I know a lot of you move back and forth between Lightroom and Photoshop in your workflow, and if you take an image over there and open Camera Raw, you might surprised (well, I was) to find that the Transform Panel (the panel with Upright and the manual transformation sliders) is missing from the list of panels. It’s not hidden. It’s just not there (as seen below). It’s gone! NOTE: This panel was called “Geometry” in Camera Raw, but it is identical to the Transform panel in Lightroom. Why the two names? Well, that’s a very good question for Adobe (cricket, cricket). Here’s what Adobe did (for reasons I do not quite understand). They moved the Geometry panel to the Crop...

Photography, as an art form, has undergone a significant transformation in the digital age. Straight out of camera (SOOC) images, untouched and unaltered, have been the ultimate end goal for many photographers, offering viewers a glimpse into the raw, unfiltered beauty of captured moments featuring their professional skill sets. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Zhen Siang Yang)

When it comes to landscape photography or any genre of photography there seems to be nothing more grinding than someone telling you that they are better than you and when they go on to explain why. However, the nuggets contained here are indeed some of the reasons why some are better than others. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Darren Spoonley)

I’ve heard many a photographer scoff at using lighting equipment for portraits, labeling themselves a “natural light photographer.” [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

In this video, I share my five favorite plugins for Photoshop and Lightroom. Those are tools I don't want to live without, and the best part is: two of those are totally free. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

Great landscape photographers are distinguished not only by their stunning images but also by their approach to their craft. Mark Denney, a prominent figure in the landscape photography community, advocates for several principles that contribute to greatness in this field. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Darren Spoonley)

Whether you're shooting groups of people or groups of birds, making sure you nail that depth of field just right to get all your subjects in focus can be challenging. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

The post How to Capture Amazing Bird Photography Compositions appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. I first fell in love with bird photography when I was thirteen years old. I didn’t have any fancy equipment, just a little point-and-shoot camera that I had received for my birthday, and my first images – taken during a summer family vacation and featuring seagulls on the beach – were abysmal for a variety of reasons: the light was poor, the exposures were off, the birds were blurry, and the compositions were uninspiring. But while I soon learned to deal with my lighting and camera settings issues, creating compelling bird photography compositions was a more frustrating problem. To a...

The rapid evolution of technology and its impact on photography has sparked widespread debate, with artificial intelligence at the forefront of discussions. This insightful video addresses this concern head-on, asserting that AI will not extinguish the essence of photography but rather augment its possibilities. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Oftentimes, film photographers cite the slower, more considered pace and style of shooting film as one of the biggest reasons to shoot it. While that may be the case, it's a limitation that you can bring to the digital world with little lost in the process. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

Photographers often chase the "best" camera gear or ask, "what settings did you use?" in hopes of improving their own landscape photography. Mastering your tools is an ingredient of stunning images but not the only one. Acute awareness of your environment is also a key component. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jeffrey Tadlock)

There are four interrelated ideas that some photographers create a song and dance about. However, for most photography, you can forget them and adopt a different approach. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

When I first started my photography journey, I was full of hope, excitement, and wonder about what adventure the day would bring me. The challenge for me was that it was just a day before I either had to head home again or find a place to stay, so I could spend more time in a certain location. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Darren Spoonley)

The connection between a photographer and their camera can significantly impact their creativity and enthusiasm for photography. This unique relationship often goes unnoticed but is crucial for nurturing a photographer's passion and drive to explore and capture the world through their lens. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Today, Nikon has announced that it has entered into an agreement with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, yes, that NASA, to take the Z9 to another world. Literally. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Learning Lightroom can be taunting for photographers new to the program, but it is well worth knowing the ins and outs of the program. This helpful video aims to simplify and demystify the process. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The myths and misconceptions surrounding photography equipment and techniques are topics that generate significant discussion among both amateur and professional photographers. This important video addresses these topics directly, challenging commonly held beliefs that can influence how photographers choose their gear and approach their craft. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

From navigating challenging lighting conditions to addressing technical complexities, the video showcases the problem-solving prowess and adaptability required in the field. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kim Simpson)

Burnout can happen to any of us, from hobbyist photographers to established professional photographers and everyone in between. Whether you feel like you are on the path to burnout or are already there, I have five tips to help you through it! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jeffrey Tadlock)

The post dPS Bi-Weekly Photo Challenge: Electric appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. ‘Electric’ is a pretty broad theme, and we’re leaving it to you to interpret it as you would like. Under my drone photo below (bzzzt, fly during a storm, sure, why not!) I’ve conjured up a list of ideas you could explore over the next two weeks of the challenge, for your photograph. One photo for this challenge, make sure you use the dPS challenge tags in your post, wherever you choose to post your photograph. (details at the end of this post) My photo above was two exposures from my Mavic 3 drone, was a heck of a light show! Below I’ve...