Finding the right resources for photography can be overwhelming and time-consuming. Our resource sharing templates help you deliver real value to your community by spotlighting trusted tools, guides, and inspirations. Empower your members to learn, grow, and connect with the best photography resources—without the hassle.
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Resource sharing posts are highly effective because they directly address a common need: discovering helpful tools and information without hours of research. By curating and recommending articles, apps, or tutorials, you position your community as a trusted hub for ongoing learning and improvement. Members appreciate the time saved and the sense of collective knowledge.
Psychologically, resource sharing fosters trust and reciprocity. When members consistently receive valuable recommendations, they are more likely to remain active, participate, and eventually share their own discoveries. This cycle not only deepens engagement but also builds a culture of generosity and expertise in your photography community.
Check out this free Lightroom preset pack I found. Perfect for landscape shots. Let me know if you try it.
💡 Example: "Check out this free Lightroom preset pack I found. Perfect for landscape shots. Let me know if you try it."
I stumbled upon an article about natural light photography. It's packed with tips. Worth a read for anyone struggling with lighting.
💡 Example: "I stumbled upon an article about natural light photography. It's packed with tips. Worth a read for anyone struggling with lighting."
Just discovered a YouTube channel that reviews photography gear in depth. Sharing the link if you want honest opinions.
💡 Example: "Just discovered a YouTube channel that reviews photography gear in depth. Sharing the link if you want honest opinions."
Has anyone tried this free online photo editor? It looks like a solid alternative to Photoshop.
💡 Example: "Has anyone tried this free online photo editor? It looks like a solid alternative to Photoshop."
Sharing a downloadable cheat sheet for exposure settings. It's been a lifesaver for my outdoor shoots.
💡 Example: "Sharing a downloadable cheat sheet for exposure settings. It's been a lifesaver for my outdoor shoots."
Found a podcast episode on building a photography portfolio. Give it a listen and share your takeaways.
💡 Example: "Found a podcast episode on building a photography portfolio. Give it a listen and share your takeaways."
This infographic breaks down depth of field in simple terms. Download it for your next shoot.
💡 Example: "This infographic breaks down depth of field in simple terms. Download it for your next shoot."
If you are looking for free stock photo sites, here's a list I use regularly.
💡 Example: "If you are looking for free stock photo sites, here's a list I use regularly."
Just updated my favorite photography apps list for 2024. Check them out and let me know your top picks.
💡 Example: "Just updated my favorite photography apps list for 2024. Check them out and let me know your top picks."
For beginners, this step-by-step guide to manual mode is super helpful. Download and keep it handy.
💡 Example: "For beginners, this step-by-step guide to manual mode is super helpful. Download and keep it handy."
Sharing an article on creative self-portrait ideas. Try one and post your results.
💡 Example: "Sharing an article on creative self-portrait ideas. Try one and post your results."
Here's a video tutorial on night photography basics. Perfect for shooting after sunset.
💡 Example: "Here's a video tutorial on night photography basics. Perfect for shooting after sunset."
Download this free posing guide for couples. Great for wedding or engagement sessions.
💡 Example: "Download this free posing guide for couples. Great for wedding or engagement sessions."
I found a list of budget-friendly camera accessories. Sharing for anyone looking to upgrade gear.
💡 Example: "I found a list of budget-friendly camera accessories. Sharing for anyone looking to upgrade gear."
This blog post on editing workflows saved me hours. Recommended for anyone juggling lots of files.
💡 Example: "This blog post on editing workflows saved me hours. Recommended for anyone juggling lots of files."
Has anyone used this lens rental service? Here is my referral link if you want to try it.
💡 Example: "Has anyone used this lens rental service? Here is my referral link if you want to try it."
Sharing a calendar of upcoming online photo contests. Let us know if you enter any.
💡 Example: "Sharing a calendar of upcoming online photo contests. Let us know if you enter any."
Check out this interactive map of great local photo spots. Share your favorite locations too.
💡 Example: "Check out this interactive map of great local photo spots. Share your favorite locations too."
This PDF guide explains color theory for photographers. Download to level up your editing.
💡 Example: "This PDF guide explains color theory for photographers. Download to level up your editing."
I compiled a playlist of inspiring photography talks. Listen and let us know your favorites.
