While the industry move to subscriptions has had pain points, I think it’s a net benefit for post-production. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Stephen Kampff)

Submit your best images of "Speed" For this critique, we want to see any photo that represents "speed." A little blur might help you here. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lee Morris)

The 50mm lens is one of the most common lenses out there, and yet, it can be a weirdly challenging one to use. Why is it so difficult to master, and how can you create better photos with one? This excellent video takes a look at the 50mm lens, why it is tough to work with, and what you can do to improve your shots. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If I promise to not curse and do my best to keep my rants to a minimum, can we have a discussion about the ongoing dilemma for photographers which is Instagram? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

The post 7 Tips for Stunning Black and White Portrait Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by John McIntire. Black and white portrait photography is beautiful, it’s powerful, and it often seems to communicate more than just a subject. But how can you capture gorgeous black and white portraits? What are the secrets to success? I’ve been doing B&W portraiture for years, and in this article, I share all my best tips, including: The key facial features you must consider while shootingWhether you should start by working in black and white or in colorHow to adjust your lighting for incredible resultsMuch more! So if you’re looking to take your black and white portraits to the next level,...

35mm lenses with wide maximum apertures are some of the most popular and versatile out there, suitable for a huge range of applications, from events coverage to portraits, astrophotography, and more. The Voigtländer Nokton 35mm f/1.2 SE is quite an interesting alternative to many mainstream options, and this excellent 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)

Photo By Max Foster Today’s Photo of the Day is “Sweet Escape” by Max Foster. Location: Kauai. 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 Max Foster appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

How big can sensors get on a phone's camera? Leica has done a collaboration with a rather surprising company to give you a glimpse of the future. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

If you are looking to break into the wedding industry, one of the best things you can do is become a second shooter. If you are ready to start picking up more second shooter gigs, check out this fantastic video tutorial that features an experienced wedding photographer offering seven tips to help land more bookings. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The title of this article could be described as clickbait; however, it is factually correct. I will be discussing how you can legally make money from other people's content in this article. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

It is World Photography Day, and to celebrate, Apple has shared some of the most impressive photographs from their #shotoniPhone campaign from around the world. Not only are they beautiful, they are an important reminder that the best camera is the one you have with you. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Small, Light, and Fast: Tamron Is Developing the 20-40mm f/2.8 for Sony appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Earlier this week, Tamron unveiled the 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD lens for Sony E-mount cameras, an ultra-portable piece of equipment designed to satisfy still shooters and videographers alike.  Tamron notes that the 20-40mm f/2.8 “is [the] smallest and lightest in its class” and “can be easily carried around for everyday shooting.” According to the press release, it’s an “unparalleled” and “category-disrupting” option. Tamron has a point: the 20-40mm f/2.8 is an unusual lens. The focal length stretches from an ultra-wide 20mm to a near-standard 40mm on full-frame cameras (mounted on a Sony APS-C model,...

Lightroom is the sort of program that you can spend years using, only to discover something you had never seen before. Whether you are new to the program or a seasoned user, this great video tutorial is likely to have a useful nugget of information in it sure to improve your images and make your workflow easier and more efficient. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Weekly Photography Challenge – Celebration appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Did you know it was ‘World Photography Day’ today, the 19th of August. I also found out that some (who!?) call this ‘World Photography Week’ and we’re ok with that, too! So, we’re inspired to celebrate world photography day, and with that we’ve made this week’s photography challenge “Celebration” Speaking of ‘celebration’ check out ‘How to Photograph a child’s birthday party‘ for some tips. Please include #dPSWeeklyChallenge #dPSCelebration hashtags in your posts on social media! Photo by Adi Goldstein on Unsplash How you choose to portray ‘celebration’ is up to you, we look forward to seeing hat you come up with! Thanks to...

While the ports on modern laptops are enough for most users, photographers and filmmakers have much higher connectivity demands than the average person. A portable hub can be a lifesaver for a creative on the go. In this review, we take a look at the Anker 555 USB-C 8-in-1 Hub and if it can provide both the ports and performance a demanding workflow requires. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

As someone who spends nearly every day working in Lightroom, I've discovered a few features that most people might not know about. From organization to editing techniques, there's likely something in here you didn't know you could do in Lightroom. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Armitage)

Photo By Heather Nicole Today’s Photo of the Day is “Lion Love” by Heather Nicole. “A sub-adult cub takes a break from hunting in the tall grass to get some encouraging nuzzles from mom,” describes the photographer. Canon EOS 6D Mark II, Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD A011. Exposure: 1/1,600 sec., f/6.3, ISO 500. 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...

The octabox is one of the most fundamental and useful lighting modifiers out there, able to provide a wide variety of looks for portraiture while remaining relatively easy to set up and master, making it an ideal first choice for anyone working on learning artificial lighting. This excellent video tutorial will show you how to take one octabox and get three distinctive lighting styles from it, giving you a lot of versatility without a lot of work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Terry White is live today with some really helping, timesaving (and frustration-saving) Lightroom and Photoshop shortcuts. It’s LIVE today at 11:00 AM EDT, but you can’t watch live (below) the replay will be available right here as well. Thanks, Terry – we can also use more timesaving tips! Have a great weekend, everybody! –Scott The post How ‘Bout Some Timesaving Lightroom and Photoshop Shortcuts? appeared first on Lightroom Killer Tips. Original link(Originally posted by Scott Kelby)

Woodland photography is an interesting and challenging sub-genre of landscape work that requires a bit of a different approach in order to create successful images. If you would like to improve your forest photos, check out this fantastic video tutorial that features an experienced landscape photographer discussing some helpful advice for taking better landscape images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)