Portrait lighting is about a lot more than simply creating a technically balanced image of your subject; it is your chance to exercise your creativity and show off your subject in a compelling and interesting fashion. If you would like to improve your own portrait photography, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will show you how one photographer lit and shot a set of portraits using several lights and modifiers. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Kyle Hart has been making photo/video products we love for over a decade now. We love our Rhino Slider, but it's never been big enough for long dolly moves. The Rhino Dolly is here to change that. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lee Morris)

Nikon has really started to step it up in the professional mirrorless realm lately, and the new NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens is particularly emblematic of that, offering professional-level performance and image quality in an extremely portable design, all at a frankly insanely low price. This great video takes a first look at the new lens and what you can expect from it in real-world usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

One of the biggest questions that photographers face is how to find clients and make a living from the craft. There is money to be made with photography, especially if you find a good contract. Here is one such opportunity that will allow you to make money with your photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Whether you want to do it professionally, donate your talents to a shelter, or just want to create some nice memories of your favorite pup or kitty, pet photography can be a tremendously fun and rewarding thing to do. No matter why you are doing it, this excellent video tutorial featuring an experienced pet photographer will give you five great tips that are sure to help you get better results. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Have you noticed the bigotry towards women in the photographic industry? It's there and I feel partly to blame. But some camera manufacturers and big photography businesses are the worst offenders. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Knowing how to light, pose, and shoot a good portrait is only half of what it takes to produce a compelling final image; you also need to know how to retouch in a tasteful and balanced yet creative manner. If you want to improve your portrait retouching, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will walk you through an entire edit using a variety of advanced techniques and features all in Photoshop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

You've probably never used a circular fisheye lens properly, which is to say in the manner it was designed. It's okay, almost no one has. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Hancock)

I sometimes forget that features I use all the time are only accessible after enabling them as Technology Previews. For example, the Long Exposure function found in the camera module in Lightroom for mobile has been available as a Technology Preview on supported devices for a few years now, so long that I forget it is not available by default. So, if you should see a feature discussed or demoed in Lightroom for iOS, Android, or even the web (meaning lightroom.adobe.com) chances are it is a Technology Preview that you have to enable. Tech Previews avail on lightroom.adobe.com Caveat, you also have to keep in mind that a certain Technology Preview may need certain minimum hardware and/or software requirements be met...

Photo By Jeff Sullivan Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Cloud Machine” by Jeff Sullivan. Location: Yosemite National Park, California. “This was captured on the first morning of our Spring in Yosemite workshop in late April,” says Sullivan. “What a great way to start the week! I saw this weather coming a week away, the only question was whether to go on the Valley floor and shoot ground fog or go to a higher perspective to get the mist forming, and swirling around the Valley. Starting high, we could always quickly descend. “I was enjoying shooting a time-lapse video of the mist and fog swirling while waiting for sunrise to arrive. Then I captured some still images like this one when...

The lens is probably the most important piece of gear any photographer will carry, having a tremendous impact on the technical and creative qualities of your images. If you are new to photography and wondering what you need to know about lenses, check out this fantastic video tutorial by an Australian Geographic photographer that will teach both their standard properties and the fundamentals of their usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 10 Best Lenses for Travel Photography (in 2022) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jeremy Flint. Travel photography is lots of fun – but to get the best shots, you’ll need the right equipment, including a lens that can handle a broad range of travel subjects, from astrophotography and architecture to landscapes, people, and even food. That’s where this article comes in handy. Below, I use my experience as a professional travel photographer to rank the 10 best travel photography lenses on the market in 2022, and I make sure to include options for plenty of brands and budgets. So whether you’re new to travel photography and looking to purchase your first lens, or you’re...

The April 2022 issue of Photoshop User is now live on the KelbyOne site and KelbyOne Mags for iOS and Android. In this issue, learn how removing distractions in your images can place the focus on the things that really matter, plus exploring print options in the cloud-based version of Lightroom, creating custom crop overlays for more flexibility, a look at the Boris FX Optics 2022 plug-in, creative sharpening, doing the type warp, and so much more! This issue’s cover image by KelbyOne member Hafitha Issa/Cameras for Girls KelbyOne Pro & Plus members have access to more than 100 back issues of Photoshop User magazine all the way back to January 2012, plus all 64 issues of Lightroom Magazine. Not a Pro or Plus member yet? Click here for more information. The...

Using flash for portrait photography is something that scares a lot of photographers, but once you master it, you will wonder how you ever worked without the complete creative and technical control it offers. If you are just starting out and unsure of how to get rolling, check out this fantastically comprehensive video tutorial that covers everything from the different types of flash through to how to use TTL and complex multi-light setups. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Camera carts can be an expensive tool on set, and Inovativ are at the top of the bunch. Hopefully, these ideas can get more out of your cart for less. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Stephen Kampff)

Today, Nikon introduced a new lens that should have wildlife enthusiasts very excited. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Apple's M1, M1 Pro, M1 Max, and M1 Ultra chips have blown the doors off the industry by providing highly powerful performance with equally impressive efficiency to match. The Max and Ultra chips sit at the top of the line, but the Ultra chip is only available in the desktop Mac Studio. So, should you opt for the Studio and its top-level power or the versatility of a MacBook Pro with the M1 Max chip? This excellent video comparison will help you decide. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

At Fstoppers we love having our readership contribute articles to the site. There is a dedicated link on our contact page that makes it easy to send in your pitch. Your suggestion is sent to all of the Fstoppers writers and this gives you many opportunities for someone to find your pitch interesting and have it be published on the site. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)

Shooting off-camera flash outdoors can be tricky, as you need to contend with the brightness of the sun. This means that the flash can get pretty close, especially if you want to get a really soft light on your subject. What if it is in the frame? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Susheel Chandradhas)

The post Prime vs Zoom Lenses: Which Lens Type Is Best? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kunal Malhotra. Which is better, a prime or a zoom lens? Which kind of lens should you get? The prime vs zoom lens debate goes back decades, but here’s the truth: Neither lens type is fundamentally better than the other. Instead, different lenses are useful for different situations. So if you’re struggling to choose between primes and zooms, you simply need to identify which lens type is right for you. And that’s where this article comes in handy. Below, I explain everything you need to know about primes and zoom lenses, including what zooms and primes actually are, as well...