In 1980, philosopher Roland Barthes published a book that would shift our understanding of photography. Drawing on Barthes' words, Jamie Windsor asks the question: How much control do we have over our photographs? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

The post 6 Times Photoshop Is Better Than Lightroom [Video] appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Lightroom is a fantastic editing program, but should you use it for every edit? Or is Photoshop sometimes the better choice? In the video below, landscape photographer Mark Denney tackles these questions head-on. Denney explains how he incorporates Photoshop into his own workflow, and he lists the six times he always turns to Photoshop over Lightroom. So if you’re wondering whether Photoshop is really necessary, I highly recommend you hear what Denney has to say. And when you’re done, leave a comment on this article letting us know whether you agree or disagree with Denney’s recommendations! The post 6...

When the pandemic started, as a professor I had a plan to record all of my lectures in a professional-style studio setup with proper mics, lighting, background, etc. While it was mostly kids and life that got in the way of doing it that way, a huge factor was also the complexity of setting up all the necessary equipment to make it happen. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

The post 10 Flower Photography Tips for Gorgeous Results appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Anne McKinnell. Are you looking to capture stunning flower photography? You’ve come to the right place! In this article, I’m going to take you through plenty of tips and tricks for gorgeous flower shots. Specifically, I’ll explain: The best light for flower photographyA simple way to create a beautiful soft-focus effectMy secret for amazing foregroundsMuch more! So if you’re ready to improve your photos, then let’s get started. 1. Photograph flowers on an overcast day Did you know that overcast skies are perfect for photographing flowers? It’s true. The soft light of an overcast day complements the delicate petals – plus, there...

For a lot of us, making the move from passionate hobbyist to professional is a dream, but the road there is anything but straight and easy to navigate. If you are ready to start making some income from your photography, this excellent video tutorial will give you some helpful advice to increase your chances of finding success. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A couple in Alabama were left shocked after Amazon delivered an empty box instead of the Sony a1 worth $7,000 that they ordered — and then refused to give them a refund. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

This is another brief story about the possibility of progress over the course of a photography career. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Henri Cartier-Bresson is one of the greatest photographers of all time. What is it that gave him his style, and how would you go about recreating it? This video tries to find out. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

A good landscape photograph is about more than just an interesting subject and a proper exposure. A good landscape photo is able to capture and keep the viewer's attention by telling a story and evoking feelings. This excellent video essay discusses just what it is that makes a good landscape photograph and how to make them yourself. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has leapt into photography, and as usual, Olympus cameras lead the way with these new technologies. Great for enticing new photographers into our art, it simplifies capturing images. However, as AI takes its first big steps into photography, will it boost overall sales? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

As a professional commercial photographer, most of my purchases are made as investments. Sadly, not all of them have been, but the general ethos is that I have to invest in my photography to stay relevant in my career choice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Scott Choucino)

Photo By Gary Fua Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Charmed” by Gary Fua. Location: Bonsai Rock, Lake Tahoe, Nevada. 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 Fua appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Photoshop is a very complex and intricate program, and it can feel a bit overwhelming when you are new to photography and just starting to learn how to use it. If you are new to the program and wondering how to get started, check out this excellent video tutorial that will get you on the right track in no time. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A superzoom lens can be tremendously convenient and useful in any situation where you need a lot of focal lengths at the same time or want to avoid changing lenses due to the environment. For Nikon mirrorless shooters, there is the 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR lens, and this excellent video review takes a look at the kind of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Glamour Posing Guide: 21 Sample Poses to Get You Started appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Darren Rowse. Looking for glamour photography poses that’ll give stunning results? In this article, I’m going to share 21 glamour pose ideas. You’ll find a pose or two for every model – and you can also have fun tweaking the ideas to fit your subject’s interests. Now, some of the ideas below are nude poses – after all, posing for nudes is a part of glamour photography. But if nudes don’t interest you, that’s completely okay; feel free to skip past. So without further ado, let me share the poses you can use for your glamour portraits, starting with:...

Portrait photography can be a real challenge given all the factors you need to balance simultaneously, and the two that often give photographers some of the greatest difficulties are posing and composition. If those are factors you tend to struggle with, check out this helpful video tutorial that follows a photographer on a shoot while offering a range of useful tips to improve your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

One of the most cliché phrases about gear in photography is that it doesn’t matter. I think that’s a very big misunderstanding that needs to be cleared up. Sure, there are times gear doesn’t matter, but sometimes, it does matter and does have a direct impact on what you can produce. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

When you are new to photography, there is a lot to learn and practice, and it can be easy to go wrong and make a mistake. This excellent video tutorial discusses 10 mistakes beginner photographers commonly make and how you can avoid or fix them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VXD is a new addition to the company's lineup, and it offers a very versatile focal length range. This excellent video takes a first look at the new lens and how it performs. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When Adobe Lightroom separated into two clients, there was a lot of confusion over which was the right one for each person. In this video, we get some insight into the differences between the two. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)