Landscape photography is an art that often balances on the precipice of meticulous planning and spontaneous creativity. As a landscape photographer, I've found myself torn between meticulously planning every detail of a shoot and simply going with the flow, capturing the unexpected. In this article, let's delve into a debate: Is it better to meticulously plan a landscape photography shoot or embrace spontaneity? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Darren Spoonley)

Landscape photography is an art that requires creativity, patience, and the right equipment. While cameras, lenses, and tripods are essential, there are some unexpected items that can serve as game changers in the world of landscape photography. In this article, we will explore five unconventional tools and accessories that can enhance your landscape photography experience. Plus, unlike your main gear, these won't cost an arm and a leg. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Darren Spoonley)

Busy scenes are common in many genres of photography, and while that business can often be a nice feature, knowing how to cut through it in order to prioritize your subject is an important skill. This excellent video tutorial discusses a range of ways to simplify images to make them more direct and impactful. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Polaroid is an iconic brand in photography and has been since the late 1940s! Now, Polaroid has a new camera released, and it has a lot of pros, but potentially one large con. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Wedding photography is a challenging genre that requires rock-solid technique, the ability to think on your feet, and a ton of people skills. One of the most difficult aspects of the day is large group portraits. If you are a budding wedding photographer and want to learn how to take those big portraits, check out this awesome video tutorial that will show you everything you need to know. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I took a chance on purchasing a no-frills £12 tether cable to see how it performs in comparison to other well-known brand cables. If you shoot tethered, you might want to read on. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kim Simpson)

While there's been much ado about the death of stock photography in the wake of AI-based imagery, there are still many photographers earning passive income from the trade. Just how are they doing that, though? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

If you’re looking for a vintage digicam for your travels, look no further than 2002’s Casio Exilim EX-S1. With a 1.3-megapixel CCD sensor, this ultra-compact digicam is sure to give your photos that early 2000s vibe. About the size of a credit card (though a little thicker), this is the perfect digicam for travel. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Matt Murray)

Lighting your videos — or even cinematic-style portraits — can be a complex affair, with so many different lighting setups available to you. One potential solution is to take cues from brilliant cinematographers. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

100-400mm lenses are popular among photographers of many genres ranging from birds to landscapes, as they offer an extremely versatile focal length range suitable for a lot of applications. For Fujifilm X Series users, the new Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary offers that versatility at a relatively affordable price, making it an intriguing option. The excellent video review takes a look at the sort of performance image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

We have it drilled into us from the very start about the importance of good light in photos, and while that is certainly crucial, you are not always guaranteed the proper light when you press the shutter. In those situations where you know you have an image with potential, knowing how to manipulate the light a bit in post can make all the difference. This fantastic video tutorial will show you how to do just that in Lightroom. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Are you the type of landscape photographer who visits a location once and then head off to other new locations, never to return? Or are you the type that returns to a location over and over? Revisiting a location presents significant opportunities for the landscape photographer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jeffrey Tadlock)

As a landscape photographer and van owner myself, I know just how much goes into every shoot that I head out on, plus the ever-present worry that exists in the back of my mind, where I see myself stuck in the middle of nowhere after my trusty steed has broken down. Recently, I had the misfortune of this exact thing happening, and let me tell you, not only does it pull the handbrake on any adventures, it also adds the complexities of where it can be fixed, if it can be fixed, and finally, how much will it cost to be fixed! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Darren Spoonley)

The post Essential Night Photography Equipment: A Quick Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Christian Hoiberg. Night landscape photography is a demanding genre; you can’t just head out with a handheld camera and expect to come back with gorgeous shots. To get the best results – the kind that you can print large and hang on your wall – you need the right gear. One way to determine essential gear for nighttime landscapes is through trial and error, but it’ll take a long time (and a lot of money) to arrive at the best setup. That’s where I can help; as an experienced landscape shooter, I can offer plenty of advice for selecting the perfect gear....

This article delves into my personal experience of spending £1,000 on a secondhand lens, which turned out to be faulty. This cautionary tale will open your eyes to the perils that come with the world of preowned or gray-market camera equipment. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kim Simpson)

Generally, you can expect relative stability in the amount of couples needing wedding photography services, at least across short to medium periods of time. However, the COVID pandemic was an unprecedented hit to the industry that resulted in less couples getting engaged in subsequent years, meaning that a few years later, we are seeing a drop in those couples getting married, placing strain on wedding photographers. What can wedding shooters do to weather the lull? This helpful video tutorial offers a range of great ideas and advice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Canon EOS R5 and Nikon Z8 and Z9 are remarkable cameras that can tackle a huge range of genres and needs with ease, making them the workhorses of choice for countless creatives. Which is right for you, though? This great video comparison takes a look at all three cameras, how they perform in a challenging genre, and which is right for you. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Take a range of modern and powerful features, pair them with a beautiful lens, and put them all in a small and portable body, and you get the Leica Q3. With a high-resolution sensor, 28mm f/1.7 lens, and a great set of capabilities, the Q3 looks like a great camera on paper. How does it hold up in practice? This excellent video review takes a look at what you can expect. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The September 2023 issue of Photoshop User is now live on the KelbyOne site and the KelbyOne app for iOS and Android. AI goes well beyond generating images in Photoshop and we show you all the ways it can help improve your images and workflow, plus things every Lightroom Classic user should know to get the most out of managing and editing their images, creating the Droste effect where an image repeats within itself, mastering the colors and textures of the Arctic, using the Warp tool to apply texture effects, building a product label, and so much more! This issue’s cover image by KelbyOne member Laurent Lanée Current KelbyOne members can log into their account to access the new issue, or you can visit https://kelbyone.com/magazine to sign up and...

Using flashes with ambient light can be tricky, whether you're fighting with the midday sun or you're trying to balance ambient light. In this behind-the-scenes video, you get a breakdown of how one photographer exposes for the ambient light and then layers in a strobe. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)