This Week in Photography (Issue #42)
Here are the best photography articles, videos, and resources we came across this week.
đĄ Inspiration
How Iâve used photography as an outlet when words arenât enough
Itâs well established that photography is a superb tool for documentation purposes. Itâs also fairly well accepted as an art form. Itâs less recognized⊠Read â
I bought a daguerreotype at a flea market. This mirror-like photograph is a reminder that not all retro photographs were grainy and soft
Every time I open that hinged case (even though the hinge has now, sadly, deteriorated so that it is in two pieces), Iâm struck by how impressively⊠Read â
28 Award-Winning Photos From Society of Photographersâ Photographer of the Year 2025
Take a look at the award winning photos from last years Society of Photographersâ competition. There are some really unique photographs featured here. Read â
đ Free Downloads!
The Best Free Stock Photo Websites
Covering all the best websites where you can download free stock photos for your projects, blog posts, app, or other use cases. Read â
FREE Film + Analog Lightroom Presets from Equalitools
An epic pack of free film presets from Equalitools, made to emulate real analog filmtypes. One of the 1000s of freebies in the FilterGrade Freebies Collection. Free Download â
đ„ Photography Tips
Ready to Get Paid for Your Photos? Start With These 7 Niches
Youâve moved past the âauto mode onlyâ phase. Your photos look good. Friends and family keep saying, âYou should do this professionally.â But loving photography and knowing how to make money from it areâŠ. Read â
Why Every Artist Should Document Their Creative Process on Video
In todayâs creative economy, documenting your creative process on video is one of the most powerful things an artist can do. Whether you are a painter, sculptor, fashion designer, filmmaker, photographer, or multidisciplinary creator, video documentation has become essential for building visibility, preserving your work, and creating long-term career opportunities. This is no longer just [âŠ] Read â
From Shoot to Delivery: What a Smooth Photography Workflow Actually Looks Like
For many photographers trying to move from hobbyist to professional, the biggest struggle is not talent or gear. Itâs workflow. Missed emails, unclear client feedback, slow turnaround times, and last-minute scrambling are common pain points. Read â
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đ„ïž Post Processing
Huion Kamvas 16 Gen 3 Review - Pen Tablet Tool for Photo Editing
Most photographers edit their work with a mouse and keyboard while looking at a monitor. However, there are many devices that give a tactile feel to photo editing and drawing, such as pen tablets⊠Read â
Masking in Photoshop: How to Use Layer Masks
Learn how to create/use layer masks in Adobe Photoshop. In this tutorial and walkthrough Leighton Milne covers masking in Adobe Photoshop CC. Watch â
How to Use LUTs in Adobe Premiere Pro
đ° News
Photography News: Nikon Sues Viltrox, Nikon Z 120-300mm f/2.8 Rumor
The biggest piece of news this week wasnât an announcement, rumor, or sale â itâs the news that Nikon is suing third-party lens manufacturer Viltrox for patent infringement. If Nikonâs lawsuit succeeds⊠Read â
Photoshopâs latest update adds new adjustment layers and trials text tools
Adobe has announced an update to Photoshop that brings new types of adjustment layers and improves generative AI-powered fill tools. Itâs also⊠Read â
Fujifilm Says Superia Premium Is Still in Production Despite Its Unavailability
Fujifilm Superia Premium is so difficult to find that many have, for some time, believed it to be discontinued. Evidence of that⊠Read â