In 2013, Tamron released the SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD, which became a runaway hit for the company, offering access to extreme focal lengths at a much more affordable price than before. In the decade since, 150-600mm lenses have exploded on the market, with many options available. This excellent video review takes a look at one such option, the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports, and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The more often a task is repeated, the more deeply it gets embedded in the brain. This is key for long-term learning. When it’s truly necessary to master a concept, do it over and over and over. It’s with this in mind, I present a challenge in this week’s tip to mix it up. Hopefully it will motivate you to get into the field and give it a spin. It’s based on the idea of motion. There are many aspects of this concept, hence the challenge. Are you up for it? With each photo or set of photos, I offer information that relates to different aspects of motion. To master just a single type is a challenge unto itself, so I...

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah, everybody! I know some folks (like me) are scrambling to get a last-minute Holiday gift or two. If the photographer on your Holiday gift list is a Lightroom user, I hope you might consider giving them a One-Year KelbyOne Pro Membership (you’re giving them the gift of education) because have a ton of Lightroom training they would love. Check out this video from me about KelbyOne and you’ll see why this would makes a perfect gift for photographers, Photoshop, and Lightroom users. It’s just a few minutes, but you’ll learn so much about being a member, and what makes us stand out from the rest. Give a quick look. They’ll have access to more than 900...

The post 6 Creative Landscape Photography Ideas appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Bond. Do you feel like your landscape photography has become a bit…blah? Maybe you’ve been taking the same type of photo over and over again or your landscape shots look like everyone else’s. Regardless, one of the easiest ways to get out of a creative rut is to try something completely new, and that’s where this article comes in handy. Below, I share six ideas for creative landscape photography. Some of the ideas are easy and can be done with minimal equipment and experience, while other ideas are more advanced and may take some gear and practice – but all of them are...

2022 has been quite the year for the industry, with a variety of impressive cameras and lenses making their way to the market. 2023 looks like it will be another exciting year, with a lot to come from all the big players in the industry. This great video essay discusses what we can expect from the likes of Canon, Nikon, Sony, and more. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Many photographers find themselves spending hours in Lightroom performing many of the same tasks over and over, and as such, taking the time to make your workflow as efficient as possible will pay off in the long run. This excellent video tutorial features 10 of the most useful keyboard shortcuts in Lightroom to help you complete your edits more quickly. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Adobe ruled the waves for image processing. However, evermore people are jumping that ship in favor of alternative methods. Most have similar functions, and each has its advantages and disadvantages. If you are thinking about changing, here are some alternative combined digital asset management, photo development, and editing options. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Do you think your editing skills can match the pros? Check out these five masking techniques that the pros use in Photoshop to see if you're as skilled as you think you might be. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

The post 7 Tips to Enhance Your Outdoor Fashion Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kunal Malhotra. If you’re looking to break into fashion photography, outdoor photoshoots are a great starting point. After all, they don’t require studio space or fancy (and expensive) lighting, plus you can spice up your compositions with all sorts of interesting architectural and natural elements. But while outdoor fashion photography can look amazing, it can be pretty difficult to get right, especially if you have no prior portraiture experience. Even if you have a great model and an expensive setup, you’ll probably struggle to get pro-level results – unless you know the right techniques. I’m a veteran fashion photographer, and in...

Certain tools, including lenses, are often intended to be used in specific ways. However, by working in an unintended manner, you can create something unique and unexpected. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

Photo By Bill Sisson Today’s Photo of the Day is “Ricketts Glen Fall” by Bill Sisson. Location: Ricketts Glen State Park, Pennsylvania. “Ricketts Glen State Park features more than 20 waterfalls along hiking trails,” explains Sisson. “This is Ganoga Falls, the tallest waterfall in the park. I took this image in the pouring rain on a foggy morning as leaves were changing to their autumn colors.” 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...

One of the most challenging aspects of landscape photography is that we have no control over the light or the conditions. And while bad light and weather can be frustrating to experience, you should not let them stop you from making photos. This excellent video tutorial will show you how to create compelling landscape images even when the light and weather are not cooperating. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Samyang has long had a reputation for producing sharp and highly affordable manual focus lenses, but in recent years, they have expanded into autofocus options while still keeping them at highly competitive prices. One of their most impressive lenses is the AF 135mm f/1.8 FE, which combines a useful portrait focal length with a very wide maximum aperture. This excellent video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I took a look at Radiant Photo when it first came out in September. I found it a capable editor, aimed mostly using AI to improve your color and the overall look of shadows, highlights, and other image parameters. It uses a pixel-by-pixel approach, which the developers claim gives you more creative control of the final result. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mel Martin)

Do you know what the Luminance slider in Lightroom does and why it's so important that you do? Sure, you can slide it left and right and watch your image change before your eyes, but do you actually know what's happening and why this slider is so powerful? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

When I was working in the photo industry in the late 90s and early 00s, Nikon was king. Canon was already a close second or even considered the leading brand, depending on which photographer one spoke with. Both companies offered a robust selection of lenses, advanced camera bodies, and excellent autofocus systems. And then there were the outlier brands, like Minolta, Olympus, and Pentax, all who made some wonderful cameras, but were not nearly as popular as tools for professionals. Minolta was, perhaps, one of the most adventurous camera makers. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

There are a lot of ways for a photographer to make a composition. Although some won’t like to accept it, the rule of third often fits quite nicely. But no matter what you use as a basis for composition, we always use negative space. Most of us just don’t realize it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

Photo By Larry Holder Today’s Photo of the Day is “Snowy Geese” by Larry Holder. Location: Decatur, Illinois. “This photo was taken through my home window overlooking a small lake,” says Holder. “An unexpected spring snow shower resulted in this photo of Canadian geese.” 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 Larry Holder appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

As a sub-genre of landscape photography, forest work shares a lot of similarities with its larger parent genre, but there are some distinct differences one must be aware of to create the best possible shots. If you would like to improve your forest imagery, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will show you three helpful tips sure to improve your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Would you like to capture stunning black and white street photos? Just follow these 8 iPhone street photography tips… and you’ll be taking incredible black and white street photos with the only camera that’s always in your pocket! 1. Shoot In Black & White Did you know the iPhone camera lets you shoot in black and white? Most people shoot in color and convert to black and white later. But for the best results, you should shoot in black and white. (Don’t worry, you can always convert the photo back to color later!) So why shoot your street photos in black and white? Well, there are certain elements that make a black and white photo successful… light, shadows, patterns, shapes, lines,...