Summer is just about upon us, and it brings with it a myriad of blooming flowers and plants that make for wonderful subjects. If you are interested in capturing some of that beauty, check out this excellent video tutorial that will show you some helpful tips and techniques for photographing flowers and plants along with some creative ideas for doing so. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Show Us Photos With Incredible Leading Lines For this next contest/critique, we want to see your favorite images with interesting leading lines that pull the viewer's eyes through the frame. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lee Morris)

Part of being an action sports photographer is getting as close as possible to the thrills happening right before you. But how close is too close? See two famous surf photographers come perilously close to losing it all in deathly surf recently. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

One of the most fundamental principles every photographer should learn when it comes to post-processing is how to edit nondestructively. If you are learning the ropes in Photoshop, this is something you need to pay careful attention to. This fantastic video tutorial will show you to ensure that you are working in Photoshop in as nondestructive a manner as possible. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

This article is about two traits you need as a landscape photographer if you want to take photos that stand out. And I'm not talking about a good eye for composition, love for the outdoors, or an adequate fitness level to reach the photo locations you want to photograph. Those are also important. But there are two key characteristics you need as a foundation. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

When you are new to editing images, it can be a bit overwhelming learning all the various methods and tools professionals use to create the final photos they are known for. This fantastic video tutorial will show you a variety of helpful tricks you can use to create better and more compelling images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 6 Best Travel Photography Courses in 2022 appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jeremy Flint. These days, there are dozens of online travel photography courses, all claiming to share the secrets to success. But which courses are top quality? Which are really worth the cost? In this article, we share the six best travel photography courses you can purchase online. They’re instructed by renowned travel photographers such as Dan Rubin and Julia Nimke, and they’re designed for photographers of all skill levels, from beginners all the way to experts. So if you’re serious about your travel photography and you want to level up your skills as fast as possible, then let’s dive right in, starting...

As a keen photographer, whether professional or amateur, one of the best parts of traveling to unfamiliar places is being able to capture new and interesting images. Whether you’re going on a dedicated photography trip, working away, or on family vacation, I'm sure we all put aside some space for our main camera and a lens or two. What if you left your kit at home and traveled light? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Brad Wendes)

If you watch videos of professional landscape photographers in action, you will probably notice that they often have to hike miles through often unforgiving terrain to get the shot. However, for many of us, such hikes simply are not possible or desirable. If you are in that position, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will show you some of the shots you can get from your car along with some helpful tips on how to do so. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

In my continuing series on sharing options from Lightroom Classic (LrC) we started with the Export dialog and then looked at some cloud service options for sharing exported copies. I think the next logical option to consider is sharing to social media, and we’ll use Instagram as an example. The same concepts would apply to other social media outlets though the ideal pixel dimensions will vary with each site. The workflow for sharing to social media is very similar to the steps I outlined for exporting copies at different print sizes except instead of focusing on print sizes in inches we are concerned about display sizes in pixel dimensions. File type and color space are just as important as when exporting...

Today’s Photo Of The Day is “A Rare Sighting” by Dennis Seeger. Location: Wisconsin. “In the early spring, these beautiful little birds called the common redpoll migrate through this part of Wisconsin,” explains Seeger. “They’re only around for a week or two. They are about the size of a yellow finch.” 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 Dennis Seeger appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original...

The Venus Optics Laowa 24mm f/14 Probe lens was one of the weirdest and most interesting lenses we have ever seen, and it enabled photographers to get intriguing images that would be near-impossible to get otherwise. The company has doubled down on that uniqueness with the new version, the Laowa 24mm T14 2x PeriProbe, and this awesome video review takes a look at everything you can do with it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The June 2022 issue of Photoshop User is now live on the KelbyOne site and KelbyOne Mags for iOS and Android. From concept to the final design, learning what makes a good logo vs. a bad logo is important every step of the way, plus combining compositing with painting for more emotional impact, leveraging People view in Lightroom Classic, learning to Liquify, creating old-school VHS cover designs, and so much more! This issue’s cover image by KelbyOne member Vasilis Moustakas 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 post The June 2022 Issue of Photoshop User...

Landscape photography allows for a wide range of lenses to be used to realize your creative vision, meaning photographers have a lot of choices available to them. If you are wondering which is right for your work, check out this fantastic video that features an experienced landscape photographer discussing three excellent options that will cover just about all of your needs without breaking bank. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Sigma's newest lens, the 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary, is here, and it offers photographers and filmmakers the versatility of a wide angle coupled with a wide maximum aperture, all at an affordable price, making it a great option for a variety of genres and applications. This great video review takes a look at the new lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

35mm lenses with wide apertures are some of the most popular out there, and there is certainly no shortage of options for Sony shooters. This excellent video comparison takes a look at two choices, the Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM and the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG DN Art. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

In Washington’s northwest corner lies the Makah Reservation, home of the Makah Tribe and gateway to the rugged beauty of the Olympic Coast. Shi Shi Beach is situated near Neah Bay, a bustling harbor in the heart of the reservation and a great place to base your explorations. The Pacific Ocean and Olympic National Park create the western border of the tribal lands, while Cape Flattery and the Strait of Juan de Fuca define the northern boundary, with the coastal peaks of Vancouver Island seemingly within arm’s reach. Access from the east is via State Route 112 and is a four-hour drive from Seattle. Weather At Shi Shi Beach The Olympic Peninsula includes portions of temperate rainforest. Expect cool, wet weather...

Creating an even, flattering light in the studio doesn't have to be difficult. In this tutorial, I will show you three simple parallel lighting hacks to make portraits that everyone from the boardroom to Broadway will love. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

Sigma today introduced a new wide angle zoom for Sony E-Mount and L-Mount (Sigma/Leica/Panasonic) full-frame mirrorless systems. The Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary is an internal zoom design, meaning that its exterior length doesn’t change as you move throughout the zoom range. At 4 inches in length and 3 inches in diameter, it’s relatively compact for a wide angle zoom with a fast, constant maximum aperture and weighs just under one pound. The lens can focus on objects as close as 9.9 inches for landscape compositions with prominent foreground elements and uses a stepping motor for autofocus that Sigma states is both “fast and silent,” the latter being especially important for video work. The editors at our sibling publication...

The post Summer Photography: 8 Tips and Ideas for Amazing Results appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Guest Contributor. In this article, I explain how you can capture stunning summer photos – no matter your level of experience and no matter your gear. Specifically, I share: My favorite type of light for beautiful summer photographyAn easy mindset change that’ll quickly improve your photosMy favorite way to find summer photoshoot locationsPlenty of summer photography ideas to get you inspired! So if you’re ready to create stunning shots, then let’s dive right in, starting with: 1. Pay attention to the summer sun If you want to capture consistently gorgeous summer photos, then you must learn to master lighting –...