What makes some wildlife images more powerful than others? I’ve had this discussion with numerous photographers many times. Some of the characteristics that were cited include great action, humor, fantastic settings and clean backgrounds. Given enough time, the discussions could have gone on for hours. When lulls occurred, I always added a quip that got them to think. I stated, “A good wildlife photo should be wild.” Quizzical expressions abounded along with a few responses of “Well that’s obvious.” I responded by clarifying with the following and the discussion resumed. It proceeded to carry on for hours!  To help make a wildlife photo stand out amongst the millions made every year, make it WILD with weather. Dramatic Weather contributes to great...

In the world of cinema camera technology, RED has established itself as a major player. Starting off as the underdog, they have pushed industry stalwarts to innovate or die. However, a recent revelation has sparked concern among competitors and consumers alike. RED is preventing other camera manufacturers like Sony, Nikon, and DJI from innovating by enforcing its broad patent for on-camera compressed raw video. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Susheel Chandradhas)

Phone photography has reached the point where it's good enough for online consumption, but can those photos keep up their appearance printed large? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Armitage)

While many professionals employ the use of complex setups consisting of multiple lights, even just a single source can create vivid and compelling images when in the right hands. This excellent video tutorial will take you behind the scenes to show you how a photographer shot a striking series of full-body portraits using just one light. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you’re relying solely on cloud-based storage alone such as Dropbox, Box, Google Drive, etc., stop! This is a disaster if you’re a professional or a semi-pro photographer. Allow me to explain why. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Peter Morgan)

Reading is what? FUN-damental! Ok, my bad dad joke aside, books are a great way to gain a deeper perspective on a topic from those making great strides within a field. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

Photo By Heather Nicole Today’s Photo of the Day is “Grumpy Bear” by Heather Nicole. Location: Sitka, Alaska. “A coastal brown bear can’t catch a break…or a fish, and he’s very grumpy about it!” says Nicole. Canon EOS 70D, Tamron 16-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD B016. Exposure: 1/160 sec., f/6.3, ISO 400. Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo of the Day is chosen from various galleries, including Assignments, Galleries and Contests. Assignments have weekly winners that are featured on the website homepage, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To get your photos in the running, all you have to do is submit them. The post Photo Of The Day By Heather Nicole appeared first on Outdoor Photographer....

The Canon EOS R6 was one of the most well-balanced cameras of the past few years, offering a range of the advanced features found on the EOS R5 without the more extreme specs that most photographers do not need, making it a practical and well-priced option for a huge range of users. The EOS R6 Mark II follows up on the original with a range of improvements and new features, and this great video review takes a look at how it holds up for wedding and travel photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

This is the video I've been waiting for! SEO is the bane of my life. If I'm being honest, I don't really understand it. Being 48 and a photographer for almost 16 years, I have a good knowledge of my job-related skills and what it means to be able to capture a great photograph. However, I, as I suspect like a lot of photographers, know just enough about social media, websites, and SEO to be dangerous. This video outlines what it takes to get to the top of Google in 2023 and where to go to get more information about the subject. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Peter Morgan)

Both the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro lines now feature M2 chipsets, and as such, they all offer powerful performance in tandem with impressively long battery life. Nonetheless, there are many distinguishing features between them. So, which is right for your needs? This great video comparison pits the M2 MacBook Air against the M2 Pro MacBook Pro to help you decide which to get. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

As advanced as editing tools have become in recent years, dodging and burning remains as one of the most fundamental and powerful techniques for shaping the light in your images, de-emphasizing blemishes, and drawing attention to your subject in a natural but compelling fashion. This excellent video tutorial will show you how to use dodging and burning for editing portraits in Photoshop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 5 Tips for Gorgeous Costume Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Charlie Moss. There’s been an explosion of interest in costume photography over the last few years. From movie cosplays to historically-inspired portraits, there’s no end to the kind of costumes that need photographing – and these images can inject plenty of variety into any up-and-coming portrait shooter’s portfolio. Additionally, capturing someone who is playing a role will add a whole new dimension to your images; when people are pretending to be someone else, they often lose their discomfort about being in front of the camera, which can result in surprisingly genuine photos. But how can you ensure stunning results? In this article, I...

If you shoot a lot of astrophotos, you know all about gradients. They are almost always present in your images, and they have to be removed to smooth out the sky background and make your images look their best. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mel Martin)

Besides composition, choosing the correct exposure is essential for your photography. Achieving that requires understanding how metering works and how to control the camera's settings. It's here that some cameras excel and others let you down. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

If you enjoy taking photographs at night and want to experiment with different techniques, this is the video for you. Here are 5 slow shutter speed tricks to get some great-looking images after dark. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

CGI is usually associated with movies, but it has its place in photography too. In fact, you create elaborate and creative backgrounds for your shoots using CGI software. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Joe Lenton)

Photo By Bill Sisson Today’s Photo of the Day is “Gasadalur” by Bill Sisson. Location: Faroe Islands. “Gasadalur is an iconic location in the Faroe Islands,” explains Sisson. “It features mountains, seaside cliffs, a plummeting waterfall and the small villages that are emblematic of the Faroes. On this particular afternoon, a strong wind sweeping in from the ocean was often shrouding the waterfall in mist and bending the waterfall sideways. While I wanted to use a long exposure to smooth out the ocean waves, I also had to use a short enough exposure to capture any brief lull in the wind. After trial and error with various exposure settings, I settled on a six-second exposure and captured this image.” Want to...

The Canon EOS R8, the company's latest full frame mirrorless camera, is likely on the way soon, and while we have not learned much about the camera yet, a set of rumored specs have emerged. Take a look at what you can expect. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When it comes to learning lighting, we often focus on how to light the subject in a flattering way, but of course, the backdrop deserves attention too. It is about more than just getting the exposure on the background right, however. With a bit of know-how, you can drastically alter the appearance of the background just by how you place your subject and source relative to it. This great video tutorial will show you how to adjust your lighting to take full control of the appearance of your backdrop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post The Canon EOS R50 and EOS R8 Will Debut “Next Week” appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Looking for a mirrorless camera that’s both affordable and plenty powerful? Canon has not one but two models on the way, both of which will be “announced…next week” and feature a combination of high-level tech and sub-$1500 price tags. According to Canon Rumors, the imaging company is preparing to unveil the EOS R8 and EOS R50. The two products – a full-frame and an APS-C camera, respectively – will boast RF mounts and round out the entry-level end of Canon’s mirrorless lineup, giving beginner and intermediate photographers an opportunity to access the latest camera technology without...