LumiCast

Jakub Bors & Holly Linton

Your go-to podcast for everything photo editing, photography, and all things Luminar NEO. Join us as we explore creative techniques, expert tips, inspiring stories, and the latest updates from the world of photography. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, LumiCast helps you elevate your skills and fuel your passion—one episode at a time.

  1. 22 Camera Filters Every Photographer Should Know

    vor 3 Tagen

    22 Camera Filters Every Photographer Should Know

    In this fun and surprisingly eye-opening episode of LumiCast, Jakub and Holly dive into the world of camera filters and explore 22 different types that photographers can use to protect their lenses, control light, create artistic effects, and unlock entirely new creative possibilities. From classic ND filters and polarizers to astrophotography filters, kaleidoscope effects, ghosting filters, starbursts, infrared photography, and the popular Lensbaby Omni System, this episode is packed with ideas to help you see your camera in a whole new way. Whether you're a landscape photographer, portrait shooter, night sky enthusiast, or simply looking for fresh inspiration, you'll discover that filters can be much more than just a piece of glass on the front of your lens. #CameraFilters #PhotographyGear #PhotographyTips #LumiCast #LuminarNEO #Skylum ================================ Links & Resources 👉 Get Luminar NEO (Use code CPNEO10 for 10% OFF): https://skylum.evyy.net/c/1450774/2957957/3255 📷 Landscape Camera Settings Toolkit: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/camera-toolkit-landscape 🌐 Clever Photographer: https://www.cleverphotographer.com 🤖 LumiBot: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/lumibot ⚡ LightBot: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/lightbot 📸 Connect with Jakub: https://www.borsphoto.com 📷 Connect with Holly: https://www.hollylintonphotography.com ================================ 🌞 Summer Break Announcement This episode marks the start of our summer break. We'll be taking a few weeks off to recharge, photograph, travel, and prepare lots of exciting new LumiCast content. 🎙️ We'll be back on 4th September with fresh episodes, new photography topics, and plenty more fun discussions. Until then, enjoy your summer, keep shooting, keep editing, and most importantly — keep having fun with your photography! 📸☀️

    35 Min.
  2. Portrait Photography for Beginners

    5. Juni

    Portrait Photography for Beginners

    In this beginner-friendly episode of LumiCast, Jakub and Holly break down the essentials of portrait photography and share practical tips to help you capture better photos of people. From choosing the right lens and camera settings to finding flattering light, working with models, and creating natural-looking edits, this episode covers everything you need to know to start your portrait photography journey with confidence. They also discuss common beginner mistakes, how to make people feel comfortable in front of the camera, simple posing techniques, and why great portraits are about more than just technical settings. Whether you're photographing family members, friends, clients, or simply exploring a new genre of photography, this episode will help you build a strong foundation and create portraits you'll be proud of. 📸 Portrait Photography Masterclass: Ready to take your portrait editing to the next level? 👉 https://www.cleverphotographer.com/portrait-masterclass-presale Learn how to edit portraits naturally, enhance skin and eyes, work with Luminar NEO's latest portrait tools, and build a complete portrait editing workflow from start to finish. #PortraitPhotography #PhotographyForBeginners #PortraitTips #LumiCast #LuminarNEO #Skylum ================================ Links & Resources 👉 Get Luminar NEO (Use code CPNEO10 for 10% OFF): https://skylum.evyy.net/c/1450774/2957957/3255 📷 Landscape Camera Settings Toolkit: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/camera-toolkit-landscape 📸 Portrait Photography Masterclass: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/portrait-masterclass-presale 🌐 Clever Photographer: https://www.cleverphotographer.com 🤖 LumiBot: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/lumibot ⚡ LightBot: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/lightbot 📸 Connect with Jakub: https://www.borsphoto.com 📷 Connect with Holly: https://www.hollylintonphotography.com

    41 Min.
  3. Macro Photography for Beginners

    22. Mai

    Macro Photography for Beginners

    In this beginner-friendly episode of LumiCast, Jakub and Holly dive into the fascinating world of macro photography — where tiny subjects suddenly become larger than life. From flowers, insects, mushrooms, bubbles, and snowflakes… to jewelry, textures, water droplets, and creative abstract shots, this episode explores how macro photography helps photographers see the world in a completely different way. They break down the gear you need, including macro lenses, filters, lighting, tripods, and focusing tools, while also sharing practical advice on camera settings, focus peaking, focus stacking, and post-processing inside Luminar NEO. Whether you’re completely new to macro photography or simply curious about trying it for yourself, this episode is packed with inspiration and simple tips to help you get started. 👏 Special thanks to community member Nick Butchko for inspiring this episode! #MacroPhotography #PhotographyTips #CloseUpPhotography #LumiCast #LuminarNEO #Skylum ================================ Links & Resources 👉 Get Luminar NEO (Use code CPNEO10 for 10% OFF): https://skylum.evyy.net/c/1450774/2957957/3255 📷 Landscape Camera Settings Toolkit: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/camera-toolkit-landscape 🌐 Clever Photographer: https://www.cleverphotographer.com 🤖 LumiBot: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/lumibot ⚡ LightBot: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/lightbot 📸 Connect with Jakub: https://www.borsphoto.com 📷 Connect with Holly: https://www.hollylintonphotography.com

