The Lens Monthly.
Learn, get inspired, and keep up to date with all things SmugMug...and photography.
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.
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Underexposure happens, but good news: it's easier to fix underexposure than overexposure. Here are the causes, the ways to prevent it, and the ways to edit it.
SmugMug packages are the perfect tool for professional photographers like you to offer curated bundles of photo prints and digital copies to your clients.
Mother's Day is a great time to boost your photography sales. We've put together this toolkit to help you do just that, with advice and ideas to grow your photo
Greg Benz shares some interesting "developments" made possible by the latest HDR tools inside Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
Backlinks can help you build more local business, bring buyers to your print pages, build your brand, and grow your revenue. Here are 5 ways to get them.
Unlock the secrets to Tim Miller's photography success. Learn about branding, audience targeting, and leveraging technology for your own business growth.
Education
Ensure perfect prints with this file-prep checklist! Learn about image size, shape, borders, color accuracy, and more from our in-house print experts.
Wondering how to add products, change profit margins, and run package promotions on SmugMug? This article, part 1 of a 4-part series, will get you started.
Want to build coupons, limited-time offers, and BOGO deals to drive photo sales? This article, part 2 of a 4-part series, will get you going.
Your style is part of your brand, and your customers will notice that first when hunting for a photographer. Learn how to perfect your style and keep growing.
Elevate your SmugMug site's branding! Customize error pages to enhance your visitors’ experience. Read tips to create a uniquely branded online presence.
Your clients are hungry for your photos, and digital downloads are a simple, profitable way to get your images into the hands of the people who want them.
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
New Capture One plug-in, new cart payment options, updated apps, bug fixes, and more!
A fresh approach to our features on smugmug.com, plus the handy updates and fixes you know and love.
New visual cropping guide, better controls for your SmugMug website, and a whole lot of bug squashing.
Improve your sales with lightning-fast shopping, and enjoy new perks for photographers. Boost your business now!
Updates to our iOS and Android mobile apps, changes to deprecated features, and lots of bug squashing.
A brand-new dashboard, smoother uploads, and smarter tools—this month’s updates make your workflow faster, clearer, and more connected.