We all have bad habits in everything we do, whether we admit to them and acknowledge them or not. This photographer goes through six of his own and how he combats them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The post Sunset Predictor: How to Predict Dramatic Sunsets Like a Pro appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Bruce Wunderlich. Did you know that it’s possible to predict – often hours in advance – the drama of the sunset? That way, you know whether it’s worth heading out to shoot, or if you’re better off staying indoors and relaxing on the couch. As a longtime landscape photographer, I’ve become well-versed in sunset predictors. And in this article, I’m going to share everything I’ve learned over the years, focusing on: cloud coverair qualityhumiditywind Bear in mind that you can never predict a sunset with absolute accuracy (to do that, you’d need to see the future!). But the prediction...

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)

Lightning can be a fantastic way to add a bit of drama to a landscape image, though it takes some technique to capture those fleeting moments. This fantastic video tutorial will show you how to photograph and create time-lapses of lightning. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

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)

Supertelephoto zoom lenses have come a long way in the last few years, and there are now a ton of great options out there. This excellent video review takes a look at three popular options: the Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS, Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VXD, and Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

No doubt, strobes are generally the tool of choice for lighting studio portraits, but constant LED lights have seen an increase in capabilities and popularity in the last few years. If you are thinking of using them as an alternative to strobes for your work, this excellent video tutorial will show you some important techniques, camera settings, and helpful tips for getting the best possible results. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Atem Mini switchers have become extremely popular for creatives that wish to take their streaming to the next level. Having the ability to switch between a number of different cameras and angles can be invaluable in many instances. Blackmagic Design seems to have the best options on the market, but which model is the right one for you? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

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)

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...

If you are looking for an affordable set of APS-C Sony E mount Cine lenses, then this article may interest you. Viltrox has just released a new set of manual focus cine lenses for Sony E-mount APS-C cameras with a minimum aperture of T1.5. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Craig Beckta)

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...

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)

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)

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)

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...

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)

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)

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)