Portrait photographers spend a lot of time working on creating flattering light, and in photography terms, that almost always equates to soft light. However, hard light can be just as effective, particularly if you want to add a bit of drama or want to accent certain elements of your image. This excellent video tutorial will show you how to use three different hard lighting setups, including a gridded reflector, Fresnel lens, and parabolic umbrella. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

There are tools that many photographers neglect and this is one of them. The histogram is criminally underused, possibly because it isn't all that intuitive to beginners, but once you understand how to read it, it can keep you from making costly mistakes. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Few photographic events put more pressure and stress on the photographer than their first wedding, but we all have to start sometime. If you just booked your first wedding and you want to make sure the big day goes as well as possible (and with as little stress for you as possible), check out this excellent video tutorial that will guide you through what you need to know. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

After five years, NASA’s space probe Juno arrived at Jupiter in 2016, carrying with it Junocam, a two-megapixel camera featuring a Kodak image sensor. This camera continues to reveal more mysteries about the red planet. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

To go big or to go small, that is the question. In today’s article, I’ll look at a handful of pros and cons of each to try and figure out which is the best approach. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Congratulations to Christopher Baker for winning the recent Summer Road Trips Assignment with the image, “Olympic Black Bear.” See more of Christopher Baker’s photography at https://cscottphoto.smugmug.com. View the winning image and a selection of submissions in the gallery below. And be sure to check out our current photography assignment here and enter your best shots! [See image gallery at www.outdoorphotographer.com] The post Summer Road Trips Assignment Winner Christopher Baker appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Adobe has just released Photoshop 2022, version 23.0.0. As always, it leans more towards evolution than revolution, but with more than two decades of evolving, you know any large changes are going to be useful. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The Olympus brand of cameras will be “OM SYSTEM” going forward, OM Digital Solutions Corporation announced today. Last year, it was revealed that the camera business of Olympus Corporation would be transferred to Japan Industrial Partners, and on January 1, 2021, the transfer was completed, forming a new company, OM Digital Solutions Corporation. OM SYSTEM brand logo For how long the brand would continue to license and use the Olympus trade name was unclear at the time. According to today’s press release, “OM Digital Solutions is pleased to introduce the OM SYSTEM brand for our lines of interchangeable lens cameras and lenses, compact digital cameras, audio products, binoculars, and other services,” answering that question. New products will be released under the...

Photo By Clayton Peoples Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Teton Foliage” by Clayton Peoples. Location: Wyoming. “The Teton Range is difficult to describe,” says Peoples. “This rugged, beautiful range seemingly rises straight out of flat plains, or at least this is how it appears from the east side. There are many stunning vistas of the Teton Range in Grand Teton National Park. One of the most famous is Oxbow Bend. In autumn, the aspens along Oxbow Bend come alive with color. On this particular morning, the aspens were in full splendor, and the clouds offered some contrast in the sky.” Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo of the Day is...

Fujifilm's GFX series of medium format cameras and lenses has brought some incredible image quality and capabilities to photographers at prices that significantly undercut traditional medium format costs. Both the GF 80mm f/1.7 R WR and GF 110mm f/2 R LM WR lenses offer extremely wide apertures for medium format lenses, making them intriguing choices for portrait photographers. So, which is right for you? This great video compares the two and the sort of performance and image quality they offer to help you choose. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Olympus is changing its name to the OM System. With the announcement, they have told FStoppers that they are also developing a new interchangeable lens Micro Four Thirds camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Landscape photography brings with it a lot of challenges, but the scenes and way you can render them are nearly limitless. This fantastic video tutorial goes behind the scenes of photographing a castle in the hills and shows the photographer's process and thoughts behind his creative decision. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Lightroom vs Adobe Bridge: Which Is Best in 2021? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Matt Murray. Which should you buy, Lightroom vs Adobe Bridge? If you haven’t used either program extensively, it can be a tough choice. That’s where this article comes in handy; below, I give an overview of both Lightroom Classic and Adobe Bridge along with their pros and cons, then I pit them head-to-head on three key features to help you decide.  So whether you’re a beginner looking for your first photo editing and organization tool, or you’re a more experienced photographer trying to decide on the most effective option for your needs, read on.  Adobe Bridge: overview Bridge is a...

We spend a lot of time working on our technique and expanding our knowledge of various methods for creating and editing photos. However, sometimes, a simple adjustment in how you approach things can make a big difference, and this excellent video tutorial will show you one such adjustment. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

There are 10 Lightroom features I use more than any other, and many of you reading might not even be aware of them, as they're often hidden away or require sneaky keyboard shortcuts, so read on to find out what they are. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jason Parnell-Brookes)

A terrifying ordeal is recalled as one photographer is followed back to his home and held at gunpoint for his camera equipment. An important reminder to be safe and alert when out shooting. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

One of the most classic and timeless portrait looks involves using the sun to backlight your subject and create a dramatic background. It is also an excellent way to develop your lighting skills and to learn how to balance ambient and artificial light, and this awesome video tutorial will show you everything you need to know to create them yourself. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It’s cold, and I’m shivering under the dark night sky. Out of breath from hiking up the mountain above 9,000 feet elevation, I set up my camera for a shot. I enjoy creating compositions of the night sky; composition is my favorite aspect of photography. I choose a horizontal view to include the arch of the Milky Way through the frame, with Jupiter near the center and a volcanic eruption on the Big Island of Hawaii in the distance. I wait until the dense part of the Milky Way gases are visible, which, at this time of year in May, is now almost 1 a.m. I love photographing the full moon with mountains or a crescent moon on the horizon, but...

Last month, Canon announced a tiny, lightweight ultra-wide angle prime lens for its full frame mirrorless cameras: the RF 16mm f/2.8 STM. Given how affordable it is, can it offer decent performance? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Enough about the “best lenses” for this kind of photography. Let’s talk about what is practical and what works. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)