The TTArtisan 23mm f/1.4 lens is a fully manual, all-metal lens designed for a variety of crop sensor cameras. In this video, I discuss my initial impressions using the lens and also whether or not I think it's worth picking up. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

There are many different techniques you can use to retouch a portrait, and one of the more advanced and powerful out there is frequency separation. This helpful video tutorial will show you what frequency separation is and how to use it to edit a photo. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Weekly dPS Photo Challenge: Thirds appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. It’s time to brush up on some photographic rules – this one, maybe the most well known, the ‘rule of thirds’ “The rule of thirds is a compositional guideline that breaks an image down into thirds (both horizontally and vertically) so you have nine pieces and four gridlines. According to the rule, by positioning key elements along the gridlines, you’ll end up with better compositions” You can read the full article on the rule of thirds over here on our website. Take one photograph for this challenge, don’t dig into the archives like I’ve done below! Share the photograph in the comments or...

Just when you thought there were more than enough raw image editors out there, along comes another one with some fresh thinking and excellent results. This new editor is called Radiant Photo. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mel Martin)

No matter what genre you shoot, you can quickly fall down the hole of spending a ton of money on gear in the pursuit of the perfect shot. However, you can easily create high-quality, compelling images even with basic budget gear. This excellent video is an important reminder that you do not need a lot of pricey gear to create good photos and just as importantly, to enjoy the craft. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Take Control of Your Digital Profile (and Earn Some Money While You’re at It) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by ClickASnap. We are experiencing some of the most influential decades in human history. The velocity and creativity with which technological advancements are being made are utterly astounding (at least to a regular guy like me). Photography – and the ways that we share our photos – is developing at breakneck speed. But we’re in danger of losing the security and integrity of our images. You work hard to pay for equipment. You buy some lights, some software, and some flights to feed your need to discover beauty where others can’t see it. (It’s what we,...

A new player in the photography industry, ClickASnap, offers YouTube-like payments for creators who simply upload their images. The business model is simple: take everything that’s good about photo-sharing platforms and make it better by adding features photographers long wanted. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

A drone allows you to take photographs to the next level. There is only one downside for most drones I know of. The camera can’t be tilted for vertical shots. That doesn’t mean you can’t shoot vertical images. The solution is a panorama. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

Photo By Gilbert Stetson Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Ice Sculpture” by Gilbert Stetson. Location: Alsek Lake in Alaska. 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 Gilbert Stetson appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

This is a quick, easy trick to do something you probably didn’t think Lightroom could do. Check it out below: Pretty cool little trick, eh? Tons of Lightroom Classes Coming UP At the Photoshop World Conference 2022 It’s back again this year, and it’s three full days, multiple training tracks, all online, featuring your favorite Photoshop World instructors and the Photoshop World experience, complete with an opening keynote, Midnight Madness, the attendee party, the Guru Awards — the whole nine yards as we aim to make it as close to the in-person event as possible, which means it’s going to be awesome! First, check out the official trailer below: Just like always, you can watch any session in any of the...

If you'd like to know how to change the color of a white object in Photoshop, or any other color for that matter, then this is for you. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

The post How to Photograph Hummingbirds (5 Simple Tips) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Guest Contributor. Hummingbirds are amazing little creatures. They’re the only birds capable of flying backward, their wings flap between 15-200 times per second, and they look incredible. However, their lightning speed and small size make them extremely difficult to photograph – unless you know a few secrets, that is! In this article, I share my top hummingbird photography tips, including: The slowest shutter speed you can use for sharp shotsThe setting that’ll ensure consistently accurate focusingAn easy way to dramatically increase your keeper countMuch more! Read this article, practice these techniques, and with a little patience, I promise that you, too, will...

Along with shutter speed, aperture, and ISO, white balance is one of the most fundamental settings on your camera and something you will want to consider before you take a photo. So, what is white balance and why does it matter? This excellent video tutorial will introduce you to white balance, what it is, and how to control it for better images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Are you not into abstract photography? It’s one of those things you’ll either love or hate. But it's important, and there is much more to it than you might know. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Congratulations to Kelly Bracken for winning the recent Wildlife in Motion Assignment with the image, “Peregrine Falcon at Takeoff.” The post Wildlife in Motion Assignment Winner Kelly Bracken appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Rarely is a landscape photograph finished when you press the shutter, as the vast majority of such images will take some amount of post-processing to create a finished result. Capture One is the tool of choice for many professional photographers, and this helpful video tutorial will show you one of its most useful tools for creating compelling final results. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Laowa's ever-increasing wide angle lens range is getting larger with the introduction of the 12-24mm f/5.6 C-Dreamer for mirrorless cameras. With a fixed f/5.6 aperture throughout the zoom range, an all-metal construction, 15 elements in 11 groups, is this lens a dream to use? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

Although sharpness is important in just about every genre, it is a particularly strong priority in macro photography. However, it is particularly challenging in macro work, especially when you are not working in a studio where you have complete control over the placement or stabilization of your subject. If you want to shoot on the go without setting up a tripod every time, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will show you some helpful tips for getting sharp images even when shooting handheld. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By ashstidham13 Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Bad Water at Sunrise” by ashstidham13. Location: Badwater Basin in Death Valley National Park, California. 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 ashstidham13 appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

The August 2022 issue of Photoshop User is now live on the KelbyOne site and the KelbyOne app for iOS and Android. In this issue, learn how the three P’s of Lightroom—profiles, presets, and plug-ins—can help you create better images faster, plus we explore the new video capabilities in Lightroom, create skywriting in Photoshop, dive into the ocean in the middle of a city street, etch out an engraving technique, and so much more! This issue’s cover image by KelbyOne member Michael Mammen Current KelbyOne members can log into their account to access the new issue, or you can visit https://kelbyone.com/magazine to sign up and start reading today. KelbyOne Pro & Plus members have access to more than 100 back issues of Photoshop User magazine all the way back to January...