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Here is a tip for using image metadata effectively within NextGEN Gallery. NextGEN Gallery handily can display the metadata and keywords contained in your images and display them. You can display images with captions and keywords will be converted into tags for easy sorting and searching through images.

More and more we’re seeing photographers have the desire to move from SmugMug to WordPress, and for many reasons. Complete control over the user experience Additional display styles for galleries Lower fees and no commissions on sales Consistent branding due to lack of multiple sites There are probably more we’re missing, but those are the…

I’ve been a professional photography editor now for over 7 years – which is more experience in the industry than a lot of the photographers out there. That being said, I’ve learned a lot about how to edit efficiently over the years. As it stands, my average rate of editing is about 100 images per…

Lightroom presets can be life savers, time savers and make you more efficient. Learn what a Lightroom preset is, why use a Lightroom preset and which Lightroom presets are the best.

Building a professional photography website is one of the most important steps you can take as a photographer to showcase your work and grow your brand. While social media is great for sharing snapshots, it doesn’t offer the same level of control, visibility, and flexibility as having your own website. Creating a photography website gives…

In branding, every detail matters, especially for designers, photographers, and artists who rely on solid visuals to connect with their audience. However, the role of typography and color theory in effective branding is much more than choosing a pretty font or hue. My understanding of color first began to change when I decided to take…