The post Weekly Photography Challenge – Song appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Well, ‘Photos based on a song or album cover’ was what Susan suggested, So you can go with either. Share your photograph in the comments section under this post, or on our Facebook group. How will you depict ‘Photos based on a song or album cover’ Maybe setup a scene to mimic the cover of your favourite album, maybe it could be one of those mildly amusing self portraits where you hold the album cover in front of your face (Many super cheap album covers to be had in op shops!) you’ll need to get creative for this one, which is the aim...

Zoom lenses have come a long way in the last decade, but primes still hold the advantage in maximum aperture, portability, and often, image quality. All this is why a lot of photographers steadfastly stick with bags of prime lenses instead of just a zoom or two. So, why would a prime enthusiast use zoom lenses? This great video essay features an experienced photographer discussing the issue. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Fstoppers community is brimming with creative vision and talent. Every day, we comb through your work, looking for images to feature as the Photo of the Day or simply to admire your creativity and technical prowess. In 2022, we're featuring a new photographer every month, whose portfolio represents both stellar photographic achievement and a high level of involvement within the Fstoppers community. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Marti Phillips Today’s Photo of the Day is “Marmolada” by Marti Phillips. Location: Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. “Sunrise on Marmolada as seen from Refugio Lagazuoi, just a week before a large serac on the mountain collapsed due to warming temperatures, killing eleven and injuring eight hikers,” explains Phillips. 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 Marti Phillips appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

There's expensive. Then there's very expensive, and at $12,000, the Sony 400mm f/2.8 GM OSS lens falls into the latter category. So, what makes it so expensive, and most importantly, is it worth it? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

There are a lot of ways to approach landscape photography, but when you are thinking about what gear to take, it is worth considering the fact that you will often have to hike several miles with a bag of cameras and lenses on your back. So, should you reconsider what is in your bag? This excellent video essay discusses why a more unusual lens choice might be the best for your landscape photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Canon 7D line of APS-C DSLRs were quite popular during their era, as they offered professional features seen in much more expensive lines like the flagship 1D series at a much more affordable price. In the mirrorless era, the EOS R7 has taken over that role, and it brings with it an impressive range of new features and upgrades that make it an intriguing option for a wide range of options. This excellent video review takes an in-depth look at the 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 post Skylum to Add Focus Stacking Extension to Luminar Neo appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Skylum has unveiled the fifth extension for its flagship editing program, Luminar Neo:  Focus Stacking, which will allow photographers to blend multiple photos for extreme depth of field effects. Luminar Neo debuted back in February 2022; like Luminar AI before it, the program combined conventional processing tools and AI technology to give photographers of all stripes – including beginners – unprecedented editing power. More recently, Skylum announced its intentions to provide a series of paid updates, called “extensions,” that offer additional functionality for photo editors. Two Luminar extensions are already available, and Skylum has promised to launch an...

Although depth of field is often discussed in portrait photography, the conversation tends to center around background bokeh. In this article and the accompanying video, however, I would like to address depth of field as it relates to the face itself and attempt to answer the question as to which aperture is best for photographing faces. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

Every photographer worries strives for the best possible photos, and high-ISO noise is one of the most common reasons for a reduction in image quality. It might be something we worry about just a little too much, though. This excellent video essay makes a case for why we should be willing to embrace high ISOs a bit more. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Landscape photography takes a range of aptitudes to make successful images: technical skills with your camera and equipment, creative vision, the ability to forecast and respond to evolving conditions, and strong post-processing technique. If you would like to improve your landscape work, check out this fantastic video tutorial from an experienced photographer that offers a wide range of helpful advice sure to put you on the right track. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Skylum has been one of the leading software companies providing AI-based editors for pro and semi-pro photographers. Luminar Neo has been a big seller, and it has fans and critics, but it has moved the market. Even Adobe and some of the other "big players" are embracing AI. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mel Martin)

Photo By Debbie O’Dell Today’s Photo of the Day is “Bull Elk” by Debbie O’Dell. Location: Park City, Utah. “This bull elk walked out from behind the colorful scrub oak and gave me a quick look!” says O’Dell. 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 Debbie O’Dell appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The beautiful thing about photography is that no matter how new or advanced you are, there is always something new to learn. This excellent video essay features an experienced photographer offering 10 important bits of advice on a range of topics and will help you become a better and more content creative. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

As a portrait photographer, I often struggle to create new work. To add a new image to my portfolio, I must involve at least one other person who will be photographed by me. Contrast this to a landscape photographer, who can get into her vehicle, drive to a cool shooting location any day she desires, and create new images with relative ease. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)

Every genre has different optimal gear setups, which is why it is important to sit down with your camera and take the time to adjust its settings to fit your subject matter and workflow. This helpful video tutorial features an experienced landscape photographer discussing seven camera settings you should turn off to make your workflow more efficient and to improve that quality of your images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post How to Make Money With Photography: 10 Great Ways appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Bond. Want to turn your photographic skills into a steady income stream? This article is guaranteed to help you out. These days, most folks claim there’s no decent money to be made with a camera. But while it might be harder to earn a living now than in the past, photography still offers plenty of moneymaking avenues for both professionals and amateurs – you just don’t realize it yet! Below, I share the 10 best ways to make money with photography, from the classics (e.g., wedding photography) to more unorthodox options (e.g., photographing tourists). I also offer several key...

High Falls of the Pigeon River sits on the border of Minnesota and Ontario, Canada, and is the tallest waterfall in Minnesota at 120 feet. The waterfall can be reached by hiking an easy 1-mile trail from the visitor center at Grand Portage State Park. The park is day-use only, but several other state parks along Lake Superior offer camping year-round. With numerous hiking trails, lakes, rivers, beaches and forests spanning the 150-mile shoreline, the North Shore of Lake Superior provides endless photographic opportunities. Weather At Grand Portage State Park Northern Minnesota experiences significant weather changes each season. In winter, it’s not unusual to experience several days of temperatures below zero, along with snowstorms and windy conditions in the area surrounding...

What happens when a non-vlogger takes a spin with Nikon’s new social media-focused Z 30 compact camera? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Canon's 7D line of advanced APS-C DSLRs were some of the most popular cameras of their time, offering professional-level features in a much more affordable body, making them attractive to a wide range of photographers. The EOS R7 is the mirrorless successor to the 7D line, and it inherits that heritage and modernizes it with some impressive new features and upgraded capabilities. This great video review takes a look at the camera and if its performance and image quality can compete in a crowded mirrorless marketplace. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)