Sports photography is a challenging genre that requires fast reactions and solid technique, but it can also be a ton of fun and can yield jaw-dropping action images. If you are looking to improve your sports images, check out this great video tutorial that offers five helpful tips to take better shots. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The golden spiral is often touted as a sort of magical tool for photo composition that automatically creates balanced, compelling images, but it is not without controversy regarding its effectiveness. This interesting video features one photographer examining the concept and discussing why he thinks it is not a good tool for beginners to use in their photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

One of the frustrating parts about landscape photography is that unlike most other genres, you do not have any control over the light. Getting surprised by the light often leads to landscape photographers making a mistake that deprives them of worthwhile images, and this excellent video discusses why and how to avoid it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Astrophotography is a tremendously challenging genre that requires some specialized techniques and knowledge, but when you nail a shot, the results can be jaw-dropping. If you are looking to improve your astro images, this excellent video tutorial will show you five great tips that will help you take better photos of the night sky. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Landscape photography is a popular genre, but the vast majority of those who enjoy it do it as a hobby and not a profession. So, how do those who do it professionally make a career out of it? This insightful video features a professional landscape photographer discussing his long-term approach to his career and some things to be aware of along the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

At just four months old, Spencer Eldon is the star of possibly the most iconic baby photograph of all time, as he floats on the cover of Nirvana's album Nevermind, but now in his 30s, Eldon is suing the band over child sexual exploitation. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jason Parnell-Brookes)

Photo By Tom Thomson Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Little Giant” by Tom Thomson. Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya. “I set my camera on the ground upside down, hanging it out the window of the vehicle with a monopod and a cable release,” explains Thomson. Exposure: 1/1000th sec., f/11, ISO 720. 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 Tom Thomson appeared first on Outdoor...

Last week, we walked through How to Capture an Environmental Shutter Drag Portrait. A shutter drag portrait is a portrait that captures movement around a subject using slower shutter speeds. Following the steps in the video, we wound up at a final raw image. In this video and article, I'll be walking through the editing process from start to finish in both color as well as black and white to get to our final images! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pye Jirsa)

Canon's RF 600mm f/11 IS STM and RF 800mm f/11 IS STM lenses are some of the most unique to come to the market in a while, offering photographers extremely long focal lengths at very affordable prices, albeit with the compromise of a very narrow fixed aperture. Is that compromise reasonable? This great video review takes a deep look at the lens. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 21 Sample Poses to Get You Started Photographing Groups of People appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Guest Contributor. Are you looking for some group posing inspiration? Need some group poses for your next family or event photoshoot? We’ve got you covered. In this article, I’m going to share my favorite 21 poses for groups, ranging from fun and informal to serious and businesslike. Let’s dive right in, starting with: 1. Everyone standing together, facing forward When working with a large group of people, you won’t be able to control each individual’s pose or expression. This works out fine – as long as you pay attention to the overall composition. So direct everyone to stand...

We've been waiting a long time for the Canon EOS R3 and we finally have some good, albeit rumored, news on when it'll be launching, and it's not too far away. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jason Parnell-Brookes)

I have no doubts that we have all forked out some of our hard-earned Benjamins on something completely regrettable, as I certainly have. Over the years, I have made some questionable purchases, and here are the worst. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

If you've ever wondered how professional wildlife photographers get that perfect mirror-like reflection in bird photos and what camera settings they use to capture birds in flight without missing the shot, then this walkthrough is for you. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jason Parnell-Brookes)

There are millions of wonderful pets in shelters at any given time, all waiting for someone to take them home and love them forever. One of the best ways to give back with your camera skills is to photograph shelter pets to increase their chances of being adopted. These great videos will show you the importance of doing so and offer you some helpful tips and tricks for doing so. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Linn Smith “On almost a daily basis while living in a country-like environment, squirrels abound, performing numerous activities,” says Linn Smith. “One of their cutest behaviors occurs when two of them race up and down trees, seemingly trying to outdo each other with ability and speed. Witnessing their various feats, one watches in awe of the enormous performances they can accomplish. “One day, two tree squirrels were involved in this type of agility and rapidity when one of them had to take a break. With one hand barely touching a branch and standing on only two legs, the squirrel easily balanced itself and surveyed what route would be its next possible move before proceeding onward while playing its game.”...

We spend a lot of time talking about different kinds of lights and modifiers, but once you have spent a lot of money on your setup, you will want to make sure the stand you put it on will hold it safely and allow you to maneuver it as needed. This helpful video tutorial will show you four commonly used types of studio light stands, when they are appropriate, and how to use them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post dPS Weekly Photography Challenge Go Wide! appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Your photography challenge this week is to take the widest lens you have (hey, if that’s a 50mm, so be it!) and make a photograph with it! Many things can work well with a wider lens, landscapes, cityscapes.. Really I guess you can photograph anything with a wide lens, some things just look better really wide. Use the Hashtag #dPSGoWide and #dPSPhotoChallenge if you post to social media This is 14mm on a Canon EOS 5D Mk3 at LVMS! Some great examples of ‘Wide Angles’ here to give you inspiration for your photograph! 15 Expansive Wide Angle Photographs17 Amazing Wide Angle ImagesWide,...

Fujifilm's GFX series rewrote the rules on medium format, bringing it to the price level of upper-level full frame options and opening an entirely new format to many photographers. The GFX 100S continues that, bringing a top-shelf sensor and capabilities at a price ($5,999) that is about as aggressive as you will see in any camera. As such, it is an intriguing option for wedding photographers. This great video takes a look at the camera and if it can keep up with the demands of the genre. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Epson asked me if I was interested in reviewing the EcoTank photo ET 8500 all-in-one printer. I said yes and got the opportunity to use the printer for a month. Is it worth investing in this printer? Let’s find out. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

Photo By Harry Lichtman Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Many Glacier Valley” by Harry Lichtman. Location: Glacier National Park, Montana. “A stormy sunrise over the Many Glacier Valley and Lake Sherburne in Glacier National Park,” describes Lichtman. “Grey clouds turned every shade of orange and red as the first rays of the sun struck the distant peaks. These kinds of mornings can bring rain, overcast or both. It rained shortly thereafter, but the light and sky were memorable.” 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...