Ok, I’ll admit right away that this is not pretty, but I thought it was interesting enough to share. Perhaps someone will figure out a more elegant solution (like Adobe), and I’d love to hear it. That said, here’s the problem and a proposed solution (aka kludge). The new AI based tools for selecting subject and sky are fantastic and work really well for their stated purpose. However, there are some photos where the sky is also reflected in a body of water and it would be really helpful if that could be automatically selected too. For example, this photo. I can click Select Sky, and that works great for the actual sky, as it should. But wouldn’t it be cool...

Running a photography business is challenging and earning your first client can be tough. In this article, I will show you how to charge for photography in the three stages of a beginner photographer's career. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Walid Azami)

There are few natural phenomena that are more exciting to witness and photography than storms. However, chasing them can be dangerous, and capturing them can be difficult. In this video, go behind the scenes with Brent Hall as he photographs storms in New Mexico. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Congratulations to David Connel for winning the recent A Fresh Perspective For Earth Day Assignment with the image, “Mother and Child.” 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 A Fresh Perspective For Earth Day Assignment Winner David Connel appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

A wildlife photographer must be prepared to wait hours for a shot to emerge. And once that shot appears, she may only have one second in which to capture the scene before it changes. Making things more complicated are the dozens of variables that can affect the quality of the shot, including weather, erratic animal behavior, and even other photographers working in the same location. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)

The post How to Convert to Black and White in Lightroom (Quick Guide) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Andrew S. Gibson. What’s the easiest way to convert to black and white in Lightroom Classic and Lightroom CC? And how can you gain extra control over the conversion process so you can create beautiful black and white photos? In this article, I explain everything you need to know about Lightroom black and white conversions, including: A simple, one-click method for quick conversionsHow to tweak your converted images using the B&W panel for pro-level resultsHow to batch-convert dozens (or hundreds) of images in seconds Ready to become a B&W master? Then let’s do this! How to convert to...

With technology continuing to move on at a swift pace, there's been plenty of recent discussion as to whether digital renders can truly ever replace product photography. Taking this one step further, is it possible that one day, artificial intelligence could simply create images without needing any input from a photographer or digital artist at all? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Brad Wendes)

A few years back, I managed to find a beater of a Hasselblad XPan for a song. I've tried to find a shooting style that would help me stand out from the crowd, and the panoramic format appealed to me. I didn't realize it at the time, but this purchase sent me down a rather obsessive path, trying to find the best panoramic cameras for news and editorial work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by CS Muncy)

Photo By Tom Arnhold Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Fly Away” by Tom Arnhold. 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 Tom Arnhold appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Adobe is really trying to make editing videos on small screens a more enjoyable process. They've looked at ways to give us more screen real estate. They've combined some tabs and made switching between workspaces much easier. It's even possible to do everything you need to in one workspace, and the workspace can be customized and saved as usual. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wouter du Toit)

Street photography is a unique and challenging genre that requires fast reactions, solid technique, the ability to anticipate action, and a dose of creativity. If you would like to improve your street photography work, check out this fantastic video tutorial that discusses five common mistakes photographers make and how to fix them or avoid them in the first place. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Take a nice subject, awesome conditions, build up a pleasing composition, and you will get a great photograph. But there is still something important missing for getting it to world class. Therefore, we have to go even one step further. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christian Irmler)

Skylum, known for their AI-enabled Luminar Neo software, has launched a new update. To celebrate, they are offering a special discount to Fstoppers readers! Read on to find out what’s new and how you can save up to 50% on the purchase. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

A scientist walks along the edge of a melt pond in the Arctic Ocean to take a water sample. My eye was immediately drawn to the strong landscape composition made by the ice “island” in the melt pond. I anticipated the scientist’s route and started shooting as she walked into the frame. Photo credit: Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Chris Linder. Nikon D2Xs, AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED. Exposure: 1/250 sec., ƒ/11, ISO 100. From the polar regions to tropical rainforests, I have visited the literal ends of the planet during my 20-year career as a science and conservation photographer. Regardless of the subject matter or location, my mission on each assignment is the same: Use photography to educate the public...

A 50mm lens with a wide aperture is one of the most versatile a photographer can carry, able to handle everything from portraits to low-light events coverage. For photographers looking for some of the best quality they can get from a 50mm lens, there is the Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM, and this great 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)

No matter how uncomfortable it might feel to send out a photography contract at the beginning of your commercial photography journey, having a robust contract in place is essential for creating professional relationships with your clients. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Helena Murphy)

When it comes to creating a professional-level portrait, knowing how to light, pose, and photograph your subject is only half the battle. A great portrait also needs a strong edit to be complete. This excellent video tutorial will show you how to edit a portrait from start to finish and show you some helpful tips along the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

SmugMug, known for its photography management and sales platform, is launching a new marketing campaign titled “This Lens.” Aimed at celebrating the power of photographers to change perspectives and the world, “This Lens” aims to tell stories of real-life photographers and their pursuits. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Photo By Harry Lichtman Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Lifting Mist – Bonsai Cove” by Harry Lichtman. Location: Mooselookmeguntic Lake in Western Maine. “I worked this composition on Mooselookmeguntic Lake from every angle during the summer and fall, but drastically low water levels made it exceedingly challenging to get the desired reflection between the rocks in a pleasing composition,” explains Lichtman. “I used the rule of thirds to roughly line up the foreground rocks in the bottom third and placed bonsai rock on the right third, the horizon on the top third. That created a nice opening on the left of the image, where the sun was rising, illuminating the scene. Mist had just lifted, allowing the strong lighting.” Want...

The post 5 Reasons to Use a 50mm Lens for Travel Photography (+ Tips) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. Why should you use a 50mm lens for travel photography? And how can you capture beautiful 50mm travel shots? I’m a huge fan of 50mm lenses and 50mm travel shooting; in fact, for the first two years I owned a camera, my 50mm f/1.4 lens was the only one I used. In this article, I explain five reasons why I recommend a 50mm lens for travel photography. I also include a handful of tips to help you take your 50mm shots to the next level, fast! Let’s dive right in. Nikon D800 | 50mm |...