What percentage of your photos do you discard because they are blurry? The most common question I get asked by photographers is why so many of their images are not sharp. There can be a myriad of reasons, and here are the most common issues photographers face. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

What transforms an average photographer into one able to land high-paying campaigns? Surprisingly, it has little to do with fancy gear or technical skills. In this great video essay, an experienced pro photographer and educator argues that developing a distinct creative voice and specialty is the key ingredient propelling artistic greats to the top tiers of success. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Getting a new camera can be an exciting experience. With so many buttons and menu options, it's easy to feel overwhelmed trying to set everything up perfectly right out of the box. In this helpful video, an experienced photographer provides her top five tips for getting started with a new camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

As AI imagery becomes more realistic and the barrier to entry for AI image creation gets lower, the need to authenticate whether an image is real or fake is imperative. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jason Vinson)

The post 12 Tips for Photographing Dragonflies appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Richard Beech. This article was updated in November 2023 with contributions from Richard Beech and Steve Berardi. Dragonflies and damselflies are fascinating insects that can be particularly photogenic due to their bright colors and striking patterns. They’re a favorite of insect macro photographers, and when photographed well, the results can be breathtaking. However, there are several major difficulties when it comes to dragonfly photography: your subjects get scared easily, and it often seems like they just never land so you can photograph them! Fortunately, capturing great shots of damselflies and dragonflies might be easier than you think! With the right techniques and a bit...

As photographers, we just want to photograph. But if you want to make a living in the world of photography, you need to know how to work the business side of things as well. This often means dealing with clients, understanding marketing concepts, and learning how to create and optimize websites. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nate Torres)

In the world of combat photography, there have been countless individuals who have risked their lives to document the harsh realities unfolding in front of them. Among these brave photographers, one name stands out with a unique legacy – Dickey Chapelle. Born Georgette Louise Meyer on March 14, 1919, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and adopting the nickname Dickey from a childhood friend, her remarkable journey not only left behind a trove of iconic images, but also paved the way for generations of photojournalists to follow in her footsteps. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Rudzikewycz)

The Canon EF 200mm f/1.8L USM is an extraordinary telephoto lens from decades past that remains a modern classic. Despite its 35-year-old optical formula, its spectacular performance on high-resolution sensors, rich history, and mythical reputation in the Canon ecosystem still make it relevant for knowledgeable enthusiasts today. Check out what it can do. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

As a working photographer, I often receive messages from beginners who need camera-buying advice. While I do write for a photography outlet, I am not as updated with the latest camera tech as you might first assume. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

In the relentless pursuit of pixel-peeping perfection, it's easy for photographers to get caught up chasing the latest ultra-sharp lenses engineered to neutral precision. While these impressive modern optics have their place, an increasing number of photographers are finding magic in the flaws and imperfections of vintage glass. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Wide-aperture 50mm lenses are some of the most popular out there, with their versatility making them at home in a huge range of genres and applications. For APS-C shooters, the Brightin Star 35mm f/0.95 offers that classic combination at an extremely affordable price, and it surprises with some impressive results. This great video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

As a professional photographer, I have a love-hate relationship with cameras. I love them because they enable me to pursue my passion, but I also find them frustrating at times. However, amid this complex relationship, I've managed to discover one camera that embodies everything I love about photography while sparing me from the aspects I dislike. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Mastering tone curves in Lightroom is a rite of passage for many photo editors. This great video tutorial makes the notoriously tricky technique approachable for beginners and experts alike. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

In this video, landscape photographer William Patino takes us behind the scenes of capturing an epic landscape photo in New Zealand. He shares his complete process, including the photo editing in Lightroom. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

This is the best Black Friday/Cyber Monday deal we’ve ever put together on a KelbyOne Pro Membership – it’s an incredible bundle of educational courses and goodies, and this is the best time ever to join, with full access to nearly 1,000 online full-length online courses to stream on-demand 24/7, including the most comprehensive Lightroom training courses anywhere! The post Our “Black Friday” Best Deal Of The Year on KelbyOne Lightroom, Photoshop and Photography Training Is Here appeared first on Lightroom Killer Tips. Original link(Originally posted by Scott Kelby)

The post dPS Bi-Weekly Photo Challenge: Thanksgiving appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. If you celebrate Thanksgiving, this challenge is for you. If you don’t celebrate Thanksgiving, this challenge is for you! (You can be thankful for that) “Thanksgiving is a holiday celebrated primarily in the United States as a day of giving thanks for the blessings of the harvest and the preceding year” You can share a photo, or up to five photos as a series of how your Thanksgiving went, or, you can share a photo or a series of five photographs of something you’ve been thankful for in the last year. Make sure you include the hashtags #dPSWeeklyChallenge and #dPSThanksGiving in your post,...

It's time for great photography savings with some of the biggest deals of the year. If you happen to be looking for new gear, a faster or easier way to edit your photos, or a more efficient shooting workflow, here are offers that will help. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Strauss)

Yet another re-review of a discontinued but still very valid camera. The Fujifilm X-T4 slightly moved away from what made Fujifilm unique, but not in a bad way. It pushed the series into new areas and appealed to the dual creator quite confidently. Is it still worth getting today? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ondřej Vachek)

Many photographers seek a versatile "do-it-all" zoom lens to use for the variety of shooting scenarios they face, keeping it mounted to their camera at all times. This type of lens tends to offer a useful zoom range as well as a moderately fast aperture around f/2.8 or f/4. For Fujifilm shooters looking for this kind of walkaround optic, this helpful video review examines the XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It has been 60 years since the assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963, and the event remains etched in America's national memory. In this fascinating video, CBS News revisits that fateful day in Dallas through the eyes of photographer Bob Jackson, who was assigned to cover JFK's visit for the Dallas Times Herald and who won a Pulitzer Prize for his work related to the event. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)