What does it really take to get by in an industry where any Tom, Dick, and Harry has it in them to harvest likes on images like basking sharks devouring krill? Who’s doing it better? Well, everyone, right? What’s happening, day to day, week to week in the life of an active professional photographer? Well, I’m laying it all on the line. Telling it like it is. Here’s a desperately honest account of what happens in an average week for me, an honestly average photographer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Barrow)

Choosing a lens which will give you desired results for a particular portrait assignment is an integral part of being a photographer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

The post Editing RAW Photos in Lightroom: 5 Essential Tips appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. If you shoot in RAW and you want your photos to look realistic, photo editing is a necessary step in the photographic workflow. Unedited RAW files simply do not look like what you saw with your eyes! For instance, in high-contrast lighting, the human eye can see more detail in the highlights and the shadows – and when faced with colorful subjects, RAW shots just don’t have the same pop as the real-life scene. That’s where RAW photo editing in Lightroom comes in handy. With a bit of effort, you can balance the light and color to get your...

This video from nature photographer Simon d'Entremont offers one of the best explanations of camera metering modes I have come across, complete with examples of each mode and when to use them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

In the last few years, Tamron has established themselves as a manufacturer of some of the most cost-effective and useful lenses available, offering practical capabilities and good image quality all at very affordable prices. One such option is the 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD lens for Nikon Z mirrorless cameras, and this excellent video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The March 2023 issue of Photoshop User is now live on the KelbyOne site and the KelbyOne app for iOS and Android. In this issue, learn how to use Photoshop Express to quickly and easily add special effects, graphic overlays, text, and looks to your phone images; plus, retouching hot spots in Lightroom; using Lightroom to import images into Lightroom Classic; turning your photos into chalk drawings in Photoshop; creating stained glass portraits in Photoshop; creating three different posters with one image; and so much more! This issue’s cover image by KelbyOne member Wendi Kennedy Current KelbyOne members can log into their account to access the new issue, or you can visit https://kelbyone.com/magazine to sign up and start reading today. KelbyOne Pro members have access to more than 100...

Making a photo zine can be a great way to present a body of work or, alternatively, re-contextualize a series of images which may exist elsewhere, such as on your website. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

When it comes to landscape photography, we often talk about things like exposure settings, lens choice, use of filters, managing conditions, and more. But one thing we do not talk about as much is color, and yet, it is one of the most powerful aspects of any landscape photograph. This great video tutorial will show you how careful management of color can make your landscape images better and offer some helpful tips for making that happen. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Blurry pictures are a nightmare. When you simply have to recover detail on images you've taken, this is the video to watch. Photographer and author Glyn Dewis goes through three mainstream programs, Luminar Neo, On1 NoNoise AI 2023, and Topaz Sharpen AI, that he uses to evaluate and try to improve his blurry image. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Peter Morgan)

Low budget doesn't have to mean low quality. Here's a handy tip for keeping your backgrounds interesting. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Joe Lenton)

When it comes to photography, your purpose can feel a little vague. While that may not necessarily be a problem, a little focus — if you'll excuse the pun — can push you forward and improve your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Mostly, photographers learn the camera settings and compositional techniques first. Those basics of photography are essential. But when we have mastered those, what do we do next? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

For the first time in 15 years, it recently snowed where I live. I desperately wanted to take my drone out but was petrified it might get swept away in a blustery blizzard or die of hypothermia. I wish I'd known these five tips for flying drones in wintry weather beforehand. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

Photo By Tom Elenbaas Today’s Photo of the Day is “Monument Valley Sunrise” by Tom Elenbaas. Location: Monument Valley, Utah. “Sunrise over the Mittens and Merrick Butte in Monument Valley,” describes Elenbaas. 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 Tom Elenbaas appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Can you shoot exclusively in JPEG as a professional photographer? Check out our interview with award winning wedding and portrait photographer Scott Robert Lim, as he explains why he's been shooting only in JPEG for over 23 years. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Reza Malayeri)

The Fstoppers community is brimming with creative vision and talent. Every day, we comb through your work, looking for images to feature as the Photo of the Day or simply to admire your creativity and technical prowess. In 2022, we're featuring a new photographer every month, whose portfolio represents both stellar photographic achievement and a high level of involvement within the Fstoppers community. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

There are myriad ways you can light your subject in portraiture, and whether you're jaded by your go-to setup, or overwhelmed as to where to start, this video can help you add some more styles to your arsenal. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

While I'm not fond of using AI to replace the creative process, I think it is incredibly helpful in enhancing image quality. With the right AI tools, you can rescue photos that may have been unusable otherwise. Topaz Photo AI is such a tool, and in this article, we look at its capabilities, limitations, and ways to get the best results. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

One of the first techniques every new photographer loves to try is the long exposure. Long exposures can improve image quality by helping to reduce noise, and they can be a wonderfully powerful creative tool that can entirely change the look of an image. If you are new to photography and wondering how to get started with long exposures, check out this great video tutorial that will get you up and running in no time. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

While the craft is the same, the professional life of a female photographer is often different than that of a male photographer, whether it is in the way clients work with them, the interactions they deal with on social media, or the expectations of their abilities. This great video interview sits down with a female photographer, Arfa Khatri, and discusses some of her experiences, difficulties, and the struggles she faces in her day-to-day life as a professional creative. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)