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Lightroom Before and After

pay per click advertising When editing a photograph in Lightroom, it is often useful to compare what the image looked like when you started out (the “Before”), to the changes you have made so far (the “After”). This way, you … Continue reading

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How to Buy Used Lenses

With new lenses getting more expensive all the time, many photographers choose to purchase used gear and save money. While certain lenses can only be bought new (at least for a while), the used lens market is often full of … Continue reading

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The Ultimate PC Build for Photography Needs

Thanks to the super high-resolution sensors we see today in digital cameras, a fast computer is absolutely essential for an efficient post-processing workflow when working with RAW images. If a few years back a standard PC or a mid-range laptop … Continue reading

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Is the light low? Keep your pictures brighter with these 4 tips

As a lifestyle family and newborn photographer based in San Francisco, I often find myself in homes or hospital rooms with one tiny window or on a ground floor with little natural light. In fact, I lived in a studio … Continue reading

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5 ways summertime treats can inspire your photography

My memories of summer are laced with the excitement of sweet treats. I used to sneak orange popsicles from my grandma’s deep freezer. We’d beg our parents to stop by the local popcorn stand, only open for a few short … Continue reading

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