The post 7 Fascinating Photography Facts You Probably Didn’t Know appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Megan Kennedy. Looking for fun, compelling, or even weird photography facts? You’ve come to the right place. Photography has a long and fascinating history full of interesting events, items, and people. In this article, we share seven photo-related facts that are guaranteed to impress, including tidbits on cameras, photographic words, the most-viewed image ever created, and more. Let’s dive right in! 1. It’s all in the name We use terms like “photography” and “camera” all the time, but where do these words actually come from? And when were they created? Our first photography fact hearkens back to the origins of many...

You can make a lot of extra revenue from photography if you think outside of the traditional box. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Walid Azami)

The folks at Skylum who make Luminar Neo have promised more extensions by the end of the year, and there are three more new ones coming soon. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mel Martin)

Landscape photography generally requires an above-average amount of post-processing, and for advanced editing work, most photographers turn to Photoshop. However, that might not always be the best choice. This great video tutorial featured an experienced landscape photographer discussing five reasons why Lightroom is often the better choice for editing landscape photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

You read that right. The era of the DSLR is not dead. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I often get together with some of my photographer friends to experiment with lighting techniques and try out new gear. Recently, my friend, John, stopped by the studio, and we decided to have a go at recreating a Dan Winters portrait. In this video, I detail my process, including the lighting I used as well as my editing process. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

There isn’t a camera brand that doesn’t make a nifty fifty. There also almost isn’t a camera blog or advice resource that hasn’t recommended the nifty fifty. Thousands of photographers are led to believe that they absolutely must have this lens. I was one of them. Here is why I think that the nifty fifty is vastly overrated and why you probably don’t need one. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Fujifilm recently announced the X-T5 camera, which is the latest camera in the X Mount series. Despite the fact that the X-T5 is not the most feature-filled camera Fujifilm has ever produced, it does send a big message to its audience and customer base. Fujifilm has finally figured out its camera lineup for the X Mount. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

  Today’s Photo of the Day is “Skyrise” by Daniel Forster. Location: Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness, Colorado. “The Maroon Bells mountains wrapped in autumn colors at night with a sky filled with stars and the Milky Way,” describes Forster. 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 Microsoft Surface line offers a lot of versatility for creatives in the Windows ecosystem, and the new Surface Laptop 5 is here, pairing a high-quality touchscreen with the convenience of a portable laptop with all-day battery life. If you are looking for a new device for working on the go, check out this great video review that takes a look at the Surface Laptop 5 and the sort of performance and experience you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Being a professional photographer takes many skills beyond simply what you can do with a camera and a computer. Chief among them is the ability to manage time well and cut out any inefficiencies. This great video tutorial features an experienced professional discussing a simple way to cut down on a lot of wasted time and the frustration that comes with it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Have you ever looked at photos of awe-inspiring places and thought how magnificent it would be to journey there but doubted your chances because life gets in the way? Have you ever looked at an image of a far-off destination and thought how lucky that photographer was to get to travel to that location? Have you ever wondered about the person in the photo walking on the beach and how the sand would feel under your feet? Rather than be jealous, become zealous and do everything in your power to try to make it happen. I fully understand the limitations, but even if you wind up in places close to home, there are others who would be jealous of that trip....

Most photographers focus their business growth strategies on booking more clients. However, the most financially savvy photographers understand the full revenue equation, i.e. revenues equals the number of clients multiplied by the average revenue per client. So, for example, if you want to double your revenue next year, you can either double the amount of bookings or you can double the revenue you make for each booking. In this article, we’ll teach you photography pricing tips to help you charge more for each client that you book. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pye Jirsa)

Working in a studio for the first time is one of the most exciting things a photographer can experience, but of course, there are some important considerations and adjustments you should be aware of to ensure you get the most out of it. This fantastic video tutorial features an experienced photographer discussing five important tips sure to help beginners stepping into a studio for the first time. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It will probably come as no surprise to you that there are certain "must-have" items that photographers don't really need in their lives. Before making your next purchase or business decision, check out this list. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Parker)

Photoshop is a tremendously complex and intricate application, and as such, there are some useful features that are easy to overlook simply by virtue of the overarching complexity. This awesome video tutorial will show you five such hidden gems in the program, where to find them, and how to put them to use for better and more efficient photo edits. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Bob Faucher Today’s Photo of the Day is “Twilight” by Bob Faucher. Location: Drumheller, Alberta. “Near the town of Drumheller, the rolling prairie suddenly parts to reveal one of Alberta’s natural wonders: Horseshoe Canyon,” says Faucher. “Twilight, the time between sunset and dusk, is characterized with light produced by sunlight scattering in the upper atmosphere, when the sun is below the horizon, which illuminates the lower atmosphere and the Earth’s surface.” 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 Fujifilm X-H2 brought the company's first high-resolution sensor to the X Series along with a variety of upgrades and new features, all with the classic Fujifilm experience, making it a desirable camera for a wide range of users. This excellent video review takes a look at the new camera and the sort of image quality and performance you will be able to expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

YouTube channels dedicated to photography and videography are a big business, with some creatives boasting hundreds of thousands or even millions of subscribers. There is a lot of money flowing around, and as such, there can be a lot of controversy about what may or may not go on behind the scenes. This great video features one of photography's biggest YouTubers pulling back the curtain and revealing some insightful truths about the industry. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Split Lighting: A Portrait Photography Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. Looking to enhance the drama in your portraits? In my experience, split lighting is one of the most effective ways to boost the intensity of a portrait photo – and it’s an easy lighting pattern to set up, too, which makes it perfect for beginners. In this article, I’ll explain what split lighting is, I’ll discuss when it works (and when it doesn’t), and I’ll offer step-by-step instructions for creating stunning portraits using the split lighting technique. By the time you’re done reading, you’ll be able to create a split lighting setup of your own, and you’ll be ready to capture...