The Photographer's Roadmap

It doesn't matter what equipment you have, are you learning from your experimentation and practice? Start observing light, shapes, colors and how they all interact together. Practice the tips in each of the following resources, one at a time, as if a coach had assigned them to you:

E	Can You Use Any Camera To Take Great Photos? - M&M episode (available to members)
E	8 Principles For Taking Better Photos With Any Camera - Video (available to members)
E	Moving My Pictures from Bad To Good To Better To Best - Blog post
E	Maximize On The Beauty Of Every-Day Locations - Behind the shot (available to members)
E	Tips For Helping Young Photographers Get Started - Blog post
A	How A Budding Photographer Learned To Photograph A Prizewinning Shot - Forum discussion (available to members)
E	Simple Ways For Beginners To Get Back Into Photography - Forum discussion
M	How To Photograph Back-Lit Leaves! - Special feature
A	How To Photograph Snowflakes - Forum discussion
E	The 3 S's Of Silhouette Photography - Special feature (available to members)
E	The Difference The Sun Can Make - Blog post
E	How to Shoot High Key Photos - Video (available to members)
E	How To Create The Starburst Effect In-Camera - Video (available to members)
E	Observe The Critique Of Other's Photos - Database of PRO Critique videos
E	How To Capture The Unique Beauty Of Early Autumn - M&M episode (available to members)
E	How To Make The Most Of Peak Autumn Color - M&M episode (available to members)
E	How To Capitalize On The Distinct Advantages Of Late Autumn - M&M episode (available to members)
E	10 Amazing Benefits Of Shooting In Winter - Blog post
E	4 Keys To Enjoying Shooting In Cold Weather - Blog post
E	5 Tips For Shooting In Dreary January - Blog post
M	Improve Your Photography By Making The Most Of Your Spare Moments - Special feature (available to members)
M	5 Steps To Capturing The Silky Water Effect - M&M episode (available to members)
M	How To Photograph The Silky Water Effect On Bright Sunny Days - Video (available to members)
A	The Amazing Panning Effect! - EXPLORE Course Video (available to members)
E	Christmas Tip: Blurry Background Christmas Lights - Blog post
E	How to Photograph the Glowy Effect - Video
A	9 Principles for Photographing Light Trails - EXPLORE Course Video (available to members)
E	3 Steps To Photographing Beautiful Background Blur - Video (available to members)
M	How to Create Beautiful Background Blur - Video (available to members)
M	How To Capture Tack Sharp Reflections - Video (available to members)
E	Tips For Sharp Images Without A Tripod - Forum discussion
E	How To Take Action Shots That Are Always Tack Sharp - Video (available to members)
E	5 Tips For Focusing In The Dark - Blog post
M	Step By Step, Focusing For Night Photography - Video (available to members)
M	How To Shoot In The Darkness Of A Cave - M&M episode (available to members)
M	4 Methods For Nailing The Perfect White Balance - Video (available to members)
E	Shooting Advice Before Going On Vacation - Forum discussion
A	Shooting An Amazing Photo, From Start To Finish - Behind the shot (available to members)
A	Sequence Analysis: Discover A Habit Of The Professionals - Special feature (available to members)
E	Shoot For This Week's Photo Assignment - Lenspiration opportunity (available to members)

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As you grow, you will eventually want to upgrade. How do you know what to get? How do you get the best deal? Study each of the following resources and start making educated buying choices:

E	Choosing A Camera That's Right For You - Foundations of Photography Course, Section 1 (100% off for members)
E	Answering The Most Common Photography Question, Once And For All! - Blog post
M	Photography Buying Guide - Ebook (50% off for members)
E	Use The Forums To Help You Buy - Forum discussion
E	What's The Difference Between Smartphone Cameras And DSLRs? - Forum discussion
M	How This Photographer Bought His Very First DSLR Camera - Forum discussion
E	Some Camera Buying Advice - Blog post
E	Purchasing Recommendations - Blog post
E	What Camera Should I Upgrade to From A Nikon D40X? - Video (available to members)
E	Tips For Upgrading Lenses - Forum discussion
E	Is It Worth The Extra Cost To Get f/2.8 On A 70-200mm Lens? - Forum discussion
E	Deciding Between The f/1.4 or f/1.8 50mm Lens - Forum discussion
E	Thoughts On Upgrading A Nikon Camera - Forum discussion
E	What About Buying Refurbished? - Blog post
M	What Every Photographer Should Know About Tripod Heads - Video (available to members)
E	What You Need To Know When Buying A Polarizer Filter - Video (available to members)
E	Rechargeable Battery Recommendations - Forum discussion
M	Budget Nikon Speedlights - Forum discussion
M	Sell Your Old Equipment On The Forums! - Forum discussion

