Photography is a passion and a hobby for many and a career for a few. But to truly succeed in this competitive industry, does love for photography stand you in good stead, does it make little difference, or does it work against you? [ Read More ]Original linkOriginal author: Robert K Baggs

The post How to Make a Low Key Portrait (Step by Step) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sean McCormack. If you’re looking to create a stunning low key portrait, then you’ve come to the right place. Because in this article, I’m going to give you a simple, step-by-step process for creating low key photos. In fact, it’s the same setup I use when capturing my own low key shots, so you know it works. (And I include quite a few examples, so you can see what I’m talking about!) Ready? Let’s get started. What is a low key portrait? A low key portrait has tones that are mostly dark. Like this: Compare it to a high...

Congratulations to Denis Dessoliers for winning the recent Winter Grandscapes Photography Assignment with the image, “Tunnel of Lights.” 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 Denis Dessoliers appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

A 70-200mm f/2.8 lens is one of the most versatile and popular options out there, but not everyone needs that f/2.8 aperture or wants to spend that kind of money. A 70-200mm f/4 lens offers the same versatility in a smaller and more affordable package, making it a great alternative for a lot of different photographers and filmmakers. This great video review takes a look at Canon's mirrorless option, the RF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM lens. [ Read More ]Original linkOriginal author: Alex Cooke

The post Weekly Photo Challenge – Texture appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Texture is one of the seven elements of art. Rough vs smooth, patterns, contrast. We have many ways to show texture and this week we want to see how you interpret and show texture in a photograph. I’ve gathered a few examples of what ‘texture’ is, to me, and I guess we can interpret it in our own way and it might be different for you – but anyway! here are a few examples… This Week Your Challenge Theme is #dPSTexture There are some great examples and articles on #dPSTexture on the blog, too! Make sure you pop across and take some extra...

Photo By Amy Ames Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Winter in Paradise” by Amy Ames. Location: Lofoten Islands. “The famous, and well photographed, red cabins found in Reine, Norway, in the Lofoten Islands,” explains Ames. 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 Amy Ames appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

While smartphone manufacturers seem intent on making smartphone gimbals redundant, there are a number of excellent products on the market, and the AOCHUAN Smart XR from PERGEAR offers stiff competition given its aggressive pricing. [ Read More ]Original linkOriginal author: Andy Day

The post Sigma Announces the 28-70mm f/2.8 – Small, Light, and Well-Priced appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Earlier this week, Sigma announced its upcoming lens: The 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary, designed for Sony E-mount and Leica L-mount, and billed as “the world’s smallest f/2.8 standard zoom for mirrorless systems.” Sigma already sells a 24-70mm f/2.8 ART lens, but the new 28-70mm features a few key improvements, including the smaller size, plus a near-50% weight reduction for an impressively portable package. Unlike most f/2.8 zooms, the Sigma 28-70mm is ideal for travel photography, street photography, and even casual walkaround photography. I’m not sure I’d label it as truly compact, but it’s certainly small for...

Photo By Kris Walkowski Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Serenity At Winter” by Kris Walkowski. Location: 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 Kris Walkowski appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Adding Grain For a Vintage B&W Look in Lightroom This first one is a 1-minute quickie from our dear friend and KelbyOne Instructor, Serge Ramelli. How To Create More Than One Spotlight Using the Radial Filter Here’s a cool little, yet very simple trick, from me that lets you use Lightroom’s Radial Filter to create two spotlights in the same image (which is harder than you’d might think, because when you add the 2nd spotlight, it kind of cancels out the first spotlight). This will all make much more sense when you watch the video above. It’s way better than it sounds. Lightroom Classic Slideshow Tip I know what your’e probably thinking. Wait? Lightroom Classic has a slideshow feature? It does,...

It can be easy to get caught up in the stresses that come with photography or life itself and to forget that photography is actually good for you. It is important to remind yourself every once in a while that photography is supposed to be an enjoyable thing that can do a lot of good for your overall happiness. This fantastic video does just that. [ Read More ]Original linkOriginal author: Alex Cooke

Monticello is located on the northern branch of the Meduxnekeag River in Aroostook County, Maine, and is made up of about 38 square miles of rolling hills and beautiful farmland. Starting from a small pond to the west of Monticello, the Meduxnekeag River winds 35 miles through the scenic woodlands and pastures of Monticello before crossing the border into Canada, where it joins its confluence, the Meduxnekeag in Wakefield, New Brunswick. Once you get off of Interstate 95 in Houlton, take a left and drive 10 miles north, enjoying the potato fields in bloom during mid-summer or the crisp feel of the snow-covered landscape in the winter. An old rail bed provides access all over the county for more secluded views...

There comes a time in every workflow for pixel peeping, and Lightroom Classic (LrC) has a number of ways for us to zoom up close and personal with the pixels in our photos. Some are old, and some have been recently added, and we can leverage them in the Loupe view in Library module and Develop. The Navigator Panel It’s worth starting with a look at the Navigator panel because that is where you can choose different levels of zoom as well as see what zoom level you are currently viewing. It is also a panel that exist in both Library and Develop. Across the top of the panel you can choose between Fit and Fill (with Fit being the default)...

I have made a good amount of mistakes in my career as a landscape photographer. Luckily, I have learned to identify these mistakes and how to avoid them. [ Read More ]Original linkOriginal author: Mads Peter Iversen

The post 12 Tips for Beautiful Long Exposure Night Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Matt Murray. Long exposure night photography can seem tough. But it doesn’t have to be. Because there are a few simple tricks you can use… …that’ll ensure you get great long exposures, consistently. And that’s what this article is all about. I’m going to give you 12 easy tips for long exposure night photos. Specifically, I’ll tell you: Every piece of gear you need for pro-level night photographyThe simple secrets for keeping your long exposure shots sharpThe best time of day to capture long exposure night photos (hint: It’s not at all what you’d expect!) Plus a whole lot more. Are...

One of the most popular visual effects used in music videos at the moment is a reimagining of one of the more unusual tools in a cinematographer's bag. While you wouldn't be able to create the intended use of it in post, you can mimic the creative version rather easily. [ Read More ]Original linkOriginal author: Robert K Baggs

Our Nature’s Colors 2020 received over 1,500 entries showcasing beautiful landscape scenes and wildlife portraits. From bold sunset hues to soft winter pastels and moody, dramatic storms, this year’s entries were among the most impressive we’ve seen. We will be announcing the winners soon. Check out the 26 finalists in the slideshow below. [See image gallery at www.outdoorphotographer.com] The post Nature’s Colors 2020 Photo Contest Finalists appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Unless you've been living under a rock, you've probably seen or heard just about everything about the Canon EOS R5. However, even with the multitude of videos I've watched and articles I've read, I didn't realize a few things about the R5. [ Read More ]Original linkOriginal author: Mike Dixon

The post How to Remove Wrinkles From Clothes in Photoshop (Fast and Effectively) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Ana Mireles. Did you know that you can easily remove wrinkles from clothes in Photoshop? Wrinkled clothing is one of those details that gets easily overlooked. You just don’t notice them until you get back home, open your image, and see a big, ugly wrinkle ruining your photo. Fortunately, there are several simple ways to get rid of those wrinkles and keep clothing looking as good as new! And in this article, I’ll show you the techniques for quick and easy wrinkle removal. Let’s get started. Why do you need to remove wrinkles from clothes in Photoshop? Wrinkles are...

The power of modern phones when it comes to taking images and videos has been growing at an alarming rate. This short film, made for Apple, showcases just how professional a production can look. [ Read More ]Original linkOriginal author: Robert K Baggs