# photo editing (blogs) — RSS Amplifier

Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover photo editing.

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## [Behind the Scenes (Ep.1)](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/behind-the-scenes-ep1)

_2026-08-23 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

Some exclusive content for my legendary paid subscribers!

## [Catholic Wedding Photography &#124; A Step by Step Guide](https://www.slrlounge.com/critical-photography-moments-in-catholic-wedding-ceremonies/)

_2026-08-22 · Christopher Lin · SLR Lounge_

During the transient moments of a wedding ceremony, a million thoughts are running through a photographer’s head, whether it is the right angle for each critical moment, the technical aspects of getting the right lighting, or capturing the candid tear in a family member’s eye. This article serves as a general guide for the must-have, ... Read more

## [5 Easy Newborn Poses To Try On Your Next Session](https://www.slrlounge.com/easy-newborn-photography-poses/)

_2026-08-22 · Hanssie · SLR Lounge_

Here are 3 basic, easy newborn poses to try at your next newborn photo session.

## [Actually Good Photography Videos You May Have Missed](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/actually-good-photography-videos-b39)

_2026-08-21 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

(August Edition)

## [Photo Poses for Men &#124; The Ultimate Guide](https://www.slrlounge.com/photo-poses-for-men/)

_2026-08-21 · Pye Jirsa · SLR Lounge_

What are your posing goals for men? Are you aiming to depict strength and masculinity, authenticity, beauty, fun and excitement? Regardless of the vibe or the desired end goal, having an arsenal of mens poses and a sound understanding of posing nuances for men will help you create more impactful imagery. Whether you are shooting ... Read more

## [How to Create a Photo Book That Tells a Story](https://www.slrlounge.com/how-to-create-a-photo-book-that-tells-a-story/)

_2026-08-20 · Alice Houstons · SLR Lounge_

Watch someone open an album you designed and count the seconds between page turns. Around the fourth or fifth spread, most people speed up. They stop reading and start flipping. The photos didn’t get worse. The story did. Learning how to create a photo book is mostly a sequencing problem, not a photography problem, and ... Read more

## [How to Take Good Selfies &#124; A Pro Photographer&#8217;s Perspective](https://www.slrlounge.com/how-to-take-good-selfies/)

_2026-08-20 · Christopher Lin · SLR Lounge_

Taking good selfies has become important in recent times due to the increased usage of social media platforms, smartphone photography, and influencer marketing. On these platforms, people often share their selfies as a way of self-expression, communication, and building a personal brand. Good selfies can help individuals present themselves in the best light, increase their ... Read more

## [Landscape Composition Tips and Ideas for Photographers](https://www.slrlounge.com/landscape-composition-tips/)

_2026-08-19 · Matthew Saville · SLR Lounge_

Travel and landscape photography presents a number of unique challenges, but having the privilege to interact with our environment and share its beauty in unexpected ways makes the effort all worth it. Like most photographers, the best travel and landscape photographers rely on (and sometimes break) general rules of composition to enhance their photography. In ... Read more

## [Wedding Poses &#124; 10 Basic Poses for Wedding Photographers](https://www.slrlounge.com/wedding-poses/)

_2026-08-18 · Christopher Lin · SLR Lounge_

Running out of poses in the middle of a session is something I’m sure many of us have stressed about. Whether you’re shooting an engagement session or doing a couple session at a wedding, keeping your poses fresh and fun on the spot can be tough to do. So, here are our favorite techniques to ... Read more

## [Diffraction, Aperture, and Starburst Effects](https://www.slrlounge.com/diffraction-aperture-and-starburst-effects/)

_2026-08-17 · Pye Jirsa · SLR Lounge_

Starburst effects can add an interesting element to a photograph. In a dark scene, it can add a dreamy, peaceful twinkle to the lights. In a daytime scene, a starburst sun can add drama and interest to the skies.

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_2026-08-17 · **Sponsored**_

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## [Have We Reached Peak Photo Editor?](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/have-we-reached-peak-photo-editor)

_2026-08-16 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

What else can they possibly add to photo editors that isn't gimmicky AI shite?

## [Week 33.26](https://sangsara.net/2026/08/16/week-33-26/)

_2026-08-16 · sangsara · sangsara.net_

Went on a Big Walk, spent the week trapped in time-loops, and a rewatch of ‘Lost in Translation’ that broke the code to eternal recurrence.