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Is your computer clogged with pictures? Finding it difficult find the shot you're looking for? Eliminate the confusion by getting organized using the following resources:

E	Secrets to Organizing Photos - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 5.5 (100% off for members)
M	4 Components Of A Winning Post-Processing Setup! - Premium training (available to members)
M	What Computer to Buy for Photography - Premium training (available to members)
E	10 Reasons Why I Use Lightroom - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 5.2 (100% off for members)
E	Can I Use Photoshop & Bridge Instead of Lightroom? - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 5.3 (100% off for members)
E	Getting Started in Lightroom - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 5.4 (100% off for members)
M	How To Merge Multiple Lightroom Catalogs - Forum discussion
E	How to Safely Move a Lightroom Catalog to an External Hard Drive - Video (available to members)
E	Recommended Viewer For Sorting Through Pictures Quickly - Forum discussion
E	Tips For Organizing Files - Forum discussion
M	Resolving An Organizational Disaster - Forum discussion (available to members)
E	How I Back Up My Photos - Video (available to members)
E	Tips For Backing Up Photos - Forum discussion
E	Recovering Lost Data With Recuva - Video (available to members)

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Are your pictures lacking that "pop" that you see in the professionals' shots? It's time to master post-processing technique. Use these resources to do it:

E	If You Want To Start With Free Software . . . - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 5.1 (100% off for members)
E	Comparing The 3 Top Photo Editing Programs - Video (available to members)
E	Tutorial On How To Use RAWTherapee - Forum discussion
E	How To Get Started In Photoshop Elements - Video (available to members)
M	3 Apps For Detailed Editing On A Mobile Device - Blog post
E	The Reason We Edit - Forum discussion
E	The Lenspiration Editing Workflow - Video (available to members)
E	Redeeming A Photo Using Lightroom - Behind the shot (available to members)
M	Importing And Sorting Photos in Lightroom - Video (available to members)
E	How to Use Virtual Copies in Your Normal Post-Processing Workflow - Video (available to members)
E	How Long Should It Take To Edit My Pictures? - Blog post
E	What To Do When Saturation Or Vibrance Doesn't Work - Photo critique (available to members)
E	How I Sharpen My Photos - Video (available to members)
A	Tweaking the Light: Adding Light Rays, Star Bursts and Lens Flare - Video series (available to members)
M	Want to Add Text to Your Photos? - Premium Training (available to members)
M	How To Edit Photos Like A Professional - Behind the shot (available to members)
E	Using LR Tools To Remove Distractions - Photo critique (available to members)
E	What Happens To My Photos When I End My Lightroom Subscription? - Video (available to members)
M	Is It Worth Upgrading To Lightroom CC? - Video (available to members)
E	How to Edit Photos Epicly - Video (available to members)
E	Extend A Photo With GIMP - Video
E	Thoughts On HDR Editing - Forum discussion
E	How This Prize-Winning Shot Was Edited - Forum discussion
A	Using Photoshop to Remove Lens Flare - Special feature (available to members)
E	A Practical Use For Photoshop's Color Blending Mode - Video (available to members)
M	How The “Lighten” Blend Mode Works And The Amazing Things It Can Do For You - Video (available to members)
E	Focus Stacking: When It Worked And When It Didn't - Blog post
M	How To Use Photoshop To Make A Picture Look More Cozy - Video (available to members)
M	How To Use Photoshop To Quickly Merge Two Photos Together - Video (available to members)
A	Professionally Photoshopping Extra People Into A Photo - Video (available to members)
M	15 Principles Of Photo Compositing - Video (available to members)
A	How I Use Photoshop to Create the Cutouts In The Lenspiration Calendars - Video (available to members)
E	Using The Forums To Improve Your Photo Editing - Forum discussion

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What benefit are your pictures if they lay stagnant on a hard drive forever? Whether it's online or in print, it's time to start sharing your pictures! The resources below will show you how to do it:

