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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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.
Mike Mezeul II, a nature photographer, shares tips: Look deeper for a compelling story, get uncomfortable for unique perspectives, and seize opportunities.
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.
Education
Uncover SmugMug's versatile features to enhance your photography—from sports and family moments to business promotion and travel tales.
When natural light won’t work or isn’t enough, strobe lighting can be your saving grace. Here’s your official guide to strobe photography.
Discover winning strategies in sports photography, from capturing dynamic shots to effective marketing and sales techniques.
Customize privacy on SmugMug! From public to private, password protection, and private sharing, control who sees your photos.
Get your clients and customers access to your photos faster, easier, and more streamlined than ever with SmugMug’s Events feature.
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Learn how photographers can use SmugMug to optimize digital downloads for a high-margin way to make more money from their work.
Inspiration
Discover the thrilling world of action photography with Richard Burley, founder of Epic Action Imagery. Learn about his journey and tips for success.
Heidi Anderson, the visionary behind Legacy Livestock Imaging, shares her journey capturing the essence of rural America. Learn from her photography wisdom.
Capture precious moments with newborn photography expert Erika Seress. Learn her journey, photography tips, and advice for SmugMug beginners.
Explore the captivating world of aerial and landscape photography with Andy Yeung. Discover his unique perspective on Hong Kong's urban landscapes.
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.
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.