The Lens Monthly.
Learn, get inspired, and keep up to date with all things SmugMug...and photography.
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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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.
New photo products, updated app versions, squashing of bugs, and more! Read on for the latest updates from SmugMug.
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Privately sharing your SmugMug galleries, folders, and pages with your clients is easy.
Education
It’s scary to increase or decrease your prices. It doesn’t matter if it’s print sales or studio sessions. Here are 5 signals it’s time and how to do it.
Looking for creative ways to fundraise for your camp during the offseason? These techniques will boost your camp’s revenue and can also educate campers!
Marketing drives customers to your door. From portrait sessions to ecommerce shoots to weddings and lifestyle photography, here’s how to attract new clients.
Feeling like your photo site needs a new coat of paint? Here are some quick ways to energize your existing site—no “under construction” signs required.
SmugMug has a host of tools to make sure your brand is front and center and unified to help you and your business grow.
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
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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.
Capturing Volcán de Fuego's eruptions, photographer Mike Mezeul II explores the power of volatile landscapes in SmugMug's film "Where the Fire Is."
SmugMug's Source offers unlimited RAW photo storage and organization for photographers, emphasizing an all-in-one solution at a monthly cost starting at $3.