💡 Example: "I compiled a playlist of inspiring photography talks. Listen and let us know your favorites."
If you are new to macro photography, this beginner's toolkit might help. Check it out.
💡 Example: "If you are new to macro photography, this beginner's toolkit might help. Check it out."
Just found a free watermarking app for protecting your images online.
💡 Example: "Just found a free watermarking app for protecting your images online."
This forum post has a list of must-read photography books. Add your recommendations below.
💡 Example: "This forum post has a list of must-read photography books. Add your recommendations below."
Sharing a calendar of upcoming virtual workshops for portrait photographers.
💡 Example: "Sharing a calendar of upcoming virtual workshops for portrait photographers."
Download this quick reference chart for white balance settings. Super handy in changing light.
💡 Example: "Download this quick reference chart for white balance settings. Super handy in changing light."
Here is a video that demonstrates creative smartphone photography tricks.
💡 Example: "Here is a video that demonstrates creative smartphone photography tricks."
Found a guide for shooting in harsh sunlight. Let us know if you have more tips.
💡 Example: "Found a guide for shooting in harsh sunlight. Let us know if you have more tips."
I use this free metadata tool to organize my photos. Try it if you need to tidy up your library.
💡 Example: "I use this free metadata tool to organize my photos. Try it if you need to tidy up your library."
Here's an article on legal basics every photographer should know. Worth bookmarking.
💡 Example: "Here's an article on legal basics every photographer should know. Worth bookmarking."
This free course covers editing basics in Lightroom. Enroll and share your progress in the comments.
💡 Example: "This free course covers editing basics in Lightroom. Enroll and share your progress in the comments."
Sharing a list of the best online photo backup services. Protect your memories.
💡 Example: "Sharing a list of the best online photo backup services. Protect your memories."
Download this printable checklist for outdoor shoots. Helps you remember the essentials.
💡 Example: "Download this printable checklist for outdoor shoots. Helps you remember the essentials."
I found a free trial for a popular photo editing app. Grab it before it expires.
💡 Example: "I found a free trial for a popular photo editing app. Grab it before it expires."
This article explains how to get started with drone photography. Anyone using drones here?
💡 Example: "This article explains how to get started with drone photography. Anyone using drones here?"
Here is a free eBook on mastering black and white photography.
💡 Example: "Here is a free eBook on mastering black and white photography."
Check out this step-by-step guide to building your first photo website.
💡 Example: "Check out this step-by-step guide to building your first photo website."
I recommend this online community for instant photo critiques. Join if you want feedback.
💡 Example: "I recommend this online community for instant photo critiques. Join if you want feedback."
This resource compares the top tripods for travel photographers.
💡 Example: "This resource compares the top tripods for travel photographers."
Download a printable planner for tracking your photography goals this year.
💡 Example: "Download a printable planner for tracking your photography goals this year."
Here is a list of free online courses for learning composition skills.
💡 Example: "Here is a list of free online courses for learning composition skills."
Found a calculator that helps pick the best aperture for portraits. Try it and share your results.
💡 Example: "Found a calculator that helps pick the best aperture for portraits. Try it and share your results."
Use these templates to regularly share new tools, tutorials, or references relevant to photographers of all levels. Personalize the resource introduction with a brief note on why it is useful, and always encourage members to share their thoughts or experiences. Rotate between different formats—articles, videos, gear reviews, or cheat sheets—to keep content fresh and engaging. Track which types of resources generate the most interaction and refine your approach over time.
These resource sharing templates work on all major platforms including Facebook Groups, Discord, Slack, forums, and more. Tailor the level of detail to the platform—use concise posts for chat-based channels and longer explanations for forums. Add relevant hashtags or pin key resources for easy access.
Aim for at least one resource post per week to maintain value without overwhelming members. Adjust based on engagement.
Tutorials, guides, editing tools, gear reviews, and curated lists are all high-value for photographers at any level.
Add a call to action such as asking for feedback or experiences, and invite members to share their own favorite resources.
Yes, adding a personal note about why you recommend the resource makes your post more relatable and trustworthy.
Absolutely, as long as the resource is relevant, credible, and adds value to your members.
You can share both, but always clarify if a resource is paid. Prioritize free or trial options to maximize accessibility.
Track engagement metrics like comments, shares, and clicks. Use feedback to refine which resources resonate most.