## [Ring Light VS Softbox &#124; Which One Is Right For You?](https://www.slrlounge.com/ring-light-vs-softbox/)

_2026-08-16 · Matthew Saville · SLR Lounge_

For everything from makeup tutorials on Youtube to high-fashion portraiture, you should understand the differences, the advantages, and disadvantages of a ring light vs a softbox!

## [What is &#8220;Exposing to the Left&#8221; and Should You Do It?](https://www.slrlounge.com/expose-to-the-left/)

_2026-08-15 · Pye Jirsa · SLR Lounge_

You'll be amazed at how much time you can save if you combine this exposure tip with those we shared in Part One, and it works regardless of the camera you use. Check out Part Two (of Two) in our exposure series.

## [Photo Developer - Clean, Minimal, Mac-Only RAW Editor - Reviewed](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/photo-developer-clean-minimal-mac)

_2026-08-12 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

There is certainly no shortage of photo editing apps for the Mac, with options available at all price points and catering to all niches.

## [Week 32.26](https://sangsara.net/2026/08/10/week-32-26/)

_2026-08-10 · sangsara · sangsara.net_

DOMi & JD Beck are coming to Singapore! The best soft serve ever, and steeling myself against life’s stains.

## [Sony FE 100-400mm F5.6-8 OSS Review: A Lightweight Wildlife Lens for Travel and Bird Photography](https://photographyfieldnotes.blogspot.com/2026/08/sony-fe-100-400mm-f56-8-oss-review.html)

_2026-08-07 · Tony Ebikeme · F I E L D N O T E S_

Sony FE 100-400mm F5.6-8 OSS: A Lightweight Telephoto Lens That Makes Wildlife Photography More Accessible One of the biggest challenges in wildlife, bird and travel photography has always been the cost, size and weight of long telephoto lenses. While professional photographers may be willing to carry large lenses into the field, hobbyists and enthusiasts often find them difficult to justify.…

## [Ten Epic Photo Editing Tips for When You Just Can’t Be Fucked](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/ten-epic-photo-editing-tips-for-when)

_2026-08-05 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

Look, we’ve all been there.

## [Week 31.26](https://sangsara.net/2026/08/03/week-31-26/)

_2026-08-02 · sangsara · sangsara.net_

Bought a signed album on impulse, contemplated the horror of hearing loss, and reviewed a Booker Prize-winning yuri novel pretending to be a forgotten post-war book.

## [Tested Apple’s Huge Update to RAW Photography Coming Soon to MacOS 27 Golden Gate](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/tested-apples-huge-update-to-raw)

_2026-07-26 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

I always keep an eye on the annual Apple developers conference (WWDC), in case there is anything whatsoever of interest to photographers, and the vast majority of the time I am disappointed.

## [Hire AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/vQBkIudJI5o2)

_2026-07-26 · **Sponsored**_

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## [Week 30.26](https://sangsara.net/2026/07/26/week-30-26/)

_2026-07-26 · sangsara · sangsara.net_

Blogging through Maybe-Covid brain fog, deleted a broken Ubisoft game, and observed that a Danish time-loop series might understand unemployment better than most self-help books.

## [Photography YouTubers Were All Using Wacom Tablets. Then They Weren’t.](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/photography-youtubers-were-all-using)

_2026-07-24 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

Cast your mind back about five or six years.

## [Photo Competitions Are Still Doing This. Photographers Are Still Falling For It.](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/photo-competitions-are-still-doing)

_2026-07-24 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

Read those T&Cs

## [Nothing Over $50USD: 18 Photo Apps Rated](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/nothing-over-50usd-18-photo-apps)

_2026-07-20 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

We live in a world of rapidly escalating costs where the only thing that isn’t rising faster than the price of goods and services, is wages.

## [Week 29.26](https://sangsara.net/2026/07/20/week-29-26/)

_2026-07-19 · sangsara · sangsara.net_

Kieślowski trilogy: complete. McDonald's x Old Chang Kee: a mistake. Nolan's Odyssey vs. Spielberg's Disclosure Day: no contest.

## [Never Buy a New Camera (Buy Last Year’s)](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/never-buy-a-new-camera-buy-last-years)

_2026-07-18 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

I’ve got a fairly ancient gaming PC that hasn’t seen an upgrade in over six years, and which would struggle to play modern triple-A games in 1080p above 20 frames per second.

## [Subconscious Samples](https://sangsara.net/2026/07/17/subconscious-samples/)

_2026-07-17 · sangsara · sangsara.net_

A generative art tool that turns patterns in your photos into new, abstract compositions.

