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.
A lightweight, budget-friendly lens with solid performance in good light. Great for casual or hobby photography.
The Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air for Sony E-mount is an affordable prime lens aimed at photographers who want a fast aperture in a lightweight, budget-friendly package.
Whether you're shooting in a studio or using natural light, choosing the right fill light can make all the difference. But what’s the best option—reflectors, flash, or constant light? Let’s break it down.
Healesville Sanctuary is one of my favourite spots to get up close with Australian wildlife—without trekking through the outback! It’s also the perfect place to put the Tamron 28-200mm lens to the test.
The Sol5 LED Light by Harlowe is a compact, stylish, and functional lighting solution designed for mobile content creators and photographers.
The Harlowe Blade 5 and Blade 10 stand out as compact, powerful, and versatile lighting solutions, with impressive performance.
There’s nothing quite as frustrating as setting up your flash, pressing the shutter, and… nothing. Here’s my troubleshooting guide to flashes
Unlock the secrets to high-key portrait editing in Lightroom Classic and transform your images from flat to flawless!
Learn how to shoot stunning high-key portraits in the studio with this step-by-step photography tutorial! With constant and studio lights.
When sharing your images on social media, the right export settings in Adobe Lightroom can make a significant difference in quality, sharpness, and load times.
Editing images in Adobe Lightroom, comparing the impact of colour versus black and white for different styles of photography.
Want to create stunning high-key floral photography that looks fresh, bright, and professional? Check out the Huion Light Pad
Discover my top five favourite presets for high-key black-and-white photography in DXO Silver Efex! Perfect for all types of photography
When working with flash or speedlights in photography, you often face the decision between using TTL (Through-The-Lens) mode or Manual mode.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced photographer, here are some creative still-life photography ideas to inspire your next session.
Struggling to streamline your portrait editing workflow? In this video, I’ll guide you step-by-step on how to take a RAW portrait image and transform it into a stunning final edit. Whether you’re a new photographer, a photography enthusiast, or a seasoned portrait photographer, this tutorial is packed with tips to help you elevate your editing game.
If you want to create stunning still-life images that captivate viewers, here are some practical tips and techniques to get you started.
Have you ever wondered how to give your portraits that breathtaking cinematic look—the kind that feels straight out of a movie?
Learn why mastering manual mode boosts creativity and control for beginner photographers
I wanted to capture something more vintage, more old school 'Master's' chiaroscuro-styled lighting. It was dark and moody.
