome equipment. He's also a big fan of gear reviews, including … [Read more...] about Gear Acquisition Syndrome: What’s in a Professional Landscape Photographer’s Camera Bag?
3 Useful Portable LED Lights for Photography and Video
Most photographers rely on flashes and studio lights for artificial lighting. Both have advantages--one is portable, while the other provides continuous lighting--but neither is perfect, either. If you often struggle with the limitations of flashes or studio lighting, you might be interested in the … [Read more...] about 3 Useful Portable LED Lights for Photography and Video
Quick Tips For Traveling With Your Photography Gear
Buying a good camera, lens, and other essential photography gear usually takes a lot of research, saving, and dedication to photography. It's a lot of work, making sure the equipment you purchase is exactly what you need to fuel this wonderful hobby. Not everyone needs the latest gear or has a … [Read more...] about Quick Tips For Traveling With Your Photography Gear
Non-Camera Gear Every Outdoor Photographer Should Carry
It goes without saying that the most important tool in a photographer's bag is the camera itself. Having the right camera and lens is crucial to capturing the scene the way you envisioned it. That being said, there are lots of non-photography products that every outdoor photographer should have with … [Read more...] about Non-Camera Gear Every Outdoor Photographer Should Carry
20+ Great Mugs for Photographers
Whether you're trying to get a fantastic sunrise shot or staying up all night photographing star trails, photographers need their caffeine. Nothing's better than a perfect cup of coffee or tea to get you going--except, perhaps, for a photography-themed cup of coffee or tea. It's one of those … [Read more...] about 20+ Great Mugs for Photographers
Bike Photography: Ideas and Tips for Cycling with Your Camera Gear
As a photographer we all have problems relating to the traveling with camera gear. Is it light enough? Compact enough? Do I need this? What about that lens? And the list goes on and on. I am presented almost daily with this challenge, but on a new level! I am a cycling photographer, “and....?” I … [Read more...] about Bike Photography: Ideas and Tips for Cycling with Your Camera Gear
Adobe Alternative: Luminar 2018 Photo Editing Software Review
Luminar 2018, for Mac and Windows, is a universal all-in-one photo app designed to offer everything a modern photographer needs for photo editing. Luminar features advanced controls that are easy to use. Intelligent filters like Accent AI make it easy to get a great-looking image in seconds. Users … [Read more...] about Adobe Alternative: Luminar 2018 Photo Editing Software Review
Straps for Smartphones
You don't see smartphone straps often, but they're a good idea if you regularly take photos with your cell phone. Even if you have the cheapest phone on the market, you're recording memories and moments that are worth protecting. Fortunately, most cell phone straps are cheap. You don't need to … [Read more...] about Straps for Smartphones
Camera Sling Straps, Two-Camera Harnesses, Camera Holsters and Vests
As prevalent as neck straps are, they don't work for all photographers. They can get in the way or cause neck pain, especially if your camera is heavy. If you're getting a sore neck from your strap, you can look at hand, wrist, and finger straps (see Part 1) or try out the following options for your … [Read more...] about Camera Sling Straps, Two-Camera Harnesses, Camera Holsters and Vests