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.
Luminar Neo becomes Luminar in 2026, with a clearer workspace, faster performance, Atmosphere 2.0, Crop 2.0 and an improved Enhance AI.
When I first reviewed the K&F CONCEPT Star Filters, I wasn't convinced they'd earn a permanent place in my camera bag. Ten months later, one creative portrait session with candlelight completely changed my mind. Here's why they've become one of my favourite creative tools for adding a little magic to portrait photography.
Discover Julie Powell's collection of photography eBooks covering portraits, still life, macro, lighting, flash, food photography and more. Learn at your own pace with practical guides and creative inspiration.
A real-world review of Aiarty Image Enhancer, including comparisons with Lightroom Denoise, DxO DeepPRIME and Topaz Gigapixel.
Looking for a compact softbox or lantern? Here's my hands-on review of the Neewer NS1P and NS7L, including mounts, compatibility and best uses.
Hands-on review of the Neewer Q120 120Ws TTL flash. Discover its power, portability, battery life and whether it's worth adding to your lighting kit.
I've used Aftershoot for years as a culling tool. Here's my hands-on review of the latest version, including AI editing, retouching and galleries.
Save 20% on DxO software during the Father's Day Sale from 15-29 June 2026. Use code JULIE_FD26 on PhotoLab, Nik Collection and more.
Take a look at my hands-on review of the new SJCAM SJ30, an 8K dual-lens action camera designed for travellers, vloggers and everyday creators. Featuring improved low-light performance, vertical video support, stabilisation, waterproofing and extended battery life, the SJ30 aims to balance practical usability with creator-friendly features at an affordable price point.
The Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.8 EVO combines sharp optics, fast autofocus and beautiful bokeh in a lightweight APS-C portrait lens for Sony, Nikon and Fujifilm cameras.
A gentle, practical look at my new ebook, The Big Book of Photography Basics, created to help beginner photographers understand camera settings, light, lenses, composition, colour and more, without feeling overwhelmed.
Skylum's Luminar Neo Summer Sale is now live, with discounted perpetual licenses, free training courses, bonus gifts, and loyalty offers.
After seeing the female archetype trend online, I asked ChatGPT what my creative archetype might be. The answer felt surprisingly accurate.
My honest TourBox Elite Plus review. Setup, learning curve, Lightroom workflow, features and whether it’s worth it.
Learn how to create cinematic long exposure waterfall photos using K&F Concept magnetic ND filters, including settings, stacking tips and creative techniques for silky flowing water.
One torch, a dark room and a long exposure. Light painting might just be one of the most creative and relaxing forms of photography. Here's why I keep coming back to it, and why you might want to give it a try too.
Neewer RGB1 vs RGB2 LED light wand review. Compare 10W vs 20W, features, colour range, pros, cons, and real-world use.
Nik Collection 9 brings powerful AI masking, cinematic colour grading, halation effects, blending modes and creative editing tools for photographers.
Neewer GC30C and GC21B inflatable LED tube lights review. Lightweight, portable lighting for creative photography, portraits, and content creation.
K&F CONCEPT BS500M review. A powerful, rechargeable air duster for studio cleaning, but noisy and not ideal for camera sensors.
