Lighting is everything to photographers, but how much thought have you put into the place where you work? Whether you shoot in that space, record videos and vlogs, or just are in there a lot, you can use your professional lighting to improve the space. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Okay, so I know a lot of readers may disagree with me on this and have different opinions. My writing here isn't intended to cause any offense, but more to offer an opinion and start a discussion on the matter. My evidence here is based on having worked in the IT industry for over 30 years and working in the photographic industry with creatives. Hopefully, after reading this you'll come up with an understanding which may help your next (or first) computer storage purchase. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Peter Morgan)

  Photo By Joung Ji Kang Today’s Photo of the Day is “First Snow and Aspen Tree Meet” by Joung Ji Kang. 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 Joung Ji Kang appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

When Fujifilm announced the X-T5 mirrorless camera, they also announced the XF 30mm f/2.8 R LM WR Macro lens, which offers the versatility of a true macro lens and a normal focal length in a lightweight and portable package, making it an intriguing option for everything from detail work to portrait photography. This excellent video review takes a look at the new lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

24mm lenses are favored for offering a reasonably wide focal length without going so wide as to start running into major issues with distortion, making them great for events, astrophotography, weddings, and more. Viltrox's AF 24mm f/1.8 offers those advantages at a very reasonable price, and this excellent video review looks at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Sigma Launches the 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 for E-Mount and L-Mount appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Earlier this week, Sigma announced a super-telephoto zoom for E-mount and L-mount cameras: the 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports.  While Sigma has long offered a 60-600mm model for Nikon F-mount and Canon EF-mount cameras, the new lens will give Sony, Leica, Sigma, and even some Panasonic users the power to shoot at 60mm, 600mm, and anywhere in between without changing lenses. It also boasts an upgraded autofocus motor and enhanced image stabilization compared to the old DSLR model, which should only add to the lens’s appeal. Superzooms tend to struggle with sharpness and other aberrations, especially...

We spend a lot of time working on various techniques, thinking about composition, etc., but when you boil it down to its essence, what is it that makes a great photo? Every photo has two important qualities that help it stick in the viewer's memory. This insightful video discusses what they are and shares some examples of how they work together to make compelling images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Sony a7 series of cameras really accelerated the photography world's transition into the mirrorless realm, and the company continues to offer highly competitive options that keep other manufacturers on their toes. Are they right for you? This interesting video features one photographer discussing his thoughts after a year using the Sony system. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Traveling with photography equipment can be a challenge. Airlines limit the size and weight of cabin bags so much that it's nearly impossible to bring all gear as carry-on. While I've accepted that my tripod has to go into checked luggage, cameras, lenses, filters, and laptop have to stay with me. In this article, I share a little travel hack that helps to get around hand luggage limitations. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

Photo By Laura Schoenbauer Today’s Photo of the Day is “Fawn in Winter” by Laura Schoenbauer. Location: St. Paul, Minnesota. 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 Laura Schoenbauer appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The post dPS Weekly Photo Challenge – Burnt appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Here’s a potentially interesting theme for week two of our weekly photographic challenges! I was thinking back to Christmas ‘pre-Covid’ and the bushfires that we had here in Australia. Actually, my little brother stayed yesterday and we were talking about the amazing massive gum trees that were still burnt, black and charred, along the drive around the coast between Sydney and Melbourne, and I was looking through some old drone footage of mine and ‘burnt’ popped into my head for a theme. (So there you have it, that’s how I come up with themes!) Use the hashtags #dPSWeeklyChallenge and #dPSBurntPhoto in your...

Have you ever wanted to take photos and videos of the Earth from space? Sony has launched an a7R IV nano-satellite into space, offering a user-controllable space photography service. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Reza Malayeri)

I am going to walk you through how these dramatic food shots were created using only one flash and simple light shapers to imitate light coming through a window frame. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kaisa Leinonen)

The post 7 Tips for Breathtaking Skyline Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Richard Schneider. Skyline photography often looks incredible, and photographing the skyline is a great way to preserve the appearance and feel of a city. However, creating top-notch skyline shots involves more than simply pointing your camera and hitting the shutter button. For the best images, you’ll need to pay careful attention to your vantage point, your camera settings, the time of day, and more. That’s where this article comes in handy; I share seven tips designed to level up your photos, so that – by the time you’ve finished reading – you’ll be ready to capture the grandeur of London, New York City,...

Creating a compelling landscape photo takes good technique, knowledge of weather and light, planning, and, often, a lot of time and effort. And after all that, it takes strong understanding of post-processing and good taste to produce a finished product. This excellent video tutorial features an experienced landscape photographer who will take you through how to edit a landscape photo using Lightroom. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Terry’s back with his Adobe live weekly Photography Masterclass, and this is always one of my favorites; where he asks his viewers to submit images, and he shows you how he’d edit them using Lightroom and, if necessary, Photoshop as well. I’ve embedded his stream below (it airs LIVE at 11:00 ET, but you can watch the replay anytime afterward: Thanks, Terry! Have a great NFL Super Wildcard Weekend! #GoBucs! -Scott The post See How Adobe’s Own Terry White Edits Your Photos Today at 11:00 AM ET appeared first on Lightroom Killer Tips. Original link(Originally posted by Scott Kelby)

A quality 50mm lens is one of the most flexible optics a photographer can have in their kit, with the ability to tackle just about everything from portraits to events, street photography, and much more. Such lenses can cost anywhere from under $100 to well over $2,000, which makes the Viltrox AF 50mm f/1.8, which sits at $379, a nice middle-of-the-road option that offers you higher levels of performance and image quality without breaking into stratospheric price levels. This great video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I’ve been covering the Coney Island Polar Bear Plunge like clockwork for well over a decade now, and I think it’s fair to say that I’ve picked up a few useful habits along the way. For those unfamiliar with the event, imagine several hundred folks in various stages of near-nudity packed into a corner of the beach. It’s typically rather cold - though some years have been colder than others - and everyone’s working themselves up into a fevered lather. In this excitement, a drum team forms up, creating a corridor from the top of the beach to the ocean. As the sound of those instruments gets louder and faster and more aggressive, the signal is sounded and the mob stampedes...

For as long as I've owned Photoshop, I've steadfastly held the belief that post-production skills separate most photographers. Here, we see seven pro landscape photographers given a single raw image to work with, and the final results are not only quite amazing, but incredibly different. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

Instagram’s navigation is set to change in February with a new update that sees the Reels button lose its prime position and the Compose (plus icon) will be placed in the middle. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kaisa Leinonen)