A wide-aperture 85mm lens is always a popular choice for portrait photography, but such lenses can often run well north of $2,000. However, the Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 lens promises a classic optic at a much more affordable price, and this excellent video review takes a look at if it can provide the sort of performance and image quality professionals still demand. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When it comes to processing your images, Adobe is the standard choice for a lot of photographers, and many creatives go years without even trying other options. However, nowadays, there are a lot of alternatives to Lightroom and Photoshop, and whether you just do not like subscriptions or you are looking for a different way to work with your photos, this helpful video will give you a brief overview of three different options. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post The Essential Guide to Photographing Birds in Flight appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Bruce Wunderlich. If you want to photograph birds in flight like a pro, then you’ve come to the right place. As a longtime bird photographer, I’ve spent countless hours tracking birds through the viewfinder, dealing with the frustration, the difficulties, and the exhilaration that comes from nailing a perfect shot. I’ve made plenty of mistakes – and I’ve also discovered many, many tips and techniques that’ll instantly elevate your photos. And in this article, I aim to share it all. I’ll explain all the birds in flight photography basics, including gear choice, location choice, lighting, composition, and more. Let’s dive right...

Nikon allowed me to try out a preproduction model of the Nikon Z 9. This long-awaited camera turned out to be a marvel. During a fortnight, I came to appreciate this camera a lot. In this article, I'll tell you about my experience. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

There is more information on how to edit your photos available than ever before, and while that is certainly a great thing for anyone who wants to improve as a photographer, it can lead to using someone else's editing habits and techniques rather than developing your own creative voice. If that is something you struggle with, this excellent video tutorial will help you find more creative freedom in your edits. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Roland Barthes was a theorist and philosopher whose literary contributions to photography are still discussed and hold relevance today. I believe he is mandatory reading for anyone who considers themselves a photographer in any capacity. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

It's rare to have a free educational event. It's even rarer to have such an event with big-name educators such as Chris Burkard, Scott Robert Lim, and Brooke Shaden. But the Sony Creative Space 2021 is doing just that plus so much more. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jason Vinson)

I’ve tried several 70-200mm lenses for the Sony system, and even as I stood there holding it in my hands, I could hardly believe the new 70-200mm f/2.8 II from Sony. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by James Madison)

Photo By Sergio Rojo Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Semiahmoo Sunset” by Sergio Rojo. Location: Near Blaine, Washington. 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 Sergio Rojo appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Modern cameras are ludicrously good at focusing automatically, able to lock on small targets and track them precisely and accurately through many challenging situations. These autofocus systems are not totally infallible, however, and there are times during which it is actually a better choice to switch to using manual focus. This great video tutorial discusses why you practice using manual focus and why it can be useful for your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Back in 2017, my commercial work was struggling to make any impact. I got the odd big job, but mostly out of convenience rather than style — that was, until I purchased this lens. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Scott Choucino)

Full frame is generally considered the standard professional sensor size of choice, with some landscape photographers even now opting for medium format, particularly with the recent reinvention of the format. But of course, the bigger the sensor, the bigger the camera, the heavier the lenses, and the more expensive the kit. So, does a landscape photographer really need full frame? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Beauty Dish Photography: The Essential Guide (+ 5 Lighting Setups) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Gary Detonnancourt. The beauty dish is one of my absolute favorite light modifiers – but it can be intimidating for beginners, and can even confuse serious portrait shooters. That’s why, in this article, I share everything you need to know about beauty dish photography, from the lighting basics all the way to my favorite setups. I also explain when it makes sense to use a beauty dish versus a softbox, so if you’re not sure which way to go, I should be able to help you out. Let’s get started! What is a beauty dish? A beauty dish is...

If you're open to more heavy-handed retouching of your images, you have almost limitless possibilities of what you can do with even the blandest of images. In this tutorial, learn how to create realistic light rays and dappled light to add some atmosphere to a photograph. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

It was a one-on-one with a paying client. I got to know her a bit better over the phone. This was important so I could plan the session and give her what I thought she'd find value from. We met up in Paris in a neighborhood neither of us knew very well. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wouter du Toit)

A good macro lens is super versatile: useful for a lot more than just tiny details, including portraits, ring shots, and way more. For Sony shooters, the FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS looks to fill that role, but can it keep up with the demands of the 61-megapixel Sony a7R IV? This great video review takes a look. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

‘Tis the season for photographers to prepare for cold weather photography. But if you’re not quite ready to brave the frigid temperatures, grab a cup of cocoa, curl up by the fire and gain inspiration from this slideshow of 32 images of winter. [See image gallery at www.outdoorphotographer.com] The post Celebrate The Season With These 32 Images Of Winter appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Video editing, as with the editing of photographs, has a lot of nuance to it. In fact, in many ways, it has more than photography as you have to control basic elements like time. In this video, one videographer discusses the element of video editing he believes is the most important. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Alice Hirsch (they/them) is a portrait and music photographer based out of Toronto, Canada. They combine the best of vintage images with a new world mindset of collaboration and exhibition. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

Photo By Ted Uihlein Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Monument Valley Sunrise” by Ted Uihlein. Location: Monument Valley, Utah. “Monument Valley is silhouetted in this backlit picture, taken through Teardrop Arch,” describes Uihlein. 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 Ted Uihlein appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff