In recent versions of the program, Lightroom's masking features have made major steps forward, and you can now perform far more advanced and precise operations with relative ease, enabling new and more powerful edits. This helpful video tutorial will show you one such technique that leverages Lightroom's masking features to add a bit of drama to a sky. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Congratulations to Garry Everett for winning the recent Motion Blur Assignment with the image, “Moonlight Coast.” See more of Everett’s photography at www.gelandscapephoto.com.  View the winning image and a selection of submissions below. And be sure to check out our current photography assignment here and enter your best shots!   The post Motion Blur Assignment Winner Garry Everett appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

For the most part, I have total control over my client's experience with me. I know and understand every aspect because that's my livelihood and passion. I research my equipment, control my backups, work from calibrated monitors and meticulously set up how I deliver images to my clients. However, I've always been in the dark about one aspect of the process, wedding albums. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Waring)

I have long lamented the discontinuation of the absolutely tiny Panasonic Lumix GM series of cameras, and imagine my surprise in 2022 to find out that I'm not alone. The camera has proven to be a cult favorite, and YouTuber and photographer Robin Wong breaks down why. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

Camera lens filters are an essential accessories to achieve the best quality images, especially in outdoor conditions where the light can change quickly and isn’t easily controlled as in a studio environment. Serious photographers invest in top-quality equipment to help ensure that their images are the best they can be. When it comes to building a lens collection, most photographers understand that it’s worth the expense to choose lenses that produce the sharpest images but may not realize the important role that camera lens filters play in achieving the creative results they want. Although today’s image processing software is incredibly powerful, there are some things you can’t easily fix after the image is captured. That’s where using optical camera lens filters...

Photo By Hi il Lee Today’s Photo of the Day is “Star Rain” by Hi il Lee. Location: Virginia. 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 Hi il Lee appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The post 7 Fascinating Photography Facts You Probably Didn’t Know appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Megan Kennedy. Looking for fun, compelling, or even weird photography facts? You’ve come to the right place. Photography has a long and fascinating history full of interesting events, items, and people. In this article, we share seven photo-related facts that are guaranteed to impress, including tidbits on cameras, photographic words, the most-viewed image ever created, and more. Let’s dive right in! 1. It’s all in the name We use terms like “photography” and “camera” all the time, but where do these words actually come from? And when were they created? Our first photography fact hearkens back to the origins of many...

You can make a lot of extra revenue from photography if you think outside of the traditional box. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Walid Azami)

The folks at Skylum who make Luminar Neo have promised more extensions by the end of the year, and there are three more new ones coming soon. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mel Martin)

Landscape photography generally requires an above-average amount of post-processing, and for advanced editing work, most photographers turn to Photoshop. However, that might not always be the best choice. This great video tutorial featured an experienced landscape photographer discussing five reasons why Lightroom is often the better choice for editing landscape photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

You read that right. The era of the DSLR is not dead. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I often get together with some of my photographer friends to experiment with lighting techniques and try out new gear. Recently, my friend, John, stopped by the studio, and we decided to have a go at recreating a Dan Winters portrait. In this video, I detail my process, including the lighting I used as well as my editing process. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

There isn’t a camera brand that doesn’t make a nifty fifty. There also almost isn’t a camera blog or advice resource that hasn’t recommended the nifty fifty. Thousands of photographers are led to believe that they absolutely must have this lens. I was one of them. Here is why I think that the nifty fifty is vastly overrated and why you probably don’t need one. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Fujifilm recently announced the X-T5 camera, which is the latest camera in the X Mount series. Despite the fact that the X-T5 is not the most feature-filled camera Fujifilm has ever produced, it does send a big message to its audience and customer base. Fujifilm has finally figured out its camera lineup for the X Mount. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

  Today’s Photo of the Day is “Skyrise” by Daniel Forster. Location: Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness, Colorado. “The Maroon Bells mountains wrapped in autumn colors at night with a sky filled with stars and the Milky Way,” describes Forster. 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 Daniel Forster appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The Microsoft Surface line offers a lot of versatility for creatives in the Windows ecosystem, and the new Surface Laptop 5 is here, pairing a high-quality touchscreen with the convenience of a portable laptop with all-day battery life. If you are looking for a new device for working on the go, check out this great video review that takes a look at the Surface Laptop 5 and the sort of performance and experience you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Being a professional photographer takes many skills beyond simply what you can do with a camera and a computer. Chief among them is the ability to manage time well and cut out any inefficiencies. This great video tutorial features an experienced professional discussing a simple way to cut down on a lot of wasted time and the frustration that comes with it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Have you ever looked at photos of awe-inspiring places and thought how magnificent it would be to journey there but doubted your chances because life gets in the way? Have you ever looked at an image of a far-off destination and thought how lucky that photographer was to get to travel to that location? Have you ever wondered about the person in the photo walking on the beach and how the sand would feel under your feet? Rather than be jealous, become zealous and do everything in your power to try to make it happen. I fully understand the limitations, but even if you wind up in places close to home, there are others who would be jealous of that trip....

Most photographers focus their business growth strategies on booking more clients. However, the most financially savvy photographers understand the full revenue equation, i.e. revenues equals the number of clients multiplied by the average revenue per client. So, for example, if you want to double your revenue next year, you can either double the amount of bookings or you can double the revenue you make for each booking. In this article, we’ll teach you photography pricing tips to help you charge more for each client that you book. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pye Jirsa)

Working in a studio for the first time is one of the most exciting things a photographer can experience, but of course, there are some important considerations and adjustments you should be aware of to ensure you get the most out of it. This fantastic video tutorial features an experienced photographer discussing five important tips sure to help beginners stepping into a studio for the first time. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)