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As I was learning the ropes of portrait editing, the one task I always struggled with was achieving flawless skin while keeping the natural textures intact. I would constantly go back and forth, making tweak after tweak, yet never feeling fully satisfied with the results. That’s because when you retouch skin in portraits, there is a fine line between looking perfect and looking plastic, and as a beginner I found it incredibly difficult to stay on the right side of it. This often led to long, exhausting editing sessions where I felt my portraits were never quite reaching the standard they could be. Learn More

Behind every strong corporate portrait is a mix of precision, empathy, and timing. It’s where technical skill meets the subtle art of reading people. Learn More

A great headshot can open doors, but achieving one takes skill. Follow these headshot photography tips to make every shot count. Learn More

Pet photos are those special shots you want to keep forever, to look back on fondly and remember your furry best friend and the moments you shared. No matter what kind of pet you have, all animals share one thing in common: they can be challenging to work with. I remember my old dog Max, a golden Labrador, and I could not keep that boy still for a moment. If you have a turtle, on the other hand, this will not be as much of an issue, although you might struggle to coax it out of its shell. Learn More

It’s nearly that time of year again: the days are getting shorter and the temperatures are dropping as winter approaches. For photographers, this brings a whole new range of ideas to experiment with in their style of photography. From cosy indoor scenes that make the viewer want to step into your photo, to capturing the beauty of a crisp and frosty morning, there is so much to look forward to shooting. Learn More

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to start thinking about how you want to capture treasured family memories. Compared with other holidays, Thanksgiving offers a chance for exclusive and unique shooting opportunities at this time of year. With a focus on warm, rich colours, we can use this palette to bring a nostalgic quality to your images that can be cherished for years to come. Learn More

This is a short, down-to-earth guide to help you decide where your family’s true moments will come out best. Learn More

Choosing the best season for family portraits isn’t a one-size-fits-all decision, but photographers have clear guidance based on experience. Every season has its advantages and challenges, and the right choice depends on your family’s goals, ages, routines, wardrobe, and comfort. Learn More

Halloween looks should be bold, fun, and doable on a busy night. This guide gives you five fresh trends for 2025 — each one fast to set up, easy to tweak, and built from products you likely already own. Think of it as a short list of awesome makeup ideas for Halloween that work for parties, photos, and last-minute plans. Learn More