Camera technology is incredibly advanced nowadays, but it has nothing on what the universe can do. When scientists want to study objects that are too far away to be seen with human technology, they turn toward a unique phenomenon called gravitational lensing. This neat video will show you what gravitational lensing is and why it is so useful to observing the early universe. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When we learn about lighting, we most often focus on the quality of the light and all the things that contribute to that. However, light can be more than just that which gives you the correct exposure and renders your subject in a flattering manner. It can be used to add mood and interesting atmosphere to an image. This great video tutorial will show you one such example using a fake window to complete a shot's aesthetic. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It is easy to overthink landscape photography (as I am about to do now). For anybody prone to self-doubt, like myself, the act of landscape photography can be downright paralyzing. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Brian Christianson)

Are you excited about finally resuming your wedding and events photography, but the editing stage is giving you flashbacks to countless hours spent in front of your screen? This is where ImagenAI might come in handy! Take a look at this review. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Anete Lusina)

Photo By Beth Young Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Sutter Buttes Mustard Sunset” by Beth Young. Location: Yuba City, California. “A late afternoon drive to Sutter County with the intention of photographing the blooming almond orchards resulted instead in this composition of a vibrant sunset overlooking a massive field of mustard and the unique Sutter Buttes in the distance,” describes Young. The Buttes are referred to as the world’s smallest mountain range, just a tiny 2,000-foot tall outcropping of volcanic lava domes in the otherwise pancake flatness of California’s Central Valley.” Canon EOS 5D Mark IV. Exposure: 1.6 sec., f/14, ISO 200, 27mm. See more of Beth Young’s photography at www.optimalfocusphotography.com. Want to get your images in the running for...

Outdoor portraits with a dramatic sky behind the subject are a popular and timeless look, but usually require an off-camera flash to get a proper exposure on your subject. If you are new to working with artificial lighting, this excellent video tutorial will show you how to use off-camera flash to balance ambient light and produce a compelling portrait. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Whereas things that can be quantified, like camera settings, can be learned in a relatively straightforward manner, composition is a bit more nebulous and difficult to master. If you have been having trouble with your compositions, this excellent video tutorial will show you some helpful techniques to improve your landscape images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Mastering light can mean many things, from the manipulation of natural light through to how to setup multiple strobes for a specific look. However, there are a few more niche techniques that are both incredibly fun and rewarding. One of these is light painting. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

A while back, I wrote a Tip of the Week with the same title that appears above. “Installment 1” of Freaky Photo Fallacies received lots of great feedback, so below is installment 2. As with the first installment, I want to lighten things up a bit yet still provide information that ups your photo game. As a reminder, the idea came to mind when I heard someone mention an often-used statement: There are two sides to every story. This got me thinking. We are all hard-working photographers who care deeply about our craft. Unfortunately, what we go through to get the shot is often misconstrued by outsiders. I offer a look at what we do from both our perspective and an...

The post Film Photography: A Guide (and How to Get Started) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Carl Spring. Film photography is gaining in popularity. At the start of the digital revolution, film was the realm of those who did not want to move to the new way of working (and those folks were usually harassed on forums and message boards). But these days, film photography has a much different reputation. While some photographers see film as the preserve of hipsters trying to look cool, for many, film is a more organic method of photography. It allows you to slow down, focus on getting the shot, and experience a wait before seeing the results. In this article,...

With the recent trends in mirrorless cameras, and the price of medium format coming down to a point where they are actually financially viable for most of us, does the 35mm camera still reign over digital cameras for the best bang for the buck, and if so, which one wins the race? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Scott Choucino)

Hi, gang and happy Monday (stop groaning, I can hear it from here). Here’s a quick one from the vault, but very handy — how to email an image (or multiple images) from right inside of Lightroom: STEP ONE: Click on the photo(s) you want to email, then go to the File Menu and choose Email Photo (as shown here). STEP TWO: This brings up this intermediary window where you enter the email address of the person you want to send the image to, along with your subject. By default, it will choose your computer’s default Email application, but if you want to use a different one, you can choose it from the ‘From’ menu. At the bottom, you can choose...

A few social media platforms, especially those owned by Mark Zuckerberg, monopolize the sharing of images online. Those platforms do have controversies, and Apple’s changes to how Facebook handles data is starting to shake up that dominance. But will it be a good thing for photography? Furthermore, should we consider doing something else with our images instead of posting to social media? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Renowned Scottish photographer, Rankin, has teamed up with Relate, the UK's largest relationship support provider, to help reduce the stigma related to later life sexuality. Shot with a stark black and white style, Rankin and Relate have produced something quite special. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mark Dunsmuir)

A lot has changed in the photo world over the past decade or two. One big change has been how the focus has shifted from artist intention to end product — the photograph. A good photo is a good photo because it is a good photo. Or is it? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Ernest Sweet)

Plugins for software were once considered something of a gimmick, but are now closer to a staple. Here are some of the best plugins for Final Cut Pro X that might just increase the quality of your video productions. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

If you've grown tired of waiting for Canon's native EF/EF-S to RF lens mount adapter to become available, this cheap adapter might be the perfect stopgap alternative. It works on both Canon's native lenses and third-party lenses. Read on to see all the lenses I tested successfully with it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

Landscape photography is a tricky genre to master, but it is highly rewarding when you get things right and you are able to produce a compelling photo. This excellent video discusses five common mistakes landscape photographers make or traps they fall into and how to avoid or remedy them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By David Shield Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Sedona Mountain Sunset” by David Shield. Location: Arizona. “For a while now, I’ve been drawn to the challenge of photographing new or fresh landscape compositions,” explains Shield. “The more time I dedicate to this, the more I find the necessity to veer further off the beaten path. This, however, isn’t always the case, but the more I explore, the bigger feeling of accomplishment I feel when finding what I believe to be a new composition. I’ve also recently entered the vertical landscape world of photography. I’ve gained much appreciation for the visually pleasing form of the vertical landscape composition format. Especially where I live in the Southwest, I’ll continue to practice...

If you're striving to create more interesting and unique shots in-camera, one solution might be to use some of the creative filters on the market today. Here's how one videographer found using some and the results that came of it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)