Your departure day has finally arrived. You’re packed, all your gear is ready, all batteries are charged and your adrenalin is pumping. It’s time to begin your photo safari to do a wildlife shoot of your favorite mammal, bird, predator, macro subject and more. A natural instinct is to grab your longest lens to get that once-in-a-lifetime shot. While it’s true that capturing a full-frame portrait of your favorite subject can produce a winner, does it always provide the best shot? Conversely, showing too much of the surroundings in which the animal is located can leave the viewer wondering why the image was made. This is a dilemma that every wildlife shooter faces. Should we zoom in to get the headshot...

If they are, there’s a reason – the new AI-powered features won’t work on older phones or tablets. In fact, here’s a list of the devices the AI WON’T work on: Apple:iPod Touch 7, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPad (5th Gen), iPad (6th Gen), and iPad Pro 9.7. Android:  Those AI featureS only work on Android devices with more than 6 GB of RAM It says Adobe is “working to enable more devices in the future,” but so far, that’s all I know (learned this one the hard way, because I have an older iPad Air, and the AI features won’t work on that iPad, but they do work great on my more recent iPhone 12. Hope you found that helpful. Don’t forget to...

Photography, just like any other creative pursuit, is prone to encouraging certain habits. Some of those can be quite beneficial, and some of those will likely hold you back. This excellent video discusses 12 habits that every photographer should have: what they are, why they are beneficial, and how to implement them in your process. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

YouTube can be a lucrative platform if you can break through the huge crowd of very talented creators all jockeying for position on the platform. Of course, that is a huge caveat, but if you are interested in what kind of income a creator can make at the top of the pile, this informative video that features a high-level YouTuber pulling back the curtain will show you just what you need to know. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Wedding photography can be one of the more daunting genres. For many people, their wedding day is one of the most important days of their lives. As photographers, it's crucial to capture these moments carefully and as best we can. This is especially important when it comes to the bride. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

We are constantly pressured into buying the latest cameras. As the bottom has fallen out of the camera market, maybe it’s time that camera manufacturers had a rethink about what they offer us. Nevertheless, there are good reasons for and against both upgrading and changing your system. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

It is always a good idea to try to get your compositions right in camera, both to keep your eye sharp and to retain as much resolution and as flexible a file as possible, but there is no shame in cropping in post, whether to get a different aspect ratio, get closer than you were able to in person, or simply because you have changed your mind about the composition. This helpful video tutorial will show you how cropping can improve your landscape images and different ways to employ it for the best results. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Travel Photography Settings: A Practical Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jeremy Flint. Looking for the best travel photography settings? You’ve come to the right place. In this guide, I take you through the settings you need to capture stunning travel photos, including: The travel camera mode that I highly recommendThe best aperture, shutter speed, and ISO for travel photographyHow to set up your camera for beautiful shots of church cathedrals and other interiorsMuch more! Of course, there is no single list of perfect settings for travel photography; it depends on the situation. That’s why, at the end of the article, I detail a few specific scenarios, and I share my approach (including the...

Do you struggle with finding compositions in woodland? Over the years, I have developed a strategy that helped me to succeed. Sometimes, I even see one composition beside the other without even looking. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christian Irmler)

Photo By Ross Stone Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Romantic Vista” by Ross Stone. 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 Ross Stone appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Samyang, long known for producing highly affordable but sharp manual focus lenses, has expanded into autofocus offerings in recent years while still keeping their lineup at prices well below first-party options. The new AF 135mm f/1.8 FE offers a popular portrait focal length with a pleasingly wide maximum aperture, and this excellent video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Let me give you clear warning: this is not for the faint of heart. Every year, 100s of people are killed or injured in their quest for the perfect selfie. Here is a graphic reminder of how it can all go so wrong. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

There are certain rights of passage in photography that we all should try at some juncture of our time with a camera. They act as both important learning tools but plainly, they're good fun to do. In this video, Pye Jirsa walks you through how he created a great-looking portrait using a smoke bomb. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

If you are a beginning photographer who has only worked with amateur models, it may be your dream to work with a professional model one day. Is there a noticeable difference between working with a professional model and an amateur model? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)

Portrait focal length lenses with wide maximum apertures will always be popular, but they can also be quite expensive, easily running about $2,000 at the top end of the spectrum. The TTArtisan 90mm f/1.25 offers that classic combination at a much more affordable price, making it an attractive option for a wide range of photographers. This excellent video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Zita Quentin Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Red Foxes” by Zita Quentin. Location: Kodiak, Alaska. “Three red foxes were playing on the shore,” explains Quentin. “Two of them headed up to these rocks and they both stopped and posed for a second.” 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 Zita Quentin appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

It’s been a long time coming but Skylum Software has finally released Luminar Neo, their brand new version of the software that incorporates a ton of new features, is faster, and is simpler, but also offers more depth. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

I am as big a fan of Canon's lenses as anyone; I resisted the temptation to switch brands for years simply because they offer certain lenses that I can't imagine not having. When it comes to the new RF 800mm f/5.6 L IS USM and RF 1200mm f/8 L IS USM lenses, however, you should really think twice before you buy them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Still Life Photography: 5 Tips to Level Up Your Shots appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Lea Hawkins. Want to capture stunning still life photography? In this article, I offer five easy ways to improve your still life images. I cover all the key elements (including lighting, composition, and editing) – so that, no matter your camera gear, you’ll be ready to shoot some amazing still life shots of your own. Let’s get started. 1. Pick items that interest you Still life photography starts with subject choice… …but in truth, there are no “best” still life subjects. Ideal subjects are simply items that interest you, and they can come from anywhere, including: Around your houseFlea...

Most of us have made hasty purchases at one point or another, but have you ever bought something you genuinely regretted? In this video, Mattias Burling discusses five cameras he regrets buying and why. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)