The post 7 Easy Tips for Amazing People Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Lynsey Mattingly. Struggling to capture top-notch photos of people? You’re not alone. People photography can be hard. Posing, keeping the subject relaxed, choosing the right settings – it’s enough to make anyone’s brain hurt! Fortunately, I’m a veteran portrait shooter, and in this article, I share my absolute best tips for how to photograph people like a pro. Below, you’ll discover: How to pick the perfect camera settingsAn easy way to jumpstart your compositionsHow to get people photos that look genuineMuch more! Ready to level up your people photography skills? Then let’s do this! 1. Be realistic If you’re just starting out...

Whether you have a full-time production studio, only shoot on location, or just do a little landscape or bird photography for fun on the weekends, you should own at least one of these first aid kits possibly even 2 or 3 of them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael DeStefano)

Canon has done quite well in rounding out its full frame mirrorless camera lineup, offering models like the ultra-affordable EOS RP, the do-everything EOS R5, and the top-shelf EOS R3, with a few other models spread in between. Now that the line is well established, the time to start replacing older models is just about here, and that will begin in just a few months. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Weekly dPS Photo Challenge: Red appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. This week your challenge is simple, or is it… The theme is ‘Red’ so you can have a ‘mostly red’ scene, maybe an epic sunset? You could have a red ‘feature’ in your image (selective colour, please… no) or maybe it could be a take on ‘seeing red’ Really it’s up to you, but I’d like you to be creative, put some thought into it and see what you come up with! Many options from a simple theme! Make sure you use these hashtags with your post #dpsweeklychallenge #dpsRed Coming in hot! For me, tonight was all about photographing football at my local...

Landscape photography takes a combination of technical skills, creative vision, understanding of nature, and often, just a bit of luck in order to create successful images. If you would like to improve your work, check out this excellent video tutorial that features an experienced landscape photographer discussing five essential skills you need to have to reach your full potential. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Do you have Shiny Object Syndrome? Do you conduct self-control litmus tests when the weekly B&H newsletter drops in your inbox? Do you try to rationalize snagging the new Profoto strobe when you know very well that your savings account is plummeting faster the engagement for photos on Instagram? If so, you may want to take a hard pass on this article. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michelle VanTine)

Photo By James Day Today’s Photo of the day is “Gull with Conch” by James Day. Location: Cumberland Island, Georgia. 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 James Day appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Shooting 360 video in low-light has never been easy, but larger sensors that are popping up in cameras like the Insta360 ONE RS 1-Inch 360 Edition Camera are increasing possibilities for night shooting. Here are a few tips to make the most of whatever 360 camera you've got for low light. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

As far as modern mirrorless cameras go, Nikon's Z30 is one of the most affordable, priced at just $706, or just a bit more with one or two lenses. So, what do you get at that price point? This excellent video review takes a 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 Canon to Announce EOS R Replacement “in the Next Six Months or So” appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. A Canon EOS R replacement is in the works, according to Canon Rumors, which revealed that  “the new camera could be announced in late 2022 or in early 2023, with a ship date coming in Q1 of 2023.”  While the new camera won’t bear the EOS R name – CR notes that we should not expect a Canon EOS R Mark II – it will likely be aimed at the enthusiast and semi-professional segment of Canon users and will build on features present in the EOS R. Specifically, the new camera “will sit below...

Tomorrow, in cities all over the world, my 13th Annual World Wide Photo Walk for the Springs of Hope Orphanage kicks off, and by tomorrow night, collectively, we will have taken literally millions of photos and, with any luck, have raised a ton of donations for the orphanage. How cool is that!!!!  If you haven’t signed up for a walk yet: go here right now – find a walk near you and sign up free! (you can be walking with us tomorrow!). I’m Leading The Local Walk in Edinburgh Tomorrow I’m excited to be in Scotland today, leading a local walk here tomorrow in the old town area, along with Eric Kuna, Dave Williams, and some of the other members of Team Epic (including Chicky Nando).  Don’t Forget...

Auto ISO is one of those features that I ignored for a long time, considering it not much more than a gimmick. It wasn’t until recently that I decided to try auto ISO, and I quickly realized that I was missing out on a valuable and practical feature. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

The Canon 7D and 7D Mark II were two of the most popular cameras of the DLSR era, giving photographers the chance to use a lot of the technology in Canon's upper-level full frame bodies at a significantly lower price. The EOS R7 continues that tradition into the mirrorless space, and it brings with it a nice range of improvements and new features. This great video review takes a 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)

Landscape photography is a challenging genre that takes a combination of good technique, creative vision, strong editing skills, and the ability to plan ahead. If you are just starting out and looking to improve your work, check out this great video tutorial that features an experienced landscape photographer discussing seven things professionals do to ensure they consistently produce worthwhile images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

About two years ago, my long search for a new camera backpack ended as I stumbled upon a company called NYA-EVO. In this article, I review their biggest backpack, the Fjord 60-C. After two years of heavy use for traveling and hiking, I feel competent enough to share why I think it's the perfect camera backpack. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

Photo By Doug Keder Today’s Photo of the day is “A Worm’s View” by Doug Keder. Location: Woodburn, Oregon. 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 Doug Keder appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Photoshop is a tremendously intricate and complex application, and as such, there are many ways to accomplish any specific task. The Blend If function is one of the program's more useful tools, but it is a bit hidden and does not always get the attention it deserves. This helpful video tutorial will show you five different ways to use Blend If for editing landscape photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Large format cameras have been increasing in popularity over the last few years. With startup manufacturers producing new large format cameras, the allure has grown significantly. Among large format cameras, the most popular type is the 4x5 camera. We decided to take this camera out into the city and photograph strangers. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

The post How to Photograph Artwork (8 Essential Tips) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Glenn Harper. Looking to photograph your own artwork, artwork at a museum, or artwork at a gallery? Capturing artwork may seem simple, but it’s hard to do well. There are technical hurdles to overcome; for instance, you must achieve an even exposure, avoid reflections, focus accurately, and choose the perfect aperture to keep the art sharp. I love to document artwork. And in this article, I share the tips and tricks I’ve learned over the years, which cover lighting, settings, gear choice, and more. Note that the techniques I give are geared toward two-dimensional art: paintings, drawings, and prints. But many of...

Most photographers are generous with their knowledge and supportive of others. Sadly, this is not true of everyone. Here's why a toxic minority gives all photographers a bad name and how to deal with them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)