The post Bird Photography: 10 Tips for Beautiful Images appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Prathap DK. Looking to capture stunning photos of birds? While bird photography can often seem daunting, it’s actually pretty easy – once you get the hang of it. In this article, I’ll share everything you need to know for stunning bird pictures, including: The best camera equipment for action-packed bird shotsThe perfect bird photography lightingSimple tips to improve your compositionsPlenty of bird photography examplesMuch, much more! So if you’re ready to become an expert, let’s dive right in, starting with my first tip: 1. Don’t obsess about equipment Talk to any beginner bird photographer, and they’ll likely mention equipment such as ultra-fast...

Financial results are one thing and pundit commentary another; however, there is nothing like hearing it directly from the horse's mouth. So, how does Nikon think they are doing? Hear what they've got to say. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mike Smith)

Since photography prices range all over the spectrum, it can be difficult to understand your pricing placement. Am I charging enough for the work or am I severely undercharging? There is a way to gauge your fees for the beginner photographer, and it works like this. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Walid Azami)

5DayDeal is back with one of their biggest photography bundles yet. You can spend only $157 and get over $5,000 in tools and education from industry leaders. This year, Fstoppers is launching a brand new tutorial, Portrait Retouching: Capture One and Photoshop, as part of the pro add-on bonus. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Strauss)

We've always had a huge admiration for Quentin Decaillet's beauty and portrait work which is why we teamed up with him to create Portrait Retouching: Capture One and Photoshop. For the next few days, you can get Quentin's brand new tutorial along with dozens of other photography resources for 97% off. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Strauss)

A while ago, I received the Haida NanoPro Mist Black 1/4 filter. Since that time, I’ve been using the filter for some landscape photography, for portraits, and during a wedding. In this article, I will share my thoughts. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

Creating a compelling landscape photo often takes just as much work in the editing process as it does behind the camera, and there are many ways to go about getting the look you want. This awesome video tutorial will show you five useful editing tricks for working in Lightroom that will make your workflow more efficient and help you craft better images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you are photographing weddings, going to start photographing them, or are interested in trying it out, bridal portraits are crucial to your success. In this video, watch behind-the-scenes of three different bridal portrait sessions and see how these excellent images were made. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Fujifilm has been dominating the instant camera market for quite some time now. The Instax division from Fujifilm is its most profitable sector when it comes to the photography industry. However, a familiar brand called Polaroid is once again on the rise and aims to take its place back on top of the market. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

It's maybe time to let go of everything you know, take on board new beliefs, and change the course of your photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Learning how to work with off-camera flash can be a daunting task, and there are a lot of places where things can go wrong. If you are learning how to work with off-camera flash, this fantastic video tutorial will show you three common mistakes people make with it and how to fix them or avoid them entirely. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By David Connel Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Autumn Mirror” by David Connel. Location: Caddo Lake, Texas/Louisiana border. “This year I chose a unique ecosystem to photograph fall colors,” explains Connel. “Rather than take the stereotypical photos of fall colors in the mountains, I chose to photograph the swamps and bayous of Caddo Lake. This required miles of kayaking among the cypress trees. By choosing small groups of trees as my subject, I could select the perspective and backdrop in my images. Water current and debris made maneuvering the kayak into the proper position difficult. A big thanks to my wife for all the work she did maneuvering our tandem kayak into the proper position to capture my images....

Filmmaking at a decent level has been opened up to the masses over the last decade or so, with cameras that boast great video specs being available at all price points. This video breaks down one filmmaker's top five cameras for filmmaking that are under $1,000. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The post Portrait Crop: The Ultimate Guide to Cropping Portraits Like a Pro appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Gina Milicia. Portrait photographers are obsessed with lighting, subjects, clothing, and hair, yet cropping often goes ignored. And that’s a mistake. With the right portrait crop, you can elevate an image from mediocre to beautiful, and it only takes a handful of seconds. Of course, there is an art to cropping (you can’t just hack away with a crop tool and expect great results!), but that’s where this article comes in handy. As an experienced portrait shooter, I’ve spent years developing my style, working with subjects, studying the masters, and discovering the types of crops that work –...

Sony's latest lens, the FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II, is here, and it brings with it a ton of improvements over the original, making it an intriguing option for a wide range of applications, from wedding shooters to bird photographers and more. This excellent video review takes a first look at the new lens and the sort of image quality and performance you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Sony's ZV-E10 is an affordable and versatile camera aimed squarely at content creators and meant to produce quality photos and videos in an efficient and easy manner. This excellent video review takes a look at the camera and how it performs in real-world usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

We Are Lady Parts, the story of an all-Muslim-female punk band in London, is a groundbreaking collaboration between creator Nida Manzoor and cinematographer Diana Olifirova. Not only is the plot compelling and refreshing, but Olifirova and Manzoor also use a variety of filmmaking techniques to develop character, move the story along, and visually excite their audience. I had a chance to speak with Olifirova about putting Manzoor’s project on screen. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mark Dunsmuir)

Photographing a couple from up close can drastically change the way your image feels. Getting up close with a wide angle lens creates a sense of action and aliveness that draws the viewer in. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pye Jirsa)

Congratulations to Kevin King for winning the Light And Shadows Assignment with the image, “Be Still.” 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 Light And Shadows Assignment Winner Kevin King appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Photo By Max Foster Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Valley in the Clouds” by Max Foster. Location: Alaska. “Dispersing fog reveals the stunning colors of the arctic autumn and the jagged peaks in the distance,” describes Foster. 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 Max Foster appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff