Photo gear tends to be quite expensive, and when you are outfitting your camera bag, the costs can add up rather quickly. However, the used market is always bustling, and you can save significant amounts of money by buying what you need there. This helpful video essay discusses what to look for when buying used equipment to make sure you get a good deal on equipment that will last you a long time. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A modern trend that is taking over every freelancer is hustling. The mantra is repeated by some of the most popular productivity “gurus.” The more hours you put in, the more outcome you will get. However, following this hours = improvement idea is dangerous for your health, creativity, and ultimately, photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Aputure has been one of the most interesting companies in the lighting space over the last few years, with some brilliant and affordable options. This latest projection lens attachment has had me very interested indeed. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L was one of the company's most well-known and popular lenses, but it was a rather quirky model that was not without flaws in both autofocus performance and image quality. On the other hand, the new RF 50mm f/1.2L USM quickly established that the company had set a new standard for itself when it came to lens design and image quality. Just how much better is the new model? This great video review takes a look at both old and new to answer that question. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Today, a short story about how forcing yourself to look at art from a different perspective can sometimes help you see the whole picture. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Photo By Bob Faucher Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Final Reflections” by Bob Faucher. Location: Olympic National Park, Washington. “Reflections of the sunset, breaking below the low clouds near the horizon, on the wet sands of Second Beach,” describes Faucher. EF 28-70mm lens. Exposure: 4 sec., f/13, ISO 100. 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 Bob Faucher appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal...

Hand-painted canvas backdrops are a thing of beauty, it is another form of art in itself. With that, there are many canvas backdrops out there that are not very budget-friendly. If you have the time and space, here's how you can make your own. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Ventura)

Accessories for cameras have improved in both quality and function over the last decade or so, but perhaps not as quickly as other areas of equipment. This new filter system, however, aims to overcome a lot of the irritants around stacking filters. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The July 2021 issue of Photoshop User, the Magazine for Lightroom & Photoshop Users, is now live on the KelbyOne site and KelbyOne Mags for iOS and Android. In this issue, we’ll show you how you to create a complex gallery print action in Photoshop that can be accessed from Lightroom Classic, plus adding graphical borders to your images in Lightroom Classic, learn how to use custom brushes in Photoshop that you can turn into pleasing bokeh with the Lens Blur filter, create a long exposure firefly effect, a look at the latest tethering features in Lightroom Classic, and so much more! This issue’s cover image by KelbyOne member Dennis Fleischman! KelbyOne Pro & Plus members have access to more than 95 back issues of Photoshop User magazine all the...

The post Creative Phone Photography: 8 Tips for Artistic Mobile Photos appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Megan Kennedy. A phone with a camera is great for photography. But it can be tough to break away from a “snapshot” mindset and start taking images that are truly creative. In this article, we’ll take a look at some tips to help you capture creative phone photography. Specifically, I’ll share: Key settings to make the most of your phone’s cameraSeveral tips to get you creating unique, artistic compositionsA simple secret for surreal-looking phone photosMuch more! So if you’re ready to shoot some creative images, then let’s get started. 1. Shoot in RAW Familiarizing yourself with the ins and outs...

Few camera brands have ever been able to achieve the same reputation that Contax film cameras managed to achieve during the height of film. A large part of that reputation came from the Contax G1. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by James Madison)

Did you miss a Photo Of The Day last month? View all of June’s selections in the slideshow below. 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. [See image gallery at www.outdoorphotographer.com] The post Photos Of The Day For June 2021 appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Most of us simply take our photographs, pop the memory card out of the camera, put it in our computer, and download the photos. But many professional studio photographers tether their cameras to their computers, and it can do a lot to improve both your workflow and the quality of your images. This excellent video tutorial discusses 10 reasons why tethering is worth trying in your own work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Fujifilm X-T30 is a more affordable version of the company's flagship line, but it still comes with an impressive range of features that make it useful for a wide range of photo and video scenarios. This great video discusses five reasons it makes an excellent choice for a lot of users. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When you think of retouching skin, you likely think of using Photoshop over Lightroom, and for deep or intricate work, that is definitely where you should be working. However, Lightroom offers some built-in tools for this, and they can often be all you need to produce a finished photo. This great video tutorial will show you how to use them to produce naturally retouched portraits that still retain detail in the skin. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When you make the decision to become a professional photographer, it's easy to get wrapped up in all the gear you need, the software, and the technical abilities. However, there's a lot more to a successful career in this industry, and overlooking many of these elements can hold you back. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Lighting equipment can be expensive, confusing, and cumbersome, but it doesn't have to be. Some of the most interesting and enjoyable lights to use are much cheaper than studio strobes and can unlock real creativity. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Photo By Ross Stone Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Cotton Candy Dreams” by Ross Stone. Location: Big Pine, California. “The sunrise on the last big snowstorm of the season in the Eastern Sierra,” describes Stone. “As a kid, I used to fish from this riverbank and now I take photos from it. The good spots will always be good.” 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...

Say what you will about mobile phones, their cameras have improved faster than anyone could have predicted with the blend of hardware and software upgrades, as well as a lot of innovation. In this video, watch some creative shots that can be taken with just a phone. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

I am regularly being asked which cameras people should buy. My reply is always the same: never ask a photographer that question; we always recommend what we own. How many Sony owners would recommend a Canon or Nikon? Here are seven hints to buying the perfect camera for you. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)