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7Artisans 60mm f2.8 macro lens REVIEW
The 7Artisans 60mm f2.8 macro lens is pretty darn impressive. I was lucky enough to get my hands on one before its release. Here are my findings, along with loads of test images.
Off-Camera Flash Photography FOR BEGINNERS
Off-camera flash — or strobist — photography is such a cool effect. It can seem quite intimidating if you’ve never used flashguns in this way before. But once you know a few key things you’ll be all set. So here’s a beginner’s guide to off-camera flash.
Flash photography for beginners - no boring theory! Quick and easy guide
With all their fractions, dials, and buttons, flashguns can be quite intimidating. But they’re not too bad once you know which settings you need to pay attention to. Here is my quick and easy guide to starting with flash photography.
Moza Aircross Review Vs Crane Plus
I’ve been testing this gimbal like mad recently, putting it through its paces. So how did it do? How does it compare to other gimbals on the market? Let’s get into it.
9 Best DJI Osmo Pocket Accessories to make it better
The DJI Osmo pocket it awesome. It’s small, it’s minimal. You can get some aweseome footage out of it. But there are a few sacrifices made when a device is so small. Here are 9 of the very best accessories for the DJI Osmo Pocket to make your experience even better.
A Realistic and Honest Guide to BlackBox and Stock Footage
I’ve been using the services of Blackbox for my stock footage now for almost a year, and I have to say, it is not only a brilliant service, but a brilliant community to be a part of.
But Blackbox is not a get rich quick scheme. Here is an honest and levelled guide to Blackbox and the stock footage industry in 2019 and beyond.
DJI Osmo Pocket Review — Hyperlapses, Vertical Options, Flaws
The DJI Osmo Pocket it a teeny tiny, affordable, stabilised camera. It is small, but is it mighty? I’ve had my Osmo Pocket for a few weeks now, and I’m ready to share my thoughts.
I bought the Osmo Pocket primarily to see if I could make hyperlapses and motion timelapses more quickly and easily. I’ve made some cracking timelapses in the past, but let’s be honest, using and balancing a huge gimbal takes a lot of time and it’s a lot to carry about with you.
8 Lighting Solutions For Any Budget — Photography and Youtube
Lighting — for photography, B-roll, or your home studio — doesn’t have to cost the earth. There are TONS of options out there to suit pretty much any budget. If you’re just starting out you don’t need to drop hundreds of pounds. Similarly, if you’re ready for an upgrade, I’ve got your back. Here are my top picks, and their pros and cons.
Photography: Why you should ALWAYS charge what you're worth
The photography industry is a funny old beast. Of course, you have your absolute prodigy’s — as you do in any industry — but the rest of us? I reckon it’s all smoke and mirrors.
What I mean is, once you’re good — like, good enough to charge for your work, you know your stuff inside out, you’re prepared, you’re a boss — how do we really differentiate one photographer from the next? Why does one photographer charge £5000 a day, and another £500?
7Artisans 7.5mm f2.8 Fisheye Review - Real World Results
The 7Artisans 7.5mm f2.8 fisheye lens is such a gem. I can’t believe the price of it compared to the results it can give you. I’ve been using it steadily for over 3 months now, for everything from astrophotography to every day walk-about photography. Here are my thoughts, and loads of photo examples for you to take a look at.
Lumix G7 Review — Still a contender in?
The Lumix G7 in many ways was a revelation when it was first released. It was one of the most affordable ways to get 4k, and it all came in a brilliantly thought-out small camera body too.
But it was released in (hold onto your hats!) 2015, which seems like an age in Photography Land.
So is it still worth a consideration in 2015? Well, I still have one. I still use my G7 — both professionally and personally — and I blummin’ love it. But of course, like any camera, it is far from perfect. So let’s dive in!
10 Must-Have Software Tools for Creators
As a professional photographer/videographer, Youtuber, and creator in general, I’ve tried a LOT of software and subscriptions over the years. These are the ones that I use all the time, and the ones I believe have helped me considerably. This list is quite broad, including time-management, social media aids, and ways to deliver products to your clients. But hopefully there will be something for everyone here. Check them out!
10 Ways To Make Money Online as a Creator
I’ve been making money with my camera and Internet connection solely now for about two years. I quit my Day Job to pursue photography — mostly wedding photography to begin with, which I still do — but during the winter months I sort of fell in love with figuring out other revenue streams.
Because there’s not a better feeling on the planet than randomly making money while you’re in your PJs watching Netflix. And that’s the power of passive income. Needless to say, I’m a fan. So here are 10 revenue streams that I use and make money from. And you can too!
Soonwell FB-21 Flexible LED panel light review
Flexible LED panel lights are all the rage, aren’t they? I always thought they looked a bit gimick-y… until I owned one myself. Now I’m a convert.
The truth is there are so many benefits of having a light of this design. I’m going to review the Soonwell FB-21 — which is awesome, by the way — but a lot of these benefits can be seen on most flat LED panel lights.
Photolemur 3 Review Tons of photo examples
Photolemur… isn’t for everyone. Let me say that right up front.
I have no doubt that this software will polarise people. Some people will think it’s the best thing ever — exactly what they need — and some people will think it’s a little basic for their needs.
So what IS Photolemur?
Adapting lenses to Micro Four Thirds - Beginner's Guide and TIPS
One of the greatest things about the micro four thirds camera system is how easy it can be to adapt other brand lenses and even vintage lenses to the system. But if this is something you haven’t tried before, it can be a bit daunting. So here’s a beginner’s guide to adapting lenses.
The Rule Of Thirds in Photography: What, Why, and when to break it.
The rule of thirds is probably one of the first “rules” a new photographer will come across. And for good reason. It’s used all the time, not just in photography, but in almost every film or TV show you’ve ever seen.
So what is the rule of thirds exactly? When should we use it effectively, and when can we throw out the rulebook and ignore it entirely? Let’s find out.
How to EDIT (and stack!) your Astrophotography images
So you’ve got your astrophotography images on your computer. You apply your usual editing techniques… and it all ends up as a noisy mess.
Fear not! Astrophotography processing is slightly different from the usual photo editing but it isn’t too complicated. Here I’ll go through the best methods to get the most out of your astrophotography in editing. I’ll go over photo stacking to reduce noise, using software like Starry Landscape Stacker, as well as some alternatives.
8 Indoor Photography ideas to get your through the winter
Indoor photography can be a great way to keep creative during those cold and rainy months. Most indoor photography is cheap (or free!) and loads of fun. Keep your creativity flowing with these 8 indoor photography projects.
Lumix GX80 / GX85 Review - Best First Camera?
I bought the Panasonic Lumix GX80 (or GX85 if you’re in America) as a travel camera and a back-up body to my GH5. It was super affordable, and my expectations weren’t that high… but this little camera has completely blown me away. Here is everything it has to offer.