Mother’s Day is an important day for any mother, but it is even more exciting for the soon-to-be mother. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Dwayne Adams)

Photo By Ryan Cairl Today’s Photo of the Day is “Early Wake-Up Call” by Ryan Cairl. 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 Ryan Cairl appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

When it comes to portraiture, for the most part, 85mm is the traditional choice, with focal lengths around that number also seen as alternatives, such as 50mm, 100mm, and 135mm. 35mm is often used for portraiture, though it is rarely thought of as a primary option, being just a little wide for closer shots. Nonetheless, one well-known portrait photographer actually prefers 35mm above all other focal lengths, and this great video shares why, along with a wide range of images demonstrating its benefits. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The 85mm prime is a pretty highly regarded focal length for a lot of portrait photographers, with most boasting a deliciously wide maximum aperture. But is it simply too awkward a focal length? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Barrow)

The post 6 Tips for Conveying Character and Personality in Wildlife Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Will Nicholls. Are your wildlife photos feeling a little bit uninspired? Animal subjects are often fascinating to observe and photograph, but if you want to create compelling wildlife images, it’s important to go beyond technical mastery and produce images that convey both the character and personality of the subject. You might be a bit skeptical here, but most animals do have personalities. I am doubtful this applies to certain creatures (e.g., ants), but mammals in particular have traits and habits. Some may be bold and investigate new things, whereas others may retreat and shy away from disturbances. I encourage you...

Rapid changes in our global climate conditions are putting the Earth's landscapes at risk. Andrew Geraci and Project Preservation are creating a global public database to preserve and document rare and beautiful landscapes for future generations. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Reza Malayeri)

Buying a camera is one of the most exciting and important decisions a photographer can make, and as such, it deserves some careful thought. Before you pull out your credit card, check out this fantastic video tutorial that offers 10 bits of helpful advice to help ensure you pick the right camera for your needs, wants, and budget. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

There is no lack of film photograpers, despite digital photography's dominance, though it is becoming increasingly more expensive to do. One film-centric photographer has become a disciple of a digital camera that does its best to straddle both worlds. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Golden hour is a magical time of the day for photography, characterized by warm and soft light that can turn even the most mundane scenes into stunning works of art. This period occurs twice a day, during the hour after sunrise and the hour before sunset, and is highly sought after by photographers for its dreamy and ethereal qualities. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pye Jirsa)

Photo By Mark Koskulitz Today’s Photo of the Day is “Yosemite Falls” by Mark Koskulitz. Location: Yosemite 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 Mark Koskulitz appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

While you can do it at any time of day you wish, landscape photography is often done around sunrise and sunset, and that can often require you to be in position, far from home, at very early and late hours. And because of that, camping for landscape photography can not only be fun, it can be quite practical for getting the shots you want. This fun video follows a landscape photographer as he camps overnight and shows you the experience. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Good lights can make all the difference in the quality of work you can produce as a photographer. If you've never heard of a self-inflating light, then today might be the day you add one to your camera bag. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Parker)

The post 5 Tips for Successful Photography Location Scouting (+ Examples) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Karthika Gupta. If you want to capture great portraits, then location scouting is a truly essential skill. While it’s often tempting to simply schedule a session, pick a nice-sounding location (e.g., the nearby park), then show up with your camera and gear bag in tow, that’s a recipe for disaster. Sure, it might work some of the time, but you’ll eventually run into problems – construction, bad lighting angles, bad backgrounds, huge crowds, etc., – that’ll ruin an entire session and leave your clients deeply frustrated. That’s where location scouting comes in. By spending time actually considering potential locations in...

There have been some magnificent improvements in the abilities of cameras over the last few years, not least in lenses and camera focusing systems. The technical advancements have almost taken camera skills out of our hands. But is this good or bad for photography? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Canon's latest lens, the RF 100-300mm f/2.8 L IS USM, is here, and it promises some of the most extreme design and optical performance ever seen, making it an especially intriguing option for a wide range of photographers, including sports and wildlife shooters. This excellent video takes a look at the new lens and what you might be able to expect from it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post dPS Weekly Photo Challenge – Window-Light Portraits appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. You have a week to work on your photograph for this challenge ‘Window-Light Portraits’ and we even have a great blog post to help you along your way, head over to the link below and have a read! Make sure you tag your photographs #dPSWeeklyChallenge and #dPSWindowLightPortraits this week! One new photo taken for each challenge! 7 Tips for Gorgeous Window Light Portraits Notice the soft light and nice catchlights. A reflector was used for this portrait. Last day of school holidays here in Melbourne, kids back at school = more time out of the house with the camera for me...

Denoise software has made exponential growth over the past several years and arguably become a necessity for many genres of photography. The market has been highly competitive and typically always required extra software which might be completely shaken up by Adobe. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Armitage)

Being a photographer permanently changes the way you travel. One sees the world and every destination in a different way that is fueled by curiosity and wonder. At the same time, it also means carrying more stuff around with you. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)

Photo By Hi il Lee Today’s Photo of the Day is “Line” by Hi il Lee. Location: New Mexico. 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 Hi il Lee appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

I've long been a fan of Fujifilm's X100 series of cameras, the "T" model being my gateway drug into the Fuji X system. Fuji's X100V, the latest and greatest in the lineup, launched in 2020, seems near impossible to find even in 2023. So, what's a photographer to do? Try this instead. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)