Landscape photographers have a love/hate relationship with clouds. Too many or too little in our shot can be cause for grief while trying to compose a landscape image, unless the clouds are interesting, of course, like during a storm. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Scott Donschikowski)

The post Don’t Miss This Incredible Preset Deal (1400+ Presets at 50% Off!) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Do you ever wish you could open up a bland, boring, unedited photo in Lightroom – and then, with a single click of your mouse, turn it into a beautiful, eye-catching final product? It seems impossible, right? After all, it takes years to master Lightroom editing. And then, even once you’re an editing expert, it can take hours of careful processing to enhance a single image. (Time that you could spend outside shooting, I might add!)  Lots of photographers just struggle along; they waste time in Lightroom and never really get the results they want.  But...

The Fujifilm X-H2S is the latest entry in the company's respected X Series line of mirrorless cameras, and it brings along a wide range of new features and improved capabilities. This excellent video review takes a look at the new camera and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in real-world usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

We Want To See Images From Your Personal Projects In this Critique the Community, we want to see an image (or images) from a personal project you have completed or are still working on. The goal of a personal project is to explore a new theme in a unique and collective way. A few examples could be a series of portraits of people that are related in some way, a series of photos that use a specific lighting setup, a final image that uses compositing to achieve the final effect, or anything else that has inspired you to create something you otherwise might not create through photography. As always, each photographer can submit up to... [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted...

From the time I was a child, I have been fascinated by all things related to the NASA moon missions of the 1970s. I’ve been particularly intrigued by the photographs that were taken by astronauts on their way to the moon and the surface as well. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)

2022 has been a triumphant year for film photography, and although we are yet to see big companies produce anything in the way of serious film cameras, we have seen a few exciting, plastic toy cameras hit the market. Kodak has now delighted the community with these stylish half frame cameras manufactured in collaboration with the Reto Project. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lucy Lumen)

Corporate events are perhaps my favorite thing to photograph these days. There are so many different shots I can create at a conference that I am never bored. Networking opportunities are in abundance at any given corporate affair, and most of the people in the room are working for a company that has the budget to hire me to shoot for them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)

Fujifilm's GFX line of medium format mirrorless cameras rewrote medium format's role in the industry, taking it from a niche tool used by a few studios and rental houses and making it a viable alternative to full frame bodies, particularly for landscape, wedding, and portrait photographers. If you are curious about the camera for landscape work, check out this great video review that discusses the performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Aperture Priority Mode: The Ultimate Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kunal Malhotra. What is Aperture Priority mode? And how can you use it to capture well-exposed, artistic images? In this guide, I explain everything you need to know about Aperture Priority, including: When it’s useful (and when it should be avoided)How to adjust your camera settings while using Aperture PriorityHow to handle common Aperture Priority mode scenarios So if you’re ready to take control of your camera and become a settings master, then let’s dive right in! What is Aperture Priority mode? Aperture Priority mode, often represented as “A” or “Av” mode, gives the photographer control over the aperture and the ISO, while...

These days, most of us are carrying several battery-powered devices at any given time, and that can add up to a lot of cables to keep track of and a lot of inconvenience if you forget to bring along the right power adapter. That's why with four USB-C ports and two USB-A ports, support for a range of fast charging protocols, and an impressive 200 watts of total output, the Ugreen Nexode 200W charger is a fantastic accessory for many creatives. We take a deep look at the device in our review here. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Daniel C Park Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Brightness and Darkness in Various Shapes” by Daniel C Park. 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 Daniel C Park appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Perhaps the greatest challenge and source of frustration in landscape photography is the fact that we have no control over the light. While we can do our best to predict how things will shape up, nature does not always cooperate. When that happens, a bit of patience can be your best friend. This excellent video details why. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Flash is probably the most under used photo accessory on the market. Simply put, it’s an amazing piece of equipment that few exploit. It allows us to add light where light doesn’t exist. Ponder that statement for a moment. A flash places light where none or little falls. Think about that outdoor photo you made of someone wearing a hat. The brim created an ugly shadow over their eyes and nose compared to the rest of the image. Imagine if there was a way light could be added to those portions so the viewer could see details on the subject’s face. Imagine if there was a way to even out the light to reduce the overall contrast. There is, but people...

The post 7 Tips for Gorgeous Bird Photography Lighting appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. What’s the best light for bird photography? And how can you use different styles and directions of lighting to capture beautiful images of birds? I’ve been photographing birds for over a decade, and in this article, I share all my best bird photography lighting tips, including: The best time of day for amazing bird imagesMy favorite lighting direction to capture plenty of detailA simple way to produce artistic bird photosThe type of lighting you should consistently avoid Ready to level up your bird photography? Then let’s dive right in, starting with my first tip: 1. Shoot during the golden hour...

When you are new to working with artificial light for portraits, you should generally start with a single source until you are comfortable with all the basic properties and techniques. Once you feel comfortable with those, you can begin to embrace more complex multi-light setups. This excellent video tutorial shows a relatively simple two-light setup that creates an eye-catching spotlight effect. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Believe it or not, headshot cropping and orientation is a controversial topic in the photography community. In this article and the accompanying video, I give you five reasons to crop horizontally and take just a bit off the top of the head. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

If you do photography professionally, you are going to eventually have a dissatisfied client. It is something that happens to all of us, and it is not even always your fault. So, what can you do when that happens? This excellent video tutorial offers some helpful advice that will make it easier to handle those difficult situations. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photography, whether photojournalism, documentary, sports, wildlife, or even landscapes, is much about camera placement and timing. But there are some fundamental mistakes that most of us photographers make that are barriers to getting great photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Photo by gary.hammes Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Napali Coast” by gary.hammes. Location: Hawaii. 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 gary.hammes appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Can destruction be beautiful? Rankin’s new limited book “An Exploding World” has the answer. What began as a way to stay creative during the lockdown has turned into his latest coffee table book and a reminder of the significance of creativity for personal well-being. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)