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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Client downloads are an exciting SmugMug feature that allow you to offer photo downloads to your clients as part of your photography packages.
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.
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.
Capturing Volcán de Fuego's eruptions, photographer Mike Mezeul II explores the power of volatile landscapes in SmugMug's film "Where the Fire Is."
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.
Education
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
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.
Less isn’t always more when it comes to pricing your photography. Our pros weigh in on how charging what you’re worth can go a long way toward earning it.
SmugMug equips you with everything you need to make dynamic, custom photo galleries and pages to showcase and sell your photography. Here’s how.
Inspiration
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.
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.
Enhance sports portraits with Levi Sim's tips: Master camera settings, shoot passionate subjects, and employ varied techniques and lighting for memorable shots.
Michael Shainblum journeys to capture the stunning San Francisco skyline in his signature time-lapse style.
A discussion on SSDs, SDs, CFs, and HDs with OWC's very own Ian Stone.
Alex Qian returns to his old stomping grounds—Chicago, the Windy City—in search of favorite spots and unexpected shots.
News
New print lab partnership with Fujifilm, a new image processing engine, updates to Photo Sites, and so much more!
Gallery Pre-Release boosts revenue 25%! Plus: smarter dashboards, smoother uploads, and faster tools across web, iOS, Android, and desktop.
Discover a fresh holiday approach from SmugMug! No discounts, just unwavering support for photographers.
SmugMug acquires This Week in Photo (TWiP) and its Editor-in-Chief Frederick Van Johnson. The move aims to connect, inspire, and educate photographers globally.
New photo products, updated app versions, squashing of bugs, and more! Read on for the latest updates from SmugMug.
Reflect on 2023 with SmugMug: Mobile empowerment, sales tools, improved stats, search upgrades, and strengthened security. Exciting plans for 2024!