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.
All in Reviews
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.
Hands-on review of the Neewer FS60B bi-colour LED light. Discover its performance, colour accuracy, portability, and value for photographers and content creators.
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.
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.
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.
My honest TourBox Elite Plus review. Setup, learning curve, Lightroom workflow, features and whether it’s worth it.
Neewer RGB1 vs RGB2 LED light wand review. Compare 10W vs 20W, features, colour range, pros, cons, and real-world use.
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.
Luminar Neo Spring 2026 update adds powerful portrait AI tools, improved bokeh, and smoother editing across desktop and mobile.
FlexClip AI PPT to Video Converter review. Turn slides into videos fast with AI visuals, subtitles and scenes for creators and educators.
Hands-on review of the SJCAM C400 action camera for behind-the-scenes photography, workshops and YouTube content creation.
Godox AD300Pro II review for beginners, explaining how it works, when to use freeze mode, burst shooting, and real-world results.
Tamron 35–100mm F2.8 review for Sony E and Nikon Z. Compact, sharp, fast AF portrait zoom tested on both mounts.
Godox iT32 and X5S & N review. A compact modular TTL flash system with HSS, wireless control, pros, cons, and real-world performance.
