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The WonderBurst HSS8000 is a basic entry-level radio triggers for cameras and flashes. In our in-depth review, we evaluate if they will stand up to the competition.

Based on the Inverse Square Law, we learn how to trick the camera to black out the background. It is a useful trick for portraits, and one that every photographer should know. An off-camera flash is required…a real backdrop is not.

Red eye can quickly ruin an otherwise interesting candid or portrait. But what is it? And how can it be avoided? The answers to both within.

There’s a new light modification system in town from ExpoImaging, the makers of the ExpoDisc. The product line, the Rogue FlashBenders, can be bent into a number of different shapes, giving you ultimate control. Shutter Photo reviewed the whole line in this in-depth review.

This week, we highlight the work of a fast learner, Caleb Long. “Decisions, Decisions” is a photograph that has grown in our hearts every day since it was discovered. We’ll share the photo, and we’ll tell you why we love it so much in this week’s spotlight.

A few weeks ago, I shared with you that I happened upon a product called Light Scoop, thanks to Wired Magazine’s Gadget Lab. Well, the makers of Light Scoop were nice enough to send me a one to evaluate and review for Shutter Photo. Read on to see our thoughts and some example photos.

Looking to learn more about artificial flash and strobe photography? Perhaps you need an online resource like the widely acclaimed Strobist Blog. Read on to learn about what the site has to offer.