We know the EOS R1, Canon's mirrorless flagship camera, is on its way at some point, but it turns out that that will likely not be the only powerful RF mount camera we see this year, as another "exciting" mirrorless body is likely on the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The background is an element of a scene that's easy to overlook, but it has huge power over the final image. Here are two of the best backgrounds for accentuating skin tones in your portraits. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

You have carefully perfected your technique, you have developed a creative style, and you are ready to truly invest in a professional-level camera. How do you choose the right one for your work? Before you drop a significant amount of money on one, check out this fantastic video that details what you should be looking for in a professional camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

In this video tutorial, watch as Dean Samed shows you his top five tips on how to use the pen tool in Photoshop. It is the sharpest and most precise way to cut out anything. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Clinton Lofthouse)

While March might be a bit early for me to already be filling out my holiday wish list for Santa Claus, the recent announcement that Nikon is developing a Z 9 to be released this year already has me in a festive mood. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

One of the most difficult things in editing isn't knowing how to color grade, use radial filters, or Photoshop. It's knowing what a photo needs once you sit down to edit it and these five tips should help guide you in tackling any photo you have. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Armitage)

We’re excited to announce that Madavor Media, publisher of Outdoor Photographer, has just launched Image Creators Network, a new website that connects you to the latest trends and technology in the art of imaging.  At Image Creators Network, you’ll find the latest articles from Outdoor Photographer, as well as our sister publications Imaging Resource, Digital Photo, Digital Photo Pro and HDVideoPro. From gear news and reviews at Imaging Resource, to quick tips and photography trends at Digital Photo, professional advice and techniques at Digital Photo Pro, and cutting-edge cinema and video tech at HDVideoPro, Image Creators Network presents the world of photo and video today in a comprehensive collection. You’ll also find easy access to our current photography contests, as...

Congratulations to James Day for winning the Tell Us A Story Assignment with the image, “Life Is Good.” See more of James Day’s photography at www.jdaypix.com. 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 Tell Us A Story Assignment Winner James Day appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Sony just released its fastest-ever lens in the shape of the 50mm f/1.2 GM, so there’s now a question to be asked: out of Canon, Nikon, and Sony, which manufacturer makes the best 50mm f/1.2 prime? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Sony FE 50mm F1.2 G Master The Sony FE 50mm F1.2 G Master is the thirteenth lens in the company’s series of premium optics and the eight prime. It’s also the fastest lens in the series with its ƒ/1.2 maximum aperture. The lens features a new 11-blade circular diaphragm to produce exceptional defocusing “bokeh” when shooting at large apertures. It has a minimum focusing distance of 1.32 feet and includes four XD linear autofocus motors for fast, quiet AF, especially helpful when shooting video with focus tracking. Like other G Master lenses, the Sony FE 50mm F1.2 G Master incorporates robust weather sealing. The FE 50mm F1.2 G Master will be available in May with a list price of $2,000. For...

The show Stranger Things created a stunning way of representing the inner mind of the character Eleven, showing her in an endless black void and standing upon a reflective layer of water. How is this achieved, and how do you avoid electrocuting your cast in the process? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Sony has just announced its sixtieth lens: a brand new, fast, high-end prime, the FE 50mm f/1.2 G-Master. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Photo By Christoph Stopka Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Frosty Hillside” by Christoph Stopka. Location: Wet Mountains, Colorado. “The hoar frost had settled only on selected trees and the pattern of the frosted trees on the side of this slope in the foothills of the Wet Mountains was just beautiful,” describes Stopka. 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 Christoph Stopka appeared first on Outdoor...

Skylum is pushing out a free update to their LuminarAI program for Mac and Windows with a host of new and sought-after features. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mel Martin)

Adobe has just released updates to Lightroom Classic (10.2) and Lightroom (4.2) for Mac/Win, as well as Lightroom on Android/iOS (6.2). You may have seen my post last week about the newly released updates to Adobe Camera Raw (13.2), and if not, go check that out. Heads up, the new Super Resolution feature added to Camera Raw has not made it into this release of LrC and Lr, but both LrC 10.2 and Lr 4.2 support importing the DNG files created by Super Resolution (which I discuss in the previous link above). Lightroom Classic This release is primarily focused on performance improvements, which is probably one of the most asked for areas for Adobe to address. As much as we like...

The post Composition in Photography: A Complete (and Modern) Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Ana Mireles. If you’re looking to learn about composition in photography, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, I’ll cover what composition is, and I’ll explain how to use it to make your images eye-catching and unique. So whether you’re a beginner photographer learning the basics or a more experienced shooter who wants to improve, read on to find out some of the most effective composition tools, concepts, and guidelines available! What is composition in photography? Composition in photography refers to the position of elements inside the frame and how they interact with each other. Ultimately, composition is about...

One of the most common ways to make money through landscape photography is to sell prints, but with such a crowded market, it can be tricky to stand out. This excellent tutorial discusses some of the best-selling types of prints as well as some helpful tips for maximizing your sales. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you don’t have a ton of fancy lighting gear at home, this doesn’t mean that you can’t produce gorgeous studio-style images. This in-depth video tutorial shows you how to get great results using minimal equipment from the comfort of your own garage and dives deep into how they're edited in Lightroom. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Photo By Gerry Groeber Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Rooted In Time” by Gerry Groeber. Location: Prescott, Arizona. “After four months of staying at home, I had to force myself to go out and create,” explains Groeber. “This image is to fresh starts.” See more of Gerry Groeber’s photography at www.gerrygroeber.com. Photo of the Day is chosen from various OP galleries, including Assignments, Galleries and the OP Contests. Assignments have weekly winners that are featured on the OP 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 Gerry Groeber appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

No matter how good you are, there is always room to learn more and improve as a photographer. There are many different levels you go through in your development as a photographer, and knowing where you are can help you prioritize where to focus your attention next. This insightful video discusses the five levels of proficiency as a photographer and what it means to be at each one. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)