Architectural photography is an art form that is intrinsically dependent on the mind of another creator. Without architecture, there would be no architectural photography. Normally, one wouldn't imagine this to be a two-way street, but this insightful video posits a different view. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mike O'Leary)

In Part 1 of this In-Depth review, I outlined the core philosophy of Photo Mechanic Plus before going on to summarize and test the ingestion process. Arguably, this is the star in the crown however, Camera Bits have now added an image catalog allowing it to manage your photo archive. Read on to find out how it performs, as well as a comparison with Lightroom's own catalog. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mike Smith)

The iPhone 13 is here, and it brings with it a bevy of improvements and new features, particularly in the camera department. One of the most exciting new capabilities is Cinematic mode, which allows filmmakers to shoot footage with shallow depth of field and focus pulls, and this great video shows off what it is capable of. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Michael Morse Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Yellow Meets Blue” by Michael Morse. Location: Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming. “Autumn aspen leaves stand out against the blue Wyoming skies as the seasons change once again in Grand Teton National Park,” describes Morse. 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 Michael Morse appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The post 10 Wildlife Photography Tips for Stunning Results appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Guest Contributor. Do you want to capture beautiful, powerful, eye-catching images of wildlife? As a professional wildlife photographer, I’ve spent years developing the techniques needed to get consistently great shots. And in this article, I aim to share my secrets, from the perfect wildlife lighting to the best ways to capture those once-in-a-lifetime moments. So no matter your skill level, if you’re looking to take your wildlife photography to the next level, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s get started. 1. Know your gear This sounds like a huge cliché, but it’s absolutely, one-hundred percent true. The really great, action-packed moments...

Creative entrepreneurs have a different hill to climb compared to other professions. Other professions have a set path to follow. Sign up for the right classes, then pass the predetermined tests, and qualify for a piece of paper that tells the market you are good enough. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Walid Azami)

As photographers, we come across many different scenarios, and it might not be possible to get the perfect shot with the perfect lighting 100% of the time. It could've been that we didn't have the right gear with us or that we were in a rush. Either way, that shouldn't be a reason to shy away from trying to get the best possible shot and bringing it to life in post-production. In this video and article, I'll be showing you how to fix a portrait with bad lighting in post using Adobe Lightroom. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pye Jirsa)

If you’re thinking about going into photography full time and make a profession out of it, it might be worthwhile considering the skills other than getting a good photograph. Let’s discuss the somewhat soft skills required. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wouter du Toit)

Headshots are a tricky genre, as they require you to not only have skills behind the camera and with your lighting, but also with posing and your ability to make people feel comfortable in front of the lens. If you would like to improve your headshots, check out this great video tutorial that features five helpful tips from a top-level photographer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Nikon Z fc is one of the more unique cameras we have seen from the company, offering their latest mirrorless capabilities in tandem with a retro design that brings back the sort of manual controls from past film cameras that made photography a very tactile experience. With its small size, neat design, and affordable price, the Z fc looks like a potentially popular option, and this great video review takes a look at what you can expect from it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A random hunch leads to a positive reminder about what gear does and does not offer the creative process. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

For several years, it seemed like the megapixel wars of the early digital era had died down, but in recent years, numbers have started to skyrocket again. So, do you really need all that extra resolution, or can you get by with a cheaper camera with a normal megapixel count? This awesome video discusses the topic. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Experienced photographers only need the basic camera settings of focusing, metering and exposure. It’s necessary having a grasp of these fundamentals, but extra features and technologies make our lives a lot easier. Here are ten I need. What are yours? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Leica’s reissue of its renowned Noctilux-M 50mm f/1.2 lens carries a hefty price tag, and yet, despite being $7,895, it’s currently back-ordered or out of stock at most major retailers. What do you get when you drop eight grand on a manual focus lens with 16 aperture blades? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

The post How to Make Money With Your Photography (From Fine Art America) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Have you ever wanted to sell your photos, but the process seemed too time-consuming or even overwhelming? Does making stress-free money from your images sound appealing?  Then you should explore Fine Art America, a company that takes artists from creators to full-blown entrepreneurs – practically overnight. Fine Art America is designed to get photography businesses off the ground. FAA lets you sell photos online and create merchandise directly from its online platform with zero hassle, zero equipment, and zero time spent performing thankless customer service tasks.  Instead, with Fine Art America, you can concentrate on making...

Why do we keep seeing photographers make the same photography marketing mistakes? In this video, I take a look at the mistakes I see photographers making time and time again and look at how to avoid such pitfalls. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Scott Choucino)

Photo By Kathleen Wasselle Croft Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Mammatus Explosion” by Kathleen Wasselle Croft. Location: Lake Powell in Arizona. “I was all ready for sunrise,” says Croft. “I had scouted my spot the night before trying to emphasize the low water levels in Lake Powell. The levels are as low as they’ve ever been since the Colorado River was dammed. I woke up early in anticipation of a glorious sunrise to be met with dull grey clouds. I waited, hoping, but it was to no avail. The wind was whipping and I knew that a storm was on the horizon. I sat there after the disappointing sunrise and was just taking in all of the peace and quiet...

Canon enthusiasts are waiting patiently to find out if the manufacturer will add APS-C sensors to its R-series cameras and a new rumor brings the possibility of a model such as an R7 — perfect for action and wildlife photography — another step closer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

From October the 26th Adobe Lightroom introduces its new update, with some great new masking features. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

Daniel Schiffer is an editing master. In this video, he walks us through his editing to make a video shot completely on a tripod more dynamic. He does this by adding movement, scaling the video using keyframes, masking, and then ultimately adding some effects to complete the video. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wouter du Toit)