Julie Powell is a photographer, writer and educator, offers unique photographic opportunities and inspirational ideas to help YOU become the photographer you wish to be.
Christmas Pet Pawtraits are back! Festive pet photography sessions for just $85 at Julie Powell Photography in Narre Warren, Melbourne. November 26 ā December 1. Book now!
Is the Peak Design Everyday Sling 6L right for your camera kit? Explore its features, storage, limitations and value for photographers who pack light.
Find Black Friday 2026 photography software deals from Luminar, DXO and Aftershoot Galleries, plus more.
Explore Christmas gifts for photographers from my own kit, including Peak Design bags, Lucky Straps, PGYTECH wraps and creative lens filters.
My Lucky Straps review covers the Classic Wrist Strap and Deluxe 45 leather camera strap, with thoughts on fit, quick release, security and studio use.
Flowers, food and creative experiments filled our small-group still life photography class in Narre Warren. Would a mid-week daytime session suit you?
Viltrox announces the AF 35mm F1.4 Pro for Sony E and Nikon Z, with fast autofocus, weather sealing and a US$829 launch price.
Explore 13 free online photography and filmmaking master classes from Tamron University. Learn portraits, landscapes, storytelling and more at your own pace.
Explore Luminarās 2026 Fall Update, featuring upgraded Enhance, Atmosphere, Smart Compositions, AI Assistant and new Signature Printing.
Explore Luminarās Fall upgrade, arriving 28 October 2026, with improved Enhance AI, 3D fog, Smart Composition, AI Assistant and printing tools.
Discover the fascinating history of Steampunk, from Victorian science fiction to elaborate costumes, creative storytelling and Steampunk portrait photography.
Discover Luminar on Web, Skylumās browser-based photo editor with RAW editing, AI tools, Light Depth, Presets and LUTs, plus free basic access.
Meet the new Tamron 16ā50mm F/2.8 APS-C zoom for Sony, Canon, Nikon and Fujifilm. Explore its features, close focusing, pricing and release dates.
Explore the fascinating history of film noir, from Hollywood cinema and German Expressionism to dramatic lighting and creative portrait photography.
A beautiful location is wonderful, but when Iām scouting somewhere for a creative photoshoot or workshop, Iām looking for much more than a pretty backdrop. From light and variety to interesting little corners, practical considerations and those all-important creative possibilities, hereās what I look for when choosing a location, using the incredible Mont du Soleil as the perfect example.
Press Release - Tamronās compact 20ā40mm F2.8 lens is coming to Nikon Z. Explore its focal range, close focusing, key features and October 2026 release date.
Explore the 5DayDeal Photography Bundle 2026, with course suggestions for lighting, creative portraits, camera confidence and Photoshop editing.
Skylum will stop selling and updating Aperty on November 4, 2026. I share why Iām sad, my lifetime licence news and hopes for Luminarās portrait tools.
Creative lens filters are a wonderfully simple way to shake up your photography. I explore split glass and hexagonal filters, and how a little distortion, repetition and experimentation can transform a portrait.
Discover the free 5DayDeal Photography Giveaway, explore the prizes and find out what the 2026 Photography Bundle is all about.
