The post Loop Lighting: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. The way you light a portrait influences so much: How the person appears, the depth and three-dimensionality of the scene, and even the overall mood conveyed by the photograph. Loop lighting is just one method of illuminating a subject – yet if you use this technique, you can be pretty certain that whoever is sitting in front of your camera will like the results. Plus, loop lighting is extremely easy to set up; you only need a single light source (which can be ambient light, a speedlight, a studio strobe, or a continuous light). In this article, I offer a comprehensive overview...

It is no secret that photographers look wide-aperture lenses, and with the advent of mirrorless cameras, we have seen the release of many 50mm f/0.95 lenses, offering photographers ultra-narrow depth of field and loads of bokeh. One such lens is the Meike 50mm f/0.95, which offers that extra-wide aperture for a variety of APS-C mirrorless mounts and does so at a very affordable price. Can it still offer professional quality, though? This excellent video review takes a look. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Camera filters have improved a great deal over the last decade. It wasn't that long ago when it was completely acceptable for filters to produce blue-cast images with a significant loss in detail. We now have manufacturers producing highly innovative filter systems, such as the new Kase Wolverine IV Magnetic filter system. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

Composition is one of the trickiest aspects of landscape photography. We get no control over what is in the environment or the way the light behaves, and as such, we have to be clever in our positioning, choice of parameters, and framing in order to create images that are simultaneously orderly and compelling. This excellent video tutorial will show you a compositional mindset that will help you come home with more worthwhile photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When it comes to portrait posing, there are some great poses, some not great poses, and then, there are those poses that are so egregious that they should be avoided at all costs. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

The new OM-5 camera may, at first look, take you by surprise. However, you may have noticed that OM Digital Solutions (OMDS) knows what they are doing. As their first anniversary arrives, they yet again deliver another excellent camera for a specific type of photographer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Photo By Garry Everett Today’s Photo of the Day is “Superstitious” by Garry Everett. Location: Lost Dutchman State Park, Arizona. 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 Garry Everett appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Portrait lighting is about more than creating a technically correct exposure; it is your chance to add your creative touch to your images and create a memorable style. Once you are comfortable with a single light, multiple lights will open an entirely new world of possibilities for your work. This excellent video tutorial will show you an effective two-light setup for creating compelling portraits. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Recently, rumors emerged saying that the Canon EOS R6 Mark II's release was imminent. That story continues, and it seems that in addition to the new camera next month, we will also see a mirrorless version of one of Canon's most legendary lessons. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Perhaps no accessory is more strongly associated with landscape photography than the tripod, and for good reason. That being said, some photographers insist on using them for every shot, no matter the circumstances. Can that actually be a hindrance? This great video dives into the use of tripods in landscape photography and why sometimes, it is better to just hold your camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Weekly Photo Challenge – Rules (Breaking them!) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. You’ve come a long way (with your photography) in the last couple of years, haven’t you! You now have a good grasp of general ‘photography rules’ Now, break them and make the best photograph you can. That’s your challenge! Free form rule breakin’ fun – let’s see what you come up with! Tag your shots #dPSWeeklyChallenge and #dPSRuleBreakers and share them on our Facebook Group or in the comments below this post. Here’s a look at some rules that you already know – click this link Not sure where to start? Break the rule of thirds? Over exposing for the hell...

Today, I’d like to take a charitable break from discussing gear, to chat about something I’ve found to be far more important to understand about photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Topaz Labs recently released its all-in-one Photo AI suite that magically removes noise, sharpens, and increases resolution all at the single click of a button. But how does it compare with its own individual products, in this case DeNoise AI? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

The post Sony Launches the a7R V, with AI Autofocus, 61 MP, and 8K Recording appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. On Wednesday, Sony announced the a7R V, a high-resolution, feature-packed, AI-equipped mirrorless camera that comes as the successor to the hugely popular a7R IV. Like the a7R IV, the a7R V ostensibly caters to professional landscape and commercial photographers requiring class-leading resolution; thanks to a whopping 61-megapixel sensor equipped with impressive high-ISO capabilities and outstanding dynamic range, photographers can capture detailed landscape and product shots, which can then be heavily cropped and turned into impeccable prints, magazine spreads, and even billboards.  But while the original a7R models sacrificed speed in favor of resolution, the...

If you want to know how good your camera is, pushing its abilities as far as they will go is the way to find out. Combining speed, vibration, and low light stretches its photographic capabilities, and flying mud, rain, and thick fog help too. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Today’s Photo of the Day is “Mesa Arch and its Golden Sunburst” by Jonathan Burns. Location: Canyonlands National Park, Utah. 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 Jonathan Burns appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Catchlights are one of the most important bits of a portrait that signify a professional image. It is not uncommon, however, for your subject to be posed in a way where they just miss having a catchlight. That is no reason to bin that photo, though, as you can add a realistic catchlight quickly and easily in Photoshop. This excellent video tutorial will show you how to do just that. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

You knew there’d be a workaround to get these new amazing AI portrait masking features over on your mobile advice, and you probably knew it would be Terry White that would figure out how to make that happen. This is pretty brilliant, but there is one catch: it only works on Apple mobile products: the iPhone and iPad – for some reason, it doesn’t work on Android devices. But, if you’re an IOS user, this is pretty darn clever. Check it out: Thanks, Terry. Very clever. First Look at On1 Effects 2023 ON1 software just released major updates to their plug-ins, including my favorite, On1 Effects 2023. I did a video showing all the new goodies (below), including the cool new...

When you are shooting in a studio, you have full control over the lighting and content in the frame, but if you are shooting in another environment, particularly outside, you may end up with unwanted shadows distracting from your subject, ruining an otherwise compelling photo. All is not lost, though. This excellent video tutorial will show you how to convincingly remove those shadows using Photoshop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It can be easy to look at top photographers and think that they have simply unattainable levels of skill and natural talent and as such, that a normal person can never reach such heights. However, the truth is a lot more complex than that, and it is something that you should really think about as you grow and mature as a photographer. This excellent video essay discusses why photography is less about skills and more about the time and dedication you put into its pursuit. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)