Affordable lenses are abundant in 2024, offering excellent value and quality. Let's explore some top budget lens choices for your mirrorless cameras with APS-C sensors. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Lighting is crucial in photography, and learning how to use it effectively can elevate your images significantly. This video covers five dramatic lighting setups using just one light source, designed to help you create stunning, impactful images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Canon EOS 60D was much derided on its release in 2010 for "dumbing down" the venerable xxD lineup compared to its predecessor, the semi-pro 50D. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

There are all kinds of female poses out there that can make or break an image. So experimenting with different posing techniques to keep your images diverse is important. When it comes to portrait photography, capturing the beauty and essence of women is an art form. It combines creativity and technique. So we delve into various female poses that celebrate the natural grace of the subjects. eBook Profit from Portraits Unlock the secrets to stunning portrait photography with this in-depth eBook:Master professional portrait photographyLearn how to make a living shooting portraitsAdd new dimensions to your portraits with advanced lighting techniques Shop  Offers × Profit from Portraits Deals (second hand) Check Price (second hand) Check Price Buy Now! If you buy a product...

Summer is here, and with it has come some incredible savings available to you. Our friends at BH Photo are currently advertising this brilliant camera with $500 off. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Greg Sheard)

Cameras today boast an impressive range of megapixels, with some models offering 60 megapixels. But do you really need that many megapixels? For most people, a 24-megapixel camera might be more than enough. Let's break down the different scenarios to help you figure out which camera fits your needs, potentially saving you money. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you want to learn how to blur the background in Lightroom, you have come to the right place. This article will guide you through Lightroom’s easiest background blur methods. Lightroom continues to add cutting-edge tools, allowing easier and more customizable background blur tools. This means you do not have to take your photos to Photoshop for expert levels of control. Lightroom is the best digital editing software for creating a quick background blur.  Do I Need Background Blur?  Creating a blurred background is a stylistic choice that puts all the attention on the subject in the foreground. It is useful for many reasons, from blocking our boring or distracting backgrounds to making the subject look sharper.  Background blur is created...

Street photography is full of opinions, and you've probably heard advice that can hinder your progress. By the end of this video, you'll know some of the most controversial advice you can get and what to do instead to boost your creativity and take better photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Here are some tips and tricks I have learned about couple poses. As a portrait photographer, one of my favorite types of work is couples photography. So, here’s a list of 45 great sample poses to try! These photography tips will help you guide your couples in your next portrait photoshoot. Whether you’re doing poses for wedding photography, engagement pictures, or a couple’s photoshoot for friends, you’ll help them express their love. Shot with a Canon EOS 5D Mark III. 135mm, f/3.2, 1/8,000 s, ISO 320. Maria Budanova   45 Best Couple Poses for Portrait Photography You can give your couple these posing instructions throughout their photoshoot. Feel free to show them reference pictures to help them recreate these poses. Not every...

Incredible space photos like those from NASA don't look as stunning straight out of the telescope. They need significant processing, and a crucial part of that is sharpening. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Being a photographer for more than a decade, this is probably the shortest love story I have with camera gear, pushing the definition of a love-hate relationship to the next level. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Zhen Siang Yang)

Landscape photography can be tricky, especially when your raw files look flat compared to what you see with your eyes. Understanding how to process these files can turn your photos from dull to stunning. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Willie Nelson has played the same Martin N-20 nylon-string acoustic guitar since 1969. Serial number 242830. The instrument is an eternal flame of creative freedom, one of a kind and beautiful — just like Willie. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Adam Welch)

The post How to Pose Bands: The Ultimate Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Anabel DFlux. Getting the opportunity to photograph your favorite band might sound like a dream come true – but it could quickly turn into a disaster if you don’t know what you’re doing! Not all bands know how to pose or position themselves for photographs, and it’s your job as a photographer to direct them. So before you have a crisis (or a failed photoshoot), give this guide a read. I explain how you can successfully set up a promotional band shoot, and I explain the ins and outs of posing bands and solo musicians in a variety of scenarios. Let’s dive...

Lenses with a wide-open aperture of f/1.4 or wider are something of an addiction for many photographers. They bring a unique look and feel to images, adding depth and separation from the background. Understanding the value and potential pitfalls of these lenses can help you make better choices in your photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Capturing wildlife in the Arctic is both challenging and rewarding. The extreme conditions and stunning scenery offer unique opportunities for photography. An insane 1200mm lens can help, though. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Stock photo sites are a godsend whether you are starting your own business or need a single image to spice up a document. You don’t have to worry about setting up your own photoshoot! Even if you only need something simple, stock image websites save you a ton of time and effort. This article looks at the best stock photo sites from the point of view of contributors and buyers. With a contributor’s eye, we examine how beneficial the sites are for photographers looking to make money. And with a buyer’s eye, we show you which sites are best for those wanting to purchase stock images.  Shutterstock tops our list of the best stock photo websites. Fair commission rates make it...

Getting the right shot can be challenging but rewarding. Here's how to find one in an imperfect place. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Today, we are looking at Lightroom lens correction tools. Adobe Lightroom is an all-in-one editing and organization software for photographers. This digital editing software includes various ways to correct images, from cropping to lens correction.  Lightroom lens correction is as simple as it gets. Adobe provides an automatic function and a more in-depth manual function to fine-tune your edits. This article will cover all options and adjustments for lens corrections.  What is Lens Correction? Photographers need lens correction adjustments as optic construction has flaws. Lenses have different imperfections depending on their construction, focal length, and glass.  The most common issues you will encounter are distortion, perspective, chromatic aberration, and vignetting. These issues can distort the scene in front of the camera,...

It's easy to fall into repetitive patterns, applying the same edits over and over. This video shares four creative tips to break out of that rut and achieve unique results in Lightroom. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)