George Cairns
George has been freelancing as a photo fixing and creative tutorial writer since 2002, working for award winning titles such as Digital Camera, PhotoPlus, N-Photo and Practical Photoshop. He's expert in communicating the ins and outs of Photoshop and Lightroom, as well as producing video production tutorials on Final Cut Pro and iMovie for magazines such as iCreate and Mac Format. He also produces regular and exclusive Photoshop CC tutorials for his YouTube channel.
Latest articles by George Cairns

Hollyland VenusLiv review
By George Cairns published
Review Stream live HD footage to social media sites without being tethered to a desktop PC

Hollyland Lark M2 Wireless Lavalier Mic Combo Kit review
By George Cairns published
Review The Lark M2 is a marvelous mini wireless mic that packs a powerful audio punch

SmallRig x Brandon Li Mobile Video Kit for iPhone 15 Pro Max review
By George Cairns published
Review The SmallRig Brandon Li Mobile Video Kit enables you to capture smooth pans, tracks and tilts whatever the weather

Apple Final Cut Pro (10.6.8) review
By George Cairns last updated
review This non-linear editor can turn raw footage into slickly edited sequences thanks to a powerful set of professional post-production tools

SmallRig RC 60B COB LED Video Light review
By George Cairns published
Review The RC 60B COB LED Video Light combines lightweight portability with impressive power

Godox WEC review
By George Cairns published
Review The Godox WEC Kit2 enables you to be heard from a distance - even in noisy environments

Godox IVM-S3 review: double-barrelled shotgun mic
By George Cairns published
Review Capture interview sound in noisy locations with this double-barrelled shotgun mic kit

Gomatic McKinnon Cube Pack review: travel smart
By George Cairns published
Review This compact cube transforms into a backpack, providing a lightweight way to transport kit and clothing

Social media has demonstrated that you can teach an old dog tricks. Here are 5 photo and video techniques I’ve learned
By George Cairns published
Features Get creative with your clips and stills using these social-media-inspired tips, tricks, and techniques

7Artisans DMic-S wireless microphone review
By George Cairns published
Review Get your voice heard loud and clear - even from a distance - without blowing your budget

Joby Beamo Reel Color LED review
By George Cairns published
Review Add a touch of color to your location portraits with this lightweight and highly portable LED

DxO FilmPack 7 review
By George Cairns published
Review Give your digital photos an analog look with this versatile vintage film emulator

DxO PhotoLab 7 review
By George Cairns published
Review Process your Raw files to perfection using AI-assisted denoising tools and downloadable optics modules

The iPhone 15 Pro Max's cameras have reignited my passion for photography!
By George Cairns published
OPINION With its 120mm zoom and Portrait bokeh for telephoto subjects, the iPhone 15 Pro Max is my go-to camera for work and play

Joby Beamo Studio Deluxe Lighting Kit review
By George Cairns published
Review Light up your life - or your face at least - with this budget home studio lighting kit

Godox Virso / Virso S 2.4GHz Wireless Microphone System review
By George Cairns published
Review Record high-quality wireless audio from a distance with this versatile mic system

How a photo walk helped me capture a favorite location with new eyes
By George Cairns published
Features Shooting with other photographers opened my eyes to creative new angles and subjects

Why do I still shoot stock if I only get 10 cents a sale?
By George Cairns published
Opinion Picture sales may be pitiful, but video clips are the key to a useful passive income

Best digital asset management software for photographers
By George Cairns published
Buying Guide This is the best DAM software to help you control your ever-growing collection of precious photo and video files

My smartphone produces stabilized video, so why on earth should I buy a gimbal?
By George Cairns published
opinion Despite optical and software smartphone stabilization, there are still so many advantages to using a gimbal

Hohem iSteady M6 Gimbal review
By George Cairns published
Review Add Hollywood-style moves to your smartphone footage with this plug-and-play gimbal

Why I choose to shoot on the iPhone while my DSLR gathers dust
By George Cairns published
opinion As a dyed-in-the-wool DSLR user for decades, I now shoot almost exclusively on the iPhone. Here’s why…

The best photo culling software: AI apps to help you find your best shots
By George Cairns published
Buying Guide We’ve gathered a collection of photo culling apps to help you find those specs of gold amongst the dirt!
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