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June 02, 2017

49 Famous Photographers Who Deserve Your Attention

From Annie Leibovitz to Robert Capa to Dorothea Lange, the Skylum team has put together a list of 49 famous photographers you should know.

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May 26, 2017

Tips for Mastering the Fisheye Lens

A fisheye lens is an incredible tool that allows you to show the usual scenes in a surrealistic way. Check out these simple tips and use fisheye lenses like a pro. Some tips can even be used for prime lenses.

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May 17, 2017

3 steps for editing better black and white portraits

With Luminar’s wonderful B&W workspace, you can turn a seemingly plain color image into something absolutely striking!

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May 13, 2017

Essential filters for breathtaking cityscapes

Tap into the creative power of 7 key Luminar filters that will bring out the best in your cityscape photos.

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April 21, 2017

7 things you should know about Sony’s Recently Unveiled Alpha 9

Want to know why everyone's so excited about the new Sony A9?Check out Skylum's favorite facts about it!

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April 19, 2017

Must-read: capture the character and make portraits that matter

Anyone can tell you how to take a portrait. We'll help you make portraits that matter.

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April 13, 2017

The match made in Heaven: eagle photography & Luminar

If you plan to take photos of eagles or other birds, make sure to check out these helpful tips from Scott Bourne.

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April 13, 2017

The ABCs to improve your wildlife photography

In the wild life, we can not make the "models" pose for our shots, but we try to learn to speak their language.

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April 10, 2017

Best photos from the wild life (that you can't miss)

They are different, wild and gorgeous. Look at them, but don't touch.

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April 05, 2017

Bring out the beauty in your bird photography

Laurie Rubin, an award-winning wildlife photographer, tells how to bring out the details and colors in those beautiful feathers and intense eyes

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March 31, 2017

7 essential Luminar filters for perfect portraits

High Key, Orton and others: these 7 filters are here to help you make amazing portraits with ease.

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March 29, 2017

Easy and Simple HDR Photo Merging Software for Mac

Creating HDR images on your Mac requires effective and simple HDR software in the first place.

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March 29, 2017

Is HDR Photography a Cheating?

Some say that using HDR for some kind of photography, like real estate, isn't completely fair. So is HDR effect a cheating?

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March 29, 2017

Taking Stellar HDR Photos at Night

Obviously every photographer knows how beautiful great stellar photo looks - but shooting such kind of images is not an obvious task.

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March 13, 2017

Jordan Matter + Skylum will bring you something AWESOME

We met Jordan Matter for a coffee. Then we came up with a mind-blowing idea...

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March 03, 2017

HDR Mac Software for Beginners

It's easy to fall in love with HDR photography - but HDR merging can be rather difficult for beginners. But with the right app, you'll be able to master HDR with no problems.

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February 22, 2017

Tips to make your Facebook photo page or group more popular

Making your Facebook page popular takes efforts, but it is not as hard as many would think

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January 27, 2017

Best DSLR Camera for HDR Photos

A good HDR image depends on the quality of the original shots, so you need to know how to use your camera to get the best pictures for merging.

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January 18, 2017

61G Ocean Entry Lava Flow + Behind the Scenes

Check out this exclusive behind the scenes look at Jack's adventure to capture the 61G ocean entry.

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December 13, 2016

Luminar Pluto: It's even better than we planned

We've promised you frequent Luminar updates. Prepare to be amazed (and delighted!).

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December 02, 2016

What is HDR on Camera?

HDR mode on your digital camera makes a huge difference for the perfect amount of exposure in a scene of light and dark elements.

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October 26, 2016

All the Best Photo Effects in One Mac App

It's easy to apply all kinds of photo effects and filters using one single Mac app.

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September 29, 2016

Cool Photo Effects

Discover cool photo effects that make your pictures stand out. Learn how to add depth, emotion, and unique style to wedding, family, and portrait photos — beyond basic Instagram filters.

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September 26, 2016

Take a look inside Aurora HDR 2017

3 Videos that show the beauty and powers of the new Aurora HDR 2017

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September 23, 2016

7 Basic Photo Editing Advice for Mac Users

Mac computers suited perfectly for photo editing and graphic processing.

