Before I get to that (and I do straight away in the video below), I want to thank all folks who came out to my “Ultimate Photography Crash Course” full-day seminar, whether you were there in person with me in Orlando or if you watched it live online as it was happening. It was my largest attended one-day seminar since probably 2018, and I’m very grateful to all you lovely folks out there who were a part of it. I was thrilled to be teaching in front of a live audience again, and the day was very special for me, so thank you all very much. Now, onto answering the question, how Lightroom catalogs should you have? Just one, or is...

What does an atomic detonation look like with a 1/1,000,000 s exposure? If you drop milk onto a red table, do you make art? This article holds an interesting discussion about high speed photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kim Simpson)

Sennheiser's new EW-DP lav mic system should easily be able to outperform DJI's wireless lav mics... but that didn't happen. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lee Morris)

In the ever-evolving world of photography, the post-processing phase has seen remarkable advancements, shifting from traditional manual culling and editing to the realm of automation with Artificial Intelligence (AI). [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Strauss)

Recently, a few photographers I know have been raving about Neewer’s gear. So, when given the opportunity to review their new Q4 Strobe Flash and its QPro wireless trigger, I jumped at the chance. Here’s why it far exceeded my expectations. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

How do you keep yourself looking good while working from home, without turning your home into a workplace? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Viltrox has been making some superb lenses of late — affordable, compact, and fast — and they join a growing market of off-brand manufacturers who produce superb glass. This latest offering is another great addition! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

I remember vividly in July of 2019 when Skylum announced Luminar 4, software that featured Sky Replacement. A ho-hum feature for some, it was seen as a major gift by many photographers who wanted an easy way to replace a bland or cloudless sky. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mel Martin)

Capturing birds mid-flight can be incredibly tricky and requires a lot of know-how. One of the biggest hurdles was the camera itself, but fortunately, we now have more tools at our disposal than ever before. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

I know what you might be thinking. "Will AI replace professional photographers? Are the days of hiring a professional photographer numbered?" As the owner of 415Headshots, a San Francisco-based headshot studio, I'm here to quell those fears. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jasmeet Singh)

We all know that printer companies hook you with a cheap printer and then make their money with overpriced ink. I just didn't know it was this bad. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lee Morris)

Almost every modern camera comes equipped with some form of wireless connectivity. Manufacturers are even making them a prominent selling point. But just how valuable is this feature in reality? In this article, I want to dive into the possibilities and their value. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

As a modern photographer, you are often wearing many hats. We carry a lot of gear. Well now, there is one piece of tripod kit that transforms into a standing, tabletop, monopod, or handheld tripod all-in-one for both your phone and camera. My back is thankful for innovation. Let’s dive into the details. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by kate g)

The post Zno’s Album Designer: Create Memorable Albums That Clients Love appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. If you’re a professional event photographer, you know that clients adore photo albums. Wedding albums, newborn albums, Bar and Bat Mitzvah albums – they look gorgeous, tell the event’s story, and make fantastic gifts. In other words, offering custom-made albums is a superb way to satisfy clients, and they can help you boost profits, too. But designing high-quality albums can be tedious, difficult, and time-consuming. That’s where an album-design app like Zno Designer comes in. Zno Designer provides a straightforward, intuitive method for designing, creating, and even printing breathtaking photo albums. It’s cloud-based, so there’s no software to...

As photographers, we are bombarded by information from all directions on a daily basis, and it can be tricky to know how to cut through it all to the advice that really matters. Whether you are a professional or a hobbyist, if you want some important lessons that will put you on the right track to finding success and satisfaction in the craft of photography, check out this fantastic video essay that discusses such ideas. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photographing The World: Japan, our newest photography tutorial with Elia Locardi, is finally live. And as always, we filmed an entire behind-the-scenes series of its creation. This is Episode 1. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lee Morris)

Sometimes a tripod just needs to be easier to carry for when you might need it. This tripod from SmallRig definitely fits that role. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)

With everything photographers are bombarded by these days, it can be easy to confuse what you want versus what you need. This excellent video essay features an experienced photographer discussing a range of things modern photographers often want versus the things that will actually make them better and happier creatives. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

How much clutter is there in your life? Don’t you wish that your photography gear was better than what you have? Now is a great time to change that situation with a little help from MPB. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

The way you see light and the way your camera sees light are quite different, and as such, it is important to understand the differences to ensure you get the correct exposure and to be able to anticipate when your camera might get it wrong. This great video tutorial discusses how cameras meter photos, what to be aware of, and when you should consider switching to manual metering. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)