Knowing how to light, pose, and shoot a good portrait is only half of what it takes to produce a compelling final image; you also need to know how to retouch in a tasteful and balanced yet creative manner. If you want to improve your portrait retouching, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will walk you through an entire edit using a variety of advanced techniques and features all in Photoshop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

You've probably never used a circular fisheye lens properly, which is to say in the manner it was designed. It's okay, almost no one has. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Hancock)

I sometimes forget that features I use all the time are only accessible after enabling them as Technology Previews. For example, the Long Exposure function found in the camera module in Lightroom for mobile has been available as a Technology Preview on supported devices for a few years now, so long that I forget it is not available by default. So, if you should see a feature discussed or demoed in Lightroom for iOS, Android, or even the web (meaning lightroom.adobe.com) chances are it is a Technology Preview that you have to enable. Tech Previews avail on lightroom.adobe.com Caveat, you also have to keep in mind that a certain Technology Preview may need certain minimum hardware and/or software requirements be met...

Photo By Jeff Sullivan Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Cloud Machine” by Jeff Sullivan. Location: Yosemite National Park, California. “This was captured on the first morning of our Spring in Yosemite workshop in late April,” says Sullivan. “What a great way to start the week! I saw this weather coming a week away, the only question was whether to go on the Valley floor and shoot ground fog or go to a higher perspective to get the mist forming, and swirling around the Valley. Starting high, we could always quickly descend. “I was enjoying shooting a time-lapse video of the mist and fog swirling while waiting for sunrise to arrive. Then I captured some still images like this one when...

The lens is probably the most important piece of gear any photographer will carry, having a tremendous impact on the technical and creative qualities of your images. If you are new to photography and wondering what you need to know about lenses, check out this fantastic video tutorial by an Australian Geographic photographer that will teach both their standard properties and the fundamentals of their usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 10 Best Lenses for Travel Photography (in 2022) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jeremy Flint. Travel photography is lots of fun – but to get the best shots, you’ll need the right equipment, including a lens that can handle a broad range of travel subjects, from astrophotography and architecture to landscapes, people, and even food. That’s where this article comes in handy. Below, I use my experience as a professional travel photographer to rank the 10 best travel photography lenses on the market in 2022, and I make sure to include options for plenty of brands and budgets. So whether you’re new to travel photography and looking to purchase your first lens, or you’re...

The April 2022 issue of Photoshop User is now live on the KelbyOne site and KelbyOne Mags for iOS and Android. In this issue, learn how removing distractions in your images can place the focus on the things that really matter, plus exploring print options in the cloud-based version of Lightroom, creating custom crop overlays for more flexibility, a look at the Boris FX Optics 2022 plug-in, creative sharpening, doing the type warp, and so much more! This issue’s cover image by KelbyOne member Hafitha Issa/Cameras for Girls KelbyOne Pro & Plus members have access to more than 100 back issues of Photoshop User magazine all the way back to January 2012, plus all 64 issues of Lightroom Magazine. Not a Pro or Plus member yet? Click here for more information. The...

Using flash for portrait photography is something that scares a lot of photographers, but once you master it, you will wonder how you ever worked without the complete creative and technical control it offers. If you are just starting out and unsure of how to get rolling, check out this fantastically comprehensive video tutorial that covers everything from the different types of flash through to how to use TTL and complex multi-light setups. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Camera carts can be an expensive tool on set, and Inovativ are at the top of the bunch. Hopefully, these ideas can get more out of your cart for less. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Stephen Kampff)

Today, Nikon introduced a new lens that should have wildlife enthusiasts very excited. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Apple's M1, M1 Pro, M1 Max, and M1 Ultra chips have blown the doors off the industry by providing highly powerful performance with equally impressive efficiency to match. The Max and Ultra chips sit at the top of the line, but the Ultra chip is only available in the desktop Mac Studio. So, should you opt for the Studio and its top-level power or the versatility of a MacBook Pro with the M1 Max chip? This excellent video comparison will help you decide. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

At Fstoppers we love having our readership contribute articles to the site. There is a dedicated link on our contact page that makes it easy to send in your pitch. Your suggestion is sent to all of the Fstoppers writers and this gives you many opportunities for someone to find your pitch interesting and have it be published on the site. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)

Shooting off-camera flash outdoors can be tricky, as you need to contend with the brightness of the sun. This means that the flash can get pretty close, especially if you want to get a really soft light on your subject. What if it is in the frame? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Susheel Chandradhas)

The post Prime vs Zoom Lenses: Which Lens Type Is Best? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kunal Malhotra. Which is better, a prime or a zoom lens? Which kind of lens should you get? The prime vs zoom lens debate goes back decades, but here’s the truth: Neither lens type is fundamentally better than the other. Instead, different lenses are useful for different situations. So if you’re struggling to choose between primes and zooms, you simply need to identify which lens type is right for you. And that’s where this article comes in handy. Below, I explain everything you need to know about primes and zoom lenses, including what zooms and primes actually are, as well...

When I was first starting out, I got deeply into conversations about style. What is this thing that will get me hired? How do I get it? Recently, I’ve realized that a photographic style isn’t the be-all and end-all magical thing that many beginner photographers think it is. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

Modern cameras are highly impressive, able to tackle just about any challenging situation you can throw at them, even those that just a few years ago would have thrown the best options off their game. As such, it can be easy to rely on that technology a little too much and to forget just how far you can get with good technique and a solid creative foundation. This neat video reminds you of that by showing what you can do with a $25 camera that is almost two decades old. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Ryan Cairl Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Fire in the Sky” by Ryan Cairl. 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 Ryan Cairl appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S Last December, Nikon announced the development of a new 800mm lens for its Z mirrorless system and today the company officially unveiled the NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S. The new lens incorporates a Phase Fresnel (PF) element which allowed engineers to design a lens that’s approximately half the weight (at 5.25 pounds) and 16 percent shorter than the comparable lens for Nikon F-mount. The NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S becomes the longest focal length currently offered for the Z system, and it’s compatible with Nikon’s 1.4x and 2x teleconverters, extending the lens’ telephoto reach up to 1600mm. The lens includes built-in Vibration Reduction that provides up to 5 stops of stabilization, and up...

85mm lenses with wide apertures are some of the most popular out there, but a high-quality one is often far from affordable. On the other hand, the Rokinon AF 85mm f/1.4 bucks that trend by coming in at over 75% less than the price of the highly respected Canon RF 85mm f/1.2 L USM, making it quite the intriguing alternative. Can it keep up with those top-shelf options, though? This great video review takes a look at its performance and image quality to answer that question. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Curves adjustment panel is probably one of Adobe Photoshop's most frequently used tools, right alongside Levels. But did you know that there is a tried and tested way to quickly get perfectly color-corrected images every single time? Knowing this basic technique will save you hours of time and effort when learning how to color correct your images in Photoshop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Susheel Chandradhas)