It is one thing to be a good photographer, but running a successful photo business takes a large set of skills that have nothing to do with a camera. If you are new to working as a professional, check out this fantastic video tutorial that discusses some common business mistakes photographers make and how to fix them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 7 Tips for Beautiful Moon Landscape Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Anne McKinnell. Have you ever found yourself gazing at the night sky, wishing you could capture the ethereal beauty of the moon? You’re not alone – Earth’s closest celestial orb has inspired poets, artists, and dreamers for centuries. Photographing the moon, however, presents a unique set of challenges that can leave even experienced photographers frustrated. Fortunately, despite its difficulties, there are several proven approaches for creating breathtaking moon landscape photography. And in this article, I share my favorites, from using HDR imaging and long-exposure techniques to adding close-up foreground objects to produce compelling compositions. Ready to unravel the secrets of lunar landscape...

The Northern Lights season has now drawn to a close. However, the next couple of seasons could be very special indeed for auroras chasers. Join me as I discuss the beauty of the Northern Lights, some of the science behind them, and how I capture this magical experience. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Greg Sheard)

In the midst of chaos, there exists a small group of brave individuals who risk their lives to document the horrors of war: combat photographers. These individuals point their cameras at the atrocity of war, capturing the brutal reality that unfolds across the landscape of battle. What's created is a visceral reminder of the violence, allowing the public to get just a small glimpse into the nightmares faced by those touched by the fire of combat. The photos we see once the silence has settled offers us a small chance to witness the harrowing experiences they endured, what they needed to do, and what they still carry with them as they try to live their lives in peace. [ Read More...

Can combining ND filters and a flash elevate your portrait images? Miguel Quiles takes us through this technique in depth and provides great advice on how you can make the most of this setup. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Greg Sheard)

Magnets have long been used for their quick and sometimes strong holds. But is a magnetic camera strap a good idea? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jason Vinson)

With the advancements in camera technology and software, focus stacking has never been easier. You can now even stack complex woodland photos without significant difficulty. In this article, I share how to approach such scenes. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

Manny Ortiz is well known for his urban portraiture on the streets of Chicago, and this time, the windy city becomes the rainy city, as he captures some beautiful portraits of his model, Elizabeth, with the new Nikon Z8. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Greg Sheard)

I love watching other photographers at work. In this video, you will see one of my favorite fashion photographs, Lindsay Adler, who is known for studio lighting and Dani Diamond, who prefers natural light. They go head to head on the streets of New York with the same model. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Korbin Bielski)

The latest camera in Fujifilm's highly respected X Series line of mirrorless cameras, the X-S20, is here, and it brings with it some great features at a reasonable price, making it an appealing option for many photographers and filmmakers alike. This great video review takes a look at the new camera and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The highly anticipated final phase of the V&A Photography Centre is now open, and no matter what area of photography holds your interest, this news is worthy of your attention. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kim Simpson)

Have you ever walked by a beauty image on the shelf at ULTA or scrolled by a brilliant shot on Instagram and thought: “I want to make images like that”? Or perhaps you are a photographer who saw a picture and thought: “I could have shot that better!” You have the skills, but you don’t know how to break into the commercial market. In this article, I’ll share about how to break into the market and disclose tips and tricks to succeed in the commercial photography space. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michelle VanTine)

Deep sky astrophotography has long intrigued me. The targets that can be found in the vastness of space are nothing less than impressive. In this video by Trevor Jones of AstroBackyard, he visits the Texas Star Party and captures something incredible! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Greg Sheard)

When I first heard about Lytro's new camera that could create pictures that I could refocus after the fact, I wondered if my career as a photography educator was over. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

Almost all of us have broken a piece of camera gear at some point and felt our hearts sink as we looked at thousands of dollars on the ground. However, I doubt any of us have broken gear as expensive as these shattered lenses. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photography is as much a learned skill as it is a natural talent for some. Whether you fall into the former or the latter category, there are a few practices that you can practice every day that can help you become a better photographer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

Sony has announced the release of two new high capacity CFexpress Type A cards, a 960 GB and 1,920 GB version, which are currently available for preorder now. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Greg Sheard)

When an exhibition of works is announced by a photographer as influential as Diane Arbus, you would be forgiven for assuming that the work was on show in a major venue in New York or London, but you would be wrong. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kim Simpson)

If you shoot real estate and other interior photography, I'm sure you know about flambient style shooting. This video is great to cut down on Photoshop time. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Korbin Bielski)

While apertures like f/1.4 are totally normal for full frame and APS-C cameras, they are almost unheard of in medium format, where most lenses open as wide as f/4 or maybe f/2.8. And so, that makes the Mitakon Zhongyi Speedmaster 65mm f/1.4 quite the intriguing lens right off the bat. Add in its very affordable price, and it becomes an option almost every Fujifilm GFX user should at least take a look at. This great video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)