Wedding photography is notorious for being a demanding, high-stakes genre, and as such, it is natural that with that comes a fair amount of stress. Nonetheless, that does not mean you can't do certain things to reduce that stress. This excellent video tutorial features an experienced wedding shooter discussing five reasons why you might be overly stressed shooting weddings and what you can do to fix that. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

There are many different techniques for getting consistently sharp images, but I think this one is the best of them all. Take a look to find out why. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

The post Weekly Photography Challenge – Abstract appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. We tried the theme ‘Abstract’ once before, but didn’t get a whole lot of photos posted – let’s try it again, this time with vigour! (And a better description of ‘Abstract in Photography’ below!) Go out (or stay in!) and make an abstract photograph! Spill some milk on the floor and photograph the edge of it close up? Make a seemingly unreal appearance from real objects – most of all, have fun! Remember, tag your posts with #dPSWeeklyChallenge and #dPSAbstract22 This is what Wikipedia gives me: “Abstract photography, sometimes called non-objective, experimental or conceptual photography, is a means of depicting a visual image that...

Photographers have preferences on everything ranging from their favorite camera to their best lens, how they edit their photos, and what photo paper they use to make prints. What if your own preferences aren't aligned with what your potential clients enjoy? We asked dozens of normal people which photo papers and print products they prefer, and the results were not exactly what I had expected. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Patrick Hall)

Photo By Rom Savage Today’s Photo of the Day is “Enchanting Transformation” by Rom Savage. Location: Roxborough, Colorado. “Sometimes when nature is feeling generous, it allows us to witness its magic,” says Savage. 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 Rom Savage appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

While Photoshop remains the place where the most complex and intricate edits are done, Lightroom has become far more capable in recent iterations, and you can now finish many photos without ever leaving the program. This excellent video tutorial features an experienced landscape photographer sharing how to edit photos from start to finish in Lightroom. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Today is the day we learn which color will take the crown as the color of the year for 2023. Are you ready to start seeing the unconventional new shade everywhere? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Parker)

The post Canon to Release an EOS R8 or EOS R9 in 2023 appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Over the past few months, a handful of Canon gear announcements and rumors have made waves in the photography community – including reports of an upcoming EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R50 – and earlier this week, Canon Rumors revealed yet another tidbit for Canon fans to appreciate.  According to CR, Canon is developing a mirrorless camera that will sit “between the EOS R7 and EOS R10…from a price standpoint.” And while CR can’t offer any confirmed specs, the rumor site believes that the “EOS R8/EOS R9…will have a different form factor and could possibly...

We just released the December issue of Photoshop User magazine, which includes my “17th Annual Gonzo Holiday Photo Gear Guide”, and I have the entire issue of the magazine here for you to download completely free! If you’ve been struggling with what to get the photographer or Photoshop geek on your holiday list, I’ve got you covered with a list designed to completely obliterate your holiday gift budget (not entirely true because I have some really awesome stocking stuffers and value-priced gifts that are also pretty sweet but, whatever your budget, let’s make sure there’s none left anytime soon) You can download a free PDF of the entire issue which includes my gear guide, right here:  https://members.kelbyone.com/wp-content/uploads/magazines/psumag/PhotoshopUserDecember2022/index.html My New Lightroom Portrait...

The value of participating in non-commissioned projects in a photography career is very high, and photo competitions are a good example of that. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert Stevens)

Congratulations to Denis Dessoliers for winning the recent Finding Inspiration In Our National Parks Assignment with the image, “Zion Wonderland.” View the winning image and a selection of submissions below. And be sure to check out our current photography assignment here and enter your best shots!   The post Finding Inspiration In Our National Parks Assignment Winner Denis Dessoliers appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

When Fujifilm announced the new X-H2, I was immediately interested to test it out against my current camera, the Canon R5. Featuring a 40-megapixel sensor, much improved autofocus, and other advancements, on paper, it hits all the marks for my type of work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

If you're a steadfast Sony loyalist, you might want to look away now, because a dedicated Sony shooter just got his hands on the Canon EOS R5 and a bunch of Canon lenses and absolutely loved the ecosystem. Take a look to find out why. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

I keep on seeing the advertisements about software for reducing noise in digital photos. It gives the idea noise is always a huge problem that needs to be addressed. This is advertising, of course. Or is it indeed an issue that we have to solve with specialized software?. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

Apple's MacBook Air line features some of the most popular computers in the world, and since the move to the company's own silicon, they have become legitimate tools for creative professionals, able to tackle demanding tasks formerly left for larger and more expensive options. The new M2 model has now been on the market for about five months, giving creatives a good chunk of time with the device, and this excellent video review discusses one such user's experience with the computer in that time. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The December 2022 issue of Photoshop User is now live on the KelbyOne site and the KelbyOne app for iOS and Android. In this issue, Scott Kelby is here once again to help you with your holiday shopping, plus using Curves in Camera Raw masking from Lightroom Classic, creating AI-generated art through the Stability plugin, turning silver into gold, creating a magnifying glass effect, removing a color cast from an old photo, softening skin in Lightroom, and so much more! This issue’s cover design by Jessica Maldonado; Images ©Adobe Stock 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 access to more than 100 back issues of Photoshop User magazine...

Between coming out to the worst of the pandemic, the rise of AI, and people producing and consuming more images than ever before, 2022 has been quite a year for the photography industry. What will 2023 bring to us? This interesting video discusses six trends we will see in the new year. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Nikon has made their way into more specialized mirrorless lenses in recent months, with the NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S being one such option. The 800mm f/6.3 might be one of the most competitively priced lenses in recent memory, and it offers top-shelf sharpness and portability on top of that. This great video review takes a look at the new lens and the sort of image quality and performance you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Magnifying Glass Photography: A Quick Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Megan Kennedy. Magnifying glass photography is a great way to capture unique and creative photos – but how does it work? And how can you get the best results? In this article, I explain everything you need to know about capturing eye-catching photos with a magnifying glass, including: What magnifying glass photography actually isA step-by-step approach for great shotsA handy list of ideas to inspire youAnd more! So if you’re ready to have plenty of fun, then let’s dive right in, starting with: What is magnifying glass photography? As the name suggests, magnifying glass photography is a technique that uses a magnifying glass...

Photo By Christoph Stopka Today’s Photo of the Day is “Foggy Petit Manan Sunrise” by Christoph Stopka. Location: Steuben, Maine. “I shot this photo by drone because it was simply a foggy, soupy mess where I was standing (on the shore of the bay, eye level with the forest), but I figured that it would most likely look completely different from above,” explains Stopka. “I guessed right…what a beautiful scene suddenly opening up below the drone! I really love the way the trees are spreading their seemingly endless shadows through the fog.” 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....