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The Lens Monthly.
Learn, get inspired, and keep up to date with all things SmugMug...and photography.
As always, we keep it fresh on SmugMug. Catch the latest iOS, Android, and Windows updates, along with a few key bug squashes.
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When the creative photography juices slow down, don’t panic! Just try one of these ten tips.
Karen Hutton shares her photography philosophy: express yourself, stay true to your expression, and continually learn, forget, create, and repeat.
Jay Ford, a visual creator, captures raw emotion. He encourages photographers to follow their hearts and create meaningful stories.
Lizzy Gadd shares her photography journey and tips: focus on mood, be in the moment, break rules creatively, and don't be afraid to skip a photo.
You don’t have to go “salesy” or sacrifice your art to sell more prints–try one simple naming convention to drive purposeful sales of your shots.
Andy Best shares tips for elevating outdoor photography: take time to enjoy the moment, get out of your comfort zone, and go where the story takes you.
Education
Ready to show off your photography? Put your shots in the spotlight in record time with this handy step-by-step guide to building a photo site on SmugMug.
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Never compromise on quality when it comes to storing and sharing your photos on SmugMug.
Client downloads are an exciting SmugMug feature that allow you to offer photo downloads to your clients as part of your photography packages.
Guest writer and professional photographer Varina Patel weighs in on how to keep your customer at the forefront of your mind the next time you're out shooting.
Ready to begin making more money as a real estate photographer, especially when slow season hits? Here are some creative ways to keep revenue flowing.
Transform your selfies into creative self-portraits. From background choice to mastering gear, dive into the art of self-portraiture with 10 essential tips.
Inspiration
Mike Mezeul II, a nature photographer, shares tips: Look deeper for a compelling story, get uncomfortable for unique perspectives, and seize opportunities.
You don’t need to fly to Africa or the Amazon for unique landscape photos and wildlife, you can find them in your backyard. Here’s how.
Greg Benz shares some interesting "developments" made possible by the latest HDR tools inside Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
Unlock the secrets to Tim Miller's photography success. Learn about branding, audience targeting, and leveraging technology for your own business growth.
Optimize your wedding photography business with insights from seasoned pro Lee Morris. Learn how to enhance client satisfaction, save time, and boost revenue.
Mike "Sharky" James, Alastair Jolly, and Frederick Van Johnson discuss our favorites from Adobe Max 2023.
News
SmugMug's latest iOS, Android, and Mac updates deliver bug fixes, stability improvements, and new features, keeping your photos looking and uploading their best.
The latest SmugMug updates include Lightroom Classic workflow fixes, improved iOS and Android performance, and smoother gallery management across the board.
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iOS Auto Backup fixes, macOS uploader improvements, a Lightroom Classic plugin patch, Windows app updates, and bug fixes for HEIC uploads and video content blocks this month on SmugMug.
Mobile Library enhancements, fresh branding, Mac uploader stability, and bug fixes for video downloads and HEIC uploads this month on SmugMug.
SmugMug’s latest improvements include a whole host of mobile app improvements and bug fixes for raw image editing, sharing, and QR code downloads.
The latest SmugMug updates bring the Collect feature, crash-free mobile apps, reliable auto-uploads, and fixes for iOS, Android, and desktop tools.