E	What You Need To Know To Start Sharing Your Photos - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 5.6 (100% off for members)
M	How to Prepare Your Photos For Print - Video (available to members)
M	How To Add A Professional Watermark To Your Photos - Video (available to members)
E	What Online Photo Sharing Service Should I Use? - Video (available to members)
M	How To Set Up A Photography Portfolio On Facebook - Video (available to members)
M	Add Attractive Text To Your Photos - Photo critique (available to members)
E	Winning Photography Awards Takes More Than Coincidence - Blog post
M	How To Prepare Your Photos For a Photo Contest - Video (available to members)
E	5 Reasons Why The Printed Calendar Isn't Extinct Yet - Blog post
A	Use Your Photos In A Printed Wall Calendar - Lenspiration opportunity

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The subject of composition is as deep as the ocean . . . and as essential to the life and impact of an image as the air we breath! Start applying the concepts outlined in the resources below . . . sequentially, systematically:

E	Pillars of Composition - Foundations of Photography Course, Section 4 (100% off for members)
E	7 Fundamental Tools of Composition - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 4.2 (100% off for members)
E	How To Create Photos That Have A Peaceful Feeling - Article (available to members)
M	A Two-Word Idea That Will Transform Your Composition - Behind the shot (available to members)
E	Using Forced Perspective As An Artistic Composition Technique - Video (available to members)
E	Advanced Composition: An Essey On Overlap - Video (available to members)
E	How Do I Make This Composition Work? - Blog post
E	3 Components Behind Every Great Picture - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 4.3 (100% off for members)
M	What's The Subject Of Your Photo? - Forum discussion
E	How Slight Rearranging Can Make All The Difference In The World - Blog post
M	Positioning Yourself For Better Compositions - M&M episode (available to members)
E	Tips for Photographing Forest Paths - Video (available to members)
E	Why I Composed This Cityscape The Way I Did - Behind the shot (available to members)
E	How I Work A Scene In Landscape Photography - Blog post
E	How To Scout A Location - M&M episode (available to members)
E	Tweaking A Composition To Perfection - Behind the shot (available to members)

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Step out of your comfort zone and explore new horizons! There are worlds of new skills to be discovered. Pick a genre below and start practicing:

People

EMA	PRO Posing - Database of posing ideas, portraiture ebooks, and recommended educational resources (available to members)
E	The Secret To Amazing Golden Hour Portraiture - Blog post
E	A Few Portraiture Tips From My Interview With A Pro - Blog post
M	The Process of Taking a Family Portrait - Special feature (available to members)
E	Learn To Set Up Better Family Poses In A Studio Setting - Video (available to members)
E	How Do I Conduct An Engagement Photoshoot? - Blog post
E	5 Things To Consider When Shooting A Wedding As A 2nd Photographer - Video (available to members)
E	A Few Ways To Improve A Wedding Photoshoot - Blog post
M	How To Get The Best Photos Of A Couple On Their Wedding Day - Video
E	An Honorable Approach to Maternity Portraiture - Video (available to members)
M	Safety Precautions For Newborn Photography - Photo critique (available to members)
E	What's The Best Lens For Portraits? - Forum discussion

Events

E	How To Prepare For Your First Event Photography Gig - Video
E	The Secret To Capturing The Moment - Blog post
E	How To Add A Professional Touch To Your Photojournalism Photos - Blog post
E	What Camera Should I Use For Event Photogaphy? - Blog post
E	Tips For Shooting A Large Event, Part I and Part II - Blog posts
E	What We Learned On The Green Lake Event Photography Team - Blog post
E	5 Tips For Shooting At The Fair - Blog post
E	Challenges Of Shooting A Family Conference - Blog post

Still Life

M	What You Need To Know To Get Started In Product Photography - Video (available to members)
E	First Shot At Product Photography - Blog post
M	5 Stages To Conducting A Photoshoot For A CD Cover - Video (available to members)
E	12 Puppy Photography Tips - Blog post
E	Improving A Product Image - Forum discussion
E	A Few Product Photography Tips - Forum discussion

