Unfortunately, wedding reception venues are not really designed with photographers in mind and are often quite dark, but your clients will still expect high-quality photos of their special day. So, how can you ensure that you are getting top-notch images? This helpful video tutorial features a seasoned wedding photographer sharing five tips to improve your wedding reception lighting. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It is incredibly important for stories to be told by people who have a lived experience of the situation. Mayeul Akpovi does just this with his incredible time-lapse videos of African cities. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

It might seem like a strange thing to reduce the size of stars in a night sky photo, but if you want to better show off deep-sky objects, it can help bring them to the fore. With so many stars in the sky, it can be a bit of a tedious task, however. This great video tutorial will show you three different methods for reducing the size of stars both easily and efficiently. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Jennifer Carr Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Moody Matterhorn Skies” by Jennifer Carr. Location: Zermatt, Switzerland. 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 Jennifer Carr appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Nikon mirrorless shooters have two new lenses at their disposal, the NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 Macro and the NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S Macro. While both offer the 1:1 magnification of a true macro lens, there are some major differences between the two. This helpful video review compares both options to show you which is the proper one for your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Depth of Field for Beginners: The Essential Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Bruce Wunderlich. You may have heard the term depth of field (DoF), but what actually is depth of field, and how can you control it for artistic results? In this article, you’re going to discover all of the depth of field fundamentals, including: A simple definition of depth of fieldWhy depth of field really matters in photography (and why it’s a concept you must understand)The factors affecting depth of field in your photosHow to adjust the depth of field for insanely artistic resultsMuch, much more! Let’s dive right in. What is depth of field in photography? Depth of field is the...

Last week, the head of Instagram declared that the platform is no longer an app for sharing photos. Photographers are now turning to Twitter in their droves. Why is Instagram abandoning its roots and what makes Twitter the best alternative? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

For most photographers, Lightroom is the place where their photos start and often, where they finish. When you are first starting in photography, it is probably the program you will first need to master, and this excellent video tutorial will show you how everything you need to know about editing a photo with it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The basic workflow for most photographers is taking a photo, pulling out the memory card, putting it in the computer, and importing photos into their processing application of choice. However, many professional studio photographers use tethering to more efficiently transfer their images to their computer, but it comes with a lot more benefits than just making the pipeline more efficient. This awesome video will show you some of the benefits and why you should consider implementing it in your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Landscape photography during the summer months can lead to a motivational slump due to the weather conditions. Bright sunshine, clear blue skies, long daylight hours, and busy locations can often lead to a drop in productivity and creativity for the landscape photographer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

Canon recently released a list of RF lenses that it cannot meet the demand for. Is this simply poor planning or a clear sign that its new lenses are exceeding expectations? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

The post The Weekly Photography Challenge – 2021 So Far appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. We’ve passed the half-way mark for 2021 already, almost hard to believe really… This week your photo challenge is super easy – Share your favourite photograph (that you’ve taken) from the first half of 2021. Must be your own photograph. (Do I need to say this?!) Must tag your photo #dPS2021SoFar Has to be from this year. (Obviously haha) Share a note about why it’s your favourite. Your photo can be amazing from a photographic perspective or a special moment for you personally. Mine, below, was a moment that the sun almost poked through when we went for a trip...

Noise removal is a challenge in photography. In raw processing, it can leave images looking muddy. Then, Topaz DeNoise AI came along and changed the game. Now, On1 has launched their own specialist AI-driven software to snap at its heels. Will their NoNoise AI rule supreme? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

SmugMug, a household name when it comes to online image hosting, has developed a new service called Source. Already known for their incredible functions in online display and sales of images, SmugMug is taking the next leap towards providing photographers with new, never-seen-before cloud storage and management service for next to nothing. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Photo By Max Foster Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Black Rain” by Max Foster. Location: Black Canyon of the Gunnison, Colorado. 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 Max Foster appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Sensor size is one of the most fundamental and influential aspects of a camera, and often, when you buy into a certain camera system, you are committing yourself to a certain sensor size unless you spend a lot of money to switch systems again. So, what is the right sensor size for your work? This excellent video discusses why sensor size matters and what the right choice for your wants and needs is. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post College Photography Instructor Bans Kit Lenses, Cites “Subpar” Quality appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. How do you feel about kit lenses? Are they capable of good photos? Or are they an utter waste of time, the type of lens that should be discarded at the earliest opportunity? According to one college photography instructor, who banned the use of kit lenses in her editorial photography course, kit lenses aren’t just poor quality; they simply shouldn’t be used – at least not by photography students. As the instructor explains in her syllabus, “You are talented enough by this point to not compromise your image quality by using these subpar lenses…You should do everything within...

There's plenty of dumb stuff that people say when they get into photography. So, let's dispel some of the common myths that are floating around. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jason Parnell-Brookes)

Kit lenses frequently get a bad reputation as it is, but one photography instructor took things to the next level and banned them from her course. As is typical on the internet, outrage ensued. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Abby Ferguson, MFA)

Well, it can help you with making your buying decision, anyway, and when it comes to lenses, I don’t think they’ve ever been more expensive than they are today. About the only thing more expensive is ink for your printer (my buddy always says, “How is it that home printer ink costs way more than a barrel of crude oil? What’s in that ink? Gold flakes?” But I digress. Anyway, right now a lot of folks are buying lenses for their new mirrorless bodies, maybe replacing the lenses they had for their DSLR. For example, I have a Canon 24-70mm f/2.8 but for my DSLR, not a native mount for my mirrorless body, and B&H has them (but right now they’re...