Wide-aperture 85mm lenses are some of the most popular out there, and both Canon and Sigma make some of the most impressive options out there. If you are looking for a high-quality portrait lens, check out this excellent video comparison of the Canon RF 85mm f/1.2 L USM and Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A couple of days ago, my colleague, Ivor Rackham, had a positive review of Affinity Photo 2. What many people miss is that Affinity Photo is also an excellent astro image-processing tool. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mel Martin)

Today’s Photo of the Day is “Sky Bright” by Daniel Forster. Location: Pike National Forest near Colorado Springs, Colorado. 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 Daniel Forster appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The post 35 Gorgeous Cityscape Photos to Inspire You appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Struggling to come up with new ideas for cityscape photos? Looking for cityscape images to inspire your own photography? You’ve come to the right place. In this article, I share 35 incredible photos of cities, featuring soaring skyscrapers, stunning skylines, incredible light trails, beautiful buildings, and more. As you view the images, be sure to pay careful attention to the photographers’ masterful use of lighting, angles, and composition. And when you’re done reading, you can learn plenty more tips and tricks by reading our in-depth cityscape and architectural photography tutorials. Without further ado, check out these incredible shots: 35 stunning...

A lot of photo editing focuses on adjusting the shadows and the highlights of an image, as they are the extremes of a photo and thus, what the eye is drawn to. That being said, a normal image consists mostly of midtones, so knowing how to select and edit them independently of the shadows and highlights is a crucial skill for any photographer. This excellent video tutorial will show you how to select and edit the midtones of an image in Photoshop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photographing male models can be a challenging but rewarding experience for a photographer. In order to create stunning and memorable images, it's essential to direct the model and guide them into confident poses that showcase their best features. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Walid Azami)

We cannot live without our phones. Furthermore, phone apps that access your photos can be a lot of fun. However, they have a dark side, and maybe we should start to be more cautious about using them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

The 70-200mm f/2.8 lens is the workhorse of choice for a huge range of professionals, suitable for portraits, weddings, events, and much more. For Fujifilm shooters, there is the XF 50-140mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR. This great video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can except from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Here are 20 quick, essential tips on how to keep your photography business running and up to date in an age where technology changes day to day. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Peter Morgan)

With all the different aspects that go into creating a successful image, landscape photography can be a daunting genre to get started in. If you are new to the genre and looking to improve, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will show you seven common mistakes new photographers make and how to fix them or avoid them in the first place. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Dawn Wilson Today’s Photo of the Day is “Afternoon Sparring Match” by Dawn Wilson. Location: Estes Park, Colorado. “Two bull elk spar in the shallow waters of Lake Estes as the sun sets behind them, creating specular highlights on the water and silhouettes of the two satellite bull elk,” describes Wilson. 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 Dawn Wilson appeared...

The post 12 Tips for Sharper Landscape Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Gavin Hardcastle. Struggling to capture tack-sharp landscape photos? It’s a common problem. (In fact, the question I get asked most frequently during workshops is “How do you get such sharp images?”) Fortunately, taking crisp, clear, detailed landscape shots isn’t as hard as you might think. Sure, you can spend thousands of dollars on sharper lenses and image-stabilization-equipped cameras, but at the end of the day, it’s mostly just about following three simple steps: Avoid all movement when the camera shutter is openFocus carefullyChoose the right aperture for your creative vision Of course, each step does require a bit of technical knowledge, which is...

Many people believe that size matters, especially when it comes to photography. But what if you could get a high-quality camera worth $6,000 and almost do away with all your bulky gear? Check out the new Leica Q2 Ghost camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

TikTok studio rentals are going to be a huge trend in the future for photo studios looking to increase their profitability. With such a competitive market, it can be difficult for photo studios to succeed. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Walid Azami)

Just in time for holiday photos, Skylum has a new extension for Luminar Neo. It's the seventh extension offered this year, and it's called Magic LightAI. The release is scheduled for December 15. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mel Martin)

Hop on Instagram or the like, and you will find plenty of nearly identical photos of famous locations, often to the point that it would be essentially impossible to create an image of such a place that would actually stand out from the crowd. So, is it even worth taking the time and putting in the effort and resources to make such images? This excellent video essay discusses the topic and offers some worthwhile advice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

In landscape photography, we do not get control over the light on the scene, but just like any other genre, light can make or break an image. Knowing how to read the light, predict its evolution, and wait for it to be just right is crucial to creating successful images. This great video tutorial will show you why just how much of a difference it can make. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

With ever-increasing lens choices from both first-party and third-party manufacturers, how do you know what lens is going to be right for you and your needs? Articles such as this on Fstoppers and YouTube videos all help in your search, but how do you narrow your search to the best lens for your requirements? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

Today’s Photo of the Day is “Dancing Bears” by James Day. Location: Lake Clark National Park, Alaska. 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 James Day appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

One of the wonderful things about landscape photography is that there are so many ways to photograph a single scene, and because of that, one location can yield dozens of photographs. If you are not taking the time to explore your creative voice through experimentation, though, you might be missing out on a lot of opportunities. This excellent video tutorial features an experienced landscape photographer discussing why experimentation is so crucial to finding success. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)