Outdoor

E	Recommended Wildlife Photography Resources - Database (available to members)
E	Making A Natural Setting For Bird Photography - Database (available to members)
E	What Exactly Is Golden Hour? - Video (available to members)
E	Ideas for Better Sunsets -Video (available to members)
E	Suggestions For Improving Sunset Photos - Forum discussion
E	Choosing the Right Lens For Flower Photography - Video (available to members)
E	What's A Good Lens To Bring On A Hike In The Mountains? - Forum discussion
E	Maximize The Quality Of Your Moon Photos - Video (available to members)
M	Moon Photography Tips - Forum discussion
E	Preparing For The Epic Moment - Blog post
E	Beach Photography: 10 Challenges To Prepare For - Video (available to members)
M	How To Photograph Lightning In 5 Easy Steps - Video (available to members)
M	3 Ways To Shoot Landscapes At Night - Blog post
A	How To Use Stacking For Better Milky Way Shots - Forum discussion
E	Where We Went For Epic Pictures During CAPTURE Virginia - Blog post
E	Where We Went For Epic Pictures During CAPTURE Vermont - Blog post
A	A Step-By-Step Guide to Photographing The Stars - Behind the Shot (available to members)
A	When, Where and How to Shoot A Lunar Eclipse - A PhotoPills Guide
A	How To Photograph A Solar Eclipse - Special Topic (available to members)
A	When, Where and How To Shoot A Solar Eclipse - A PhotoPills Guide
A	When, Where and How to Shoot Meteor Showers - A PhotoPills Guide
E	Find Excellent Shooting Locations With Lenspiration's Scouting Guide - Lenspiration opportunity

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Learn to identify and meet the needs of those around you and you will never lack for a job. Carry out those jobs with excellence by learning the basic principles of pricing, relationship-building, and running a business.

E	Determine Your Photography Goals - Blog post
E	How To Start Getting Your Nature Shots Used - Blog post
E	Stock Photography Common Questions - Video series (available to members)
M	Getting Started With Lightstock - Video (available to members)
E	How I Shot An Architectural Assignment - Blog post
M	How Do I Know If I'm Prepared To Start Shooting Professionally? - Video (available to members)
M	Legalities Of Posting Pictures Of People On Blogs - Video (available to members)
M	Photo Permissions - What You Need To Know - Video (available to members)

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Pursue excellence by figuring out how to do what you're already doing in a more efficient way. Develop the skills and character that will help you save time, money and relationships.

E	How To Be Successful In Photography - Blog post
E	How Are You Shooting For Excellence? - Blog post
E	Dealing With Fears In Photography - Blog post
M	My Number One Recommendation For Shy Photographers - Video (available to members)
E	6 Benefits Of Using A Tripod - M&M episode (available to members)
E	How To Keep From Losing Photography Equipment And Accessories - M&M episode (available to members)
M	3 Keys To Staying Warm When It's Freezing Outside - M&M episode (available to members)
E	How To Keep From Missing Good Opportunities For Good Pictures - Blog post
A	How To Quickly Capture Accurate Exposure Between Rapidly Changing Exposure Situations - Video (available to members)
M	How I Clean My Camera Sensor In 10 Straightforward Steps - Video (available to members)
M	How to Deal With Intense, On-Stage Lighting - Video (available to members)
M	How to Use Bounce Flash - Video series (available to members)
E	Drone And Portraiture Tips From Professional Photographer Donnie Rosie - Interview (available to members)
E	How To Carry Out A Commercial Photography Shoot - Video (available to members)
M	How Does One Go About Developing A Personal Style In Photography? - Video (available to members)
E	Exploring Different Times of Day - Video - EXPLORE Video Series (available to members)
E	Helpful Websites For Online Location Scouting - Blog post
E	Tips For Online Location Scouting - Forum discussion
E	Speed Up Online Location Scouting Using Lenspiration's Scouting Guide - Lenspiration opportunity
E	Experience The Subtle Yet Powerful Results Of Photo Critique - Lenspiration opportunity
E	Why These Photo Submissions Were Rejected By This Designer - Forum topic

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Regardless of our skill levels, we can all learn how to be more effective communicators. Learn skills in writing, story-telling, and public presentation so you can be a more effective in helping others learn photography.

E	Getting Started In Public Speaking - Behind the shot (available to members)
M	Insights On Writing For A Photography Blog - Video (available to members)

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Photography is used for both good and evil. In a world that increasingly blurs the distinction between the two, how do we know for ourselves what is right? Are we standing alone in love, understanding the root issues behind the outward battles of our day?

