Few lenses create images as instantly magical as the Canon EF 200mm f/2L IS USM. So, how does this beast perform? Check out this great video review to find out. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photographers generally avoid on-camera flash whenever they can, but there are situations in which you will not have another option. For those situations, there are certain things you can do to make the light look more natural, and this helpful video tutorial will show you what they are. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Timothy Van Minnick Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Bariki’s Leopard” by Timothy Van Minnick. Location: Serengeti National Park. “While on safari in Tanzania several years ago, I had the good fortune to hire an expert guide named Bariki Laiser,” says Minnick. “He was very excellent at finding and identifying wildlife. Bariki knew I was there for photography, not just to see the animals, and he always tried to position the land cruiser in the ideal position for the light. In the Serengeti, we had seen lion and cheetah up close but no leopard. They are uncommon and often difficult to find. We were searching down a lonely track when Bariki stopped the vehicle, peered ahead and then said,...

A heritage website has found fame for its web app that can animate old photographs to bring the dead briefly back to life. But how effective and realistic is it? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

There are a bunch of different ways to make your photos stand out: great light, gorgeous model, amazing locations, idealized retouching, but one that is often overlooked in favor of these less subtle approaches is color. We photographers tend to schedule a shoot, show up, capture what's there, and pat ourselves on the back for our genius, but what goes into the shoot before we schedule it can be just as important to the end result as what we do with our lights or our camera. Let's look at an example from my work for Lifetime. No lights. No reflectors. Just color. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Braxton Wilhelmsen)

In an age of digital, of Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Snapchat; photos are de rigueur when it comes to promoting yourself. News is fast, which means if you want to get noticed, you need to be faster. The tool of choice is obviously the smartphone because it can take and deliver photos instantly. So, why on earth is an instant print desirable? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mike Smith)

The post Tips and Tricks for Night Photography of the Starry Sky appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Christian Hoiberg. Creating beautiful shots of the starry sky can seem impossible. But it doesn’t have to be. Because with a few simple tips and tricks, you can capture images like this one: And that’s what this article is all about. I’m going to share my favorite tips for photographing the various subjects of the night sky, including the Milky Way, the new moon, and the northern lights… …so that you can become a night sky photography expert. Let’s get started. 1. Make sure you use the right camera settings The night is dark and light is sparse, which...

The tilt-shift lens is probably one of the most special lenses available. It allows the photographer to turn, shift, and tilt the lens in many different ways. In this article, I explain when and how to use the shift function. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

So much of the discourse surrounding the latest cameras is usually about Eye AF: how fast it is, how consistent, is camera X’s better than camera Y’s. There’s a reason for that, and it’s not just because it’s the latest buzzword. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Coleman)

Photography is a complicated pursuit, requiring the confluence of a myriad of different skills and your creative vision to find success. This fantastic video gives 15 tips on a range of topics that will help you become a better photographer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It's 2021. Why are seasoned male photographers still treating female models like sex objects under the guise of education? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Portraiture is about much more than simply capturing someone in a pleasing pose with good lighting; it takes a certain amount of creativity to make images that distinguish your work from the crowd. This excellent video tutorial discusses how to make your portraits more creative. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Sky replacement is one of the biggest trends right now, with many programs offering replacement capabilities at varying degrees of automation. Photoshop recently added a powerful sky replacement feature, and though it does not handle water reflections automatically, it is not that difficult to add them manually, and this fantastic video tutorial will show you how it is done. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Sony recently announced the FE 50mm f/1.2 GM, a spectacular lens that pushes the boundaries of the E mount. It seems they are not slowing down, as we will likely see three more lenses next week. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo by Stephani Holdorf Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Where the Path Leads” by Stephani Holdorf. Location: Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. “Small bison herd following a narrow path up the hill side next to the Yellowstone River,” describes Holdorf. 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 Stephani Holdorf appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

The Apple MacBook Pro M1 has shown impressive results. With the latest round of software optimizations for the M1 processor, it seemed to be unbeatable. However, Gigabyte is demonstrating incredible results. The combination of Intel and Nvidia seems to be offering better performance than a top-spec Apple MacBook Pro M1. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

For streamers and vloggers, audio quality is often a secondary consideration but a few simple changes to your setup can make a huge difference. Check out this short video to find out how to bring dramatic improvements to your audio. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

The post A Beginner’s Guide to Light Modifiers (For Stunning Portraits) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Gina Milicia. Light modifiers are a powerful way to shape or control light. And with the right approach, you can use modifiers to achieve beautifully lit, gorgeous portraits. In this article, I’m going to share everything you need to know about modifiers. I’ll take you through all the most popular modifiers – and I’ll explain precisely what they do and why you might want to use them. By the time you’re done, you’ll be a light modification expert! Let’s get started. Are light modifiers really necessary? Technically, you can do portrait photography without modifiers. You can shoot with a subject...

For most modern photographers, the thought of shooting a vintage prime instead of a new autofocus lens is a non-starter. If this applies to you, do you think you could tell the difference in a blind comparison? I would be willing to bet not. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by James Madison)

Lighting modifiers are a necessary tool for working with artificial light, but they can be quite expensive, and building a library can quickly drain your wallet. However, the humble umbrella is highly affordable, and you might be surprised by the shots you can create with them. This fantastic video tutorial will show you how to create professional profits using an umbrella. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)