## [Lift a Boring Photo With Dreamy Golden Light and AI Masks in Photolab 9](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/lift-a-boring-photo-with-dreamy-golden)

_2026-07-13 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

One of the most useful ways of leveraging the new AI masks in Photolab is to create the separation necessary to properly ‘sell’ any tweaks to the light that you add in post.

## [Week 28.26](https://sangsara.net/2026/07/12/week-28-26/)

_2026-07-12 · sangsara · sangsara.net_

Fell down the stairs, watched Supergirl bomb harder than my tailbone, and found out my gut was right about the losers at OpenAI.

## [The Darktable Hater’s Guide to Darktable, Part 3: Beginner's Workflow](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/the-darktable-haters-guide-to-darktable-093)

_2026-07-12 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

This is the series for the everyman: the poor bastard who just wanted to fix a photo and instead found four kinds of saturation, a tool called wavelet decomposition by frequency band, and a white balance slider hidden in a module called Colour Calibration because darktable believes surprise should be part of the workflow.

## [Privacy-first AI-native browser (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/eUSKIhQSFfbq)

_2026-07-12 · **Sponsored**_

No telemetry or ads — built on Ungoogled Chromium with a built-in AI sidebar and CLI.

## [The Problem(s) with Lightroom: And Why Adobe Are Failing Photographers](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/the-problems-with-lightroom-and-why)

_2026-07-06 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

Unlike many of the apps that make up the current Creative Cloud suite, Adobe actually built Lightroom in-house.

## [Week 27.26](https://sangsara.net/2026/07/06/week-27-26/)

_2026-07-06 · sangsara · sangsara.net_

Parent-proofing the watchlist, Britt Lower's Emmy is under review, and an afternoon of art beats a superhero movie every time.

## [BLixTape #8](https://sangsara.net/2026/07/04/blixtape-8/)

_2026-07-04 · sangsara · sangsara.net_

This playlist features favorite songs from early 2026, reflecting personal connections and memorable moments during daily activities.

## [Excire Foto 2027 Reviewed](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/excire-foto-2027-reviewed)

_2026-06-30 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

This Photo Organiser is Dull in All the Right Ways

## [Week 26.26](https://sangsara.net/2026/06/28/week-26-26/)

_2026-06-28 · sangsara · sangsara.net_

New Mac, new Siri. Plus: realizing my M5 Mac can play a 2012 Xbox game on a giant virtual screen inside a Vision Pro. What a time to be alive.

## [Is The Weight Of Expectation Killing Your Love Of Photography?](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/is-the-weight-of-expectation-killing)

_2026-06-28 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

Back in the before-times, when all of human knowledge was stored in books in libraries and not on servers in data centres, you only knew you weren’t as good as the photographers you’d actually met.

## [Topaz Spent Five Years Making Photos Worse. Adobe Bought Them Anyway](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/topaz-spent-five-years-making-photos)

_2026-06-26 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

The acquisition nobody asked for, of an app nobody should use

## [Stock Photography’s Last Gasp for Survival Is to Hop Into Bed with the Very AI Systems That Made It Obsolete](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/stock-photographys-last-gasp-for)

_2026-06-23 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

With a name like Getty, it doesn’t come as much of a shock to discover that they’ll basically do anything to survive - including entering into a business partnership with the very organisations that made their products defunct.RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World is a reader-supported publication.

## [Yes, Lightroom's New AI Subject Select is Better, But ...](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/yes-lightrooms-new-ai-subject-select)

_2026-06-20 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

Adobe have rolled out the June update to their photography apps - Photoshop, Photoshop Beta, Lightroom, Lightroom Classic and Camera RAW - and it’s the usual combination of updates, tweaks and bug fixes.

## [Darktable Gets AI: A Miracle In Our Time?](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/darktable-gets-ai-a-miracle-in-our)

_2026-06-18 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

It’s been eight years since Adobe pioneered AI masking when they rolled out the ‘Select Subject’ tool in Photoshop, back in 2018.