E	How Do We Know What Is Right And Wrong In Photography? - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 4.1 (100% off for members)
E	Dealing With Expectations In Photography - Blog post
E	What Does Contentment In Photography Look Like? - Behind the shot (available to members)
E	Lessons On Purity From The Perspective Of A Photographer - Embassy Media interview (1 month free trial to Embassy Media available)
E	How To Set Up Ad-Free Internet Browsing In Firefox - Video (available to members)
E	How To Permanently Apply SafeSearch While Browsing Pixabay.com - Video
E	What Does It Look Like To Follow Christ's Example? - Blog post
E	Why Have A Higher Standard? - Blog post
E	The Whole Point Of Standing Alone - Behind the shot (available to members)
M	Thoughts On How To Respectfully Decline Taking Pictues of Things You Don't Want To Take Pictures Of - Special feature (available to members)
M	What Is The Testimony Of Your Online Presence? - Special feature (available to members)
E	What Are Your Convictions In Wedding Photography? - Blog post
E	This World Desperately Needs Warning Signs - Blog post
E	Understand The Analogy Of Noah's Ark - Behind the shot (available to members)
A	Join A RiseUp Discipleship Team - Online course (10% off coupon: LenspirationRU10   25% off membership-exclusive coupon: click here)

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It doesn't matter what equipment you have, are you learning from your experimentation and practice? Practice the tips in each of the following resources, one at a time, as if a coach had assigned them to you:

E	Can You Use Any Camera To Take Great Photos? - M&M episode (PRO exclusive)
E	8 Principles For Taking Better Photos With Any Camera - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	Moving My Pictures from Bad To Good To Better To Best - Blog post
E	Maximize On The Beauty Of Every-Day Locations - Behind the shot (PRO exclusive)
E	Tips For Helping Young Photographers Get Started - Blog post
A	How A Budding Photographer Learned To Photograph A Prizewinning Shot - Forum discussion (PRO exclusive)
E	Simple Ways For Beginners To Get Back Into Photography - Forum discussion
M	How To Photograph Back-Lit Leaves! - Special feature
A	How To Photograph Snowflakes - Forum discussion
E	The 3 S's Of Silhouette Photography - Special feature (PRO exclusive)
E	The Difference The Sun Can Make - Blog post
E	How To Create The Starburst Effect In-Camera - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	Observe The Critique Of Other's Photos - Database of PRO Critique videos
E	How To Capture The Unique Beauty Of Early Autumn - M&M episode (PRO exclusive)
E	How To Make The Most Of Peak Autumn Color - M&M episode (PRO exclusive)
E	How To Capitalize On The Distinct Advantages Of Late Autumn - M&M episode (PRO exclusive)
E	10 Amazing Benefits Of Shooting In Winter - Blog post
E	4 Keys To Enjoying Shooting In Cold Weather - Blog post
E	5 Tips For Shooting In Dreary January - Blog post
M	Improve Your Photography By Making The Most Of Your Spare Moments - Special feature (PRO exclusive)
M	5 Steps To Capturing The Silky Water Effect - M&M episode (PRO exclusive)
M	How To Photograph The Silky Water Effect On Bright Sunny Days - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	Christmas Tip: Blurry Background Christmas Lights - Blog post
E	How to Photograph the Glowy Effect - Video
E	3 Steps To Photographing Beautiful Background Blur - Video (PRO exclusive)
M	How To Capture Tack Sharp Reflections - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	Tips For Sharp Images Without A Tripod - Forum discussion
E	How To Take Action Shots That Are Always Tack Sharp - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	5 Tips For Focusing In The Dark - Blog post
M	Step By Step, Focusing For Night Photography - Video (PRO exclusive)
M	How To Shoot In The Darkness Of A Cave - M&M episode (PRO exclusive)
M	4 Methods For Nailing The Perfect White Balance - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	Shooting Advice Before Going On Vacation - Forum discussion
A	Shooting An Amazing Photo, From Start To Finish - Behind the shot (PRO exclusive)
A	Sequence Analysis: Discover A Habit Of The Professionals - Special feature (PRO exclusive)
E	Shoot For This Week's Photo Assignment - Lenspiration opportunity (PRO exclusive)

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As you grow, you will eventually want to upgrade. How do you know what to get? How do you get the best deal? Study each of the following resources and start making educated buying choices:

