The post 5 Ways to Improve Your Composition Skills appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Andrew S. Gibson. Composition is one of the most important skills you can learn as a photographer. It’s also one of the trickiest elements for beginners to master, and even experienced photographers struggle to perfect their image arrangements. Fortunately, composition has nothing to do with professional gear or expensive destinations. It’s all about observation and analysis of the scene, which anyone can learn, no matter their financial situation. Sure, you may wish to invest in a book or two to help you really dive into compositional techniques, but you can also find plenty of information here on dPS. That’s why learning to...

Check out this short video below and you’ll see why this often overlooked masking tool is one of most useful of all the masking tools. Pretty darn handy, right? This is for travel photographers: Today on scottkelby.com I shared the best travel power adapter I’ve ever used. I love this thing. Here’s the link. have a great Monday everybody! –Scott The post Are you Overlooking One of Lightroom’s Best Masking Tools? appeared first on Lightroom Killer Tips. Original link(Originally posted by Scott Kelby)

Color has a huge influence on how viewers perceive images. Interestingly, it mostly happens subconsciously. The average onlooker does not know why an image transmits a certain mood—it occurs without them knowing. As a photographer, it’s important you master the why so you can knowingly incorporate it into your creations. This week’s tip explains how color affects people in ways that communicate feelings or a frame of mind. Certain colors project impressions that lure onlookers in numerous ways. Begin to utilize color to magically influence those who study your photos. It’s imperative to understand how color affects an onlooker. Imagine how futuristic and Jedi it could be to know you have “the force” to channel one’s thoughts and emotions when someone...

In a recent article, I shared a selection of easy-to-avoid photo editing mistakes. Today, it's time for five more. Some of them might sound obvious, while others are more subtle. What they all have in common: they can ruin an otherwise great edit. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

A Texas man is suing a sheriff's deputy and Dallas County after he says his personal information was broadcast to over 100 people when the deputy livestreamed his traffic stop on TikTok. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Canon recently released their corporate strategy for the next few years, and it sheds some light on where they plan to take their camera and lens business. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

In recent years, boudoir photography has experienced quite a surge in popularity, attracting women of all ages and backgrounds who want to capture their beauty in a classy and sensual way. While it's true that the rise in confidence and body positivity among women has played a significant role in this trend, there are several other factors contributing to its growing popularity. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Rex Jones)

Modern cameras are tremendously complex and intricate machines, and as such, there are often settings that may not be the best choice for your work and may even cause you to miss a shot or not come home with the best quality images. This excellent video tutorial features a seasoned photographer showing you some important settings you should consider changing to improve your workflow and photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Nunzio Guerrera Today’s Photo of the Day is “Great View” by Nunzio Guerrera. Location: Banff National Park, Alberta. 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 Nunzio Guerrera appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

In recent years, Tamron has entirely reinvented themselves as a company that produces competitive lenses that offer excellent performance and image quality at prices that are often significantly more affordable than many first-party options. One of their latest lenses, the 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD, offers a highly versatile focal length range suitable for a huge range of genres and applications. 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)

When it comes to landscape photography, many photographers like to stick to the golden light that is only available around sunrise and sunset, when warm, dramatic rays of sunlight cascade through the frame. However, if you only shoot during those times, you are missing out on a ton of photo opportunities. This great video tutorial features an experienced landscape photographer showing you why different times and conditions can make for worthwhile images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Creative ruts happen to just about everyone, and they can be both frustrating and detrimental, particularly if you derive your income from your work, often leading to a vicious circle. If you find yourself stuck in a rut and unsure of how to get out of it, check out this great video that discusses why these lulls happen and what you can do to get the creative juices flowing again. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 8 Tips for Beautiful Landscape Photography in the Rain appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. Many landscape photographers try to avoid shooting in the rain, but I encourage you to give it a chance. Rainy scenes tend to look gorgeously moody, and stormy clouds can lend a wonderful softness to the light. Don’t worry about getting wet or ruining your gear, either – there are ways to avoid these issues, as I explain below.  In this article, I share with you eight valuable tips for taking stunning landscape photographs in the rain. I discuss: How to protect your equipment during a rainy photoshootHow to pick the right settingsSome fun ideas for shooting on...

On the never-ending camera buyer’s merry-go-round? Here are a few lessons I’ve learned along the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Balancing the exposure of a complex scene can be tricky, particularly when the dynamic range is wide. In this video, learn the basics of avoiding blown highlights ruining your landscape and nailing the perfect exposure instead. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

There have been some mighty impressive moon shots taken with cell phones these days, but are they even real? In the case of Samsung's Galaxy S23 Ultra, the answer is: maybe. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

When I got the opportunity to test out this lens, I jumped at the chance. An ultra-wide angle zoom at f/2.8 would be great for so many different photographic applications: landscape, architectural, interior, astrophotography, events, creative, and video, to name a few. Did I get the opportunity to test it out with all of these? No, but what I did get to try certainly produced the results. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

Photo By Charles Cormier Today’s Photo of the Day is “Frozen Traveler” by Charles Cormier. Location: Alstead, New Hampshire. “Out on the ice in Alstead, New Hampshire, under Orion and Milky Way,” describes Cormier. “The winter night sky is stunning as the cold air allows for clearer visibility.” 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 Charles Cormier appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Photography can be an exceptionally expensive hobby, but it needn't be in most situations. If you're thinking about getting your first camera and a lens, this budget setup might give you the most back for your buck. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Landscape photography is a challenging genre that requires good technique, planning, creative visions, and sometimes, just a bit of luck. If you would like to improve your landscape photography, check out this fantastic video tutorial that features an experienced photographer sharing 10 common mistakes landscape shooters make and how to fix them or avoid them altogether. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)