Photography is an artistic pursuit, and yet shares similarities with sports. While fundamentally an individual activity, there is a necessary social component that enhances the experience. How do these two strains interact in our photographic journey? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Adam Matthews)

No matter how meticulously you plan a portrait session, something can still go wrong. This article tells the story of a photoshoot that didn’t go to plan, and why I continued instead of canceling. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kim Simpson)

When choosing a lens, the priorities you might typically have, like sharpness, character, or lens speed, begin to shift dramatically if you have to choose just one. You then start considering versatility above all, searching for a single lens that covers a variety of situations easily. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photography is full of lessons that take years to learn, but what if someone who's already gone through those years shared their insights today? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

One of the best photo labs worldwide, WhiteWall, is expanding its offering with an exclusive partnership with Topaz Labs, making enlarging photos easier than ever when ordering prints. Alongside that, it is launching a Shopify app, making ordering prints easier than ever! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Storytelling in photography can be tricky, often leaving you wondering if you've captured something meaningful or if you're just overthinking the whole idea. Yet, understanding how stories form within an image can significantly improve your photographic approach and ultimately strengthen your pictures. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Color calibration and color checker cards might seem complicated, but they're simpler and less critical than you might think. Getting your color balance right matters, but obsessing over every swatch can often become more trouble than it's worth. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Maria Santos learned to stop looking at faces. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Neewer has released a new contender in their Z series lighting: the Z2 Pro Round Head Flash. Being new to Neewer lighting, once the Nikon-compatible version was released, I grasped the opportunity to put this through its paces in an energetic portrait shoot. Could this be the quality-on-a-budget speedlight I have been looking for? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kim Simpson)

Mastering macro photography opens creative doors beyond traditional outdoor scenes. With controlled techniques and thoughtful setups, even your own living space can transform into a studio, allowing you to produce professional-grade images without elaborate equipment or spacious locations. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

For many, photography starts as mastering camera settings, but true artistry emerges when the technical becomes second nature and creativity takes over. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post What Photographers Can Do with the Synology 8TB BeeStation appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. We have posted many times on the benefits of backing up, external storage vs NAS etc, and we have also spoken many times on the benefit if the Synology NAS, and while it’s true, backing up and storage IS for everybody, not everybody wants or needs to get super complicated with it! A simple solution is something like a directly attached disk, but if you want to go one step better, allowing you much more freedom to backup multiple devices without having to get super-nerdy, maybe this Synology BEE Station is a great option for you to consider? Synology...

Exploring familiar surroundings through photography opens opportunities to rediscover overlooked beauty. Even places you've visited repeatedly can offer new visual stories if approached intentionally with a camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Wedding photographers often debate about lens choices, focusing on a mix of creativity, convenience, and image quality. Choosing a single versatile lens can simplify things, which can ease your workflow and create more opportunities for capturing moments. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Peakto has been a premier Mac app for organizing and finding photo assets, using AI and metadata to quickly find images no matter where you have hidden them. Now, they are adding powerful collaboration tools and tools for pre-editing video, and we know a lot of our readers are also creating videos as well as still images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mel Martin)

Mastering color channels is a powerful Photoshop skill, crucial for achieving precise cutouts and unique creative effects. Channels can significantly elevate your editing capabilities, especially for handling images with intricate details or soft edges. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Meike 85mm f/1.8 Pro AF offers photographers a compact and budget-friendly alternative for capturing striking portraits and detailed telephoto shots. Can it keep up with more expensive options? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The DJI Mini 4 Pro is undeniably a marvel of modern drone technology. It is currently the best compact sub-250 g drone that money can buy. Packed with tons of new features such as omnidirectional obstacle sensing, true vertical shooting, and 4K video recording up to 120 fps, it is clearly designed for creators who demand both performance and portability—and for working professionals like me who prefer a smaller drone for easier flight access in most areas. It's easy to see why it's a popular choice among drone enthusiasts. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Zhen Siang Yang)

The bell above the door hadn't stopped ringing for twenty minutes. It was a Saturday afternoon in March 1985, and Harrison Camera on 47th Street was packed with its usual crowd: wedding photographers arguing about lens choices, art students pawing through used equipment bins, tourists asking endless questions about film types, and the regulars who came not to buy anything but simply to belong somewhere that understood their obsession. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Turning your passion for photography into a full-time career can be more realistic than you might think. Success doesn't hinge on talent or gear but on shifting your mindset and actively creating opportunities. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)