E	Choosing A Camera That's Right For You - Foundations of Photography Course, Section 1 (50% off in PRO)
E	Answering The Most Common Photography Question, Once And For All! - Blog post
M	Photography Buying Guide - Ebook (50% off in PRO)
E	Use The Forums To Help You Buy - Forum discussion
E	What's The Difference Between Smartphone Cameras And DSLRs? - Forum discussion
M	How This Photographer Bought His Very First DSLR Camera - Forum discussion
E	Some Camera Buying Advice - Blog post
E	Purchasing Recommendations - Blog post
E	What Camera Should I Upgrade to From A Nikon D40X? - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	Tips For Upgrading Lenses - Forum discussion
E	Is It Worth The Extra Cost To Get f/2.8 On A 70-200mm Lens? - Forum discussion
E	Deciding Between The f/1.4 or f/1.8 50mm Lens - Forum discussion
E	Thoughts On Upgrading A Nikon Camera - Forum discussion
E	What About Buying Refurbished? - Blog post
M	What Every Photographer Should Know About Tripod Heads - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	What You Need To Know When Buying A Polarizer Filter - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	Rechargeable Battery Recommendations - Forum discussion
M	Budget Nikon Speedlights - Forum discussion
M	Sell Your Old Equipment On The Forums! - Forum discussion

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Is your computer clogged with pictures? Finding it difficult find the shot you're looking for? Eliminate the confusion by getting organized using the following resources:

E	Secrets to Organizing Photos - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 5.5 (50% off in PRO)
E	10 Reasons Why I Use Lightroom - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 5.2 (50% off in PRO)
E	Can I Use Photoshop & Bridge Instead of Lightroom? - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 5.3 (50% off in PRO)
E	Getting Started in Lightroom - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 5.4 (50% off in PRO)
M	How To Merge Multiple Lightroom Catalogs - Forum discussion
E	Recommended Viewer For Sorting Through Pictures Quickly - Forum discussion
E	Tips For Organizing Files - Forum discussion
M	Resolving An Organizational Disaster - Forum discussion (PRO exclusive)
E	How I Back Up My Photos - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	Tips For Backing Up Photos - Forum discussion
E	Recovering Lost Data With Recuva - Video (PRO exclusive)

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Are your pictures lacking that "pop" that you see in the professionals' shots? It's time to master post-processing technique. Use these resources to do it:

E	If You Want To Start With Free Software . . . - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 5.1 (50% off in PRO)
E	Tutorial On How To Use RAWTherapee - Forum discussion
E	How To Get Started In Photoshop Elements - Video (PRO exclusive)
M	3 Apps For Detailed Editing On A Mobile Device - Blog post
E	The Reason We Edit - Forum discussion
E	Redeeming A Photo Using Lightroom - Behind the shot (PRO exclusive)
M	Importing And Sorting Photos in Lightroom - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	How to Use Virtual Copies in Your Normal Post-Processing Workflow - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	How Long Should It Take To Edit My Pictures? - Blog post
E	What To Do When Saturation Or Vibrance Doesn't Work - Photo critique (PRO exclusive)
E	Using LR Tools To Remove Distractions - Photo critique (PRO exclusive)
E	What Happens To My Photos When I End My Lightroom Subscription? - Video (PRO exclusive)
M	Is It Worth Upgrading To Lightroom CC? - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	How to Edit Photos Epicly - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	Extend A Photo With GIMP - Video
E	Thoughts On HDR Editing - Forum discussion
E	How This Prize-Winning Shot Was Edited - Forum discussion
A	Using Photoshop to Remove Lens Flare - Special feature (PRO exclusive)
E	A Practical Use For Photoshop's Color Blending Mode - Video (PRO exclusive)
M	How The “Lighten” Blend Mode Works And The Amazing Things It Can Do For You - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	Focus Stacking: When It Worked And When It Didn't - Blog post
M	How To Use Photoshop To Make A Picture Look More Cozy - Video (PRO exclusive)
M	How To Use Photoshop To Quickly Merge Two Photos Together - Video (PRO exclusive)
M	15 Principles Of Photo Compositing - Video (PRO exclusive)
A	How I Use Photoshop to Create the Cutouts In The Lenspiration Calendars - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	Using The Forums To Improve Your Photo Editing - Forum discussion

