Landscape photography is a challenging genre that requires a lot of strong technique, understanding of environmental conditions, good post-processing skills, and often, just a bit of luck. And as if the photographic aspects are not tricky enough, landscape photography also comes with some serious mental and physical demands. This great video talks about some of those lesser-discussed issues and persevering through them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

As a photographer, you are probably a participant in a number of online groups or forums that discuss photography. But have you considered joining your local photography club? Let’s look at the value of joining one! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jeffrey Tadlock)

Photoshop is a tremendously complex and multilayered program, and as such, there are some useful features that even seasoned users might not be aware of. If you would like to expand your photo-editing toolkit, check out this fantastic video tutorial that discusses 10 lesser-known Photoshop features and shows you how to use them to your advantage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Tomorrow, in cities all over the world, my 14th Annual World Wide Photo Walk for the Springs of Hope Orphanage kicks off. By tomorrow night, collectively, we will have taken literally millions of photos and, with any luck, have raised a ton of donations for the orphanage. How cool is that!!!!  If you haven’t signed up for a walk yet, go here right now – find a walk near you and sign up for free! (you can be walking with us tomorrow!). I’m Leading The Local Walk in Havana, Cuba Tomorrow I’m excited to be in Havana today, leading a local walk here tomorrow in the old town area, along with my brother and some friends. Here are some photo tips for getting great images on tomorrow’s walk...

Whether you are a professional or just starting your video creation journey, Wondershare Filmora equips you with the tools you need, including the ability to curate impressive titles. Best of all, it is quick, easy to use, and affordable. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Landscape photography is a challenging genre that takes a variety of skills to produce successful images, and as such, it is important to be a well-rounded photographer when you undertake the genre. This helpful video tutorial features an experienced landscape photographer sharing six skills he feels are important to finding success in the process. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I've always been fascinated by the mountains and the sweeping views they provide to the ones putting in the work and climbing to the top. For landscape photographers like me, they provide endless photo opportunities and inspiration. In this article, I share five tips to help you make your next mountain trip a success. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

Costing just $479, modern mirrorless cameras generally don't get much cheaper than the Canon EOS R100, making it an intriguing option for many photographers ranging from beginners to those who need an affordable backup body. What does it provide at that super-low price? This great video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Some days, while practicing landscape photography, I pause to reflect. Thoughts often drift to the pursuit of landscape photography. With the unique blend of elements it brings together and the hobby's impact on me, landscape photography may be the perfect hobby. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jeffrey Tadlock)

If you’re an Adobe Creative Cloud subscriber then you should know about Adobe Photoshop Lightroom on the web, or simply Lightroom web, as it is sometimes called (FYI, there no connection to the Web module in Lightroom Classic). This is a browser-based version of the Lightroom app that uses the cloud to store and sync photos across platforms. While not as full featured as the Mac/Win/iOS/Android versions of the app, there are a few things you can only do here in Lightroom web, so let’s take a closer look. [Editor’s note: this article first appeared in the August 2023 issue of Photoshop User.] To get there, just point your browser of choice to lightroom.adobe.com and sign in with the same Adobe...

Anyone who has read even a few of my articles will know just how much I love unique lenses; if they have some character and unusual results, I'm all in. So, what is this lens and why has Matti Haapoja called it "the most unique lens" he's ever used? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The October 2023 issue of Photoshop User is now live on the KelbyOne site and the KelbyOne app for iOS and Android. In this issue, we continue our annual tradition of bringing you 100 of the hottest tips by 10 of the coolest gurus in the industry, plus we explore ways to improve Lightroom Classic’s performance, experiment with blending textures with live text and using layer styles as dynamic masks, mimicking infrared effects in Photoshop, turning midday lighting into golden-hour lighting, creating designs for packaging, and so much more! This issue’s cover designed by Jessica Maldonado Current KelbyOne members can log into their account to access the new issue, or you can visit https://kelbyone.com/magazine to sign up and start reading today. KelbyOne Pro members have access to more than...

You can't control what the weather will be on any given day, and that dictates a lot of how natural light will behave. In this video, Rob Ellis takes you behind-the-scenes to go through how to create realistic-looking lighting no matter what conditions you're in. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Learning lighting is often considered the first step toward capturing better photos. When I began my journey, I delved into discovering various techniques and unconventional methods for creating truly unique setups that leave clients in awe. In this article, I will share my five favorite lighting hacks. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

This video is for the photographer who wants to give up. Have you ever felt like throwing in the towel when things seem to spiral downward? If you have, you're not alone and I created a video that I hope will inspire you to continue. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Walid Azami)

I’ve always wanted to get into wildlife photography. Although no expert, I love taking pictures of birds. So, when I was in the position to invest in one of the best lenses on the market today, I jumped at the chance. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

If you are interested in learning more about long-exposure photography this is a fantastic and extensive lesson to get you started. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Korbin Bielski)

If you have ever wondered why there are so many healing tools in Adobe Photoshop and what purpose each serves, then this is for you. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kim Simpson)

Landscape photography as a genre can be perceived as quite repetitive to some. However, to others, it can be a multifaceted challenge depending on the light, conditions, and locations that we choose to photograph! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Darren Spoonley)

As artists, we tend to channel our time and energy into becoming better at our craft. We learn more complex lighting setups, take advanced classes in retouching, buy the latest “must-have” gadgets, and try to bring it all together to improve our skills. We do it all because we have a fundamental belief that, “If I am the best, I will be the most successful”. Have you ever found yourself doing that, pouring months, and sometimes years into ameliorating your craft, but you still have not seen the corresponding financial or opportunity growth you expected? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michelle VanTine)