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Self-portraits have long been an essential part of artistic expression, offering a unique avenue to explore personal identity, emotion, and the human experience. Unlike selfies, which often document superficial aspects like appearance and location, self-portraits delve deeper into the complexities of the self.

Great composition in photography should go unnoticed. Today, The Photographic Eye pootle down to Felixstowe to see why good composition is like breathing.

Is hair light really the key to stunning professional headshots? Photographer and educator Gary Hughes is here to settle the debate once and for all in this fun and informative lighting tutorial. For years, hair light has been cast aside, dismissed as a relic of 1980s glamour shots—but Gary thinks it’s time for a comeback!

One of the most misunderstood aspects in photography is the difference between zooming and changing perspective. This article demystifies these concepts and provides practical insights for photographers aiming to elevate their skills.

The Hasselblad X2D and 907X are two remarkable cameras that showcase Hasselblad's prowess in the medium format camera market. Despite sharing the same cutting-edge 100-megapixel sensor, these cameras differ significantly in their design, features, and intended use cases. This video explores these differences and similarities to help photographers choose the best option for their needs.

Darkroom printing may seem like a lost art in the age of digital photography, but it offers a timeless charm and quality unmatched by digital displays. This guide walks you through the process of creating silver gelatin prints from your digital photos using simple tools, Photoshop, and a printer, making professional-quality prints accessible even to beginners.

In this video Sean Tucker heads out onto the streets of London to show you his techniques for capturing images at night: from my settings for exposure, to thoughts on colour, weather, filters and safety.

Analog photography has experienced a resurgence in recent years, capturing the imagination of photographers and hobbyists alike. A compelling story of passion, inheritance, and preservation is epitomized by the 99 Cameras Museum in Paris—a project born from a son's effort to honor his father's legacy.

Creativity is essentially problem-solving. Problems fuel creativity, as boundaries and limitations force us to think unconventionally, combine ideas, and avoid decision paralysis. When no problems exist, we can spark creativity by creating boundaries, and a great way to do this is by setting ourselves a photographic project.

Natural light is a powerful and accessible tool in photography, capable of transforming a scene with its unique qualities. In this tutorial, Nathan Elson showcases three creative setups using one large window, demonstrating how to achieve professional-grade results with minimal equipment.