Like it or not, hard light happens a lot outside, and if you are a portrait or wedding photographer, you can't just reschedule the ceremony or session every time you don't have clouds to give you soft light. So, what can you do to still create flattering images? This excellent video tutorial will show you how adding a bit of flash to the scene can be just the solution you are looking for. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 8 Dessert Photography Tips (for Delicious Shots!) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Ana Mireles. Dessert photography, like most food photography, can be done in many styles – commercial, lifestyle, flat lay, and so on. But one thing all these approaches have in common? They try to make the viewer feel tempted by the featured dessert. In this article, I share my top tips to improve your dessert images (regardless of your style). I discuss my favorite settings, how to handle dessert lighting, a simple way to make your images more appetizing, and much more. Ready to become a dessert photoshoot master? Then let’s dive right in, starting with: 1. Choose the right settings Canon...

Imagine being tasked with photographing press events featuring some of the most famous people in the world, on a regular basis. Are you confident that you can come away with photographs as strong or better than those of your peers? Can you find the small, personal moments taking place in the chaos to create images that are unique? Christy Bowe is a photographer who has successfully accomplished these tasks for the past three decades. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)

Butterfly Wing. Darrell Gulin saw the beauty in the intricate patterns and color of the scales comprising the wing of a spicebush swallowtail butterfly. It was easy to capture with a long exposure at 1.4x with the Canon RF100mm 2.8L Macro IS USM. Exposure: 2 sec., ƒ/32, ISO 1250. In photography, the term macro is defined as a “life-size, 1x, 1:1 or larger” rendering of a subject on film or sensor. Any magnification less than 1:1 is considered “close-up” photography. A 100mm macro lens that captures images at 1x without accessories has been available to Canon users since 1979, beginning with the Macro FD 100mm f/4. A faster ƒ/2.8 upgrade designed for the EF mount came in 1990, a version with...

Medium format is more affordable than ever, and its resolution, tonality, and dynamic range make it a dream for landscape photographers, who almost always prioritize image quality above anything else in a camera. So, to switch back to full frame from medium format might seem like a strange decision. This interesting video essay features an experienced landscape photographer discussing why he is considering doing just that anyway. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If someone gave you $1,000 and told you to buy a camera and lens combo, what would you do? Yes, it is hard to get a good kit for relatively little money. Yet, there are some hidden gems that are great to kickstart your career and offer an improvement over existing gear. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Photo By Ae Sun Choi Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Early In The Morning At Sandstone Falls” by Ae Sun Choi. 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 Ae Sun Choi appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Most newer photographers will begin their editing journey in Lightroom rather than Photoshop, and even as you become more advanced, you will notice that you can still do a lot or even most of your editing in the former, only needing to resort to the latter for truly complex post-processing tasks. If you are a beginner and looking to understand how the various editing functions in Lightroom work, check out this great video tutorial that will have you up and running in no time at all. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post The Lightroom Brush Tool: An Essential Guide (+ 5 Tips) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Ringsmuth. What is the Lightroom Brush tool? How does it work? And how can you use it to enhance your photos? The Adjustment Brush is one of Lightroom’s most powerful tools; it can help you improve image crispness, add stunning colors, adjust tonality, and much more. In this article, I explain everything you need to know about the Brush tool in Lightroom. I discuss the Brush’s primary applications, I share step-by-step instructions for ensuring great results, and I offer plenty of tips and tricks along the way. So if you’re ready to level up your editing, then let’s...

Becoming a successful photographer takes the confluence of technical aptitude, creative thinking, problem-solving capabilities, and more. This requires you to be able to address multiple aspects of your work simultaneously, sometimes making it a bit tricky to figure out why things might not be going well. If you are struggling to grow as a photographer, check out this great video that discusses five reasons why that might be and what you can do to get back on the right track. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A photograph is a two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional scene, and as such, part of the challenge posed to the photographer is recreating a sense of depth in the image. This is particularly important to holding your viewer's attention in landscape photography, and one of the most effective ways to accomplish this is through the use of layers. This excellent video tutorial will show you how to leverage them to create more effective photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

One of the most exciting topics for me to cover during my time as a professional newspaper journalist was fires and firefighting, and the potential for great images is there for anyone who approaches the matter with a little preparation and knowledge. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert Stevens)

Photo By Christopher Baker Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Emerald Green” by Christopher Baker. Location: Olympic National Park, Washington. “Bright green foliage and moss surround this small stream just off the Sol Duc Trail in Olympic National Park,” describes Baker. 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 Christopher Baker appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Whether you're brand new or have many years experience, printing your work can be the most satisfying part of photography. Something you might not realize is how much your work might change after you make that first print. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Armitage)

Congratulations to Colin Watts for winning the recent Cloudscapes assignment with the image, “Sea Stacks At Dawn.” See more of Watts’ work on Youtube and Instagram. View the winning image and a selection of submissions below. And be sure to check out our current photography assignment here and enter your best shots! The post Cloudscapes Assignment Winner Colin Watts appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

If you're still not sure exactly how to use masking in Lightroom, this will answer all your questions. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

When a lens is sold out, you always know it's a good sign. See what all the fuss is about with the new Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G lens. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

The Nikon Z fc is styled after one of the greatest 35mm cameras of all time, the Nikon FM2. And although the Z fc looks like an FM2, does it live up to the hype? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

Nicknamed “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific” due to its multi-colored canyon walls etched deeply into the terrain, Waimea Canyon on the south shore of the “Garden Island” of Kauai was formed when the Waimea River carved its way through the lava and basalt formations of the region. Waimea is Hawaiian for “reddish water.” Driving through the canyon takes you through both Waimea Canyon and Koke’e State Parks. Throughout the canyon, there are hiking trails where you can see tropical foliage, green and red scenery, waterfalls and rainbows. Weather The park’s location on the south side of the island means that it doesn’t get nearly as much rain as the north and east sides, and due to its elevation, the average...

Soft light is generally the preferred style for portraits, as it is more flattering on the subject. However, soft light produces more gradual transitions and requires relatively larger sources, which can make it more difficult to precisely control where it is falling in the frame. This excellent video tutorial will show you how to create a portrait using soft but carefully controlled light using flags and v-flats. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)