As artists, we tend to channel our time and energy into becoming better at our craft. We learn more complex lighting setups, take advanced classes in retouching, buy the latest “must-have” gadgets, and try to bring it all together to improve our skills. We do it all because we have a fundamental belief that, “If I am the best, I will be the most successful”. Have you ever found yourself doing that, pouring months, and sometimes years into ameliorating your craft, but you still have not seen the corresponding financial or opportunity growth you expected? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michelle VanTine)

Learn about storytelling through Fan Ho’s masterful photographic techniques. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kim Simpson)

While you can show up to a waterfall with just a camera and a dream, you likely won't walk away with professional-looking images. You'll need a few items and techniques to turn those dreams into reality so you can walk away with world-class images for your portfolio. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Armitage)

The Fujifilm GFX 100 II medium format mirrorless camera takes what Fujifilm established with previous GF series models and adds a bevy of new features and upgrades that make it all the more appealing, all while maintaining that highly competitive price that makes it a reasonable alternative to full frame for many professionals. Can it match those impressive specs in real-world usage? This excellent video review takes a look at the performance and image quality you can expect from the camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Win $1000 In Our Biggest Photo Contest Yet! Hello Fstoppers Community! It has been a while since Lee and Patrick have sat down and critiqued your best images, but fear not, we have been planning the biggest photography contest we have ever hosted on Fstoppers! Each month we will release a new contest and theme for our Critique the Community Contest. We will still be giving away free tutorials from the Fstoppers Store but we are also going to be giving away much bigger prizes from some of the industry's hottest companies. Our goal is to not only give valuable advice on how you can improve your own photography but we also want... [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lee...

Whether hobbyist or professional, photography can be a pursuit that takes up a lot of your time and energy, and when you finally put the camera down, you might not have the desire to pick it up again for a while. That can be a mistake, though, as you possess a special set of skills that put you in a position to document your life and the lives of your family and friends. This great video essay discusses the importance of doing just that. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Without much fanfare, Canon showed off a prototype consumer 360/180 VR camera shortly after Apple's reveal of its Vision Pro VR headset in June. Now, we have a better idea of what's under the hood. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

I had the privilege of observing people I greatly admire making a living doing what they love. At the outset of my career, my friend, Dago, who directed tour videos for artists like Madonna, Ricky Martin, Celine Dion, Pink, and many others, noticed my keen interest in pursuing a creative path. He observed me closely, even as I occasionally posed some rather absurd questions. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Walid Azami)

With all of the advances in camera tech these days, it’s easy to get confused when thinking about which camera to buy or which camera to upgrade to! There are a plethora of reviews, videos, and opinions out there on which camera is best for you. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Darren Spoonley)

What are your editing workspace essentials, and how much impact do they have on how efficient and/or comfortable you are when you do post-production? Here are some tools that might give your workflow a boost. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)

There are a few things that make life as a photographer much easier. Here are some simple changes I made that you might consider adopting to help you capture the shot. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Both the Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 AF and Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary offer Fujifilm X Series users approximately 35mm full frame equivalent focal lengths in tandem with very wide maximum apertures, making them versatile options for a variety of applications. That being said, Fujifilm's new 40-megapixel sensor can be quite demanding. Can these lenses keep up? This excellent video comparison takes a look at the performance and image quality you can expect. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

One of the most frequently discussed topics in any film photography Facebook group is traveling with film. Newbies and old hands alike will share experiences of transiting through various airports, detailing their success rate of asking for hand checks of their film with security staff. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Matt Murray)

Fall is one of the most exciting times of year for landscape photographers, with vibrant colors abounding and numerous photo opportunities waiting everywhere you turn. Along with skills behind the camera, it takes a good edit to create a polished fall photo. This helpful video tutorial features an experienced landscape photographer sharing some lesser-known tips and tools for creating compelling fall images that pop off the screen using Lightroom. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Do you love camera gear? Have you recently come into a large sum of money you don't know how to spend? How about the opportunity to own one of the world's most expensive cameras ever sold at auction? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Parker)

Every now and then, the opportunities for creativity can be found right under your nose, or in your own backyard, in this case. I turned my backyard into a photo studio to create wild conceptual images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jada Parrish)

TTArtisan has recently announced a 500mm f/6.3 lens for Sony E Mount, Leica L Mount, Nikon Z Mount, and Canon RF Mount, and it is only $329! So, what is the catch? In this video by Olle Nilsson, he reviews this lens and explains the positives and negatives. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Greg Sheard)

Imagine the moment your computer stops working. It contains thousands of photos and a Lightroom Classic catalog. Imagine if all the work and effort you put into it is gone. The risk can be minimized when you take care of four or five things. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

Here are five tips that will spark your creativity. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

Color grading is a science, and it can take professionals years to perfect. With so many variables in the mix, is this something that you would want to try for yourself? What if there was a plugin that could take out the time involved in the matching of colors over a series of images using a reference image, and in doing so, allow you to get the results you are seeking without as many hoops to jump through? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)