    25 Min.
  4. US vs Europe: The Best Photography Locations Compared

    24. Apr.

    US vs Europe: The Best Photography Locations Compared

    In this travel-inspired episode of LumiCast, Jakub and Holly take you on a photographic journey across two continents — comparing some of the most iconic photography locations in the United States and Europe. From the dramatic cliffs of Yosemite and the vast landscapes of the Grand Canyon to the cinematic beauty of the Isle of Skye, the romantic streets of Paris, and the dreamy villages of Austria — this episode is packed with inspiration for your next photography adventure. Along the way, they share personal stories, honest opinions, and practical insights about what makes each location special, when to visit, and what to expect as a photographer. Whether you're a landscape lover, street photographer, or travel enthusiast, this episode will help you build your photography bucket list — and maybe even inspire your next trip. ================================ 🎯 In this episode: 🌄 Top photography locations in the USA (Yosemite, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, and more) 🏰 Iconic European spots (Isle of Skye, Venice, Paris, Dolomites, and beyond) 📸 Landscape vs city photography opportunities 🌦️ What to expect when shooting in different environments ✈️ Travel tips and real experiences from both continents 🧠 How to choose the right location for your photography style #TravelPhotography #PhotographyLocations #LandscapePhotography #LumiCast #LuminarNEO #Skylum ================================ Links & Resources 👉 Get Luminar NEO (Use code CPNEO10 for 10% OFF): https://skylum.evyy.net/c/1450774/2957957/3255  📷 Landscape Camera Settings Toolkit: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/camera-toolkit-landscape  🌐 Clever Photographer: https://www.cleverphotographer.com  🤖 LumiBot: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/lumibot  ⚡ LightBot: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/lightbot  📸 Connect with Jakub: https://www.borsphoto.com  📷 Connect with Holly: https://www.hollylintonphotography.com

    31 Min.
  5. 10 Lenses Every Photographer Should Know

    11. Apr.

    10 Lenses Every Photographer Should Know

    In this gear-packed episode of LumiCast, Jakub and Holly break down 10 essential camera lenses every photographer should understand — from ultra-wide lenses to telephoto giants and creative macro tools. This isn’t about owning every lens… it’s about knowing what each one does, when to use it, and how it can shape your photography style. They explore everything from wide-angle storytelling and street photography to portrait lenses, wildlife zooms, and macro photography — with real-world examples, honest opinions, and a few laughs along the way (including Holly’s impressive lens collection 👀). Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your kit, this episode will help you make smarter decisions and understand your gear on a deeper level. 🎯 In this episode: 📸 Ultra-wide lenses (14mm) and when to use them 🌄 Wide zoom lenses (16–35mm) for landscapes and travel 🏙 24mm & 35mm primes for storytelling and street photography 👁 The famous 50mm “nifty fifty” explained 🧑‍🎨 85mm portrait lens and subject separation 🔄 24–70mm all-purpose zoom lens 🔭 Telephoto lenses (70–200mm & 100–400mm) for reach 🦅 Super telephoto lenses for wildlife photography 🔍 Macro lenses for close-up detail 🎨 Creative lenses like Lensbaby #CameraLenses #PhotographyGear #LearnPhotography #LumiCast #LuminarNEO #Skylum ================================ Links & Resources 👉 Get Luminar NEO (Use code CPNEO10 for 10% OFF): https://skylum.evyy.net/c/1450774/2957957/3255 📷 Landscape Camera Settings Toolkit: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/camera-toolkit-landscape 🌐 Clever Photographer: https://www.cleverphotographer.com 🤖 LumiBot: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/lumibot ⚡ LightBot: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/lightbot  📸 Jakub Bors: https://www.borsphoto.com 📷 Holly Linton: https://www.hollylintonphotography.com

    37 Min.
  6. Luminar NEO Spring Upgrade Preview

    3. Apr.

    Luminar NEO Spring Upgrade Preview

    The Spring Upgrade for Luminar NEO 2026 is here — but how good is it really? In this special episode of LumiCast, Jakub and Holly break down everything included in the latest update, from improved portrait tools and smarter AI features to mobile app upgrades and workflow improvements. Jakub shares real insights from testing the new tools, including the upgraded Bokeh AI with depth masking, enhanced Face AI performance, powerful new Skin AI sliders, and improved masking controls with feathering and edge shifting. They also revisit their earlier predictions, compare expectations vs reality, and discuss whether this update is worth upgrading for — especially for portrait photographers. If you’re using Luminar NEO (or thinking about it), this episode will help you understand exactly what’s new and how it can impact your editing workflow. 📸 Portrait Masterclass (Pre-Sale + Bonuses): 👉 https://www.cleverphotographer.com/portrait-masterclass-presale #LuminarNEO #PhotoEditing #AIPhotography #LumiCast #Skylum #PhotographyTools ================================ Links & Resources 👉 Get Luminar NEO (Use code CPNEO10 for 10% OFF): https://skylum.evyy.net/c/1450774/2957957/3255 📷 Landscape Camera Settings Toolkit: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/camera-toolkit-landscape 🌐 Clever Photographer: https://www.cleverphotographer.com 🤖 LumiBot: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/lumibot ⚡ LightBot: https://www.cleverphotographer.com/lightbot 📸 Jakub Bors: https://www.borsphoto.com 📷 Holly Linton: https://www.hollylintonphotography.com

    22 Min.

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Your go-to podcast for everything photo editing, photography, and all things Luminar NEO. Join us as we explore creative techniques, expert tips, inspiring stories, and the latest updates from the world of photography. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, LumiCast helps you elevate your skills and fuel your passion—one episode at a time.

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