This is another one of those questions I get on a regular basis, so today I thought I’d tackle this one, and luckily the answer, while not obvious, is actually very easy. Here goes: Presets You use presets (generally) to have a certain look applied to your photo (They’re found in the Presets panel in the Develop module). When you click on a preset, it moves some of Lightroom’s sliders for you. If you look in the Basic panel, most presets you click on will have moved one, two or perhaps even all these sliders for you, creating a particular look. It can also move sliders in any other panels as well. If you now move any of the sliders the...

There are certain scenic views that leave you in awe no matter how many times you return to photograph. Whether it’s rounding the bend north out of Jackson Hole and seeing the Teton Range, hiking to the edge of many pullouts along the trail in Canyonlands National Park, walking through a field of wildflowers in July in the Colorado high country or walking the beaches of the Oregon coast, I’ll always be amazed by the beauty and wonder of each landform. I like to think that each is a gift from Mother Nature. If you’ve experienced a similar feeling, and I hope you have, you know what I mean. As is the case for many locations, the more often I go,...

If you're a photographer constantly on the go, the gear you carry with you plays a crucial role. In addition, as technology improves and the demand for quality content increases, we continue to consolidate our gear and fit everything we need into a small backpack. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pye Jirsa)

Canon's RF system has brought us some of the most extreme and impressive lens designs in a long time, and one of the most show-stopping was the RF 28-70mm f/2L USM. If you have been eyeing this lens, check out this awesome video review that takes a long-term look at its performance, usage experience, and image quality. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Fujifilm GFX mirrorless camera series has rewritten a lot of industry paradigms, bringing medium format to the market at prices that compete with upper-level full frame options, making it a tempting choice for landscape photographers. This great video follows a professional landscape photographer as he uses the camera in the field and shows you the experience with and image quality from it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Few people outside of ex-Soviet territories know that there was a booming camera industry there. In this article, I will shed light on some unusual cameras that came from the Soviet era. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

High-end Solid State hard drives (SSDs) have all but replaced the traditional spinning drives, but for the best SSDs, you're going to have to spend a fair amount. In this short video, learn how to easily create your own which will outperform many on the market. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Kingdom of the North” by Max Foster. Location: Alaska “A perfectly still creek in the Alaskan Arctic reflecting the peaks above,” describes Foster. 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

Social media has the most confusing and arbitrary policies on what constitutes adult content. If you don’t want to have your account deleted for posting fully clothed people, you need to understand these rules. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jeff Bennion)

Strong, direct sunlight can be a real pain when you have to shoot at certain times of the day. Here is a video that will walk you through how to remove the ill effects of such bright natural light, without having to spend hours dodging and burning. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

A lot of professional photographers espouse the use of prime lenses, whether for their sharpness, wider apertures, portability, or for some other reason. And while there are certainly advantages to prime lenses, you should not just automatically shun zooms without a second thought; in fact, they might actually be better for your needs, and this great video essay discusses why. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Long Exposure Photography: A Step-by-Step Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Francesco Gola. Are you struggling to capture beautiful long exposure photography? Do you want to learn the long exposure basics – and even take some pro-level images? Long exposure techniques may seem difficult, but they’re really not. With a little bit of know-how, you can start getting stunning results… …and that’s what this article is all about. I’m going to give you a simple, step-by-step process for long exposure images. By the time you’re done, you’ll see how easy it is to get satisfying shots on your first attempt, and you’ll know exactly what to do the next time you’re faced with a...

Over the last few years, I have regularly recommended the ColorChecker Passport. Colors are extremely important and the passport helps prevent issues that can come up with many digital camera sensors. Recently, I have been testing the Datacolor Spyderchekr and I wanted to see which of the two was the better option. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

Each camera calibrates color differently. So, why not take control of your own colors using Lightroom's Calibration tool? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

A good macro lens is one of the most versatile out there, offering you a window into the extraordinary world of the small all around us and doubling as a sharp portrait or all-around lens, depending on the focal length. One such lens is the Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 Macro, and this excellent video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

One of the most useful tools for taking greater control of your edits is the luminosity mask, and it can also save you a ton of time. If you have not seen them in action before or are not sure how they are used, check out this great video tutorial that will show you why so many photographers love them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Aside from the Perseid meteor shower, the summer hype is on for viewing Saturn. Indeed, Saturn is a great target for visual observers, especially if it’s your very first view through a telescope. But for astrophotographers, it’s a tough target. A bit of an easier target is Jupiter, which is “following” Saturn across the summer sky. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Kodama)

Manual mode is often held up as the standard measure of a professional photographer, with semiautomatic and automatic modes thought of as crutches upon which a truly competent shooter would never lean. But the truth is far from that black and white; in fact, many professionals frequently use semiautomatic modes like aperture priority and auto ISO. So, when is each appropriate, and when should you switch to manual? This great video discusses just that. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you are a photographer in any capacity, chances are you deal with the same repetitive questions and comments from non-photographers when your photography comes up in discussions. It gets old, and despite it usually being well-meaning, I wish people would stop asking these five things. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Abby Ferguson, MFA)

Working with models can open up a plethora of new creative outlets and professional opportunities for any photographer. But, the first shoot with a model can seem like a daunting task for some. This video aims to get you comfortable with choosing and communicating with any experienced model. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mike O'Leary)