How do you rate success in photography? Maybe, it’s earning a living from it. That isn’t a goal for everyone, but valuable lessons about successful photography can be learned from the business of professionals. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Constraints and challenges in photography aren’t disappointments. They are obstacles to be maneuvered towards and they increase creativity. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

Optical snoots are inexpensive attachments that can open up a world of possibilities for precise light placement. Here is a detailed description of how to use them and what you need to start creating with them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jeff Bennion)

Photo By Elie Wolf Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Cuddles With Mum” by Elie Wolf. Location: Serengeti National Park, Tanzania. “Near the base of a kopje and the shade of a tree, these cubs enjoyed a cuddle with their hard-working, diligent Mum,” describes Wolf. “The expressions on their faces remind me of what I often witness in human primates. I’d like to see humankind come to understand this about animals—that they, too, feel and enjoy the affections of family, just as we do. This image was made in the Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, Summer 2019.” 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...

Professional photography can be a really secretive world. Finding out what your competitors charge, who they are shooting for and how they got the contacts, and the way they managed to light that epic image can be a real challenge. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Scott Choucino)

Learning how to properly edit your raw photographs can be highly daunting if you do not have much experience with Photoshop, Lightroom, or any other post-production suite. In this video, learn five basic steps to getting more out of your raw files. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The post 11 Tips for Stunning Candid Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Darren Rowse. Candid photography is a great way to capture intimate, honest photos – the type of images that tell real stories about their subjects. But how can you capture beautiful candid photos? How can you create candid shots that you can be proud of? In this article, I share 11 tips to take your candid photos to the next level. Note that these tips are not about taking sneaky, voyeuristic, or true paparazzi shots. Instead, they’ll help you add an authentic, candid feel to photos you take of loved ones, portrait subjects, images at events, and more. Let’s get started. 1. Take...

There are many ways to control the way your viewer's eye interacts with your photos, and one of the most fundamental and powerful methods is to use leading lines. This excellent video tutorial will show you why leading lines are so powerful and how to implement them in your own work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

This small, ultra-wide, and fast lens took me pleasantly by surprise. Well-made and giving clean, undistorted results, I can see the attractions of having one of these in your arsenal. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Someone looking to get their first professional-quality headshots taken might find themselves surprised by the price. Why are they so expensive and how do photographers justify charging so much money for so little of their time? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Skylum software has come a long way, and Luminar AI can now tackle a wide range of images quickly and easily to produce professional-level results. Editing portraits can sometimes be a tedious and time-intensive process, but this fantastic video tutorial will show you how to efficiently edit a portrait from start to finish using the program. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Artificial lights and modifiers can quickly add up in cost, but you might be surprised by just how much you can accomplish with only speedlights and basic modifiers. This excellent video tutorial will show you how you can produce professional-level portraits using just speedlights. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Modern cameras and lenses are small marvels of consumer technology, and over the years, we have seen all sorts of features come and go along the journey to today's products. Here are three features that never quite caught on that I wish would come back. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post dPS Weekly Photography Challenge : Steam appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Welcome back to another weekly challenge! We’re back into another week of lockdown here in Melbourne and it’s really not fun! We hope you are all doing OK out there. We have a potentially more technical and challenging challenge for some, photographing steam can be tricky! You need to work on getting the steam (or smoke) and the light source (the sun, a flash, a torch, anything really) in the right place to highlight the steam for your camera. Make a new photo for this challenge and share it in the comments below the post, or in our Facebook Group. Make sure...

Wildlife photography is one of the trickiest genres to shoot as it requires a lot of knowledge, equipment, and patience for even a chance at a good shot. In this video, a world-class bird photographer walks you through his best tips for improving your composition. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Things are still topsy-turvy with certain restrictions around the world, but in New York City, clients are bringing me into their offices again for headshots, so I wanted to share what I bring and why. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Joe Loper)

Photo By Stan Bysshe Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Blast Off” by Stan Bysshe. Location: Long Island, New York. “A nesting colony of black skimmers taking off in the morning,” describes Bysshe. “Some will head out to sea to fish, others will stay with their eggs/chicks.” 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 Stan Bysshe appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Astrophotography is a genre that takes a lot of specialized knowledge, techniques, and equipment, but when you get things right, the results can be stunning. If you are new to the genre, this great video tutorial features five tips to help you get on the right track and produce better images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Tamron Unveils the 28-75mm f/2.8 G2 for Sony, With Enhanced Image Quality and AF appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Three years ago, Tamron announced the 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III RXD for Sony, a powerful lens that made its way into the bags of many photographers – and now the company is back for more. This week, Tamron revealed the 28-75mm f/2.8’s successor: the 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2, which packs several significant upgrades, along with all the features that made the first 28-75mm f/2.8 such a hit. And the original 28-75mm f/2.8 certainly was well-received. According to many a reviewer, the lens combined a compact build, a wide maximum aperture, speedy...

Baber Afzal is the soft-spoken talent who only found his way to photography after picking up his sister’s Sony point-and-shoot nearly over a decade ago. That twist of fate has led him to work for some very well-established clients in the UAE, including the Porsche UAE’s new Panamera campaign. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)