Before I created Fstoppers, I was a full-time wedding photographer. Over that time, I designed a handful of wedding albums as both show albums and as client albums. To be honest, I never really enjoyed the album-making process. Now, the tables have turned, and for my wife's first year anniversary gift, I decided to make an album with images from my own wedding. How will my wife respond, and will I enjoy the process? Let's find out! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Patrick Hall)

For the last 5 days, 5DayDeal has featured the deal of the year including over $5,500 value in photography products and education for only $166. You have a few more hours to save 97 percent on products from dozens of industry leaders. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Strauss)

Released today, I got my hands on the ultrafast Zhongyi Speedmaster 50mm T1.0 Cinematic Lens, and it surprised me how good it was. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

There's a part inside us all that wishes we were getting paid or paid more for our photography work. However, it's often the case that there are some perfectly logical reasons why we're not. Here are some great examples of why you're not getting paid clients. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

Today is the first day of Adobe MAX and with that comes the release of new versions of Adobe software! Notably, Lightroom Classic (LrC) version 12, Camera Raw (ACR) version 15, Lightroom (Lr) for Mac/Win version 6, and Lightroom for mobile version 8. Let’s get to the good stuff! Masking Interface Changes You’ll see more details about why in a moment, but to accommodate the new features added the panel that houses the masking tools has evolved. Here’s how it looks in Lightroom Classic. Aside from the new features, I want to make you aware that Color Range, Luminance Range, and Depth Range are now found under the Range popup. Also, note that there is a new Edit icon (to the...

Photo by Russ Burch Today’s Photo of the Day is “Stormy Evening Sunset” by Russ Burch. Location: Manasota Key, Florida. 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 Russ Burch appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Most people think of Lightroom as the place for organizing their photos and performing light edits and Photoshop as the destination for more intensive work. However, in the last few years, the former has made some major strides that make it a serious editing tool. This great video tutorial will show you how to use a combination of the new masking features and the brush tool for creating more compelling landscape image edits. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Canon has caused a bit of controversy with its stance on third-party lenses, and that has left many users pondering their future relationships with the company. This interesting video features a seasoned Canon user discussing why he has decided to sell his gear. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 8 Photography Composition Rules Everyone Should Know appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Elizabeth Halford. Struggling to create stunning compositions? I’ve been there. Composition is a tricky subject to master; some photographers spend years developing their skills with limited success. Fortunately, creating good compositions isn’t as hard as it might seem. Artists have developed a handful of rules (guidelines, really) that allow you to create balance, flow, impact, and beauty without tons of practice. In this article, I share my favorite eight photography composition rules – all tried and tested methods for improving your image arrangements. So read through the article. Memorize the rules. And then watch as your photos are transformed! 1. The rule...

We have gotten to the point where smartphones can create professional-quality photos in a wide array of situations. Google's Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro phones offer some of the best cameras available, and one of their most interesting features is "unblur," which promises to use advanced tech to literally remove the blur from things like faces in photos where the shutter speed was too slow or the subject was moving too much. How well does it actually work, though? This awesome video review takes a look at what you can expect. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When it comes to landscape photography, we are at the mercy of the elements, and that can be a really frustrating thing, particularly when you have hiked for hours with a bag of gear on your back. So, what can you do when the weather is not great? The truth is that you can create worthwhile photos in any conditions as long as you approach things the right way. This excellent video tutorial will show you how. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Phone cameras have gotten increasingly better year over year, yet no matter how much they improve, they always fall short in comparison to professional cameras. This year is different. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Armitage)

Tilt lenses are some of the most versatile out there, allowing you to control depth of field independently of aperture, a unique capability that allows for both major technical advantages and highly creative images. However, such lenses tend to be quite expensive, which is what makes the TTArtisan 50mm f/1.4 Tilt lens, which sits at about $200, such an intriguing option. Can it provide decent performance, though? This excellent video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Jessica Nelson Today’s Photo of the Day is “Blue-Headed Vireo” by Jessica Nelson. Location: Dayton, Maryland. 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 Jessica Nelson appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Hasselblad recently released its highly anticipated 100-megapixel camera, the X2D 100c. The new camera boasts significant upgrades to the autofocus system, colors, and dynamic range. However, during the announcement, there was no mention of video features. In a recent interview, Hasselblad explains why there are no video features in the new X2D camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

Shots of waterfalls can be some of the most soothing and mesmerizing images in photography. If you want to learn some very simple steps anyone can implement to really improve your waterfall photography, take a look inside. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

Today, over on my other blog, I shared my favorite photos from my travel photography workshop in Italy’s Tuscany region (here’s the link if you’ve got a sec), but here I wanted to go over one of the first things I taught in my workshop about post-processing. We start each day of the workshop with a dawn shoot, then after breakfast, we’re in the classroom learning all the Lightroom and Photoshop editing techniques and applying them to the images we just shot that morning. The thing I taught them is how to apply a creative white balance to their photos rather than what we’re normally trying to achieve, which is an accurate white balance. There are plenty of times when an...

Throughout the 27 years I taught in a classroom, in addition to the hundreds of workshops and safaris I’ve led, a key ethic that I hold onto is preparation. When it’s time for me to rely on those who repair my car, fix an appliance, groom a pet, etc., I want to go in feeling confident all will turn out as I expect. A huge part of that expectation is dependent upon how prepared the person is who performs the task. The same holds true for everyone who picks up a camera and expects to create successful and dramatic photos. Those who are prepared and then head into the field stand a much greater chance of coming home with winners. The...

The post Cloud Photography: 8 Tips for Breathtaking Results appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Guest Contributor. The sky is the single most abstract and dynamic canvas that a photographer could ever encounter; for me, it’s an endless source of inspiration. Plus, the sky is ultra-accessible, and photographing clouds is just a lot of fun. But cloud photography isn’t without its difficulties. Given how bright the sky often appears, it can be tough to nail the exposure. And your camera will often struggle to focus on clouds, especially when the sky is low in contrast. Fortunately, there are several easy solutions to these problems, which I share in this article – along with a handful of additional...

Changing your approach and perspective to your landscape photography can produce some stunning results. Looking at the more intimate details and patterns, the textures, and how everything interacts within your scene can really open up a new world for your photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)