The term Chiaroscuro (pronounced kee-AR-ə-SKYUR-oh) has been around since the Renaissance. Primarily used in paintings and woodcuts, it evolved into the photographic world. It comes from the Italian for light/dark. It relates to how contrasts of bright highlights and heavy dark shadows intermingle and share edges. Mostly reserved for very strong contrasts, it also relates to the play of dark upon light or vice-versa to create three-dimensionality on two-dimensional surfaces. Photographically, it applies to landscapes, portraiture, black and white, interiors, architecture, motion pictures, etc. Study the low light scenes in cinematography, especially some of the old classics, and it abounds. The origins of chiaroscuro in photography developed with portraiture. It’s most commonly associated with Rembrandt lighting made famous by the painter...

Like it or not, social media is one of the primary means of disseminating your work and communicating with potential clients nowadays. As such, it is important for photographers to know how to effectively engage with it and leverage it for finding customers and advancing their careers. This great video presentation features a photographer who is highly successful on various social media platforms sharing some of what made her successful and offering some helpful advice so you can do the same. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

CP+ 2023 recently wrapped up, and at it, the photo world was able to glimpse some of the most exciting cameras and lenses yet to come from some of the world's biggest manufacturers. Here is some of what you can expect next from Fujifilm. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Price lists can be dangerous, but they can also be great. How do you know if you should reveal your hand and have one displayed on your website? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Joe Lenton)

Visiting beautiful locations for landscape photography can be quite rewarding. Often these, are one-time occasions. If you want to visit the same location more than once, you have to look for something close. This article is about making a long-term series of photos of one location. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

The post 7 Best Street Photography Documentaries in 2023 appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. Looking for street photography advice and inspiration? Then I highly recommend watching a documentary on history’s best street photographers. In my experience, following renowned shooters as they capture life will help expand your ideas, and it will reveal a variety of techniques and approaches to try. Additionally, after learning about the incredible life and work of a master like Henri Cartier-Bresson, you’ll want to grab your camera and immediately head out to take photos! But which street photography documentary should you view? Fortunately, we have a wealth of films available on various online platforms. Below, I’ve shared my seven favorites,...

Photography is quite literally painting with light. As such, it’s important for a photographer to be able to see and shape light. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

While clear blue skies are happy times for many people, for landscape photographers, they can be a source of significant frustration. That swath of monotonous blue can remove a large chunk of visual interest from a scene and make it difficult to create compelling images. Before you pack up your gear and head back to the car, though, check out this great video tutorial that will show you some helpful tips and techniques for dealing with those boring skies and still coming home with effective photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Gary Nack Today’s Photo of the Day is “Dolomiti Straordinaria!” by Gary Nack. Location: Italian Alps. “At the end of a very foggy sunrise, I looked to my right to see a sliver of golden light through the clouds,” describes Nack. “As I hurriedly moved my tripod into a new position, the clouds suddenly parted exposing this beautiful scene. I managed to capture a few pics before it quickly disappeared into the mist and fog once again.” 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...

The 70-200mm f/2.8 lens is one of the classic workhorses in countless photographers bags, suitable for a huge range of genres and scenarios. As such, you can often expect top-shelf performance out of professional 70-200mm f/2.8 lenses. For Sony shooters, there is the FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II, and this excellent video review takes a quick look at the image quality and performance you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Fujifilm's Instax line of instant film cameras have long been popular for reinvigorating the genre with some modern features while still allowing users to take part in the fun of instant film, all at very reasonable prices. The new Instax Mini 12 is here, and it brings with it an updated design and a range of new features. This great video review takes a look at the new camera and the kind of performance you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post The Canon EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II: Which Will Come First? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. For years, Canon users have discussed the “EOS R1” camera, a flagship mirrorless model that promises to pack a high-resolution sensor, lightning-fast shooting, and excellent recording capabilities into a single body. But while the EOS R1 camera does seem to be a genuine product in the Canon pipeline, its release timeline has been repeatedly delayed.  Then there’s the EOS R5 Mark II, the rumored successor to the incredible (and incredibly popular) EOS R5, which debuted back in July 2020 alongside the EOS R6. Since the EOS R5’s release, we’ve seen the launch of an...

It is easy to look at modern digital cameras and forget just how spoiled we really are. After all, the latest generation of cameras make it almost impossible to miss the shot. Even a decade ago, digital cameras were far less capable, and if you turn back the clock three decades, digital models had barely just come into existence. This fun retro review takes a look at one such camera, the Apple Quicktake 100. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

In last week’s article, I discussed three mistakes to avoid when building a career as a photographer or filmmaker. Today, let’s look into three broader concepts that you might want to lean into. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Despite the deep-freeze of a cold January day, a lone photographer moved swiftly through the graffiti-covered halls of what was once a bustling psychiatric center in the heart of Long Island in New York. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

Katelyn James answers the most common questions she gets about the Canon R6. She's done a ton of videos on the R6, but there are still more questions here that get answered. Like, are low megapixels an issue with the R6? This is the video to watch. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Peter Morgan)

Photo By Bob Faucher Today’s Photo of the Day is “Singular Perspective” by Bob Faucher. Location: Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah. “A photographer positions himself on a ledge overlooking Bryce Canyon in the early blue hour of morning to be able to capture unique, unobstructed views of the first light of dawn on the hoodoos,” describes Faucher. 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 Bob Faucher appeared...

“After a heavy snow last year on the Front Range of northern Colorado, I went to check on a nesting pair of bald eagles,” recalls Arthur Trevino. “This one was perched on a bare cottonwood tree. I pulled my car over and waited for it to fly off. When it did, I followed it with my camera, firing away as it dove to grab a prairie dog. It missed and landed a few feet away. The prairie dog turned around and lunged at the eagle and startled it, which gave the prairie dog time to scamper away to its burrow and live another day.” See more of Arthur Trevino’s work at pappadukes.com. Sony a9, Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS. Exposure:...

When you have gained a lot of confidence in your ability with a camera and have built out a nice portfolio, you might start thinking about going professional. However, even though it absolutely takes those aforementioned items, they are not enough on their own. It takes a good amount of business savvy to create a reasonable income from photography. This helpful video tutorial will show you five essential items that will make your business life a little easier. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 7 Tips for Amazing Low-Angle Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Peter West Carey. Low-angle photos give us a completely different view of the world. Most of our lives are spent well above ground level – by the time we are teenagers, we rarely find ourselves crawling around on the floor. Yet there’s a whole other world down there, an alternative perspective that provides an eye-opening, even shocking, experience. Therefore, when done well, low-angle photography can create genuinely striking shots. With a bit of low-angle compositional magic, you can show a boring, everyday scene in a new light. But how can you capture beautiful images? In this article, I share my top seven tips...