Viltrox has earned a reputation for producing very affordable lenses whose image quality often surpasses what you might expect at their respective prices. And at $429, the AF 13mm f/1.4 lens continues that trend, offering a wide focal length and wide aperture for Sony, Fujifilm, and Nikon APS-C users. This great video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you hop on Instagram and check out popular landscape photography hashtags or locations, and you will probably notice a lot of the same sort of style of images. As such, a lot of photography advice tells you to develop your own style simply so you can stand out from the crowd. Is that the best approach, though? This excellent video features an experienced landscape photographer discussing why that can actually get you in a bit of trouble. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Fall is here in many places, and with it comes tremendous photography opportunities of all sorts. One interesting way to take advantage of those gorgeous colors is to integrate waterfalls and moving water in the shot. This great video tutorial will show you some awesome ideas for autumn photography with rivers and waterfalls. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 10 Photography Quotes Everyone Should Know appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Guest Contributor. Quotes by photographers such as Ansel Adams, Henri Cartier-Bresson, and Imogen Cunningham might seem old and dated, but in my view, they’re more relevant – and necessary – than ever before. So in this article, I share my absolute favorite photography quotes, including plenty of classics covering creativity, improving your photos, working as a photographer, and even photo editing. In this age of social media, it’s easy to get so focused on likes, shares, and followers that we forget about what really matters. Read through the following quotes. Learn from the masters. And let them explain what this beautiful craft called...

Right as Adobe was announcing all the cool new stuff in Lightroom (and Photoshop) last week, we released a brand new course that not only shows you what’s new, but more than that, it shows you how to use the new features in your work. Also, it’s short, sweet and right to the point (and the course is getting rave reviews, which as an educator, I am thrilled to see). Check out the trailer below: Here’s a link to the course (If you’re not already a KelbyOne member, you can buy just the individual course and watch it right now). The Travel Photography Conference Starts Tomorrow Well, it actually kicks off today with some pre-conference sessions, and I’m teaching one today...

This week’s tip isn’t based on a single theme or idea. Focus on the fact that the important aspect in each paragraph is dedicated to a single photographic concept. Everything below can be applied to any topic, subject or theme of image making. In essence, what follows are the attributes that I find are the keys to apply to every photo you create from this day forward. It’s All About The Light Photo = light // graphy = to write. Without light, a photograph can’t be made. The better the light, the better the photo. If you’ve been with me on a Serengeti safari or domestic nature photo tour, you know I live by the following words—“It’s All About The Light.”...

The issue of whether or not photographers should work for free is a polarizing one. Some of us feel we should not haul thousands of dollars worth of lighting and camera gear to a location and spend a full day shooting just to gain a reward that comes in the form of intangible exposure. Others feel doing regular collaborations with like-minded peers to produce new work is valuable in nurturing a photographer’s creative process. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)

It doesn't matter how great your composition is or how spectacular your colors might be, if your image is not crisply focused, then you most likely need to toss it in the trash. Learn how to nail your focus for tack-sharp images every time. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

Landscape photography is a popular and well-established genre, and as such, there are certain established practices and advice given to budding photographers. And while a lot of it is good, some can pigeonhole you into styles or techniques that are actually detrimental to your development and the images you create. This excellent video tutorial features an experienced landscape photographer debunking some common advice and showing why you are better off going another way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you dive into flash photography, it is said that manual flash is the only way to go. It offers full control over the amount of light. Although this is true, there are situations when TTL flash measurement is the better choice. I’m talking about on-camera flash photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

The Fujifilm X100 series of mirrorless cameras has long been popular for both its image quality and for the shooting experience it provides. If you have never used one and are curious about what it is like, check out this excellent video review that discusses just why it is such a fun camera to work with. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Jeff Sullivan Today’s Photo of the Day is “The Sunset That Wouldn’t End” by Jeff Sullivan. Location: Death Valley National Park, California. 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 Jeff Sullivan appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The Sony a7 series has become one of the most highly respected and popular lines of mirrorless cameras, well known for offering an excellent balance of photo and video features that allow creatives to produce professional work in just about any situation. So, is the a7 IV still the hybrid camera to beat? This great video review takes a look at how it holds up after a year of usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When it comes to retouching skin, there are several ways to accomplish the same task, some more efficient and easier than others. If you would like an easy way to quickly and effectively edit skin in Photoshop, check out this great video tutorial that will show you just such a workflow. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It seems like 2022 saw a big upgrade from the big three phone makers as far as cameras go. Google's Pixel 7 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, and iPhone 14 Pro all made huge strides from previous iterations when it came to making images, but which one had the biggest improvement? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

The post 10 Easy Tips for Gorgeous Rainbow Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Darren Rowse. Rainbows make amazing photographic subjects – but capturing a rainbow in all its glory can be surprisingly difficult. For the best shots, you need to: Find a stunning rainbowSelect the right settingsArrange a beautiful compositionApply careful post-processing It’s enough to make anyone overwhelmed – but don’t fret! In this article, I explain everything you need to know for amazing rainbow photography, including handy tips to improve your compositions, pick the right settings, level up your post-processing, and more. So if you’re ready to learn all the secrets to photographing rainbows, then let’s dive right in! 1. Find a beautiful rainbow...

Optical snoots are great ways to get creative images with crisp edges, but you are limited by the horrible gobo collections. Here's how I found a way to make your own for about $11. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jeff Bennion)

GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) is a real problem for most photographers, especially as we enter the holiday season. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

While Canon initially focused on full frame cameras and lenses with the RF mount, the release of cameras like the EOS R7 and EOS R10 and associated RF-S lenses has shown that the company also intends to develop APS-C options in tandem with the full frame line. For those APS-C cameras, there are two relatively new lens options, the RF-S 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM and RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM. Which one is right for you? This excellent video comparison will help you pick. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Some of my favorite creative photography techniques to use are those that allow us to capture moments in ways we could never see using just our eyes. One technique, in particular, that I turn to for capturing unique portraits involves using long exposure, aka shutter drag. Long exposure portraits open up a number of creative possibilities and often result in “wow” moments with my clients. Putting the technique to use does require some skill and preparation, but it’s easy enough to master once you know the basics. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pye Jirsa)