The post How to Win a Photography Contest (11 Expert Tips) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Darren Rowse. This article was updated in December 2023 with contributions from Darren Rowse, Andrew Suryono, Yauhen Zaremba, Simon Bond, Nicholas Moeggenberg, and Christina N Dickson. Photography contests are a wonderful way to improve your photography. While photography just for the sake of photography is a lot of fun, a competition can help you raise the bar as a photographer; after all, you know your image will be seen by a discerning group of judges and possibly even displayed along with other winners. Photography competitions come in all shapes and sizes, and they range from small online contests and local...

Want to start the new year with a free tutorial from Fstoppers? All you have to do is help us choose our Photographer of the Year! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I first heard of 52Frames on Reddit and joined a few months later in December, 2022. I liked the concept, but for some reason I didn’t think I could commit to a long-term project. As the New Year approached, I asked myself “Hey, what if...”. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Strauss)

Lightroom has become an impressively capable editing application, and you can easily use it to process a lot of photos without heading over to Photoshop. One of the most important skills a photographer needs is the ability to emphasize their subject, and this great video tutorial will show you three different ways to do that in Lightroom. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Continually exploring new techniques is essential for capturing your best images, especially in landscape photography. The practice of exposure bracketing, a technique of taking multiple photographs of the same scene at different exposure levels, is one of those valuable tools for photographers seeking to achieve perfect exposure in their images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I used to think that creating virtual tours required thousands of dollars on gear and a subscription to expensive hosting platforms. In this video, I'm going to show you how to create one with a pocket-sized camera, a smartphone, and free software. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lee Morris)

It seems more and more, competitors are showing up in the COB LED lighting world, and this is no exception. This is the Genaray Portabright, and here's what it’s like to shoot with and ultimately who it could be for. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Fynn Badgley)

Photographing in low light is one of the most challenging tasks you can encounter. This is a scenario where your setup truly matters. Not only should you know what to do with your camera, but also keep in mind which camera to bring for low-light photography. In this article, I will go over the essential gear for such work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

The post 9 Powerful Tips for Keeping Your Images Straight appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jim Hamel. This article was updated in January 2024 with contributions from Jim Hamel, Darren Rowse, and Jaymes Dempsey. The horizon line is a big deal in many forms of photography, including the landscape, travel, and architectural genres. And even if there isn’t a true horizon line in your picture, there’s often a line running through the picture that viewers expect – often subconsciously – to appear straight. Given that, you might be surprised to realize that crooked lines are a huge problem for beginner photographers (and they can be a problem for more advanced shooters, too!). We often become so...

What is it that makes a successful professional photographer? How does one rise above the din of images we are bombarded with every day? This excellent video features a seasoned professional photographer discussing the issue and offering some helpful insights. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Sigma fp and fp L cameras, recognized as the world's smallest and lightest full frame interchangeable lens cameras, are products of Sigma's meticulous design and manufacturing process. A recent video reveals the detailed behind-the-scenes of how Sigma designs, machines, and assembles these cameras. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

While the more specialized models generally get more attention, the Sony a7 line has long been the bread and butter camera of choice for many creatives who need a solid balance of photo and video features at a price that won't break the bank. How has the a7 IV held up over time? This great video review takes a long-term look at the camera and how it holds up to demanding modern workflows. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A legal conflict has erupted involving a former photographer for the British royal family, Glenn Harvey, who is taking legal action against a Chattanooga-based menswear retailer for allegedly using one of his photographs of Princess Diana without permission. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp experienced a mix of emotions following his team's significant victory in the English Premier League. His elation quickly turned to concern when he realized he had misplaced his wedding ring during the post-match festivities on Monday, buried somewhere in the grass of the massive pitch. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Venus Optics has recently announced the Laowa FF II 10mm f/2.8 C&D Dreamer, marking Laowa's initial foray into the autofocus lens market. Known for their manual focus lenses, particularly in the realms of extreme macro and cine lenses, this represents a new direction for the brand. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

There is a lot of various advice on the internet. A large chunk of it is bad or irrelevant. Editing images is an art. It is an art that takes a while to master. Because there is so much bad info online, I decided to share some of my favorite editing techniques I use to get my signature look. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Golden hour, the time just after sunrise or before sunset, offers a unique and enchanting light that photographers love. This magical hour presents an opportunity to create images with a warm, soft, and dreamy quality that can't be replicated at any other time of the day. This helpful video tutorial offers 10 tips sure to improve your portraits. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Wildlife photography often gravitates towards close-up, frame-filling portraits, capturing intricate details of the subject. However, this approach, while initially appealing, can limit the storytelling potential of a photograph. This helpful video will show you how including context can improve your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The classic fish tank shot, a staple in product photography, is being reimagined with a modern twist. This helpful video tutorial will show you how to create your own dynamic images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Hasselblad is making a comeback with another edition of Hasselblad Masters, a competition aimed at showcasing the world's best photography across diverse genres. Read on for details! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)