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What benefit are your pictures if they lay stagnant on a hard drive forever? Whether it's online or in print, it's time to start sharing your pictures! The resources below will show you how to do it:

E	What You Need To Know To Start Sharing Your Photos - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 5.6 (50% off in PRO)
M	How To Add A Professional Watermark To Your Photos - Video (PRO exclusive)
M	How To Set Up A Photography Portfolio On Facebook - Video (PRO exclusive)
M	Add Attractive Text To Your Photos - Photo critique (PRO exclusive)
E	Winning Photography Awards Takes More Than Coincidence - Blog post
M	How To Prepare Your Photos For a Photo Contest - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	5 Reasons Why The Printed Calendar Isn't Extinct Yet - Blog post
A	Use Your Photos In A Printed Wall Calendar - Lenspiration opportunity

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The subject of composition is as deep as the ocean . . . and as essential to the life and impact of an image as the air we breath! Start applying the concepts outlined in the resources below . . . sequentially, systematically:

E	Pillars of Composition - Foundations of Photography Course, Section 4 (50% off in PRO)
E	7 Fundamental Tools of Composition - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 4.2 (50% off in PRO)
M	A Two-Word Idea That Will Transform Your Composition - Behind the shot (PRO exclusive)
E	How Do I Make This Composition Work? - Blog post
E	3 Components Behind Every Great Picture - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 4.3 (50% off in PRO)
M	What's The Subject Of Your Photo? - Forum discussion
E	How Slight Rearranging Can Make All The Difference In The World - Blog post
M	Positioning Yourself For Better Compositions - M&M episode (PRO exclusive)
E	Why I Composed This Cityscape The Way I Did - Behind the shot (PRO exclusive)
E	How I Work A Scene In Landscape Photography - Blog post
E	Tweaking A Composition To Perfection - Behind the shot (PRO exclusive)

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Step out of your comfort zone and explore new horizons! There are worlds of new skills to be discovered. Pick a genre below and start practicing: People

EMA	PRO Posing - Database of posing ideas, portraiture ebooks, and recommended educational resources (PRO exclusive)
E	The Secret To Amazing Golden Hour Portraiture - Blog post
E	A Few Portraiture Tips From My Interview With A Pro - Blog post
M	The Process of Taking a Family Portrait - Special feature (PRO exclusive)
E	Learn To Set Up Better Family Poses In A Studio Setting - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	How Do I Conduct An Engagement Photoshoot? - Blog post
E	5 Things To Consider When Shooting A Wedding As A 2nd Photographer - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	A Few Ways To Improve A Wedding Photoshoot - Blog post
M	How To Get The Best Photos Of A Couple On Their Wedding Day - Video
E	An Honorable Approach to Maternity Portraiture - Video (PRO exclusive)
M	Safety Precautions For Newborn Photography - Photo critique (PRO exclusive)
E	What's The Best Lens For Portraits? - Forum discussion

Events

E	How To Prepare For Your First Event Photography Gig - Video
E	The Secret To Capturing The Moment - Blog post
E	How To Add A Professional Touch To Your Photojournalism Photos - Blog post
E	What Camera Should I Use For Event Photogaphy? - Blog post
E	Tips For Shooting A Large Event, Part I and Part II - Blog posts
E	What We Learned On The Green Lake Event Photography Team - Blog post
E	5 Tips For Shooting At The Fair - Blog post
E	Challenges Of Shooting A Family Conference - Blog post

Still Life

M	What You Need To Know To Get Started In Product Photography - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	First Shot At Product Photography - Blog post
M	5 Stages To Conducting A Photoshoot For A CD Cover - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	12 Puppy Photography Tips - Blog post
E	Improving A Product Image - Forum discussion
E	A Few Product Photography Tips - Forum discussion

