Lightroom can be a surprisingly intricate program, and as such, some of its best features can be easily overlooked. Lightroom has some powerful filtering features, and if you are someone with a catalog of images in the tens or even hundreds of thousands of images, you will find it highly beneficial to learn the ins and outs. This fantastic video tutorial will show you everything you need to know. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

So, this is a little feature that seems to have slipped in without much fanfare into Lightroom for mobile (only iOS from what I can tell at the moment) earlier this year (Lr 8.2.2). If you’ve got a photo that you want to share to social media (or anywhere really) and you don’t want to crop it to a specific aspect ratio for a given platform or you just want a border around the photo, you’ve got an easy way to do it as part of the share/export function. First, to find it take the photo you want to add the border to into detail view, and when edits are finished, tap the Share icon to open the Border Options screen....

The Canon RF 28mm f/2.8 STM is an absolutely tiny lens, making it an intriguing option for anyone who wants a nice walkaround setup that will not break their back or bank account. How does it hold up in practice? This great video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you will be able to expect from it in use. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The August 2023 issue of Photoshop User is now live on the KelbyOne site and the KelbyOne app for iOS and Android. In this issue, AI is on track to becoming an ubiquitous part of society, so jump aboard as we train you to use Generative AI to help you build composites in Photoshop (Beta); plus, revisiting Lightroom on the web; re-creating bitmapped computer graphics of old; fixing perspective distortions in both Lightroom and Photoshop; creating an animated tracing effect; protruding images outside of text; and so much more! This issue’s cover image by KelbyOne member Russ Everett 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...

In the age of digital photography, editing your photos is an integral part of the creative process. However, it’s important to exercise caution and avoid common mistakes that can detract from the natural beauty of your photos. In this blog post, we explore eight prevalent photo editing mistakes and offer some practical tips on how to avoid them. In the following video we use ON1 Photo RAW, powerful photo editing software that’s like having Lightroom and Photoshop in one application. Overdoing Filters and Effects Using filters and effects can be tempting, but exercise moderation. Instead of muddying up your photo, opt for a balanced approach. Consider using milder filters or adjusting the opacity slider. To maintain the photo’s integrity, selectively apply...

Grand trips for landscape photography are exciting and can make it look like you’re really living the landscape photographer life. But practicing your landscape photography locally shouldn’t be underestimated if you want to improve your technical and compositional skills. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jeffrey Tadlock)

Photographers make mistakes; it is part of the hobby of photography. They happen from not knowing how to use the camera adequately, to forgetting to change a setting, to post-processing errors. This video covers seven landscape photography mistakes you can easily correct, whether you are a pro or a beginner. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jeffrey Tadlock)

Today, a brief thought on when, sometimes, the solution isn’t X or Y, but X and Y. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

One of the first lessons we learn in photography is to always try to shoot at the lowest ISO possible. In theory, this produces the cleanest images with the least amount of noise and gives us the most room to work with in post-processing, provided you expose the shot correctly. However, shooting at lower ISOs can cause more harm than good, especially when lighting starts to get tricky. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Aaron Brooks)

Portrait photography is a challenging but rewarding genre that requires not just competence with a camera and lighting, but the ability to direct subjects and make them feel comfortable in front of the camera. If you are new to the genre and hoping to improve, check out this helpful video tutorial that features an experienced portrait photographer discussing a range of helpful advice and actionable tips sure to help you take better photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photography is not an easy profession in which to make a living, and so, it helps to absorb the insight and advice of more experienced professionals whenever you can. If you are new to the craft, check out this fantastic video essay that features a pro photographer sharing some of the most important things he has learned over 10 years in the profession. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Perhaps no camera brand is more polarizing than Leica, with many photographers absolutely swearing by both the experience and the image rendering and quality, while others claim they are nothing more than overpriced status symbols. If you have been wondering what the experience is like but are not ready to spend thousands of dollars to find out, check out this interesting video that features a Fujifilm X100V user discussing his thoughts on the Leica Q2. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Are you curious about creating AI art? Is it okay to sell your work? I find it very fascinating, and since I’m not a Photoshop artist, I think I might try it out. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Korbin Bielski)

The post Horse Photography: 10 Tips for Amazing Equine Images appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Lea Hawkins. Horses are not just beautiful and intelligent creatures; they can be the subjects of some truly breathtaking photographs. And horse photography – which is all about capturing the grace and majesty of these animals – is intensely rewarding. Yet photographing horses can present certain challenges. Horses are free-spirited, plus they can be easily spooked. Add to that the technical expertise required to photograph a horse in action, such as racing or jumping, and you might start to feel more than a bit overwhelmed. But don’t worry! Even a beginner can learn to take great horse photos; they just need...

It's still a bit of the wild west for 360 video editors in 2023, but that said, many of the major brands and smaller competitors have made great strides in catching up with their software to cater to this specific niche. If that's you, you'll want to read about these four video editing tools. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

One regular and boring argument proposed by some is that the camera doesn’t matter. That’s hogwash. A good quality camera is vitally important for photography, and here’s why. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Wildlife photography has always been a passion for me. It's not something that pays the bills, but it's something that I love, and it is great for my own mental health. Recently, I was informed of a family of Little Owls in England, and the young Owlets had just begun fledging from the nest. I took the near three-hour drive down to the location and watched these beautiful creatures. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Greg Sheard)

Michael Sasser is a well-known boudoir photographer on YouTube and loves to shoot in natural light conditions only, but in this video, he is opting to use the Zhiyun MOLUS G200 lights. Join Michael in this video to see how he gets on and what amazing images he can create. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Greg Sheard)

The 16-35mm lens is the standard workhorse of landscape photography, but it is far from the only lens you can use for the genre, and, in fact, you are probably doing yourself a disservice if you rely exclusively on those focal lengths. If you are new to the genre and wondering what makes for a good lens kit, check out this helpful video tutorial sure to put you on the right path. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Third-party manufacturers have put a lot of pressure on first-party companies in the last few years by continually offering both innovative and unusual lenses and more standard options that perform just as well as more expensive glass at far more affordable prices. One such company doing that is Viltrox, with the AF 75mm f/1.2 for Sony APS-C E mount cameras being the latest example. This great video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from this lens. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)