Capturing birds mid-flight can be incredibly tricky and requires a lot of know-how. One of the biggest hurdles was the camera itself, but fortunately, we now have more tools at our disposal than ever before. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

I remember vividly in July of 2019 when Skylum announced Luminar 4, software that featured Sky Replacement. A ho-hum feature for some, it was seen as a major gift by many photographers who wanted an easy way to replace a bland or cloudless sky. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mel Martin)

The post Flash Modes in Photography: A Beginner’s Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. Flash is an extremely powerful photography tool, but it certainly doesn’t excite everyone. I’ve seen plenty of people shy away from using flash, often because they don’t understand the various flash modes or how to make the most of them. But here’s the deal: While adding flash does bring in a new layer of complexity when taking photos, it isn’t hard to learn – and once you’ve got the hang of it, you’ll wish you had started using it years prior! Note that I seldom use the little built-in camera flash (except as a trigger for my external flashes). Why?...

Photographing The World: Japan, our newest photography tutorial with Elia Locardi, is finally live. And as always, we filmed an entire behind-the-scenes series of its creation. This is Episode 1. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lee Morris)

Sometimes a tripod just needs to be easier to carry for when you might need it. This tripod from SmallRig definitely fits that role. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)

With everything photographers are bombarded by these days, it can be easy to confuse what you want versus what you need. This excellent video essay features an experienced photographer discussing a range of things modern photographers often want versus the things that will actually make them better and happier creatives. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

How much clutter is there in your life? Don’t you wish that your photography gear was better than what you have? Now is a great time to change that situation with a little help from MPB. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

The way you see light and the way your camera sees light are quite different, and as such, it is important to understand the differences to ensure you get the correct exposure and to be able to anticipate when your camera might get it wrong. This great video tutorial discusses how cameras meter photos, what to be aware of, and when you should consider switching to manual metering. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It used to be that you would generally have to choose an APS-C or full frame camera to ensure reasonable levels of image quality and performance in all scenarios, but in recent years, we have seen significant advancements in the capabilities of small cameras, and they now make for excellent options for a wide range of applications. Along with that, they offer a nice gamut of advantages over their bigger cousins. This helpful video tutorial offers five tips for getting the most out of smaller cameras. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The more I see AI churn out headshots and portraits with twisted appendages and those weird, dead eyes, the less I'm sweating about artificial presences taking over the photography world. Why fight AI when you can make it work for you? So, instead of pushing it away, I've started using AI tools in my day-to-day. It's not replacing my job; it's just handling the mundane stuff. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jeremy Bustin)

The post Zno’s Album Designer: Create Memorable Albums That Clients Love appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. If you’re a professional event photographer, you know that clients adore photo albums. Wedding albums, newborn albums, Bar and Bat Mitzvah albums – they look gorgeous, tell the event’s story, and make fantastic gifts. In other words, offering custom-made albums is a superb way to satisfy clients, and they can help you boost profits, too. But designing high-quality albums can be tedious, difficult, and time-consuming. That’s where an album-design app like Zno Designer comes in. Zno Designer provides a straightforward, intuitive method for designing, creating, and even printing breathtaking photo albums. It’s cloud-based, so there’s no software to...

Landscape photography is an art that requires skill, creativity, and an understanding of the natural environment. While beginners can capture stunning images, seasoned professionals have honed their craft over the years and mastered some advanced techniques. In this article, we will explore five landscape photography tricks that only pros know. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Darren Spoonley)

Backlighting in portraiture offers a huge range of creative possibilities, whether adding a bit of shimmer to your subject's hair, including a dramatic sunset in the frame, or one of many other options. However, the use of backlighting takes some special considerations to ensure you get the results you have in mind. This helpful video tutorial will show you what you need to know to maximize your image quality. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Waterfalls are an extremely popular photography subject, particularly since they offer the chance to really flex our creative muscles and make dynamic, compelling shots. If you would like to take your waterfall images to the next level, check out this fantastic video tutorial by an experienced landscape photographer that walks you through his process and offers a range of helpful tips and advice along the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

How many smartphone photography tools have you purchased and eventually misplaced or have forgotten about? Maybe these cleverly designed accessories will serve you better. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)

Perhaps no lens is ubiquitous than the 24-70mm f/2.8, which is the workhorse of choice for countless photographers and filmmakers due to how adept it is at handle a huge range of genres and applications. That being said, it is far from the only such choice. One intriguing choice is that 24-105mm f/4, and this great video discusses why you might want to consider one for your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Regrets are horrible to have, but they're also information-rich and necessary in many cases. We all have some, but in the context of photography, do you have any? Photographers reveal their biggest regrets to Nigel Danson. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

One of the classic challenges of photography is bringing a sense of depth to what is a two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional scene. Understanding how to manipulate both color and contrast in post-processing can go a long way in helping you achieve this. This awesome video tutorial will show you how to use tools in Lightroom to give your landscape images a sense of depth. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I love all types of documentaries, and I think it's very important that artists and photographers educate themselves on the past greats and present ones working today. I watch documentaries on photography, fashion, art, and anything else I find interesting. It’s an education coming from a very successful person in that field that everyone can learn from, and I find them to be very inspirational. When I don’t feel inspired or I'm frustrated with things not working out for me, I put on a photography or artist doc and learn about their past struggles and their process that they go through. It’s always a great way to remind myself that everything is going to workout and to create that crazy idea....

PhotoPills might be the most popular app for planning photoshoots. However, there is another feature-rich app that can do even more. In this video, Alyn Wallace shows the app Planit Pro and some of its unique features. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)