When it comes to often-neglected topics that deserve a lot more attention than they get, color theory has to be near the top of the list. Understanding how different colors interact and how you use them to complement, balance, or play off each other is a fantastic way to start making more creative, harmonious, and compelling photos. This fantastic video tutorial shows how to use the power of color theory to make eye-catching portraits. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Thursday, March 31st is World Backup Day, and I thought it would be a good idea to look at the process of how to use a Lightroom Classic catalog backup copy to get back to work. The two problems were trying to protect against by running the built-in catalog backup process are data loss (drive failure, accidental deletion, loss of computer, etc.) and data corruption in the catalog. Having a backup copy of the catalog can also give you a method to retrieve work from an old catalog after accidentally deleting it from your working catalog too (like accidentally deleting a saved book collection and wanting to get it back). A few years back Adobe added the step of compressing the...

Photo By Garry Everett Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Flyout” by Garry Everett. Location: Walnut Grove, California. “Four Sandhill cranes take to the air in the foggy sunrise light,” describes Everett. 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 Garry Everett appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

March brings the Spring equinox, hope for improved weather, and the possibility of a marathon road trip through the sky via the Messier list of astronomical objects. Note: it’s not supposed to be a “messy” list. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Kodama)

Technology moves quickly, and it only takes a few generations for there to feel like a profound divide between age groups. What do you think the next generation will not know about the photography of today or will be surprised by? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The Westcott Optical Spot by Lindsay Adler is a modifier that can be used to create a variety of in-studio effects including shapes, patterns, hues, and selective shadowing of a subject or background. If you are a portrait photographer, this device can open up a myriad of creative options for you and your clients. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

Photo By Brent Newman Covering 275 square miles of the Chihuahuan Desert in southern New Mexico, White Sands is the largest gypsum dune field on the planet. Designated on December 20, 2019, White Sands National Park incorporates about 41 percent of the dune field, with White Sands Missile Range encompassing the remainder. Runoff from the surrounding mountains transported dissolved gypsum into the Tularosa Basin, where gypsum crystals grew in mass quantities. Over time, the crystals weathered into sand-size grains and were deposited by the prevailing southwest winds to form the snow-white dune field. Perhaps more impressive than its geomorphological history is the park’s archeological history. Human footprints were recently found in White Sands National Park that date back to 23,000 years,...

Joe DiGiovanna is creating an incredible 30-year time-lapse of New York City; so, if there is anyone to ask about proper file backup strategy, my money would be on him. In this helpful video tutorial, he shares five great tips to ensure you are backing up your files properly and effectively, just in case disaster strikes. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Congratulations to Timothy Van Minnick for winning the Winter Grandscapes Assignment with the image, “Glacier Bay Vista.” See more of Minnick’s photography at  View the winning image and a selection of submissions in the gallery below. And be sure to check out our current photography assignment here and enter your best shots! [See image gallery at www.outdoorphotographer.com] The post Winter Grandscapes Assignment Winner Timothy Van Minnick appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Photo By Tina Faye Photography Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Golden Light Juvenile Eagle” By Tina Faye Photography. Location: St Croix County, Wisconsin. 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 Tina Faye Photography appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

A small, affordable prime lens with a relatively wide focal length can be tremendously useful (as long as it has the image quality to back it up), and at just $256 and 5.5 oz (155 g), the Nikon NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8 lens certainly fits the bill. This great video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of sharpness and performance you can expect from it in real-world usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post The 20 Best Photoshop Actions in 2022 appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Ana Mireles. Looking for the best Photoshop actions to enhance your editing? You’ve come to the right place. You see, the perfect action will save you time and improve your images – but there are so many options on the market that it’s often difficult to find the right one. That’s why I’ve written this article, which details the top 20 Photoshop actions available in 2022, including options for creating painterly effects, applying a vintage look, turning your photos into triptychs, and so much more. Some of the actions are free, some are paid, and all are amazing. You’re guaranteed to find...

Most street photography is shot at around 24mm or 35mm, but, of course, there is no reason you can't shoot it at longer focal lengths — even much longer if you so desire. This fun video follows a street photographer as he roams around Chicago, shooting at 200mm and showing just how different the photos look with such a distinctive focal length. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

You are going to learn how to book more photo clients now! It’s easier when you ask the right questions. This blog will guide you through the first client meeting. It's the most important meeting where they decide who to hire and for what budget. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Walid Azami)

Whether you are just starting your journey or are a seasoned veteran, allowing yourself to fail can be difficult as an artist. Yet, it continues to be the absolute best way to improve your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Armitage)

When it comes to Sony's a7 series of camera, both the a7C and a7 IV are the most generalist options, offering the best balance of photo and video features at reasonable prices. So, if you are looking for an all-around option, which of the two is the best? This great video comparison takes a look at the two cameras to help you decide which is right for you. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

To our readers, contributors and friends in the Outdoor Photographer community, it has come to our attention that an individual using the name James Logan has been contacting photographers claiming to be the editor of Outdoor Photographer under the pretense of collaborating on editorial projects. This individual has attempted to gather personal information and collect fees with the promise of future compensation in return. It’s an unfortunate part of being a notable, regarded publication that attempts at impersonation and exploitation are made from time to time. Something similar happened in 2020 when a fake Instagram account created under my name was used to contact photographers with offers of freelance assignments. We attempted to work with Instagram to remove the fake account...

Photos are, at their essence, about acting as a witness to a feeling or emotion. Neal Treadwell and Hugh Nini's accidental collection, 100 Years of Men in Love, is a witness to love and hope. Showing on HereTV, David Millbern's documentary about Nini and Treadwell's collection is well worth the 60 minute investment. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mark Dunsmuir)

The post How to Buy a Photography Tripod: 6 Features to Consider appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Suzi Pratt. Are you struggling to choose the perfect photography tripod? You’re not alone. There are hundreds of tripods on the market today, all with different features and price points, so if you’re new to the world of tripod photography, then picking the ideal tripod might seem impossible. Fortunately, choosing a tripod isn’t as difficult as you might think. I’ve spent plenty of time purchasing tripods in the past, and in this article, I share all my tripod-buying knowledge. More specifically, I highlight the six tripod features you should consider before hitting that “Buy” button. By the time you’ve...

The look of light filtering through a window to light a subject is both quite recognizable, even to the non-photographer, and a fantastic way to give your portraits a natural and elegant look. However, depending on where your studio is and when you are working, you may not always have the luxury of perfect window light. It is not that difficult to create it with artificial lighting, though, and this awesome video tutorial will show you four tips to ensure you get the best possible result. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)