As a photographer, I spend a lot of time taking photos, editing, blogging, and posting them on social media. However, are these photos just meant to be viewed for the 24-hour period (or less) that they're displayed on social media, only to disappear forever? Personally, I believe it’s important to create and share something tangible and special in this digital age of noise and instant gratification. That's why I've started to print my photos, and below are some reasons why you should too. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Brady Cabe)

There are several different ways to make money as a photographer, and the more you can diversify your income streams, the more you can ensure financial security. If you are working on improving your photography business, check out this helpful video tutorial that shows you several different ways you can use your photography business to make money. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

In the era of digital photography, it can be easy to click away without a second thought, but what if every time you pressed the shutter, it cost you $5? That might sound like an insane proposition, but the beauty of large format photography is that you get images that are simply not possible with a full frame camera or even with the most expensive modern medium format camera. This neat video takes you behind the scenes to show you large format landscape photography's process and some of the images you can create. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you are new to editing your images, you might feel a bit overwhelmed by the dozens of sliders and adjustments available to you in Lightroom. They are not too difficult once you get the hang of them, though. This great video tutorial features an experienced photographer sharing his Lightroom editing work to get you on your way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Mastering Newborn Photography: 10 Must-Know Tips for Stunning Shots appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Natalie Denton (nee Johnson). Capturing the beauty of a newborn can be both an incredible and challenging art form. You may find it difficult to get the perfect shot due to the unique and often unpredictable nature of babies. But with the right techniques, you can master the art of newborn portraiture and capture stunning images of precious little ones. In this article, we’ll provide you with essential tips and tricks to get started, from selecting the right lens to positioning your subject and editing your images. Whether you’re a proud new parent or an aspiring professional photographer, this article...

Wildlife photography can be a tremendously enjoyable genre, but it can also often need a heavy dose of rather expensive specialized equipment. Nonetheless, you can still create fantastic images with affordable cameras and lenses. This useful video tutorial will give you a range of useful tips to help you get the most out of budget equipment and still come home with excellent photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Today, let’s discuss some of the biggest changes currently happening in the market and how those changes will affect our lives and our businesses as professional photographers. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

After years of being a content creator, photographer, and videographer, Peter Lindgren goes through some things he wishes he'd known before making the leap. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Although I like photographing people, I never dared to step into the world of street photography. But recently I have tried it a few times, with mixed results. I would like to share my experiences and give some tips for those who like to try this for the first time also. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

It feels like stories about AI have dominated photography news over the last year. Part of me keeps ignoring the headlines as an irrelevance, but chirping away in the background, the other part of me keeps asking: what does it all mean? What's AI capable of? Will it really be a revolution? And perhaps the biggest question of them all: are photographers at risk of becoming obsolete because of AI? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Matt Murray)

The post Canon’s Rumored Super-Telephoto Lens: The RF 200-500mm f/4L 1.4x appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Canon’s professional super-telephoto lens lineup is nearly complete. Since the launch of the RF-mount, the company has released a series of class-leading ultra-telephotos to suit professional sports and wildlife photographers, including the RF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM, the RF 600mm f/4L IS USM, the RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM, and even the (ridiculously expensive) RF 1200mm f/8L IS USM.  The April debut of the RF 100-300mm f/2.8L IS USM further rounded out the lineup, but with a notable gap: Canon has yet to develop a 500mm f/4L. Sure, you can grab the RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1, but the zoom’s...

You have some money saved up and you are ready to start building your gear collection. Should you spend your money on a good camera or a nice lens? It is an important decision that can have a significant impact on the quality of your images, and this excellent video will show you why. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Greece is not only a country of rich history and culture, but it's also full of stunning landscapes and picturesque islands. This makes it a great place for photography, and in this article, I share some of the best photo spots Greece has to offer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

When it comes to photography advice, there are nearly as many pieces of wisdom as there are photos. In this video, Mark Denney offers one tip that always gets him results. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

As photographers, we often find ourselves at exciting places such as concerts, parties, and sporting events. Many photographers spend hours of their day working with other people. It is common to see photographers interacting with people and asking the people they are photographing to move a bit to the left or to position their hands differently. On the surface, it might seem that photographers are extroverts who love being out and about. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)

Photographers often segment themselves into flash versus natural light when it comes to portraits, but the truth is, there is merit to both ways of shooting. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

When it comes to portrait photography, most people will reach for a lens with a focal length between about 85mm and 135mm, maybe a little longer or wider for certain applications or creative exploration. But there is no rule that says portrait photography has to be shot at those focal lengths; you can easily push into more extreme options for a bit of fun and creative invigoration. This short video will show you some of what you can create when shooting portraits with a supertelephoto zoom lens. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

One of Canon's most exciting lenses is the new RF 100-300mm f/2.8 L IS USM, which takes the popular 300 f/2.8 supertelephoto prime and replaces it with a far more versatile zoom option at essentially the same price. Now, it appears the company may be planning a second major supertelephoto zoom lens. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Like any other craft, there are some common bad habits that new photographers often fall into, and these can both cause you to miss creative opportunities and to spend a lot of money you did not need to. This fantastic video tutorial features an experienced photographer sharing five common bad habits and how to avoid them to put yourself on the right track. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post dPS Weekly Photo Challenge – Urban Landscapes appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. What is urban landscape photography? Our weekly photography challenge is ‘Urban Landscapes’ Urban landscape photography, at its broadest, involves capturing photos of cities and towns. Generally speaking, an urban landscape shot has a more expansive field of view – capturing more than just a single subject – and is taken outdoors… [read the full post here] Make sure you include the hashtags #dPSWeeklyChallenge and #dPSUrbanLandscapes in your post, here in the comments or over on social media. You can tag us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter! For those that live a long way out of a town or city, this challenge could...