## [Hey Switchers! Here’s Why Your RAW Edits Look Different (and Better) in Photolab](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/hey-switchers-heres-why-your-raw)

_2026-06-17 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

Seven reasons your photos look different before you've touched a single slider

## [Beach Vlog](https://ahutchinson.substack.com/p/beach-vlog)

_2026-06-17 · Andy Hutchinson · RAW & Unfiltered - Photography in the Real World_

Sunrise landscape shoot on Seven Mile Beach, NSW

## [Polaroid Go Generation 3 Review](https://photographyfieldnotes.blogspot.com/2026/06/polaroid-go-generation-3-review.html)

_2026-06-15 · Tony Ebikeme · F I E L D N O T E S_

Polaroid Go Generation 3 Review: New Lens, Flash & Colors — Is It Worth It? Polaroid Go Generation 3 Review: New Lens, Flash & Colors — Is It Worth It? Published June 2026 | Instant Cameras | Gear The Polaroid Go just got its biggest upgrade yet. The Polaroid Go Generation 3 launched on June 2, 2026 — and if you've been on the fence about picking up the world's smallest instant analog camera, this…

## [Just Launched · Pre-Order Now Open Sony A7R VI](https://photographyfieldnotes.blogspot.com/2026/05/just-launched-pre-order-now-open-sony.html)

_2026-05-14 · Tony Ebikeme · F I E L D N O T E S_

Sony A7R VI — Now Available to Pre-Order Just Launched · Pre-Order Now Open Sony A7R VI The highest-resolution full-frame mirrorless camera Sony has ever made — available to pre-order right now. 📅 May 2026 🏷 Sony Alpha ⏱ 4 min read Sony has just unveiled the A7R VI — and it's a serious step forward. A 66.8MP stacked sensor, 8K video, 30fps burst shooting, and a lighter body than its predecessor.…

## [Your Camera Isn&#39;t the Problem.](https://photographyfieldnotes.blogspot.com/2026/05/your-camera-isnt-problem.html)

_2026-05-07 · Tony Ebikeme · F I E L D N O T E S_

Your Camera Isn't the Problem. Product Photography Your Camera Isn't the Problem. The honest reason your images aren't where you want them to be — and it's got nothing to do with your kit. Art Direction Commercial Photography Creative Thinking You've upgraded your body. You've got a solid lens lineup. Your lighting is sorted — or at least better than it was. And your images are good. Technically,…

## [Your product images look good. But are they selling?](https://photographyfieldnotes.blogspot.com/2026/05/your-product-images-look-good-but-are.html)

_2026-05-05 · Tony Ebikeme · F I E L D N O T E S_

Why Your Product Photos Aren't Selling (And How to Fix It) — Shoot to Sell Product Photography · New Release Your product images look good. But are they selling? Most product shoots fail before the shutter fires. Here's what the best photographers in fashion, tech, luxury, and ecomm actually do differently. Product Photography · 5 min read · May 2026 Here's a question worth sitting with: when was…

## [Observational Failures in Generative Imagery](https://mordenstar.com/blog/gen-failures/)

_2026-04-26 · noreply@mordenstar.com (Shaun Pedicini) · Mordenstar_

Here we take a look at some examples of poorly generated images from the perspective of the limitations of the user and how to go about fixing them.

## [Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Anniversary Edition — 30 Years in the Making](https://photographyfieldnotes.blogspot.com/2026/04/canon-powershot-g7-x-mark-iii.html)

_2026-04-23 · Tony Ebikeme · F I E L D N O T E S_

Three decades. Hundreds of thousands of creators. One camera that quietly became a staple for anyone who wanted great images without the bulk. The Canon PowerShot just turned 30 — and Canon are marking it properly. Introducing the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Anniversary Edition. This isn't a rebadge or a gimmick. It's the same G7 X Mark III that creators, vloggers and travel photographers have…

## [Sigma announces two must-have wide-angle primes: the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG II Art and the Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary — now available for pre-order.](https://photographyfieldnotes.blogspot.com/2026/02/sigma-35mm-f1-4-dg-ii-art-15mm-f1-4-dc-preorder.html)

_2026-02-24 · Tony Ebikeme · F I E L D N O T E S_

Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG II Art & 15mm f/1.4 DC — Pre-order Guide The wait is over. Sigma has officially unveiled two game-changing lenses that are already reshaping conversations in photography communities: the \*\*Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG II Art Lens\*\* for full-frame mirrorless systems and the \*\*Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary Lens\*\* for APS-C shooters. Whether you're a professional portrait photographer…

## [People Have Lost the Meaning of Photography — How to Reclaim Depth and Intent in Your Images](https://photographyfieldnotes.blogspot.com/2026/02/people-have-lost-meaning-of-photography.html)

_2026-02-20 · Tony Ebikeme · F I E L D N O T E S_

People Have Lost the Meaning of Photography and Here’s How to Reclaim It Photography doesn’t feel the same anymore. With smartphones, social feeds, and generative AI rewriting how we make and share images, many photographers, from professionals to casual creators, are asking an uncomfortable question: Have we lost the meaning of photography? This isn’t just nostalgia talking. As image production…