Now in its fifth generation, the Sony a7R series has earned a reputation for offering a wide range of impressive features paired with the highest-resolution sensor available in a full frame camera, making it the workhorse of choice for a lot of photographers and filmmakers. Is it the best hybrid camera on the market right now? This excellent video review takes a look. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

We're now into 2023, and the Internet still feels a little like the Wild West when it comes to content sharing. There's so many places to share your work with the world. With lots of criticism of popular content sharing platforms, where should you be posting in 2023? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Brad Wendes)

The January 2023 issue of Photoshop User is now live on the KelbyOne site and the KelbyOne app for iOS and Android. In this issue, when dodging and burning is done right in Photoshop, it can open a galaxy of possibilities in your images; plus join us on an exploration mission of Adaptive presets in Lightroom Classic; wrap text into a cylindrical shape using the new Cylinder Warp preset in Photoshop; retouching teeth, hair, and eyes in Lightroom; create custom distortion effects using filters in Photoshop; and so much more! This issue’s cover image by KelbyOne member Liesl Walsh Current KelbyOne members can log into their account to access the new issue, or you can visit https://kelbyone.com/magazine to sign up and start reading today. KelbyOne Pro & Plus members have...

Nikon has announced the development of two exciting new lenses, the NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S and NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

We wanted to make the Outdoor Photographer community aware that we’ve been alerted to several instances of scammers posing as editors of OP who have reached out to photographers. On various occasions, these fake OP editors have contacted photographers on Instagram and other social media sites saying they were interested in paying for image usage. As far as we can tell, this is a scam, and you should be wary if you are contacted in this way. Outdoor Photographer does not use personal social media accounts or Gmail accounts to contact photographers for professional reasons. These latest incidents are similar to an OP staff impersonation that occurred a little over a year ago. As we said then, it’s an unfortunate part...

High-end retouching is normally done in Photoshop, so can similar edits be achieved in Lightroom without ever leaving the software? The following tutorial is based upon the tips and techniques provided in lesson 19 of Mastering Adobe Lightroom by Pye Jirsa and is only part of the 49 lessons available in the tutorial. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

For many of us, January is a time to look forward, make resolutions, set goals, and make plans for the new year. I think it is also a fun time to look back at the year that passed and gain some insights into our photography or maybe just reminisce about key moments you captured. Lightroom Classic offers us a few tools to help us see interesting data points about our collective photo libraries. Head over to the Library module to see what I mean. With the Catalog Panel expanded we can select the All Photographs collection, which puts every photo (and video) we’ve ever imported at our fingertips. Press G for Grid view if not there already. Above the thumbnails in...

With the January sales looming and every company likely offering discounts on new and existing cameras and kit, is it worth considering a new camera body? Is it worth upgrading from your existing equipment to a newer model or even switching from DSLR to mirrorless? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Peter Morgan)

Architectural photography can be described as one of the more technical kinds of photography. Photo compositions generally need to have a more structured aesthetic. Vertical lines need to be straight, and the best way to ensure this is by using a tilt-shift lens. The question is: which lens is best for architectural photography? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

As part of Sigma’s Contemporary lens line, the 56mm f/1.4 DC DN is designed to offer exceptional image quality and performance all in a small, convenient package. With a 35mm equivalent of 84mm, this lens is great for portraiture, street photography, pet photography, travel work, and any low-light shooting situations. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

Photo By Jeff Harshaw Today’s Photo of the Day is “On A Winter’s Day” by Jeff Harshaw. 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 Jeff Harshaw appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Panasonic's LUMIX cameras have been a quiet but profound success in photography. Now, the company has announced the sequel to the beloved mirrorless and it has one improvement that caused quite the stir. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Photography is a lifelong commitment. There is always something new to learn, an interesting subject to photograph, and a skill to improve. How do you avoid stagnating? This great video discusses the topic and how one photographer keeps himself motivated to continually evolve and grow as a creative. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Multiply Blend Mode: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Ana Mireles. Multiply is one of Photoshop’s most popular blend modes. If you’ve ever followed the steps in a Photoshop editing tutorial, you’ve probably used it yourself, and if you’ve ever watched a Photoshop expert apply edits to their work, you’ve probably seen it in action. But why is Multiply so common? What makes it such a popular choice among Photoshop artists and photographers? It’s because the Multiply blend mode is very versatile; it can be used to create all sorts of interesting effects. In this article, I offer a comprehensive overview of Photoshop’s Multiply blend mode. I discuss what it is and...

It's very easy to find information online about new cameras, news, rumors, reviews, and which camera you should be using right now. But there's far less information to be found about older cameras. Like many photographers, I find it interesting to look at the origins of photography and how far the science and technology in cameras has come in a relatively short period of time. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Brad Wendes)

When Canon got serious about mirrorless camera and lenses, they put all their attention into developing full frame options. Of course, many users prefer APS-C cameras for their lower prices, smaller form factor, and extra reach. It looks like those users will be happy in 2023, with more APS-C cameras and lenses on the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Impostor Syndrome can be an insidious thing: you work hard at your craft and develop a strong creative voice, and yet, despite all that effort and experience, you feel as if you do not know what you are doing and your work is not worthwhile. Why do so many photographers experience Impostor Syndrome, and what can they do about it? This excellent video features an experienced creative discussing his experience with the issue and how he tackles it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A new year brings thoughts of new beginnings and new opportunities. Resolutions are common this time of year. You undoubtedly have plans to join a gym this year, but why not also make a goal of working on a new photo project? There are several projects you might consider undertaking in 2023, ranging from those that require you to create something original each day to those that will be successful with a less frequent contribution on your part. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)

Photo By Harry Lichtman Today’s Photo of the Day is “Snow Wave” by Harry Lichtman. Location: White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire. “During a blustery day in New Hampshire’s Crawford Notch, wind and snow combined to create drifts everywhere,” explains Lichtman. “I liked the static arrangement of trees in this view and used a longer exposure to render the streaking wind-blown snow more like a wave. Since there was a warm hue to the tree trunks, I decided a black-and-white rendition would be best to convey the cold conditions and the snow motion mixed with the trees.” Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo of the Day is chosen from various galleries,...

Around 2010, I upgraded computers and was very disappointed that I’d lost my CD of Photoshop. I was even more disappointed when I went to the store and remembered how expensive it was. Begrudgingly, I did re-purchase Photoshop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)