PHLEARN Magazine

It’s 2019. Do you know where your photos are? If you’re like most people, probably not. Here are some helpful tips on where to store your digital photos, from the family snapshots to the RAW files and photo composites, and get them organized for good.

There are so many inspiring podcasts out there, but how do you know which one will help you grow your business and skills? We’ve done the research for you to help narrow down the choices to your specific needs. This list is divided into two sections: one for podcasts about photography, and another for podcasts geared more broadly toward creatives.

Photographer and cinematographer Lester Platt walks us through a portrait shoot with men’s fashion blogger and stylist, Denny Balmaceda. Lester explains the creative inspiration behind the shoot and how he perfectly captured the freedom in the model’s actions.

What you need to know about aspect ratios and how you can use them in your photography. This is a must-read for any modern photographer, as we discuss the ratios online technology requires and how you can experiment with different aspect ratios to stand out.

Histograms provide valuable information that can go a long way to streamlining your workflow as a photographer. Here’s what you need to know about what to look for in the details of your camera’s histogram and how you can use the info to get the perfect exposure every time.

Spanish photographer Alfredo Oliva tells us how he was inspired by the works of realist painter Edward Hopper and used it to capture this photo. “Woman in the Window” is Oliva’s own version of a beautifully sad, lonely woman.

Intellectual property impacts your creative business daily. And others who don’t know (or don’t care) about IP laws can take away from the brand you’ve built and/or products you’ve created. Here’s what every photographer should know about it.

We talk to Instagram guru Dave Krugman, who has attracted attention for his unique style of street photography. Dave’s take on New York showcases the vibrant colors and moody atmosphere of the city at times when most people are running for shelter.

The f-stop can be a pretty daunting thing when you’re trying to wrap your head around the math and how it affects aperture. But, it doesn’t have to be so confusing. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about f-stops so you can take perfect exposures every time.

While long exposures happen to be heavily used among photographers who specialize in landscapes, this method can actually serve a wide variety of creative purposes, and knowing how, when, and why to take one can be a powerful asset to any photographer.