Photo By David Connel Today’s Photo of the Day is “Mount Rainier Peeking Through The Fog” by David Connel. Mount Rainier National Park, Washington. “I spent several days photographing around Mount Rainier,” explains Connel. “This particular day, the mountain was completely concealed by fog, but I decided to hike up Skyline Trail, hoping to get a view of the mountain. Luckily, the fog broke for about 10 minutes, and I was able to photograph the mountain.” 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...

Landscape photography is a challenging genre that takes a combination of strong camera technique, planning, the ability to predict conditions, good post-processing skills, and often, just a bit of luck. If you are new to landscape photography and looking to improve, check out this fantastic video tutorial that features an experienced landscape photographer discussing six common mistakes and how to fix them or avoid them altogether. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 6 Tips for a Faster Lightroom Workflow appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Ringsmuth. Many photographers rely on Lightroom to organize, edit and share their photos. While the program has a vast array of tools, it’s not exactly known for its speed. Recent updates have helped, but if you’re seeking a faster Lightroom workflow, there are a few simple steps you can take to supercharge your post-processing. And that’s what I share below: Six easy methods to speed up your editing and organizing in Lightroom. They aren’t hacks or plugins; instead, they’re simple tweaks that are guaranteed to save time, improve your results, and make your life a lot easier. So without further ado,...

Light leaks in your camera can spoil the pictures you make. For just a few dollars and a little bit of time, you can easily replace the seals yourself at home. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Parker)

As someone who makes 100% of their income by taking pictures, I understand how uncertain, and perhaps unstable, this career is. Spending thousands on gear is easier than ever, and with such a low entry point, everyone wants to be a photographer. It is not easy, and here are some rules I have come up with to survive in this industry. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Modern camera lenses are small marvels, absolutely packed with technology and intricate, precise machinery. Rarely do we get a chance to look inside them, however. This neat video takes you inside one of Fujifilm's manufacturing plants to see how they put together one of their newest and most advanced lenses, the XF 150-600mm f/5.6-8 R LM OIS WR. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Did you miss a Photo Of The Day last month? View all of January’s selections in our image gallery 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. The post Photos Of The Day For January 2023 appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

It seems like a strange thing to say, but many people actually prefer to shoot using their rear LCDs. On the other hand, viewfinders have a lot of advantages over their rear screen counterparts, and if you do not use yours, it is worth reconsidering it, and this great video tutorial will show you many of the benefits you can get from a viewfinder. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When you begin your journey into photography, you feel gated by how small your arsenal of equipment is, despite the elders of the craft telling you it doesn't matter. But, is there a negative correlation between creativity and the amount of gear owned? For me, I suspect there might be. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Portrait photographers generally prefer focal lengths over 50mm. This is because these types of focal lengths help to produce a more flattering look. Personally, I find a 50mm lens to be slightly too wide and an 85mm lens just a tad too long. For this reason, I thought I'd compare two lenses that sit in-between these focal lengths. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

Why do creators often resort to clickbait? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Here are some helpful tips on camera settings that you should use to capture crisp movement in the studio. I made a detailed video, but here is a breakdown of the settings you need to understand to keep your images sharp. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jeff Bennion)

The Fstoppers community is brimming with creative vision and talent. Every day, we comb through your work, looking for images to feature as the Photo of the Day or simply to admire your creativity and technical prowess. In 2022, we're featuring a new photographer every month, whose portfolio represents both stellar photographic achievement and a high level of involvement within the Fstoppers community. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 13 Tips to Improve Your Street Photography Compositions appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. Street photography composition is challenging because the scenes you’re photographing often change (and at a very rapid pace, too!). As you hunt for the perfect light, you may encounter dozens of locations and subjects, and with each new opportunity, you must think about how to create an effective image arrangement. Composing compelling street photos is both challenging and rewarding. It often demands a strong sense of timing to capture that elusive decisive moment, but once you understand the basics, taking great street photos will come naturally. In this article, I share 13 practical tips to help improve your street...

The fleet of lenses I use is old. Actually old to the point where I am genuinely surprised how it still works. Nonetheless, the old Canon EF 70-200 f/2.8 IS is still a good choice for many photographers. Here is why I will be holding onto my copy of this excellent lens. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Running a photography business is a challenging thing that requires a wide range of skills that go well beyond your ability to work with a camera. Whether you are new to running a photo business or a seasoned professional, this excellent video tutorial will show you seven common mistakes that can derail your business and how to fix them or avoid them altogether in the first place. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 lenses have long been popular among sports, bird, and wildlife photographers for offering a very useful focal length range in tandem with maximum apertures that balance performance, bulk, and price. For Fujifilm shooters, there is the XF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR, and this excellent video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Along with the umbrella, the softbox is one of the most affordable, versatile, and important light modifiers. Thus, every photographer who is learning to work with artificial light should spend some working with softboxes and learning how to use them to their full potential. This fantastic video tutorial will show you everything you need to know about them, including shape, size, rendering, and more. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Pursuing photography in the modern world, whether as an amateur or professional, is a tricky and complex thing full of many pitfalls that can derail your development and success as a creative. This great video essay discusses one of the most common traps photographers fall into, how to recognize it, and what you can do to avoid it or break out of it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Today’s Photo of the Day is “Ghost Trees” by Paul Laurenza. Location: Yellowstone National Park, 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 Paul Laurenza appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff