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.
The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate the joy and magic of Christmas than by creating unique and creative portraits that capture the spirit of the season?
Using a CPL (Circular Polarizing) filter for landscape photography can significantly enhance your images by reducing glare, improving color saturation, and increasing contrast. Here are some tips for using a CPL filter to create stunning landscape photographs:
It’s that time of year when crazy people like me are offering Christmas Pet Pawtraits again. I mean crazy … it’s fun, in fact it’s often hilarious. But boy oh boy is it crazy. I recently had a friend help out with my two, and while she has seen the picture-perfect images every year, she never quite realized how chaotic it is with my own beloved pooches. So here is the good, the bad and the ugly of it.
Long-exposure photography is a captivating art form that allows you to create dreamy, surreal, and dramatic images. It’s all about capturing the passage of time in a single frame. You’ll need the right tools to achieve this, and ND (Neutral Density) filters are your best allies. In this post, we’ll explore how to achieve long exposures using ND6 and ND10 filters.
Creating great black-and-white landscape photos involves a blend of artistic vision, technical expertise and creative expression. While there’s no single “perfect” recipe, here’s a general framework to help you achieve outstanding black-and-white landscape images, and help you master the art of black and white.
I have tried some small (12″) and some large (22″) versions but they just weren’t that comfortable, so when Huion asked if I would like to try their new Kamvas Pro 16 (2.5K) I had to say “yes please”. Hoping the 16″ is just the right size.
I was recently introduced to the OKKO brand and thought they sounded great. So when I was sent a kit to review I was thrilled.
If you haven’t already done the latest Adobe Lightroom Classic software update, you might want to check out Lightroom Classic Version 13. There are some new features that are actually pretty cool.
Finding the perfect camera strap is a little like finding the perfect camera bag. It’s often an endless pursuit, with some good, some bad, some fantastic.
One lens that can truly elevate your portrait photography is the tele-zoom lens. Let’s have a look at what, where, why, when and how to get the most out of a portrait location shoot with a telezoom lens.
Film Noir, a cinematic genre that emerged in the 1930s and 1940s, is known for its distinctive style and thematic elements. It often explores themes of crime, corruption and moral ambiguity, brought to life by shadowy cinematography and enigmatic characters.
I have been wanting to try the Peak Design backpack Zip 20L, as I have heard good things. So I spent a few days on trips with one, thanks to Peak Design.
Tamron's 70-180mm G2 f/2.8 is the smallest tele-zoom lens. Super fast f/2.8 across the zoom range, capturing everything from portraits to macro.
With Halloween coming up fast, you might be on the lookout for some cool, creepy Halloween effects and what’s better than using gels? Well, if you have the Lume Cube Tube Light Mini, it’s the perfect tool for the job.
Looking for some powerful, flexible lighting for photography in and out of the studio? Perhaps something a little out of the norm? Something that works well in really tight spaces? Then, perhaps the new Godox AD-S200 stick flash head might be for you. It has so much potential.
Photography conferences are a fantastic opportunity for photographers of all levels to improve their skills, network with like-minded individuals, and gain inspiration from renowned professionals. These events bring together photographers from diverse backgrounds and styles, creating a melting pot of creativity and knowledge.
Focus stacking is a technique used in photography to achieve an extended depth of field in your images. It involves taking multiple photos of the same scene, each with a slightly different focus point, and then combining them in post-processing to create a final image with greater overall sharpness.
If you are looking for a good entry-level pen tablet this is actually pretty good. I have used several different pen tablets and this is comfortable to use, works very well, is reasonably priced and is easy to set up.
I really wanted to love this tote. It’s comfortable, stylish and holds plenty. But I think perhaps it’s a little too deep and the top opening is not wide enough for easy access. If the camera bag contents were more accessible, and the pockets in the computer compartment were less restrictive, this would be the perfect everyday photography tote. However, I do love the compartments and magnetic closures.
In the world of food photography, lighting is everything. It can transform a mundane dish into a mouth-watering masterpiece.