Outdoor

E	What Exactly Is Golden Hour? - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	Ideas for Better Sunsets -Video (PRO exclusive)
E	Suggestions For Improving Sunset Photos - Forum discussion
E	Choosing the Right Lens For Flower Photography - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	What's A Good Lens To Bring On A Hike In The Mountains? - Forum discussion
E	Maximize The Quality Of Your Moon Photos - Video (PRO exclusive)
M	Moon Photography Tips - Forum discussion
E	Preparing For The Epic Moment - Blog post
E	Beach Photography: 10 Challenges To Prepare For - Video (PRO exclusive)
M	How To Photograph Lightning In 5 Easy Steps - Video (PRO exclusive)
M	3 Ways To Shoot Landscapes At Night - Blog post
A	How To Use Stacking For Better Milky Way Shots - Forum discussion
E	Where We Went For Epic Pictures During CAPTURE Virginia - Blog post
E	Where We Went For Epic Pictures During CAPTURE Vermont - Blog post
A	A Step-By-Step Guide to Photographing The Stars - Behind the Shot (PRO exclusive)
A	How To Photograph A Solar Eclipse - Special Topic (PRO exclusive)
E	Find Excellent Shooting Locations With Lenspiration's Scouting Guide - Lenspiration opportunity

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Learn to identify and meet the needs of those around you and you will never lack for a job. Carry out those jobs with excellence by learning the basic principles of pricing, relationship-building, and running a business.

E	Determine Your Photography Goals - Blog post
E	How To Start Getting Your Nature Shots Used - Blog post
E	Stock Photography Common Questions - Video series (PRO exclusive)
E	How I Shot An Architectural Assignment - Blog post
M	How Do I Know If I'm Prepared To Start Shooting Professionally? - Video (PRO exclusive)
M	Legalities Of Posting Pictures Of People On Blogs - Video (PRO exclusive)

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Pursue excellence by figuring out how to do what you're already doing in a more efficient way. Develop the skills and character that will help you save time, money and relationships.

E	How To Be Successful In Photography - Blog post
E	How Are You Shooting For Excellence? - Blog post
E	Dealing With Fears In Photography - Blog post
M	My Number One Recommendation For Shy Photographers - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	6 Benefits Of Using A Tripod - M&M episode (PRO exclusive)
E	How To Keep From Losing Photography Equipment And Accessories - M&M episode (PRO exclusive)
M	3 Keys To Staying Warm When It's Freezing Outside - M&M episode (PRO exclusive)
E	How To Keep From Missing Good Opportunities For Good Pictures - Blog post
M	How I Clean My Camera Sensor In 10 Straightforward Steps - Video (PRO exclusive)
M	How to Deal With Intense, On-Stage Lighting - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	Drone And Portraiture Tips From Professional Photographer Donnie Rosie - Interview (PRO exclusive)
M	How Does One Go About Developing A Personal Style In Photography? - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	Helpful Websites For Online Location Scouting - Blog post
E	Tips For Online Location Scouting - Forum discussion
E	Speed Up Online Location Scouting Using Lenspiration's Scouting Guide - Lenspiration opportunity
E	Experience The Subtle Yet Powerful Results Of Photo Critique - Lenspiration opportunity
E	Why These Photo Submissions Were Rejected By This Designer - (Forum Topic)

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Regardless of our skill levels, we can all learn how to be more effective communicators. Learn skills in writing, story-telling, and public presentation so you can be a more effective in helping others learn photography.

E	Getting Started In Public Speaking - Behind the shot (PRO exclusive)
M	Insights On Writing For A Photography Blog - Video (PRO exclusive)

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Photography is used for both good and evil. In a world that increasingly blurs the distinction between the two, how do we know for ourselves what is right? Are we standing alone in love, understanding the root issues behind the outward battles of our day?

E	How Do We Know What Is Right And Wrong In Photography? - Foundations of Photography Course, Lesson 4.1 (50% off in PRO)
E	Dealing With Expectations In Photography - Blog post
E	What Does Contentment In Photography Look Like? - Behind the shot (PRO exclusive)
E	How To Set Up Ad-Free Internet Browsing In Firefox - Video (PRO exclusive)
E	What Does It Look Like To Follow Christ's Example? - Blog post
E	Why Have A Higher Standard? - Blog post
E	The Whole Point Of Standing Alone - Behind the shot (PRO exclusive)
M	What Is The Testimony Of Your Online Presence? - Special feature (PRO exclusive)
E	What Are Your Convictions In Wedding Photography? - Blog post
E	This World Desperately Needs Warning Signs - Blog post
E	Understand The Analogy Of Noah's Ark - Behind the shot (PRO exclusive)
A	Join A RiseUp Discipleship Team - Online course (10% off coupon: LenspirationRU10   25% off PRO coupon: click here)

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