From the day I decided to get into photography, I’ve been like a sponge when it comes to absorbing new ideas and techniques, listening to suggestions and purchasing gadgets. As the number of photographers I met expanded in size, I realized some were equipment “junkies” that had to own every gadget on the market. Others were minimalists and stuck with basic gear. As I thought about past friendships I’ve had with photographers in both categories and everything in between, it gave me an idea for this week’s tip. I looked through my camera backpack and realized a lot of pieces of gear I consider staples weren’t even created for photography. Whether you’re an equipment junkie, minimalist or somewhere in between, I...

We live in a three-dimensional environment, so understanding how the nautical terms of roll, pitch, and yaw work can eliminate glaring errors and elevate our photos. While effects are obvious, others are unexpected. Here's an exercise to hone your skills. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

There is sometimes the misconception that natural light only offers one look, but it can be a lot more versatile than you might think. If you know how to read the light, you can create a wide variety of looks suitable for many different applications. This excellent video tutorial will show you three different natural light scenarios, how to find them, and how to use them for shooting photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Using the LCD screen to compose images has become very common in the age of mirrorless cameras. Holding the camera away from your face is convenient when photographing a subject from difficult to reach angles. In some ways, I consider this an excellent advantage that mirrorless cameras have over DSLRs, but in my latest video, I give three reasons why I never use the LCD screen to compose headshots and portraits. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

Wedding photography can come with a unique set of challenges and stress points, which will keep many photographers from ever venturing into the genre, many opting for a route with less pressure. That said, there are ways we can alleviate some of this stress. Perfect planning and preparation prevent poor performance. A mantra we can all follow a little more in our lives. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Waring)

Photo By Ted Uihlein Today’s Photo of the Day is “Autumn’s Palette” by Ted Uihlein. Location: East Dallas Creek, Colorado. “Waves of color spread across the mountainside at East Dallas Creek,” explains Uihlein. “A light dusting of snow shows on Mt. Sneffels.” 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 Ted Uihlein appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

No matter what you shoot, perhaps nothing is more important than mastering the three fundamental camera settings: shutter speed, aperture, and ISO. If you are new to photography and looking to learn the fundamentals, check out this awesome video tutorial that will show you everything you need to know about using the three exposure parameters to create technically correct images and to begin to explore your creative voice with a camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

2022 has been a busy year for Canon, with multiple cameras and lenses released, but it is not over yet. It appears Canon has one more camera in store before the end of the year. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Many of us know Lenny Kravitz for his music but did you know he was a successful photographer too? I think you may be pleasantly surprised at the quality of his work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Parker)

Queen Elizabeth’s passing has received quite a bit of coverage here in the United States. Millions of people turned out not only in London but all over the UK and the globe for various services held in her honor. The coverage has shown the sincere outpouring of respect and affection that the people of her country have for her, but there is a noticeable emphasis on the scale and spectacle of the event. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)

Olympus has been assigning the Zuiko name to its range of high-quality lenses since 1936. Zuiko-branded lenses were made for SLR, rangefinder, and automatic point-and-shoot cameras in medium format, 35mm, and even half-frame formats. Assessing the best of anything in photography leads to vivid debate and lots of room for subjectivity. Here are my 5 reasons why I believe Olympus knocked it out of the park with their Zuiko range, and when you look at all factors are the best film lenses ever made. Be sure to leave a comment to let me know your thoughts. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lucy Lumen)

Photo by Gene Putney Today’s Photo of the Day is “Rocky Mountain Bull Elk” by Gene Putney. Location: Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. “During the Rocky Mountain Elk rut on a September afternoon, this bull ventured away from his harem way out in the meadow and went over this hill,” explains Putney. “After a few minutes, he reappeared and stopped briefly to bugle, letting his presence be known, then returning to his harem.” 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...

We all dream of becoming full-time doing what we love, and in 2022 it seems more possible than ever. The landscape photography genre, however, isn’t always as lucrative as wedding or portrait photography can be. So how do you create a sustainable and solid income in this field, which channels are the ones to focus on, and which are not worth your precious time? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lucy Lumen)

In the post-production process, it's very easy to get carried away and go a little too far with our edits. But sometimes, it's hard for us to tell if we've actually overdone things. This under-used Lightroom tool is great for exposing over-edited images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

The post Rembrandt Lighting: A Portrait Photography Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. Rembrandt lighting uses a single light source to create dark, moody portraits. Photographers love the Rembrandt style because it evokes more emotion than flatter lighting patterns. It’s also relatively simple to implement, especially when you have some control over your light source. But capturing perfect Rembrandt lighting does take some inside knowledge, so in this article, I’ll give you a step-by-step breakdown of my approach. I’ll also cover: When Rembrandt lighting is a good option for portrait photographyHow to get started with Rembrandt lightingRembrandt lighting versus other lighting patterns and stylesAdvanced tips and techniques for Rembrandt lighting Let’s dive right in....

Did you miss a Photo Of The Day last month? View all of September’s selections in our image gallery below!  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 Photos Of The Day For September 2022 appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Part of the challenge of environmental portrait photography is giving your subject the context around them to make the image compelling, but still bringing the viewer's eye to them first and foremost. There are many ways to emphasize your subject, and this excellent video tutorial will show you how to do it using two of the most powerful methods: composition and post-processing. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

We work a lot on learning how to create good images, but most of that work focuses on a single photo at a time. But the mark of a successful photographer is a readily identifiable style that unifies all their work as one. So, why do so many photographers struggle to develop a style? This excellent video dives into the topic and offers some helpful advice along the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When it comes to working with artificial lighting, there is sometimes the misconception that professional images require multiple sources, all of which are big, heavy, and expensive. That is not always the case, though. In fact, you can create professional-level shots with just a single speedlight, and this excellent video tutorial will take you through the entire process, from setting up the shot through post-processing. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

All this hype and scaremongering about AI in photography is missing one crucial point. No matter how good it gets, far from taking over the world of photography, AI will always fail at one critical point. Our recent history tells us why. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)