85mm lenses are some of the most popular out there, but premium options can easily run well north of $2,000, which may be a lot more than you want or need to spend. There are many more affordable options that produce great results, and this excellent video review takes a look at two for Canon mirrorless cameras, the Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 RF II and Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro IS STM. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Taking successful photographs take a combination of a wide range of techniques, creative vision, timing, and often, a little bit of luck, and as such, it can take a long time to become consistently successful. If you are feeling a bit discouraged by the slow process, this great video has a message you need to hear. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Creating dramatic headshots using multiple lights doesn't have to be difficult. One of the best ways to become proficient at using a three-light setup is by building it one light at a time. In this article and the accompanying video, I will demonstrate how you can easily create dramatic headshots and portraits using a key light, kicker light, and fill light. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

Have you ever had a great background you want to use for an image but it just isn't big enough? With this combination of techniques, both in-camera and in post-production, you can make it seem as if it was big enough. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Edward Weston began his career making soft, almost out-of-focus images that emphasized patterns and light. After a trip to Mexico in the 1920s, he decided that photography was really about details and realistic depictions of the world. He made a complete turnaround in his work and began making work that was simple and focused on tones and textures. He got so into "straight" photography that he didn’t even believe in cropping his images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

Photo By Neal9415 Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Glacier National Park” by Neal9415. 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 Neal9415 appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The lens is obviously one of the most fundamental pieces of photography gear along with the camera, but strictly speaking, you do not actually need one to create an image. This interesting video will take you behind the scenes of a neat photography process that lets you take photos without even using a lens and show you the workflow and results. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Reflector Photography: How to Use a Reflector for Stunning Portraits appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Dennis Drenner. How does a reflector work? And how can you use a reflector to capture beautiful portraits? A reflector is one of the simplest photography accessories you can buy – yet a basic, $40 reflector can make an insane difference to your portraits. As a seasoned portrait shooter, I never leave home without a reflector, and neither should you. In this article, I explain everything you need to know to use a reflector like a pro, including: The different types of reflectors and which one you should buyHow to position a reflector for flattering resultsA simple trick to...

If you are a fan of The Beatles, then two documentaries currently streaming on Disney+ will certainly satiate your thirst. Look closely, and there are important lessons we can learn from these talented musicians that apply to creative photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

In most places in the Northern Hemisphere, wedding photography is in the middle of its seasonal dip, giving photographers a chance to catch their breath and focus on other things for a while. So, what can you do to keep your business well oiled and ready for the next season? This excellent video tutorial will give you some ideas. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

2021 was another dramatic year for the camera industry despite logistical issues and ongoing battles with the global pandemic. We have a good idea of specific cameras to be released in 2022, but what else can we expect? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

The reviews on Intel’s 12th Gen Core desktop processors, named Alder Lake, have all come in, and the results are surprising. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your computer or just want to stay up to date on tech trends, you’ve got to see how these chips performed. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Coleman)

The post dPS Weekly Photo Challenge – Slow Shutter appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Well hello there 2022! 2022 is going to be great, right? Well, we hope yours has started well regardless of what’s going on around the world! Now, there was a suggestion that we mix in, rather than just regular themes, some more technical themes and that those that might be a bit scared at the thought use these themes to learn from others in our Facebook group – a great idea, we’re not called ‘Digital Photography School’ for nothing! So, our first theme of the year is ‘Slow Shutter’ There are varying definitions of what a ‘slow shutter’ is, but for...

Sharp eyes are one of those crucial elements you can't do without in your photography. Here's how to make eyes look sharp in Photoshop with two features you've probably never thought about using before. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Parker)

Photo By Elissa Title Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Snorkel” by Elissa Title. Location: Katmai National Park, Alaska. “A brown bear ‘snorkels’, looking for fish in Kuliak Bay,” describes Title. 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 Elissa Title appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Canon released a unique, incredibly niche lens aimed at VR content creators in the latter half of last year, the RF 5.2mm f/2.8L Dual Fisheye 3D VR Lens. How does it stack up against the competition? Is there competition in this space? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

The post Canon Will Release at Least 4 New Cameras in 2022 appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Canon aims to dramatically expand its camera lineup over the next 12 months, according to Canon Rumors, prompting a name for 2022: “The Year of the Camera Body.” Expect Canon to drop at least four new models in 2022, and potentially more. But which cameras will be unveiled over the next year? The Canon EOS R5c will come first; it’ll be a video-centric version of the Canon EOS R5 that aims to correct the overheating issues plaguing R5 users. The R5c “is expected to be announced in mid-January,” so keep an eye out for news over the...

What are your favorite three Fujifilm X Mount lenses? As a Fujifilm fanboy, this is a question I have often mulled over — with the answer changing as often as new lenses are released. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Matt Murray)

Medium format sensors are usually housed in expensive cameras, but with film bodies, you have far more options without having to remortgage. In this video, one film photographer discusses what the best medium format film camera for portraits is. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Hi, everybody – it sure is good to be back – really enjoyed my Holiday Break, but now it’s a new year, full of new opportunities and possibilities, and so let’s get right to it. If like me, you like to embed your copyright and contact info directly into your images (handy in case you share images on Instagram, FB, Twitter, etc.), then it’s time to update your Lightroom Classic copyright info template for 2022 for the new images you take and import this year. It’s really simple, but not super obvious, so here we go: STEP ONE: Go to the Library Module; go under the Metadata menu up top and choose “Edit Metadata Presets” as shown here (by the way — if you...