Congratulations to Christopher Baker for winning the recent Summer Road Trips Assignment with the image, “Olympic Black Bear.” See more of Christopher Baker’s photography at https://cscottphoto.smugmug.com. 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 Summer Road Trips Assignment Winner Christopher Baker appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Adobe has just released Photoshop 2022, version 23.0.0. As always, it leans more towards evolution than revolution, but with more than two decades of evolving, you know any large changes are going to be useful. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The Olympus brand of cameras will be “OM SYSTEM” going forward, OM Digital Solutions Corporation announced today. Last year, it was revealed that the camera business of Olympus Corporation would be transferred to Japan Industrial Partners, and on January 1, 2021, the transfer was completed, forming a new company, OM Digital Solutions Corporation. OM SYSTEM brand logo For how long the brand would continue to license and use the Olympus trade name was unclear at the time. According to today’s press release, “OM Digital Solutions is pleased to introduce the OM SYSTEM brand for our lines of interchangeable lens cameras and lenses, compact digital cameras, audio products, binoculars, and other services,” answering that question. New products will be released under the...

Photo By Clayton Peoples Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Teton Foliage” by Clayton Peoples. Location: Wyoming. “The Teton Range is difficult to describe,” says Peoples. “This rugged, beautiful range seemingly rises straight out of flat plains, or at least this is how it appears from the east side. There are many stunning vistas of the Teton Range in Grand Teton National Park. One of the most famous is Oxbow Bend. In autumn, the aspens along Oxbow Bend come alive with color. On this particular morning, the aspens were in full splendor, and the clouds offered some contrast in the sky.” Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo of the Day is...

Fujifilm's GFX series of medium format cameras and lenses has brought some incredible image quality and capabilities to photographers at prices that significantly undercut traditional medium format costs. Both the GF 80mm f/1.7 R WR and GF 110mm f/2 R LM WR lenses offer extremely wide apertures for medium format lenses, making them intriguing choices for portrait photographers. So, which is right for you? This great video compares the two and the sort of performance and image quality they offer to help you choose. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Olympus is changing its name to the OM System. With the announcement, they have told FStoppers that they are also developing a new interchangeable lens Micro Four Thirds camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Landscape photography brings with it a lot of challenges, but the scenes and way you can render them are nearly limitless. This fantastic video tutorial goes behind the scenes of photographing a castle in the hills and shows the photographer's process and thoughts behind his creative decision. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Lightroom vs Adobe Bridge: Which Is Best in 2021? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Matt Murray. Which should you buy, Lightroom vs Adobe Bridge? If you haven’t used either program extensively, it can be a tough choice. That’s where this article comes in handy; below, I give an overview of both Lightroom Classic and Adobe Bridge along with their pros and cons, then I pit them head-to-head on three key features to help you decide.  So whether you’re a beginner looking for your first photo editing and organization tool, or you’re a more experienced photographer trying to decide on the most effective option for your needs, read on.  Adobe Bridge: overview Bridge is a...

We spend a lot of time working on our technique and expanding our knowledge of various methods for creating and editing photos. However, sometimes, a simple adjustment in how you approach things can make a big difference, and this excellent video tutorial will show you one such adjustment. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

There are 10 Lightroom features I use more than any other, and many of you reading might not even be aware of them, as they're often hidden away or require sneaky keyboard shortcuts, so read on to find out what they are. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jason Parnell-Brookes)

A terrifying ordeal is recalled as one photographer is followed back to his home and held at gunpoint for his camera equipment. An important reminder to be safe and alert when out shooting. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

One of the most classic and timeless portrait looks involves using the sun to backlight your subject and create a dramatic background. It is also an excellent way to develop your lighting skills and to learn how to balance ambient and artificial light, and this awesome video tutorial will show you everything you need to know to create them yourself. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It’s cold, and I’m shivering under the dark night sky. Out of breath from hiking up the mountain above 9,000 feet elevation, I set up my camera for a shot. I enjoy creating compositions of the night sky; composition is my favorite aspect of photography. I choose a horizontal view to include the arch of the Milky Way through the frame, with Jupiter near the center and a volcanic eruption on the Big Island of Hawaii in the distance. I wait until the dense part of the Milky Way gases are visible, which, at this time of year in May, is now almost 1 a.m. I love photographing the full moon with mountains or a crescent moon on the horizon, but...

Last month, Canon announced a tiny, lightweight ultra-wide angle prime lens for its full frame mirrorless cameras: the RF 16mm f/2.8 STM. Given how affordable it is, can it offer decent performance? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Enough about the “best lenses” for this kind of photography. Let’s talk about what is practical and what works. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)

B&H Photo’s Optic 2021 event brought together more than 40 innovators and leading photographers, many of whom we’ve featured in Outdoor Photographer, to talk about a range of topics in photography today. One of them is Canon Explorer of Light Jennifer Wu, who was featured in our August 2021 issue telling the story of her journey in night photography, “Reaching For The Stars.” In this video presentation at Optic 2021, Wu gives a comprehensive introduction to night photography, including gear recommendations, camera settings, key techniques and tricks of the pros like light painting. It’s a long presentation at just under one hour, but one worth bookmarking for future reference if you want to learn and explore night photography for yourself. The...

The post 10 Tips for Spectacular (and Spooky!) Halloween Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Darren Rowse. Looking for Halloween photography tips and tricks? Want some fun Halloween photoshoot ideas to take your images to the next level? In this article, I’m going to share plenty of techniques for beautiful Halloween pictures, including: Lighting tips for spooky resultsCompositional secrets to give your images an edgeEasy ways to photograph your kids and their adorable costumesFun Halloween photo ideasMuch more! So if you’re ready to pick up that camera on the scariest day of the year… …then let’s get started! 1. Include spooky or atmospheric Halloween props Halloween involves plenty of objects, from pumpkins and costumes to skeletons,...

With the arrival of the Sony a7C, some wondered whether Sony might be pondering bringing its APS-C line of cameras to an end. However, the new 18-50mm f/2.8 lens from Sigma suggests that the weight and price advantages offered by the smaller format have just breathed fresh life into Sony's crop-sensor cameras. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Photo By Hi il Lee Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Two Seasons” by Hi il Lee. Location: Utah. 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 Hi il Lee appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The brand new Sony a7 IV offers some remarkable specifications as a hybrid camera and could be a perfect choice for countless wedding photographers and videographers. Having used it to shoot a couple of weddings, one filmmaker lets you know his thoughts. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)