It’s been a while since we’ve done a “Back up your Photos” Monday, and if you’re a Lightroom Classic user, this day is for you. However, beyond that, if you’ve watched my SLIM System online course [Simplified Lightroom Image Management system], you know I’m always encouraging Lightroom Classic users to make sure they have a backup of your backup on a separate external hard drive (ideally in a separate location), because if your backup dies, well…you have no backup. So, in the spirit of “Backup Your Photos Monday,” I thought I’d share how I make a backup of my backup external hard. To keep my backup hard drive synced with my 2nd backup hard drive it’s a simple two-step process thanks...

Over the multiple decades I’ve led photo safaris to Tanzania and all over the United States, I’ve observed a multitude of commonalities. I’ve been witness to common barriers that prevent participants from creating the best possible images. They range in scope from making photos of anything and everything just because it’s new to overlooking what’s the best aperture/shutter speed combo to create the finest possible image. As soon as I notice an issue arise, I point it out to make sure the barrier gets broken. To prevent you from encountering the problem before you enter the field, I share the following. The most basic problem I see is participants don’t get into a photographic state of mind before each session. The...

ChatGPT has been a breakthrough moment for some industries this past week. It can literally turn ideas into reality, but is it good enough to create motion graphics in Adobe’s After Effects? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Stephen Kampff)

While many pros working in studios will use complex multi-light setups for portraits, when you are shooting on location, it is often much better to employ a single light that allows you to be a bit more nimble. And with a bit of lighting savvy, you can still create fantastic professional-level portraits. This great video tutorial will show five easy one-light setups sure to help you make compelling images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A question to ask yourself before composing your landscape photos is: what's the subject? Having a clear answer to that will help you create good photographs. But there are situations where no matter how you position your camera, some elements in the frame will distract from the main subject. In this article, I share editing techniques you can use to alleviate that problem. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

The list of monthly subscriptions photographers are pressured to keep up becomes longer every year. From Dropbox to Pixieset, Adobe to Honeybook, and Shootproof to Fundy, photographers' monthly bills multiply annually. Now, Capture One wants a piece of the pie, and its community is not happy about the announcement. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michelle VanTine)

Photo by Jody Partin Today’s Photo of the Day is “Mountain Grandeur” by Jody Partin. Location: Mt Whitney in 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 Jody Partin appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

We often hear about how gear does not matter, and while that is a well-meaning sentiment, the truth is a bit more nuanced than that. In fact, the right piece of gear can actually make you a better photographer. This great video essay discusses why that is and will help you find a little inspiration along the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

35mm lenses with wide apertures are some of the most important and popular options out there, equally at home in a huge range of scenarios, including portraits, weddings, events, astrophotography, and more. Premium 35mm lenses can easily run north of $1,500, which makes the Viltrox 35mm f/1.8 AF a breath of fresh air. This great video review takes a look at the lens and if its performance and image quality allow it to compete with those much more expensive options. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Photographing Men: 7 Tips for Male Portrait Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Karen Quist. Photographing men – or conducting couple or group photoshoots that include men – isn’t especially difficult, yet many beginner portrait photographers struggle to capture nice, clean, high-quality male portraits. I’ve done my fair share of male photoshoots, and in this article, I share my best tips and tricks for great shots, including: How to create flattering male posesHow to keep men engaged in the photography processHow to get the best results when retouching your portraitsMuch more! So if you have an upcoming session with a man, or you’re simply looking to level up your skills, read on! 1. Include...

DJI recently released the Mini 3, the latest entry in the company's respected and widely varied line of consumer drones. Despite coming in a remarkably portable package (8.8 oz or 249 g), the Mini 3 still comes with a wide range of modern features and capabilities. This excellent video review takes a look at the Mini 3 and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Santa's coming! And for many photography enthusiasts, that means gear! For the luckiest amongst you, it might mean lenses and bodies. Others might be looking forward to a Loupedeck Live or Simplr Strap. That stuff is fantastic, too. For me, though, wedding photography is my job, and I don't ask Santa for gadgets because I buy them when needed. Instead, my family now usually asks: "which book do you want for Christmas?" [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Waring)

When it comes to post-processing, one of the most useful tools at your disposal is the luminosity mask, which can help you create more precise and efficient edits. If you have not tried luminosity masks if your work before, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will show you the ins and outs of creating and using them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The rule of thirds is the first thing that is taught about composition in photography. It seems to have some similarities with the golden ratio, but in reality, it’s something completely different. Let’s have a closer look at the history of these so-called rules to get a better understanding. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

Photo by Kathleen Wasselle Croft Today’s Photo of the Day is “Misty Morning” by Kathleen Wasselle Croft. Location: Paxson, Alaska. “As the seasons change, the fog settles over the landscape before sunrise,” describes Croft. “As soon as the sun rises above the horizon, the fog quickly dissipates.” 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 Kathleen Wasselle Croft appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original...

Wedding photography is one of the most demanding and difficult genres, requiring strong technical and creative capabilities, the ability to quickly and effectively solve problems, and strong interpersonal skills. If you are getting ready to photograph your first wedding and feeling a bit nervous, check out this fantastic video tutorial that features an experienced wedding photographer sharing 10 important tips that will help you to better prepare and ease your nerves. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

In the last few years, Tamron has reinvented itself to become one of the most exciting companies in the photography industry, offering a wide range of lenses that are both affordable and rather versatile. Perhaps no lens is more emblematic of that than the 20mm f/2.8 Di III OSD M 1:2, which is both quite cheap and able to tackle a wide range of needs. This great video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Congratulations to Randy Robbins for winning the recent Close To Home Assignment with the image, “Backyard Bobcat.” See more of Robbins’s photography at RandyRobbinsPhotography.com. View the winning image and a selection of submissions below. And be sure to check out our current photography assignment here and enter your best shots! The post Close To Home Assignment Winner Randy Robbins appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

High School, the new bio-series about indie-pop sensations Tegan and Sara, provides a strong example of how filmmakers can use visual language to help to tell their stories. I had a chance to talk to cinematographer Carolina Costa about her work on the series. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mark Dunsmuir)

Photo By Samuel Cox “A giraffe drinking is magic for a wildlife photographer,” says Samuel Cox, “that opportunity to capture behavior with a splash of action—to showcase an animal in a different light. “This individual, photographed in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, was making the most of a small waterhole but was also causing a bit of chaos for the nearby birdlife. Whether by sheer accident or maliciously calculated timing, the giraffe would be slurping up water but wouldn’t raise her head until birds had just landed on the far side. Water would then fly out at the birds in a beautiful S shape, causing them to flutter off in a panic before rebuilding the confidence to try again. You can guess...