The camera can be seen as most impactful when it's used to document life in its rawest form. Every day, photographers grab their camera and head out to create a photograph for many reasons. It could be for a client on a commercial set. It could be a wedding photographer. It could be a landscape photographer. All these approaches hold their own sort of gravitas. However, when a camera is used to capture events that help the viewer understand our reality and our history, it could be said the camera is at its most powerful. Photojournalism holds this gravitas. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Rudzikewycz)

Cover photo : ©Abandonednordic It’s a subject not often addressed but significant in the process of creating images. There are domains where risks have to be assessed, evaluated, and prevented. Taking risks is sometimes necessary, although that encompasses many different aspects, and the stakes are also diverse. It mostly depends on your photo field and where you are on your photography journey. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Stefan Gonzalevski)

When I'm teaching photography, I always suggest to my students that they make checklists of to remember things when they shoot. I'm also a fan of handy acronyms to remember them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

Venus Optics is known for producing some of the most unique and innovative lenses in the industry, including ultra-macro options, smooth trans focus lenses with extra smooth bokeh, extraordinarily wide lenses, and, of course, their famous probe lens. It seems the company is never content to rest, with another crazy lens likely on the way very soon. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Lightroom's new AI-powered noise reduction is a remarkable step forward for the program, giving users powerful capabilities for working with high-ISO photos without having to ever leave the program. The one drawback is that the noise reduction can take a bit of time, particularly if you are using an older computer. So, if you are working with a large batch of photos, it is important to ensure you have set up your workflow for optimal efficiency. This helpful video tutorial will show you how to do just that. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Composition is a challenging aspect of photography no matter what genre you shoot, but it can be particularly tricky in something like landscape photography, where you get no control over the placement of elements in the frame, only your position relative to them. If you find yourself struggling with your landscape compositions, check out this helpful video tutorial that offers five bits of advice sure to help you improve. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A theme of Canon's RF lens philosophy has been taking some standard, well-established designs and pushing them to new extremes, such as the 28-70mm f/2 zoom or replacing the 300mm f/2.8 prime with the new 100-300mm f/2.8L. It seems like they have no intention of slowing down, with more extreme patents now emerging. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Symmetry has long been one of the most powerful tools to provide visual interest in an image, and there are many ways to leverage it in your work to create compelling shots. This fantastic video tutorial will show you some of the different types of symmetry in landscape photography and how you can use them in your own work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

What lured you into photography? Was it a specific genre? Was it a person? Whatever the case, I want to lay out the benefits of being as open and experimental as possible when you are new to the craft. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The post 10 Tips for Spectacular Travel Landscape Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jeremy Flint. Looking to improve your travel landscape photos? From gear and planning to composition and lighting, level up shots with these 10 pro tips. Delving into travel landscape photography can transport you to the ends of the earth, opening your eyes to the majesty of towering mountains, verdant hills, tranquil lakes, and meandering rivers. This genre is a step up from your everyday landscape photography – it’s all about capturing the sheer splendor of far-flung destinations. So how can you morph your shots from run-of-the-mill to remarkable? Well, that’s what we’re here to discuss. I’ve got 10 tips lined up that...

Right after the Canon EOS R5 was released, I received one from Canon for a review. I liked the camera enough to make a gradual switch from the EOS 5D Mark IV. Now, after three years, I would like to share my long-term experience and the things that could or should be improved in the next iteration. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

I set up in my usual spot for fireworks photos this year, but with a bit of a lighter kit than normal, a small mirrorless camera, and a kit lens. With the advent of Photoshop's Generative Fill tool, perhaps I didn't need to even that. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

Photography can be a pursuit marked by slow growth, and as such, insidious things can creep in and derail our journey, and it can be years before we even realize they have done so. If you would like to continue to grow as a photographer and creative, check out this fantastic video essay that discusses three mistakes that will hold you back and how to avoid them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

ICM, which stands for "intentional camera movement," is a technique in which the photographer moves the camera during the exposure in a precise way, resulting in creatively blurry images that often have a painterly appearance. It is a great way to explore your creativity and expand your landscape photography techniques. This neat video takes you behind the scenes as a landscape photographer tries it out to show you what is possible and some common mistakes. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photographers are on a quest to take the perfect picture. Like the mythological grail, it’s an elusive thing but worthy of pursuit, nonetheless. If you want to achieve it, there are seven challenges you must overcome along the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

In the digital age, some of us never print our photos, content to share them on social media and view them on our monitors and phones. That is a shame, though, as seeing your images in a physical form is something really special that can't be replicated by anything digital. You do not have to print your photos yourself, though. There are plenty of great printing services out there, and this helpful video will show you how to get the most from your first order. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Generative artificial intelligence like Chat GPT, Dall-e, Midjourney, etc., what we are all now collectively referring to as "AI," has all but dominated almost every aspect of popular public discourse over the last year. And for good reason: it's kind of a big deal, though I would argue a lot of the conversation around AI is overblown at best and outright unwarranted panic at worst. But that's not to say we shouldn't be paying close attention to the advancements in this new technology. Quite the opposite, we should be paying very close attention, and making every attempt to understand this tech to the extent we possibly can. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Colin Houck)

A large screen with a precise pen, 4K resolution, and color accuracy? What more could you want on your dream editing setup? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)

From time to time you see images circulating on social media of Japanese camera store shelves awash with film. I’m not talking about half a dozen pro packs of Portra, I’m talking about hundreds and hundreds of rolls of film. More film than you could shoot in 10 years. Names of long-forgotten emulsions that many die-hard film shooters can’t even recall. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Matt Murray)

Canon has already produced some mightily impressive lenses for the RF mount. Now, though, it looks like one of their most legendary EF lenses will be coming to the RF mount. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)