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September 12, 2016

7 reasons to use Aurora HDR for your HDR photography

You have many choices in HDR editors. Here are the BIG reasons to pick Aurora HDR

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September 07, 2016

The Power of Cropping in Photography

The easiest tool you can use to improve the composition of the image is cropping. Both beginners and experienced photographers are faced with the need to crop photos. While beginners are usually guided by their taste, professionals are guided by the basic rules of cropping in photography.

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September 06, 2016

HDR Photography vs. HDR TV Explained

As a photographer, you might be tempted to purchase an HDR TV or and HDR screen. Which to choose?

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August 31, 2016

Easy Image Noise Reduction in All-In-One Mac Image Editor

With Luminar's noise reduction module, you are able to effectively reduce the amount of noise.

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August 19, 2016

Meet the new dawn of HDR with Aurora HDR 2017

It's been almost a year since Aurora HDR hit the scene. Now, the new version is coming. Take a look!

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August 15, 2016

Celebrate the World Photo Day 2016 with Skylum

Did you capture the best moment of your life in the photos? It's time to share it with the world!

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August 02, 2016

Your photo inspiration: Cats vs. Dogs

Smiling expands life, so take a look at these adorable cuties! They're so lovely and adorable...

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July 27, 2016

Wedding Photography

Ready to dive into wedding photography? It’s a world full of love, laughter, and unexpected moments waiting to be captured.

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July 20, 2016

Tips for Photographing the Night Sky

You'll need to read only ten tips to take magnificent shots of the night sky.

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July 20, 2016

Best Astrophotos: A Visual Journey Through the Night Sky

Learn how to capture stunning night sky photos with depth and clarity. Master long exposure, star tracking, and framing for perfect astrophotography.

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July 20, 2016

Best Image Editor for Mac OS 10.8 Mountain Lion

Mountain Lion is a great OS developed by Apple specially for Mac computers.

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July 18, 2016

10 best places for stargazing

Pick up your camera and get ready for capturing the stars around the USA.

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July 10, 2016

These 5 tips will make your photos look fantastic

We'll tell you how to take great photos and how to make a great photo look even better.

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June 29, 2016

How to Photograph Fireworks: Master Firework Photography

Fireworks don’t have to be hard to photograph! Learn how to shoot them like a pro, avoid common mistakes, and make your photos pop.

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June 15, 2016

Extract Image Editing Metadata on a Mac

Metadata of the image file contains the information about date of the edit, software used etc.

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June 10, 2016

6 Ocean Mysteries Revealed

Only 2-5% of the Earth’s oceans are studied. What’s hidden behind those 95-98%?

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June 10, 2016

9 facts about whales you didn't know before

Whales are fantastic and intelligent creatures that almost seem unreal or alien...

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June 09, 2016

Switch to the #1 HDR tool in the world

Tired of dissapointing or too complicated HDR software? It's time to try something new...

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May 30, 2016

Should you buy photo editor which is Mac-only?

Purchasing Mac-only compatible photo editor can be worthy, if you own a Mac computer.

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May 25, 2016

5 Things to Think about when taking ANY Photo

Creating a masterpiece starts with long before you take the camera into your hands.

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May 15, 2016

Best Mac Photos Plugins

Explore the unlimited power and versatility of photo editing tools with your favorite Mac apps.

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May 11, 2016

Online Versus Desktop Photo Editing: The Right Choice

Nowadays you don't even need a separate desktop application to edit your photos.

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May 09, 2016

Exploring urban HDR photography

Jim Nix knows how to reveal the hidden sides of any city. Great locations are everywhere around you.

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May 05, 2016

The World Through an HDR Lens: Mauritius

This week we'll go to a real paradise where the sun is always shining.

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May 04, 2016

HDR Interior Photography

To create a stunning HDR photo, you don't have to leave your home. Check how it works!

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August 04, 2025

What Size Are Wallet Photos: Get the Perfect Wallet Fit

Wondering what size wallet photos are? Learn the standard wallet photo dimensions, how to print them, and tips for getting the perfect fit for your wallet.

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August 29, 2025

Autumn Photoshoot Outfit Ideas To Try This Cozy Season

Explore fall photoshoot outfit ideas with this guide to trending colors, textures, and accessories that will make your autumn pictures stand out.

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October 28, 2025

What Is Panning In Photography And How To Capture Motion

Panning is the simplest trick to make a photo move, which perfectly shows the panning photography definition. Track your subject, pick the right shutter, and suddenly a runner becomes a line of intent.

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