When the pandemic started, as a professor I had a plan to record all of my lectures in a professional-style studio setup with proper mics, lighting, background, etc. While it was mostly kids and life that got in the way of doing it that way, a huge factor was also the complexity of setting up all the necessary equipment to make it happen. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

Defining and cultivating photographic style is a "long term" endeavor. Samuel Elkins shares his personal journey through this process. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

Photo By Robert Henderson Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Red Colobus Critique” by Robert Henderson. Location: Jozani Forest, Zanzibar Island, Tanzania. “The arboreal leaf-eating Zanzibar red colobus monkeys in the Jozani Forrest are habituated to the presence of humans, but it doesn’t stop them stop them looking a little horrified as they’re commenting to each other about my camera technique,” says Henderson. “They watched me for a few moments and then went back to their normal foraging and play.” Canon EOS 7D Mark II, Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 IS II USM lens at 400mm. Exposure: 1/200 sec., f/6.3, ISO 8000. Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo of the Day is...

When it comes to beauty photography, being able to showcase the details is a crucial aspect, which means the need for strong post-processing skills. If you are looking to improve your work, check out this great video tutorial that will show you how to sharpen and enhance the details in your photos using both Capture One and Photoshop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 6 Times Photoshop Is Better Than Lightroom [Video] appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Lightroom is a fantastic editing program, but should you use it for every edit? Or is Photoshop sometimes the better choice? In the video below, landscape photographer Mark Denney tackles these questions head-on. Denney explains how he incorporates Photoshop into his own workflow, and he lists the six times he always turns to Photoshop over Lightroom. So if you’re wondering whether Photoshop is really necessary, I highly recommend you hear what Denney has to say. And when you’re done, leave a comment on this article letting us know whether you agree or disagree with Denney’s recommendations! The post 6...

For a lot of us, making the move from passionate hobbyist to professional is a dream, but the road there is anything but straight and easy to navigate. If you are ready to start making some income from your photography, this excellent video tutorial will give you some helpful advice to increase your chances of finding success. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 10 Flower Photography Tips for Gorgeous Results appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Anne McKinnell. Are you looking to capture stunning flower photography? You’ve come to the right place! In this article, I’m going to take you through plenty of tips and tricks for gorgeous flower shots. Specifically, I’ll explain: The best light for flower photographyA simple way to create a beautiful soft-focus effectMy secret for amazing foregroundsMuch more! So if you’re ready to improve your photos, then let’s get started. 1. Photograph flowers on an overcast day Did you know that overcast skies are perfect for photographing flowers? It’s true. The soft light of an overcast day complements the delicate petals – plus, there...

A good landscape photograph is about more than just an interesting subject and a proper exposure. A good landscape photo is able to capture and keep the viewer's attention by telling a story and evoking feelings. This excellent video essay discusses just what it is that makes a good landscape photograph and how to make them yourself. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has leapt into photography, and as usual, Olympus cameras lead the way with these new technologies. Great for enticing new photographers into our art, it simplifies capturing images. However, as AI takes its first big steps into photography, will it boost overall sales? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

As a professional commercial photographer, most of my purchases are made as investments. Sadly, not all of them have been, but the general ethos is that I have to invest in my photography to stay relevant in my career choice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Scott Choucino)

Henri Cartier-Bresson is one of the greatest photographers of all time. What is it that gave him his style, and how would you go about recreating it? This video tries to find out. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

This is another brief story about the possibility of progress over the course of a photography career. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

A couple in Alabama were left shocked after Amazon delivered an empty box instead of the Sony a1 worth $7,000 that they ordered — and then refused to give them a refund. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Photoshop is a very complex and intricate program, and it can feel a bit overwhelming when you are new to photography and just starting to learn how to use it. If you are new to the program and wondering how to get started, check out this excellent video tutorial that will get you on the right track in no time. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A superzoom lens can be tremendously convenient and useful in any situation where you need a lot of focal lengths at the same time or want to avoid changing lenses due to the environment. For Nikon mirrorless shooters, there is the 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR lens, and this excellent video review takes a look at the kind of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Gary Fua Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Charmed” by Gary Fua. Location: Bonsai Rock, Lake Tahoe, Nevada. 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 Gary Fua appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The post Glamour Posing Guide: 21 Sample Poses to Get You Started appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Darren Rowse. Looking for glamour photography poses that’ll give stunning results? In this article, I’m going to share 21 glamour pose ideas. You’ll find a pose or two for every model – and you can also have fun tweaking the ideas to fit your subject’s interests. Now, some of the ideas below are nude poses – after all, posing for nudes is a part of glamour photography. But if nudes don’t interest you, that’s completely okay; feel free to skip past. So without further ado, let me share the poses you can use for your glamour portraits, starting with:...

Photography is undoubtedly the art with the lowest entry point. You can just pick up your phone and snap away. With billions of images created every day, they sometimes follow trends. Many beginner photographers start following pages on Instagram that “repost bangers.” However, those bangers are very far from what photography is about. In this article, I will talk about some of the worst photography trends that have become memes. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Apple’s Thunderbolt Display was discontinued in 2016, and we haven’t seen anything quite like it since. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Stephen Kampff)

When Adobe Lightroom separated into two clients, there was a lot of confusion over which was the right one for each person. In this video, we get some insight into the differences between the two. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)