At 175 g and the width of a human thumb, the Laowa 10mm f/4 pancake lens is seriously compact and light. But can something so small still deliver the kind of results you need from an ultrawide lens? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

The post 7 Tips for Beautiful (and Meaningful) Engagement Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jackie Lamas. Want to improve your engagement photography? You’ve come to the right place. I’ve been doing engagement sessions for years, and in this article, I share a handful of practical tips to level up your shots, including: A few easy methods to help your clients feel more relaxedA quick way to make your images more meaningfulMy favorite trick to keep poses fluid and dynamicMuch more! Sound good? Then let’s dive right in, starting with: 1. Have a consultation before the session The best engagement photos aren’t just beautiful, they’re significant – they encapsulate who the couple is and what makes...

The beauty of any artistic pursuit is that there is always room to grow creatively, to improve technically, and to learn something new. If you would like to improve your photography, check out this fantastic video tutorial that offers five useful tips sure to put you on the track to better images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Canon EOS R3 was no slouch to begin with, with the ability to shoot 30 fps continuous bursts. With a new firmware update, however, Canon is blowing the doors off that speed with a new firmware update that allows the EOS R3 to shoot at a whopping 195 fps. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Did you know that Canon introduced the world to eye control focus back in 1992? In this retrospective, I will discuss the Canon EOS A2E, the world’s first camera that allowed the user to select a focusing point by simply looking at it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

The post Weekly dPS Photography Challenge Your Choice appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. This week we’re putting the choice back on you! Show us your favourite photograph that you’ve taken so far this year – no new photo required, unless you really want to! You should include the hashtag #dPSYourChoice and #dPSWeeklyChallenge when you share your photo, that way others can spot your post, we can spot your post, everyone wins! I’m really enjoying abstract details in my drone photos, below is a photograph of an old salt farm (is farm the right word?) which when you look at it in full size, the detail in the cracks in the ground are really fun – I...

When it comes to landscape photography, few accessories are more useful than the ND filter, which allows you to extend your shutter speed to introduce creative effects in water and the sky. ND filters come in several variants, however. So, which should you buy as your first option? This excellent video tutorial will show you. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Congratulations to Julie Boyd for winning the recent Go With The Flow Assignment with the image, “Liquid State.” 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 Go With The Flow Assignment Winner Julie Boyd appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

If you’re starting out in product photography and you’re not working with a props stylist, it can feel overwhelming when it comes to building out a props collection. Here are my go-to props for laying the foundations of a versatile collection so that you can save money and space and speed up your workflow. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Helena Murphy)

Photo By Steve Long Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Sauvie Island” by Steve Long. Location: 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 Steve Long appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The sneak peek has been an indispensable part of my photography business, providing clients with a few quick photos right after a shoot to "whet their appetite," so to speak. But is it a bad idea overall? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

There is honestly no task I hate more than culling large image sets, but if you are a sports, events, wildlife, or wedding photographer, you are probably used to coming home with sets of thousands of images. So, how can you make this tedious task as efficient and painless as possible? This excellent video tutorial will show you a fast and effective workflow. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Upcoming: Nikon Full-Frame Camera and Lenses to Be Released in 2022 appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Last month, Nikon unveiled the Z30, an entry-level mirrorless camera designed for vloggers and content creators, and the Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S, a lightweight super-telephoto lens aimed at action shooters. Yet for photographers seeking a high-level Z camera and additional pro-level lens options, the company has plenty of surprises in store. According to Nikon Rumors, we should see a second Z-series mirrorless model before the year is out, which is “most likely full frame.” In other words, expect a powerful camera designed for intermediate or professional photographers, potentially packing advanced mirrorless tech like in-body image...

If you’ve ever wondered that about one of your images, here’s a super quick way in Lightroom Classic to see a preview of it in black and white, and then we’ll look at what to do if you think it would make a good black & white. First, all you do is press the ‘v’ on your keyboard, and you get an instant black and white version of your image (as seen below). Ok, it’s not a very good-looking black and white, but at least it gives you a general idea of how it would look as black and white. However, if you think it has potential, here’s what I’d do: Hit “v” again to return it to a color image,...

I take photos to get them printed to either hang them in my apartment or sell them to customers. And while it's important for me that those prints appear sharp and detailed, it's crucial to get a correct representation of the colors and contrasts. To achieve this, a process called soft proofing should be used during print preparation whenever possible, and in this article, I show you how to do it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

You can spend years working on perfecting your technique and developing your creative voice, and while those are crucial to finding success as a professional, they are not all you need. Understanding the ins and outs of running a business is a requirement of being a professional photographer, and this great video tutorial will run you through some of the things you need to know. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Programs like Photoshop have gained some pretty impressive automated sky replacement functions in the last few years, making a task that used to be rather tedious and involved far more efficient and easy. Nonetheless, one place where things can get tricky is when there is a body of water reflecting the sky in the frame. This awesome video tutorial will show you how to tackle that situation so you can create a convincing and complete sky replacement in Photoshop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

From lakes and rivers to oceans and waterfalls, water can be a great addition to landscape images by offering reflections, a sense of motion and exciting wildlife opportunities. Check out the 20 locations below where photographers found refreshing waterscape compositions. The post 20 Images Of Waterscapes appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

This tripod has been around for quite a few years and its unique mix of features has won awards for design. Let’s check out what this relatively affordable tripod has to offer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)

Photo By Bill Sisson Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Big Valley Spring” by Bill Sisson. Location: Big Valley, Pennsylvania. “I live in Big Valley, a beautiful valley in central Pennsylvania,” explains Sisson. “During springtime, patches of blooming flowers can be found throughout the valley. Each spring, I visit a small patch near my home to see how the Dame’s Rocket is blooming. One spring, the dame’s rocket proliferated there, and I arrived as morning fog was lifting to capture this image.” Pentax K-5 IIs. Exposure: 0.6 seconds, f/29, ISO 200, 31mm. 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...