The post Golden Hour Photography: A Complete Guide (+10 Tips) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Anabel DFlux. What is golden hour? And how can you use it for stunning photos? In this article, I’m going to share everything you need to know about golden hour photography. So if you’re looking to understand what golden hour actually is, or if you want to improve your golden hour images with some expert tips, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s dive right in with a simple definition: What is the golden hour in photography? The golden hours are (roughly) the first hour after sunrise and the last hour before sunset. But the length of the golden hours can vary...

Photography can sometimes become a bit of a gear measuring contest. Who’s got the biggest lens? Which body has the most megapixels? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

The EOS 3 was one of the last film cameras from Canon, and it brought with it a range of advanced and unique features that make it a great choice even today. This excellent video review takes a look at the camera and how it holds up in 2021. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Dear Fujifilm, on behalf of all instant photography fans, please give us a decent Instax camera — one that excites us, one that inspires us. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Matt Murray)

We have long been in the digital age, but film has remained as an indulgence, a creative tool, or even the medium of choice for a few photographers. If you have been considering dabbling in it, this excellent video will show you some of the reasons it can make you a better overall photographer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

One of the quickest and easiest ways to completely change an image and make it more memorable is to add a flash. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Cory Parris)

Are dull, flat skies ruining your photographs? Learn how to capture real clouds and dramatic skies in camera, no sky replacement or Photoshop needed. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by kate g)

Portrait lighting does not always have to be expensive or overly complicated. This excellent video tutorial will show you a professional portrait lighting setup that only requires two speedlights, two shoot-through umbrellas, and a reflector. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Canon RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1L IS USM is the latest in Canon's line of respected telephoto and supertelephoto zoom lenses. How does it compare to its predecessor, the already impressive EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM? This great video review takes a look. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Gary Fua Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Susurrate” by Gary Fua. Location: Silver Lake, Eastern Sierra, California. 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 Gary Fua appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

The post 11 Tips for Posing People With Confidence (+ Examples) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Andrew S. Gibson. How can you pose people in photography with amazing results? In this article, you’ll discover 11 simple tips to start people posing like a pro (plus plenty of example images). So if you’re ready to take your portrait photography to the next level, then let’s get started! (Also, if you’re looking for posing inspiration, check out our handy Portrait Posing Guide, which offers a whopping 67 sample portrait poses.) Before the shoot Here are some points to think about before you even pick up your camera: 1. What kind of shoot is it? The posing requirements for...

We talk about how to add light and shape it in a scene quite a lot, but as important as that is, so too are the shadows in your photos. This great video tutorial discusses how you can use shadows to create better, more dynamic, and more compelling images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Using manual exposure is considered professional use by many photographers. Sometimes, it is even considered the only serious way of using a camera, giving you full exposure control. But is this true, or is manual exposure just old fashioned? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

A lot of the time, you have complete control over a portrait, including where you take it and thus, the background that complements your subject(s). But in other situations (wedding photography, for example), you do not get much of a choice and may be stuck with a boring, distracting, or simply unpleasing background. If that is the case, this helpful video tutorial will give you five tips for still making professional portraits. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you've been trying to get some portraits of your furry friend but your images aren't quite cutting the mustard, then these seven simple techniques might be just the thing you need. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jason Parnell-Brookes)

A problem that many photographers face is being unhappy with their photos. This ends up running shoots and makes matters even worse. Some never fully experience the joy of creating that photography can bring. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Blur is generally seen as a negative thing in photographs. Sure, it can fully ruin an otherwise good image or take away from a moment that would have otherwise been wonderful to document. But, blur can also be an amazing and helpful tool, one that can add a lot to an image, as long as it is used intentionally and thoughtfully. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Abby Ferguson, MFA)

Photo By Jessica Nelson Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Robin Looking Up” by Jessica Nelson. 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 Jessica Nelson appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The post Weekly Photo Challenge – Fruit appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Last week, shadows, went well! Some great photos came of it (have a look in the comments here) well done! We’re going with another easy theme this week, and a little bit of a social experiment (kinda) ‘Fruit’ is this weeks theme, and ideally we’d love to see your local fruit, if there’s a local specialty or just a fruit you really like. My photos this week are pretty ordinary as I don’t have a camera-camera with me, so please excuse the mess haha… I had an apple and found an old hessian bag to add some texture. When you post your photograph...

Fast glass is more affordable than ever before, with brands pushing quality and lowering prices to attract photographers away from the big names. But how good are they? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)