The post How to Get a (Gorgeous) Bokeh Effect: Step-By-Step Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Annie Tao. Do you want to capture photos that feature a stunning bokeh effect? You’ve come to the right place. In this article, I’ll explain everything you need to know about bokeh, including: What it isThe perfect bokeh camera settingsHow you can produce bokeh for jaw-dropping results I’ll also include plenty of bokeh examples along the way, so you know exactly what to expect in your own images. So if you’re ready to become a bokeh master, then let’s get started! What is bokeh in photography? Bokeh refers to the out-of-focus areas of an image, especially areas that are heavily...

When lack of motivation dominates your creativity, reach down inside and think about the fact that the only direction you can move is forward. When things can only get better, celebrate it. Let a smile dominate your face. Cheer the end of an inactive period because things will get better! Here are a few things to try to help you stay motivated in photography.  One Way Out Dead ends are synonymous with running into a wall and not being able to move forward. What’s beautiful about a dead end is you can choose to make a U-turn to get back onto the main road. You’re not stuck at a roadblock. You’re not surrounded by traffic. You’re not waiting for hours at...

I’m very excited about this collaboration with the creative team at On1 (maker’s of awesome plug-ins for Lightroom and Photoshop), and they are doing a 50% off deal right now on my signature collection (just in time for Christmas, and it’s an instant download, so no waiting on shipping).  Here’s how they describe my new collection (and it’s more than just presets):  “ON1 has partnered with world-renowned photographer Scott Kelby to bring you his new Signature Bundle! It’s an ON1-exclusive featuring over 70 of his best ON1 presets, 20 beautiful textures, and 20 high-resolution skies along with his most popular video course “10 Essential Tips Every Landscape Photographer Should Know.” Whether you’re using ON1 Photo RAW 2022 or Effects 2022, this creative collection...

Budget smartphone Google Pixel 5a wins the MKBDH annual blind smartphone camera comparison. The test and comparison included more than 3 million votes and the results were presented on the Marques Brownlee YouTube channel. What's surprising is that none of the major flagship smartphones made it past the second round. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

Like any specialist occupation, photography is an expensive one. There are big savings that can make it affordable for the professional, some of which can help the amateur too. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Photographing in a winter wonderland offers us so many advantages, as all the distracting elements on the ground get hidden by snow. But then there comes the photographer, who wants to get out the best possible photograph. And exactly this leads to one of the problems. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christian Irmler)

Cameras are always improving, but it seems like the rate of progress has kicked into another gear in the last few years, with Canon, Sony, Fuji, and Nikon all blazing ahead with remarkably advanced bodies. One photographer recently decided to switch to Sony for his work, and this great video takes a balanced look at his thoughts after three months with the system. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Have you ever taken a shot that you were completely stoked to post, and when you released it to the world, you didn’t quite get the engagement you were hoping for? It can be discouraging to be excited about a photo and not get the enthusiastic engagement you expected. These days, stopping the scroll seems harder than ever, but animating a portion of your photo is an easy upgrade that can create a major boost of interest to your image. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michelle VanTine)

It takes a lot of hard work to become proficient enough with a camera, lighting, and post-processing that you can consistently produce compelling, high-quality images, but translating that to a thriving business is another skill entirely. If you are ready to start bringing in money for your photography skills but are unsure where to start, check out this great video tutorial that will give you some steps in the right direction. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It is great whenever you can properly set up lights and systematically work your way to the final image, but that simply is not always an option, especially if you are doing something like shooting weddings. However, that does not mean you simply can't use artificial light; you just might have to be a bit more nimble with it. One of the most popular techniques for this is bounce flash, and this great video tutorial will show you how to use it properly. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Tamron has been one of the most exciting manufacturers in the last few years, establishing itself as a reinvented company that offers pragmatic, versatile lenses that provide great images without breaking the bank. One of those lenses is the impressive 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD, which offers an impressively wide maximum aperture paired with a focal length range that covers a wide range of situations. This great video review takes a look at the lens and how it performs in the real world. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Ryan Cairl Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Starry Explosion” by Ryan Cairl. 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 Ryan Cairl appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

The post 10 Street Photography Tips for Beautiful Shots appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Eric Kim. How can you capture stunning street photos? What’s the best way to get started with street photography? As an experienced street shooter, I’ve been exactly where you are – and over time, I’ve developed plenty of street photography tips and techniques to go from beginner shots to standout professional images. That’s what this article is all about; I share everything you need to know to jumpstart your street photos, including: My favorite street photography gearHow to get over the fear of being noticedAn easy way to make your subjects feel comfortableCompositional tips to really get those eye-catching shotsMuch more! Let’s...

Price-cutting and cheap photographers tend to really get under the skin of many of us, but I am pretty sure that you have been approaching it all wrong. Hopefully, this helps. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Scott Choucino)

Photographing a single image each day for a 365 Project sounds easy, but in practice, it requires a tremendous amount of dedication. If you put some thought into this undertaking, however, you can succeed in completing a 365 Project next year. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)

This has been a billboard year for camera and equipment releases as all the big players have launched impressive products of some description. What have you bought and what have your favorite purchases been? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

A good wide-aperture 35mm lens is by far one of the most useful many photographers can have in their bag, and there is no certainly no dearth of options out there. This excellent video review compares two of the best options available, the Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM and the Sigma 35mm f/1.2 DG DN Art, including their autofocus, bokeh, image quality, and more. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

There is no reason anyone would reasonably sail into a hurricane, but thankfully, nowadays, we have autonomous vehicles that can enter them to collect footage and data for scientific research. The results from the 2021 season were incredible, as this terrifying footage shows. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I got excited when Canon Netherlands asked me to review the new Canon EOS R3. Together with the camera, I received three lenses and was offered just four days to use them under different circumstances. In this review, I share my first impression and shooting experience. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

Lightroom can be a more complex program than it seems on the surface, and some of its more hidden features can actually be the most useful, saving you a ton of time in post and increasing the quality of your images. This awesome video tutorial will show you five such lesser-known features and how to use them in your workflow. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)