Photo By Tom Arnhold Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Fly Away” by Tom Arnhold. 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 Tom Arnhold appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Adobe is really trying to make editing videos on small screens a more enjoyable process. They've looked at ways to give us more screen real estate. They've combined some tabs and made switching between workspaces much easier. It's even possible to do everything you need to in one workspace, and the workspace can be customized and saved as usual. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wouter du Toit)

Street photography is a unique and challenging genre that requires fast reactions, solid technique, the ability to anticipate action, and a dose of creativity. If you would like to improve your street photography work, check out this fantastic video tutorial that discusses five common mistakes photographers make and how to fix them or avoid them in the first place. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Take a nice subject, awesome conditions, build up a pleasing composition, and you will get a great photograph. But there is still something important missing for getting it to world class. Therefore, we have to go even one step further. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christian Irmler)

Skylum, known for their AI-enabled Luminar Neo software, has launched a new update. To celebrate, they are offering a special discount to Fstoppers readers! Read on to find out what’s new and how you can save up to 50% on the purchase. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

A scientist walks along the edge of a melt pond in the Arctic Ocean to take a water sample. My eye was immediately drawn to the strong landscape composition made by the ice “island” in the melt pond. I anticipated the scientist’s route and started shooting as she walked into the frame. Photo credit: Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Chris Linder. Nikon D2Xs, AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED. Exposure: 1/250 sec., ƒ/11, ISO 100. From the polar regions to tropical rainforests, I have visited the literal ends of the planet during my 20-year career as a science and conservation photographer. Regardless of the subject matter or location, my mission on each assignment is the same: Use photography to educate the public...

A 50mm lens with a wide aperture is one of the most versatile a photographer can carry, able to handle everything from portraits to low-light events coverage. For photographers looking for some of the best quality they can get from a 50mm lens, there is the Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM, and this great 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)

No matter how uncomfortable it might feel to send out a photography contract at the beginning of your commercial photography journey, having a robust contract in place is essential for creating professional relationships with your clients. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Helena Murphy)

When it comes to creating a professional-level portrait, knowing how to light, pose, and photograph your subject is only half the battle. A great portrait also needs a strong edit to be complete. This excellent video tutorial will show you how to edit a portrait from start to finish and show you some helpful tips along the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

SmugMug, known for its photography management and sales platform, is launching a new marketing campaign titled “This Lens.” Aimed at celebrating the power of photographers to change perspectives and the world, “This Lens” aims to tell stories of real-life photographers and their pursuits. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Photo By Harry Lichtman Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Lifting Mist – Bonsai Cove” by Harry Lichtman. Location: Mooselookmeguntic Lake in Western Maine. “I worked this composition on Mooselookmeguntic Lake from every angle during the summer and fall, but drastically low water levels made it exceedingly challenging to get the desired reflection between the rocks in a pleasing composition,” explains Lichtman. “I used the rule of thirds to roughly line up the foreground rocks in the bottom third and placed bonsai rock on the right third, the horizon on the top third. That created a nice opening on the left of the image, where the sun was rising, illuminating the scene. Mist had just lifted, allowing the strong lighting.” Want...

The post 5 Reasons to Use a 50mm Lens for Travel Photography (+ Tips) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. Why should you use a 50mm lens for travel photography? And how can you capture beautiful 50mm travel shots? I’m a huge fan of 50mm lenses and 50mm travel shooting; in fact, for the first two years I owned a camera, my 50mm f/1.4 lens was the only one I used. In this article, I explain five reasons why I recommend a 50mm lens for travel photography. I also include a handful of tips to help you take your 50mm shots to the next level, fast! Let’s dive right in. Nikon D800 | 50mm |...

If you fancy yourself as a good pet photographer or think you have some images of pets that can beat the best of them, enter this year's Comedy Pet Photo Awards and earn a chance to win more than $2,000 in cash. Here are some of the best entries so far. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

There are few camera series more iconic and recognizable than the Hasselblad 500 series, which has become a popular collector's camera that still commands a high price on the used market today. This great video review takes a look at a camera from the series and what it is like to shoot with seven decades after they first hit the market. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The 4th of July is just about here, and that means fireworks will soon be filling the skies all around the United States. They make for fantastic photography subjects, and they can be a great technical challenge as well. If you are thinking of heading out to capture some images, check out this helpful video tutorial that will give you a range of tips to ensure you come home with the best possible shots. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Canon EOS R3 has some of the most advanced capabilities and features the company has ever put in a camera, making it an appealing option for a wide range of creatives, particularly sports and wildlife photographers. This great video review takes a look at the camera and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in the field. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Great cinematography can elevate an average video far above its station, and conversely, poor cinematography can damage an otherwise great picture. In this video, Mark Bone goes through the six most important rules that he believes every cinematographer and Director of Photography ought to know. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

One of the biggest mistakes I made early on as a headshot photographer was using the dreaded phrase, “I'll fix it in post.” In today's article and accompanying video, I share five reasons why I never say this to my clients, and why you shouldn't either. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

The post Fashion Photography: 9 Tips and Techniques appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Natalie Denton (nee Johnson). Looking to level up your fashion photography? You’ve come to the right place. As an experienced fashion photographer, I’ve spent years developing tricks and techniques for gorgeous images – and in this article, I share it all with you, including: The best way to light your fashion portraitsHow to choose the best posesA simple prop that looks amazing in fashion photosMuch more! So if you’re ready to start taking pro-level fashion images, then let’s dive right in, starting with my first tip: 1. Confidently direct your model If you want great fashion photos, you must be prepared to confidently...

With so many new methods to create images, photography has gone beyond simply just taking a photo. This new device from MIOPS brings the photographer closer to the images they envision by making the process simpler. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)