The Fujifilm X Series of mirrorless cameras has become a favorite of many photographers, offering a fantastic blend of tactile shooting experience, professional features, and impressive image quality. The X-S20 is the newest member of the X Series, and it offers a nice balance of capabilities and cost, making it a nice option for many photographers. This great video review takes a look at the camera for photography use and the kind of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Besides the camera and lens, perhaps no piece of equipment is more standard in landscape photography than the tripod. And while a tripod can help ensure you get the best image quality possible, it does not come without drawbacks. So, do you really need a tripod, or would you be better off without one? This excellent video essay discusses the issue. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photoshop is a tremendously complex and multilayered program, and as such, it can be easy to overlook some of its less obvious features. Blend if is one such feature, but despite its somewhat hidden location, it is one of the most of useful tools at your disposal. This fantastic video tutorial will show you everything you need to know about Blend if, including how it works and some of its most useful applications. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

We all practice photography as much as we can, but how often do you consider how you approach your practice? More focused and purposeful practice can yield better results in less time, and one of the best ways to go about that is with a project. This fantastic video essay features an experienced photographer discussing the power of projects and offering some great ideas you can try out yourself. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post dPS Bi-Weekly Photo Challenge – From Where I Stand appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Your challenge this week is to take a photograph from ‘where you stand’ include your feet, and make it creative. Make it a series (up to 5 images) if you like. Last challenge was a little tricky for some, timing and such, but this challenge ANYONE can pull off. As usual it needs to be a new photo, you can post it in the comments below or over on our Facebook Group – details how to share, below the photos below. These are my photos – My Morning and My Afternoon. #dPSFromWhereIStand Make sure you include the hashtags #dPSWeeklyChallenge and...

Photographing a friend's wedding sounds like a blast. Is it really worth it, though? Make sure to consider these things before making a decision. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jada Parrish)

Photography is an art form that constantly evolves, and with the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) software, many professional photographers now face a common question: Should they fear AI in photography? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Strauss)

Sooner or later, every filmmaker starts to understand the magic of manual focus. The SmallRig F60 Modular Follow Focus is a tool to help you keep things sharp. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

As new technology emerges, file formats like JPEG, PNG, and TIFF may no longer be the best options for photographers. Let's take a look at some potential replacements. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Parker)

Ultra-wide angle zoom lenses are quite useful in a variety of different genres and applications. Professional models usually have an f/2.8 aperture, but in recent years, we have seen an influx of high-quality f/4 options that offer reduced size and weight and far lower prices. One such option is the Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S, and this great video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The golden hour, a cherished time for photographers, offers breathtaking opportunities at both sunrise and sunset. While both moments provide stunning lighting conditions, there is something truly magical about sunrise photography. This article explores the top five reasons why sunrise photography shines brighter than its counterpart, sunset photography, why many choose to set their alarm at a ridiculous hour, leave their warm bed, and head out into the darkness with their camera bags packed with both certainty and uncertainty. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Darren Spoonley)

If you're not sick of seeing the term "AI", you may have been off-grid for a while. Nevertheless, this inevitable but interesting application of Adobe Photoshop Beta's AI is worth a look. "Fix it in post" could have a far broader scope now. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

There are likely north of a billion portrait images in existence, and so, capturing an audience for your shot is absurdly difficult without having a preexisting following. Nevertheless, it's certainly possible, and I wondered what exactly makes a portrait resonate with me and if it is the same for others. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Mark Zukerberg and the people over at Meta have just launched the new Instagram-adjacent app, Threads, which sees scores of photographers jumping ship from Twitter. Here, we unpack our initial thoughts on the new contender on the social scene. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kim Simpson)

Do you have a lens, camera, or a drone that you no longer need or use? Reluctant to sell via online marketplaces? Perhaps it's time for an upgrade and you want to earn some extra money to put towards the latest and greatest gear. MPB values your camera, and I will show you how. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Greg Sheard)

We live in an age of instant gratification, and as such, it can be hard to have the patience it takes to develop and master a skill over the course of several years, and photography certainly is not immune to that. There is a temptation to throw money at the problem, and while that shiny new camera or lens will certainly be fun to play with, it will not make you a better photographer. This insightful video discusses seven reasons why. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I'm a sucker for panoramic cameras. Over the last decade, I've shot on my share, having spent more than I should have on a collection of various bodies. They've followed me to space shuttle launches, riots, out the back of aircraft, and to the White House. But as the world shifted to digital, the number of functional panoramic film cameras out there in the wild has dwindled, driving the prices through the roof. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by CS Muncy)

The July 2023 issue of Photoshop User is now live on the KelbyOne site and the KelbyOne app for iOS and Android. In this issue we give you a summer refresher that will have your Photoshop type skills radiating off the page, plus a look at the latest updates to Lightroom mobile, perfecting selections for Generative Fill, creating a sparkler effect, using Generative Fill to build an underwater mermaid scene, exploring the PortraitPro 23 plug-in, and so much more! This issue’s cover image by KelbyOne member George Peters Current KelbyOne members can log into their account to access the new issue, or you can visit https://kelbyone.com/magazine to sign up and start reading today. KelbyOne Pro members have access to more than 120 back issues of Photoshop User magazine all the way...

Feeling uninspired or like there is nothing worth photographing can be a very frustrating place to be in, and it is not always clear how to find your creative spark once again. The truth is that there is always something to photograph, but often, the problem is how we are approaching things. If you are struggling with your creativity right now, check out this fantastic video tutorial that shares a range of useful ideas and advice for getting back on track. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

With their latest updates to Lightroom and Photoshop, Adobe has shown that they are serious about extending their software with AI capabilities. I was already impressed by the new Noise Reduction in Lightroom. And as Nick Page shows in this video, Photoshop also has a new, impressive AI feature. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)