Golden hour is the holiest of times for photographers of many genres, however, it takes some technical understanding if you want to get the most out of it in your portraiture. In this video, Irene Rudnyk takes you behind-the-scenes of her beach portraiture shoot at golden hour to give you some tips. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The post dPS Weekly Photo Challenge – Monochromatic appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. It may surprise some of you to learn that ‘monochromatic photography’ doesn’t mean ‘Black & White photography’ (But essentially all B&W Photographs ARE Monochromatic, just not the other way around) and that in fact monochromatic photography is any photograph that has a single colour/hue, but can have variations in different shades/tints of that same colour. What is monochrome color? That said, Black and white photography (which renders a photograph in varying degrees of gray) is the dominant example of monochromatic photography. Read more here in another of our articles. Use the tag #dPSMonochromatic in your posts on social media, and tag us! Add your...

Some genres of photography allow you to produce a large number of images in a given span of time, while others tend to be more methodical and require a fair amount of patience. Landscape photography tends to fall into the latter camp, but that does not mean there are not things you can do to make yourself more productive on location. This helpful video will detail seven ways you can make yourself a bit more efficient and productive the next time you head out. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When it comes to landscape photography, sharpness is often one of the top priorities. If that is something you want to improve in your images, check out this excellent video tutorial that details a straightforward process for coming home with sharp photos every time you head out with your camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Congratulations to Harry Lichtman for winning the Your Local Wilderness Assignment with the image, “Tide Pool.” View the winning image and a selection of submissions in the gallery below. And be sure to check out our current photography assignment here and enter your best shots! [See image gallery at www.outdoorphotographer.com] The post Your Local Wilderness Assignment Winner Harry Lichtman appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Photo By Thomas Nicholson Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Jump!” by Thomas Nicholson. Location: Serengeti National Park, Tanzania. “A wildebeest rises above the rest as the herd crosses the Mara River in the Serengeti,” describes Nicholson. 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 Thomas Nicholson appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Boutiques, clothing brands, and some stores usually require catalog images for their business and e-commerce websites. Would you be able to deliver clean catalog images? Here's how you can do just that! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Ventura)

Long exposure photography is a beloved technique, utilized by many genres, as well as forming something of a genre itself. In this video, one photographer walks you through his process and some tips on how to get the best out of your own long exposure images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The post Canon and Nikon Raise Prices in Response to Supply Chain Issues appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Thinking about buying Canon or Nikon equipment? You’d better get a move on. Eleven of Canon’s lenses – a mix of RF-mount models and popular EF-mount models – have experienced a USA price hike, according to Canon Rumors. Increases averaged to around $200 (see the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM and the EF 70-200mm f/4L IS II USM), though the Canon EF 200-400mm f/4L IS shot up by $1000 (less surprising, perhaps, when you consider the initial $10,000+ price tag). And while Nikon USA has not announced any price increases, Nikon’s Northern Europe branch does...

Here’s a quick video I did for Lightroom beginners where I explain the whole concept of organizing using Collection Sets (they’re called folders in LR ‘cloud), and why they are so incredibly helpful when organizing your photos. The whole video is only 7-minutes or so, but you’ll learn a lot, and you’ll want to start using these right away. Check it out below: Those rock, right? I couldn’t keep everything organized without them, and I hope you’ll give them a try. You Don’t Have to Settle For The Image That Comes Out Of The Camera That’s what I covered today over on my daily photography blog, and I show a before/after clip of editing a Raw image (seen above and submitted...

Before the digital era, you could still shoot panoramic photographs, but you generally had to resort to using a special kind of camera to do so, especially if you wanted the best possible image quality. This neat video follows a landscape photographer as he uses an absolute behemoth of a camera to create a special panoramic print. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When it comes to the beauty and diversity of the surrounding landscape, not many rivers in the United States can compete with the Arkansas River. At 1,469 miles, it’s the sixth-longest river in the United States, flowing eastward from Colorado through Kansas and Oklahoma before finally emptying into the mighty Mississippi River in Arkansas. The first stretch is clearly the most spectacular section: From its source high up in the rugged Sawatch Range of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, “The Arkansas” is a raging stream of crystal-clear snowmelt water, cascading downhill and thundering through awe-inspiring canyons, dropping more than 10,000 feet in elevation on the first 125 miles. It’s no surprise that this part of the river has become America’s favorite destination for...

I have rarely been a big fan of fixed prime lens cameras, but the exception has always been the Fujifilm X100 series. What started out as a quirky and fun camera has evolved into a highly capable professional tool in its fifth generation — all without losing any of the unique personality that first endeared it to photographers. This excellent video review takes a look at the new model and the sort of image quality and performance you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

As creatives, we are often focused on just that: creating works that help us relate to ourselves, others, or the world around us. Unfortunately for some, this means that creating takes precedence over some other tasks. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

The Winter Olympics are underway, and just like the summer version, the games have drawn a ton of photographers from all around the planet to capture some of the world's best athletes in action. One photographer is not having the best day, though, as they lost their grip on their camera, causing it to take a very, very, very long tumble down the ski hill, as NBC cameras captured its escape. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Logic and emotion don’t always mix. In this article, I’ll tell you about one such moment for me. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Photo By Craig Bill Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Starquest Type3:2” by Craig Bill. Location: Antelope Canyon, Arizona. “I’ve seen Antelope Canyon several times in the popular daytime— complete with crowds and noise,” says Bill. “In fact, this magical slot canyon is well known for its mid-day shafts of light that creatively penetrate through the curvy sandstone. I had always wondered what this place would be like at night. And when I had a last-minute chance to go the first time, I jumped! Although the first night was super clouded and windy, I was allowed to try the next night before my time ran out exploring this desert domain around Page, Arizona. I was lucky, however, to find the next...

The post Fill Light Photography: Your Essential Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by John McIntire. What is fill light photography? And how can you use fill light to achieve stunning portraits? Fill light is one of those essential skills that every portrait photographer should master, whether they prefer natural or artificial light. In fact, as a professional portraitist, I use fill light all the time in my own work. Over the years, I’ve developed plenty of tips and techniques for beautiful use of fill light – and in this article, I lay it all out: A simple fill lighting definitionWhy fill light is so important for portrait photosTwo easy ways to generate fill light in any...

Masking is an important part of any decent photographer's post-production process. Sometimes, the masks are easy, but other times, they can be painfully time-consuming. However, if you learn about this hidden tool in Photoshop, your editing life will instantly become so much better. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

All photographers need the ability to sell well, from selling prints to selling ideas to others to selling themselves. Use these psychological concepts to help you get more of what you want. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Parker)