We take ridiculously powerful autofocus that can lock onto something like a subject's eye and track it through a challenging environment for granted nowadays, and we sometimes forget that there was a time when autofocus did not even exist. However, in the late 1970s, autofocus began to appear, and even though Canon's lens mount at the time did not support it, they found a way to put it in a lens anyway. This neat video review takes a look at that lens. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Working with a new model can be a brilliant way to practice and help someone else with their aspirations, but it's undoubtedly tricky. In this behind-the-scenes video, a veteran photographer works with a model on her first shoot and walks you through some of the difficulties and offers some tips. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

I recently wrote a piece for Bradt Guides' Travel Club offering tips on how to get the most out of a trip to the Southern Ocean and Antarctica. I, for one, am feeling serious withdrawal from travel. If you're planning a trip to Antarctica or love landscapes and wildlife, climb aboard. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mark Dunsmuir)

The post Broad and Short Lighting in Photography: A Simple Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by John McIntire. What is broad lighting in portrait photography? And what is short lighting? Understanding the differences between these two studio lighting patterns can be difficult, especially when you’re just starting out. But they’re a great way to add variety to your portraiture, and as you’ll soon see, they’re easy to produce! Below, I’ll share everything you need to know for gorgeous broad and short lighting setups, including: What broad and short lighting actually isHow to use broad and short lighting for beautiful portraitsPlenty of examples and lighting diagrams so you know exactly what to do So whether you’re a beginner looking...

Smartphone cameras and AI technology can produce beautiful results. Many of them can intelligently boost colors in an image, blur out a background to mimic larger optics, or even change how you look. The question is: how far is too far with smartphones and AI manipulation of images? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

Pricing is a tricky thing and something that a lot of photographers struggle with, particularly since there is less objective guidance on how to go about it than in many other industries. One especially difficult topic is knowing when it is time to raise your prices. This helpful video tutorial will show you five signs that it may be time to charge a bit more for your services. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Apple's M1 chip turned the computing world on its head when it first arrived, and the M1 Pro and M1 Max chips took things several steps further, promising even better performance in tandem with highly impressive battery life. So, how does the latest MacBook Pro perform in practice, under the demands of a professional creative? This great video review will show you what you can expect from it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Our annual selection of the best photo gear for 2021 represents the innovations made in the art and technology of photography. Cameras are undeniably moving toward a mirrorless future, and 2021 advanced considerably to that end. Nearly all of the new gear introduced this year was for mirrorless systems. Here are our top picks of those new cameras and lenses that meet the unique needs of nature and adventure photographers. Camera of the Year 2021: Sony a1 Sony a1 (front) This year was a significant one for flagship mirrorless camera releases from Canon, Nikon and Sony. Canon introduced the EOS R3, which sits at the top of its full-frame mirrorless system and is carefully positioned by Canon as “between” the EOS...

The post dPS Weekly Photo Challenge – Friends appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. This week your challenge is to photograph an image that says “Friends” it’s that simple! Make sure you use the theme hashtag if you’re posting on social media #dpsfriends Here are three great resources for photographing groups, on our website. How to take great group photos6 keys to shooting great group photosSample poses for photographing groups Now, the links above all point to “group” photography, as in a group of friends, but realistically, it might just be your best friend, or a pet’s friend or any variation on that theme I suppose! Just have a think about how to portray “Friends” and...

Growing your skillset and your career as an artist can be filled with pitfalls. But even though many mistakes are shared amongst nearly all photographers, the good news is that most can be avoided if you only know where to look. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

The Canon EOS R5 grabbed a lot of headlines when it came out, mostly for features like blazing fast autofocus, a 20 fps burst rate, and 8K raw video. And while those are all quite impressive, the EOS R5 also came with one of the best sensors the company has ever produced, making it an intriguing option for landscape photographers. This excellent video review takes a look at the EOS R5 for landscape work and the kind of image quality you can expect from it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Hi il Lee Today’s Photo Of The Day is “It’s Mine” by Hi il Lee. 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 Hi il Lee appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The post The dPS Holiday Gift Guide for Photographers (2021) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Caz Nowaczyk. In this 2021 gift guide, we offer plenty of gift ideas for photographers, whether they’re a beginner, a hobbyist, or even a professional. We share the best gifts for photographers at all price points, including cameras, lenses, accessories, creative photography tools, and much more.  So no matter your budget and no matter the photographer, you’re bound to find the right item!  Take a look: Featured: Photzy Snap Cards In many ways, the best gift for a photographer is education, which can teach skills that’ll last for a lifetime. That’s where the Photzy Snap Card pack comes in; it contains...

It takes the meeting of several factors to create a good photo, and the absence or poor execution of any one of them can often derail the entire image. Some of these factors are obvious, but some can sneak up on us, often not noticed until we are back at home to examine our shots on our computers. This great video essay discusses one of the tricker factors and what you can do to get it right. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

All of us want to be better photographers, and it seems like the internet is overflowing with methods that claim to help you do that — some legitimate and some not. That being said, there are some dangerous rabbit holes you can go down in this pursuit of improvement, particularly when they involve your wallet. This excellent video essay features an experienced photographer providing a good reminder of what really matters when it comes to becoming a better photographer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Today, at 11:00 AM ET Terry White is doing a live session on all the new features added to the mobile versions of Lightroom and Photoshop, and you know it’s going to rock. You can watch it today, but not until 11:00 am, and if you miss the live broadcast (with live Q&A), you can watch the rebroadcast here, too. Thanks, Terry! Great Photo Tip Friday on Wildlife Photography over on my Other Blog It’s from Juan Pons, and it’s not about settings or gear, but it’s just such a great, simple, and quick (60-seconds) tip that you’ll be glad you watched it. Here’s the link. Have a great weekend, everybody. #GoBucs! –Scott The post What’s New in Lightroom & Photoshop...

Much of commercial photography is about marketing. Agency Access is a service that is aimed at helping commercial photographers market their work efficiently. But how good is it? Here is my review of Agency Access. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

In some genres, flat, even light can be a real boon for the photographer, but in landscape photography, it can rob a scene of the drama created by the interplay between light and shadow and the natural contrasts across the frame. That does not mean you can't create great images in flat light, though. This excellent video tutorial will show you what you need to know. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Artificial intelligence is bringing incredible advances for photographers, from relighting portraits and making people smile, to cleaning up skin and swapping out skies. However, photographers everywhere would beg developers of photo-editing software to harness deep learning to create one simple tool. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Lightroom was one of the first serious photo-editing tools I used when I was getting started with photography, and it’s still a mainstay of my editing workflow. Whether you’re new to Lightroom or a veteran user, there are several unique considerations of the software: some are quirks of the program, while others are more recent changes that can impact your established workflow. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Coleman)