While so many resources about both the technical and logistical sides of photography can be found in books and video tutorials, there are things that only time can teach. Here are some of the things I’d love to whisper to my younger self that might be of help to others as well. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)

When it comes to lenses that punch above their weight, Viltrox is quickly becoming one of the photography world's favorite manufacturers, releasing many ultra-affordable lenses that offer decent or even good performance and image quality despite those rock-bottom prices. Their latest offering, the AF 75mm f/1.2 XF, offers Fujifilm users an ultra-wide aperture paired with a useful focal length. This great video review takes a look at the new lens and the sort of image quality and performance you can expect from it in use. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Want to start the new year with a free tutorial from Fstoppers? All you have to do is help us choose our Photographer of the Year! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The fight for making the best premium portrait lens normally comes down to a few properties: a short telephoto focal length, a wide aperture, stellar sharpness (even wide open), and great bokeh. This lens offers all four of those things, often in spades. Is it the ultimate option for portrait photographers? This excellent video review takes a look. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By David Connel Today’s Photo of the Day is “Play With Me” by David Connel. Location: Yukon Territory, Canada. “I was driving from Anchorage, Alaska, to Haines, Alaska, in late November to photograph the bald eagle congregation,” says Connel. “I pulled over along the highway outside of Haines Junction and these two red foxes approached and started play fighting and running around right in front of me. Whenever the play started to subside, the one with the crazy-looking face would do everything he could to keep the play going.” 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...

With AI being all the rage lately, I thought I would test run a plot generator story of Canon versus Sony. I put in some spicy adjectives and plotted the main storyline: the photographers cross paths at the Imagining USA Nikon booth, and I let AI write a plot that will have you both roaring with laughter and fuming with offense. Grab your popcorn, and enjoy a good laugh. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michelle VanTine)

The post The dPS Top Portrait Photography Tips of 2022 appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Portrait photography is a lot of fun, but mastering lighting, posing, gear choices, and more can seem difficult (even impossible!). Fortunately, over the course of 2022, we published dozens of comprehensive portrait tutorials. Below, we share our absolute best articles, which are guaranteed to jumpstart your portrait imagery as we head into the new year! 1. 6 Portrait Lighting Patterns Every Photographer Should Know 6 Portrait Lighting Patterns Every Photographer Should Know 2. Couple Poses: 21 Posing Ideas for Beautiful Couples Photography Couple Poses: 21 Posing Ideas for Beautiful Couples Photography 3. 15 Portrait Photography Mistakes (And How to...

Many people think of Lightroom as a place for cataloging their photos and doing some light edits and Photoshop as the destination for serious post-processing, but in recent iterations, Lightroom has come a long way in its capabilities. You can now do quite a lot in the application, and this excellent video tutorial will show you 10 such techniques to take your edits furthers. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The new Fujifilm X-T5 mirrorless camera offers some of the company's most advanced features and capabilities, all in the popular and beloved X-T style body. This excellent video review takes a look at the camera and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Along with only a few other luminaries of his generation, Gian Paolo Barbieri helped to create the foundations of modern fashion photography. By pushing fashion photography beyond fashion commerce, the depth of Barbieri’s images forces us to consider them as art as much as commerce. I had the chance to ask Barbieri a few questions about being a pioneer in his field and what it takes to create a legacy. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mark Dunsmuir)

The post The dPS Top Nature and Wildlife Photography Tips of 2022 appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Looking to level up your macro, bird, flower, or wildlife photography heading into 2023? Then check out our top articles published in 2022, covering a wide array of nature-focused subjects, including: Key bird photography settingsThe best macro photography gearInspirational nature photography ideasHow to capture beautiful insect photosMuch more! 1. 10 Essential Bird Photography Camera Settings 10 Essential Bird Photography Camera Settings 2. Bird Photography Settings: The Ultimate Guide Bird Photography Settings: The Ultimate Guide 3. 11 Best Cameras for Macro Photography (2022) 11 Best Cameras for Macro Photography (2022) 4. How to Photograph Snowflakes: A Step-By-Step Guide...

Lightroom has a wide variety of tools for organizing and finding your images, and one of the most useful features is Smart Collections. If you have not yet taken advantage of Smart Collections, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will show you what they are and how to take advantage of them for organizing your photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Fstoppers community is brimming with creative vision and talent. Every day, we comb through your work, looking for images to feature as the Photo of the Day or simply to admire your creativity and technical prowess. In 2022, we're featuring a new photographer every month, whose portfolio represents both stellar photographic achievement and a high level of involvement within the Fstoppers community. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Amy Ames Today’s Photo of the Day is “Bobby Socks Trees” by Amy Ames. Location: Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. “These trees are often photographed in the fall and summer,” says Ames. “I try and shoot them in a different variety each winter when I’m in Yellowstone. This year’s version included lots of hoarfrost. 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 Amy...

When it comes to choice of camera, we have more options than ever, each with an array of powerful and useful features. Sony offers some of the most capable cameras on the market. This video takes a look at Sony's offerings and discusses five reasons why they are worth shooting with. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I'm very much an advocate of the year-in-review photo post as a step on the path to self-improvement. Landscape photographer and YouTuber Mark Denney has an even better idea you should consider, though. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

I don't hide that I'm a Fujifilm fanboy. My last article described how it's the perfect system for me. I purchased two Fujifilm XT-5 camera bodies the day they were released and used them at weddings just a few days later. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Waring)

Canon has continued to plow full speed ahead with their mirrorless camera and lens development. It looks like they have no intention of slowing down either, with a new camera coming in February. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Adding a finishing touch to your photos can be done in many ways. You can do it yourself, or buy presets online and uses the look someone else has made for you and many others. You can also make your own preset from unique post-processing in your favorite editing software. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

The post dPS Weekly Photo Challenge – Best of 2022 appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Our last photo challenge of 2022! When this publishes, it will be the last day of 2022, quite the year… Let’s not dwell. Tag your post here or on social media #dPSWeeklyChallenge and #dPSBestPhotosOf2022 We got a dog. This was her first photo. Her name’s Coco. Yes, my photo is nothing special to likely anyone else but me. We got a dog this year and she’s been a great little addition to the family. This was the first photo I took of her (yep, with my phone) after we brought her home, but it’s also the first time my smallest...