Figure 1. A view of the Watermark Editor in Lightroom Classic. They say sharing is caring. They say that a candle loses nothing as it shares its light with another candle. They say that even though sharing requires trust and faith and a willingness to take risks as one reaches out to others, the connection one derives from sharing makes it all worth it. Bearing all that in mind, “they” are likely not considering the value of intellectual property. If you’re a photographer, share…but watermark as you go. In part two of this article series on Lightroom Classic tools and tips for optimizing your images for output and sharing, we went through many of the settings in Lightroom’s Export dialogue but...

Landscape photography is one of the most popular genres of photography, but how do photos of rocks, mountains, waves, and sunsets tell a story? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)

Photography conferences are an incredible way to build your skills, find new inspiration, and network with like-minded people. The Click Away Conference is one great option if you are seeking ways to expand your photographic experience and business acumen. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Abby Ferguson, MFA)

In today’s market, more and more photography clients are asking for video. Do you have what it takes to shoot quality photo and video work? There is more to it than flipping over to video mode on your camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Marc Bergreen)

Congratulations to John Pierce for winning the recent Sense Of Place Assignment with the image, “Two Medicine Lake Sunrise.” 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 Sense Of Place Assignment Winner John Pierce appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Nikon, perhaps copying Tamron's strategy, has released a surprisingly affordable 28-75mm f/2.8 lens. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

The post The 10 Best Lenses for Food Photography (in 2021) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Ana Mireles. Struggling to find the best lens for food photography? You’re not alone. Food photography is an expansive genre, and picking the right lens depends on a range of factors. After all, you might shoot in a kitchen or a controlled studio setting, you might do wide-angle food photography, or you might like extreme close-ups. And each scenario requires a completely different set of lens features! That’s where this article comes in handy. I’m going to share my favorite 10 lenses for photographing food, including options for all major brands and at every price point. By the time you’re finished...

Photo By James Day Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Taft Point” by James Day. Location: Yosemite National Park, California. Nikon D610, Nikon 24-120 mm f4 lens, Manfrotto tripod and ballhead. 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 James Day appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Nikon today introduced the NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8, a new standard zoom for its full-frame mirrorless Z cameras. The company also announced development of the NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S. NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8 The new zoom is an alternative to two existing zooms in the Nikon Z system—the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S and the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S—with a few key differentiations. From a size and weight perspective, the new NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8 falls between the two current lenses. At 1.2 pounds, it weighs about 30 percent less than the 24-70mm f/2.8 (1.8 pounds) and just a bit more than the 24-70mm f/4 (1.1 pounds). It’s much closer in size to the 24-70mm f/2.8 at 4.8...

Fujifilm's GFX series of medium format mirrorless cameras caught the attention of the photography industry by bringing a lot of modern camera features to larger sensors and doing so at impressively modest prices. The GFX 100S epitomizes that by offering a ton of resolution, dynamic range, and image quality, all at a price that sits at the upper end of the full frame spectrum. Is it the ultimate camera for landscape photographers? This excellent video review takes a look. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If no one takes notice or takes time to engage more deeply with an image, what does it matter?? Getting control over the viewer’s eyes can be a big game-changer for your fine art photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christian Irmler)

Fujifilm has a relationship with its customers that’s a little different from every other camera brand. Having carved a definite niche within the world of photography, what does the manufacturer need to do in order to ensure that it maintains — or even expands — its market share? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

When it comes to landscape photography, you can create a multitude of images using an identical composition simply by varying your settings. If you are newer to the genre and wondering how to choose the right shutter speed, aperture, and ISO values for a given image, this fantastic video tutorial will walk you through several real-life examples to help you gain more confidence in your abilities. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Laura Schoenbauer Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Foggy Forest” by Laura Schoenbauer. Location: Afton, Minnesota. 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 Laura Schoenbauer appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Have you seen this trick for adding a bit more intensity to a portrait's eyes? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

In my opinion, the Samsung Portable SSD T7 and Portable SSD T7 Touch are some of the best SSDs available. While that sounds like a bold claim, it is based on using these drives daily for the past month. Let’s see what makes these particular models so great and why you may want to get one for the holidays. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Still looking for stocking stuffers or affordable gifts for the photographers on your list? We’ve got some great accessories to help, all priced under $100 and most under $50. Check out these 10 last-minute holiday gift ideas for your favorite photographer—or a “To me, From Santa” gift under the tree. 1. Tamrac Quick Release Shoulder Strap Tamrac Quick Release Shoulder Strap This camera strap is a classic and one of our favorite photo accessories. The suede-like microfiber padding along the neck is very comfortable even during extended use, and we also love the quick release attachments that allow you to easily snap off the strap when shooting on a tripod. Price: $26.{affiliate_box_tamrac} The post 10 Last-Minute Holiday Gift Ideas For Photographers...

Few cameras were more hotly anticipated than the Sony a7 IV, the long-awaited update to the popular and highly respected a7 III. Meant to be equally at home in both photo and video scenarios, the a7 IV brings with it a balanced feature set for hybrid shooters, and this excellent video review takes a look at what you can expect from it on both sides of the coin. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Many of us simply use Lightroom in its default state, and given the program's good organization, that generally works just fine for most applications. However, it can be beneficial to tweak the program a bit to better fit your needs and preferred manner of working, and this helpful video tutorial will show you how to go about doing just that. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photography has become so popular, a cookie-cutter look appears in the vast majority of published images. Ponder this scenario—50 photographers line up along one of the pullouts in the Lamar Valley in Yellowstone in the fall. There stands a majestic bull elk in good light grazing on the golden grasses. Each one of the 50 photographers has a 500mm or 600mm lens attached to their camera body, and this setup is attached to a fully extended tripod set to eye level. Simultaneous clicks are heard each time the elk raises its head from the grass. The end result? Fifty extremely similar photos because no one sought out unique vantage points in photography. The purpose of this week’s tip is to hopefully...