The Canon 7D and 7D Mark II were two of the most popular cameras of the DLSR era, giving photographers the chance to use a lot of the technology in Canon's upper-level full frame bodies at a significantly lower price. The EOS R7 continues that tradition into the mirrorless space, and it brings with it a nice range of improvements and new features. This great video review takes a look at the camera and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Auto ISO is one of those features that I ignored for a long time, considering it not much more than a gimmick. It wasn’t until recently that I decided to try auto ISO, and I quickly realized that I was missing out on a valuable and practical feature. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

The post How to Photograph Artwork (8 Essential Tips) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Glenn Harper. Looking to photograph your own artwork, artwork at a museum, or artwork at a gallery? Capturing artwork may seem simple, but it’s hard to do well. There are technical hurdles to overcome; for instance, you must achieve an even exposure, avoid reflections, focus accurately, and choose the perfect aperture to keep the art sharp. I love to document artwork. And in this article, I share the tips and tricks I’ve learned over the years, which cover lighting, settings, gear choice, and more. Note that the techniques I give are geared toward two-dimensional art: paintings, drawings, and prints. But many of...

Landscape photography is a challenging genre that takes a combination of good technique, creative vision, strong editing skills, and the ability to plan ahead. If you are just starting out and looking to improve your work, check out this great video tutorial that features an experienced landscape photographer discussing seven things professionals do to ensure they consistently produce worthwhile images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Doug Keder Today’s Photo of the day is “A Worm’s View” by Doug Keder. Location: Woodburn, Oregon. 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 Doug Keder appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Photoshop is a tremendously intricate and complex application, and as such, there are many ways to accomplish any specific task. The Blend If function is one of the program's more useful tools, but it is a bit hidden and does not always get the attention it deserves. This helpful video tutorial will show you five different ways to use Blend If for editing landscape photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Large format cameras have been increasing in popularity over the last few years. With startup manufacturers producing new large format cameras, the allure has grown significantly. Among large format cameras, the most popular type is the 4x5 camera. We decided to take this camera out into the city and photograph strangers. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

When we think about photoshoot essentials, we often picture the big, exciting pieces of equipment:the camera, the lenses, the light, the modifiers. However, today, I’m sharing the unsung heroes in my kit. Here are five small, inexpensive, but essential bits of kit for styling product photography photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Helena Murphy)

Bird photography is a difficult but fun genre that requires a combination of specialized technique, patience, creativity, and knowledge of how birds behave in order to get successful results. If you would like to improve your bird photography, check out this fantastic tutorial that will show you five tips sure to put you on the track to better images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Most photographers are generous with their knowledge and supportive of others. Sadly, this is not true of everyone. Here's why a toxic minority gives all photographers a bad name and how to deal with them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

The post 7 Affinity Photo Tips for Beginners appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. Affinity Photo is a versatile image-editing tool; you can use it to make all sorts of changes to your photographs, from simple color correction to multi-layered image creation. In this article, I’ll share with you some of the most helpful Affinity Photo tips to get you started. By the time you’ve finished reading, you’ll be ready to dive in and start editing (and, in time, you’ll come to love using Affinity Photo to enhance your files). A quick note before we get started: The key to mastering photo-editing software is a combination of learning and practice. I encourage you to read...

This Lightroom slider is not hidden in the sense that there is some special secret to finding it, but it is in a place where you probably would not think to look for it. This great video tutorial will show you how to take advantage of it to make your photos pop quickly and easily. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Following up from last week’s post on using People view, let’s wrap things up. I’m a Blueberry As LrC indexes what it thinks are faces there will absolutely be some complete fails at recognizing a human face. Apparently, it thinks I resemble a blueberry! You’ve just got to laugh when these occur as they are easily fixed (and I did tell you this would put a smile on your face). You can double-click a thumbnail to switch to Loupe view and more clearly see where the face regions were drawn by LrC. In this view you can re-draw a face region by clicking and dragging a box around an actual face or click on a drawn face region and press Delete...

Today’s Photo of the day is “The Big Spread” by Marti Huzarski. Location: Whitewater Draw Wildlife Area, McNeal, Arizona. “I spent several days photographing the sandhill cranes during their winter migration,” explains Huzarski. “The most dramatic moments happened during their courtship dances. There were so many thousands of cranes, many times the dances weren’t noticed or appreciated by the females, but the males weren’t deterred from dancing even when no one was looking!” Canon 6D, EF100-400mm lens at 400mm. Exposure: 1/1600, f/10, ISO 640. 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...

Congratulations to Marti Phillips for winning the recent Pick A Color Assignment with the image, “Go Green.” See more of Phillips’ work at marti.photos. View the winning image and a selection of submissions below. And be sure to check out our current photography assignment here and enter your best shots! The post Pick A Color Assignment Winner Marti Phillips appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

There is a good chance we are currently headed toward an economic recession, and as such, wedding photographers should consider how to ensure their business will be ready if such a downturn arrives. This helpful video tutorial features an experienced wedding photographer discussing how to prepare yourself for a recession to ensure that you are in a position to survive or even thrive when one arrives. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

To make accurate prints, you need to get several elements right. From print profiles, to choice of paper, to correct calibration. If you are working on a Mac, you need to ensure you are doing it properly. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Parker)

My career as an elitist prime glass snob has come to an end after real-world professional work using an unexpected lens choice showed me the error of my ways. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert Stevens)

In recent years, national parks and other popular nature photography destinations have become increasingly crowded and potentially frustrating, with some even requiring reservations. With so many photographers crowding the parking lots and trailheads, perhaps it is time to skip those roadside locations and head deeper into the wilderness for a backpacking-based photography adventure. While I think of myself as a landscape photographer first, I always work hard to get shots of people within the landscape as well. By including a person, it often gives a sense of scale and adventure. On this particular trip, a friend and I spent three nights in this same basin exploring and waiting for the light. When passing through a good photo location, I always try...

The post 10 Best Tripods for Photography (in 2022) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Ana Mireles. Choosing the best tripod for photography can be an overwhelming task. After all, there are hundreds (if not thousands) of options, all promising different benefits – so how do you pick the right model for your needs? In this article, I share my top 10 favorite tripods, including options for all budgets and types of photography. Of course, not every great tripod is suitable for all photographers, so as you read, pay careful attention to the height range, the tripod material, the type of head, the overall tripod quality, and the warranty. Bottom line: Whether you’re a beginner looking for...