It used to be that medium format was so prohibitively expensive that its usage was limited to just a few professionals and rental houses. But in the last few years, that paradigm has been completely rewritten, and now, medium format is a viable alternative to full frame for a lot of photographers. So, is it worth taking the dive? This great video discusses the topic. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 7 Tips for Gorgeous Glass Ball Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Bond. Glass ball photography is a fantastic way to create compelling images, the kind that will leave your audience both wowed and curious. But how do glass ball photos work? How do you set up beautiful images? And how do you use a simple crystal ball to capture such striking effects? In this article, I share everything you need to get started, including a lensball recommendation, plenty of tips, and even a few crystal ball photography ideas. Let’s dive right in. How does glass ball photography work? Glass ball photography, also known as crystal ball photography, uses refraction to capture unique images. A...

If a business does not charge a production fee, they are leaving money on the table. It's standard, and your commercial clients are accustomed to paying an additional fee. We call it a production fee, but others industries may call it a convenience charge or kit fee, among other terms. Either way, it's standard and you are entitled to this fee. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Walid Azami)

Wide-angle lenses are the go-to for most landscape photographers, but longer lenses are often seen as underrated. In this video, two professional landscape photographers take either end of the lens spectrum to see who can produce the best shots in the mountains of Wales. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

A wide angle lens with a wide aperture is useful for a huge range of scenarios, from landscape photography to astro work and events coverage. For Fujifilm X Series shooters, one option is the XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR, and this great video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of image quality and performance you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Kristen Ryan Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Morning Glow” by Kristen Ryan. Location: Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming. “The morning sunlight hits the Tetons at my favorite iconic spot in Grand Teton National Park,” says Ryan. “Nowhere better to spend a morning!” 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 Kristen Ryan appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

An ethereal, dreamy landscape photo can be a nice change of pace from the common ultra-sharp, super-vibrant photos we are used to today, and it can invite the viewer to find their own meaning and message within the image. If you are looking to create such photos in your own work, this great video tutorial will give you five tips to make it happen. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Two successful SpaceX missions last week, one on each coast, prompted me to review my rocket launch photo procedures, particularly since the Monday (Sept. 13) launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base was the first after a long hiatus. For those of us in southern California, it was a photo op we were eagerly awaiting since it was scheduled for after sunset. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Kodama)

Mount Fagradalsfjall near Reykjavik, Iceland, has been in the news the last several months. After lying dormant for about 800 years, the first fissure appeared in March 2021, and the volcano has been erupting ever since. It’s the longest volcanic eruption in Iceland in more than 50 years. Photographer Mike Mezeul II specializes in volcanos and headed to Iceland last spring to record the spectacle of Fagradalsfjall. “I documented the eruption via ground and air,” Mezeul tells us, “to show the beauty of this historic eruption as it creates the newest land in Iceland.” He used drones to capture the aerial footage that you see in his incredible short film, “Fagradalsfjall–The Birth of a Volcano.” Fagradalsfjall is a “tuya” type volcano,...

Becoming a proficient landscape photographer takes a tremendous amount of technical skill both behind the camera and at your computer, but even flawless technique is not enough to make a compelling image. It takes creative vision as well, but that is something that is a bit more difficult to learn. This great video tutorial discusses the idea of learning to see in landscape photography and building your creative vision. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

iOS 15, the next major update of the operating system, is available today, and it brings with it a lot of exciting and useful features, particularly for photographers. Let's dive in and see what you can expect when you upgrade. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

There are a lot of reasons why people pick up cameras and become photographers, ranging from making a living to simply wanting to document life around them or explore their creativity. So, what type are you? This fun video features a photographer discussing the two types of people that head outside with their cameras. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 8 Tips for Stunning Car Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Desmond Louw. Car photography is tons of fun – but it can also be very intimidating unless you know the tricks of the trade. Fortunately, as a professional automobile photographer, I’ve developed plenty of techniques for creating top-notch photos of cars. And in this article, I’m going to share eight essential tips, including: The best lighting for car photo shootsPlenty of ideas for amazing car picturesCommon car photography mistakes to look out forMuch, much more! So no matter your skill level, if you’re ready to learn how to photograph cars like a professional, then you’ve come to the right place. Let’s get started....

Buying a new camera when photography is your hobby is a pretty straightforward decision. If you want it and you can afford it, go and buy it. However, once it becomes your profession, it can be a tad more complicated. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Scott Choucino)

How can you turn a corner of your home into a pleasant video background? Here are the basics of creating a better background and lighting setup for your videos, vlogs, and calls. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)

I get this question a lot, but before I tell you how to do it, for the best performance from Lightroom Classic, I recommend NOT moving your catalog to an external drive. You’ll get the best performance by leaving it on your computer, and not over on an external drive. I store all my photos on an external hard drive (which I recommend), but NOT my Lightroom catalog. That being said, I still hear from people who want to move their catalog, so here’s how I would do it (it’s actually really easy if you follow these steps below). NOTE: If instead you want to do the opposite (moving your catalog from your external hard back onto your computer for better...

I got into photography back in the film days. The frame per second rate was much slower and the cost per picture was much higher. With regards to slide film, I still remember pressing the shutter and saying “50 cents” with each click. When motor drives were introduced, my mind worked like a calculator converting each burst into dollars. Thankfully, the frame rate was slow. While many great action shots were created and became treasures, what was also cherished was a great headshot in early or late light. They were so prized, they were once known as the trophy shot. To simply get close to a wild animal at sunrise or sunset and fill the frame with a portrait was revered....

Now and again, we all get the desire to buy new kit; it’s only to be expected with the way new tech is marketed, combined with our desire to improve our craft. Do you need that new piece of equipment? Is it time to jump from a cropped sensor to a full frame? Should you move from DSLR to mirrorless? Will it improve your photography? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Brad Wendes)

Buying a macro lens is useful for a lot of photographers in a number of different genres, however, it's a difficult purchase to justify if you do not do much macro photography specifically. If it had some other purposes it would be a more palatable purchase, and if you take any portraits, it does have. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Fujifilm's GFX mirrorless camera series has brought medium format into direct competition with the upper echelons of full frame systems, opening up an entirely new format to many creatives and making it a potentially appealing option for a lot of landscape photographers. This awesome video follows a professional landscape photographer as he uses the camera and also talks you through his thought process for his images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)