Viltrox has established themselves as a company producing highly affordable but impressively capable lenses, and their newest option, the AF 13mm f/1.4, offers Sony and Nikon mirrorless APS-C photographers and filmmakers a versatile ultra-wide angle focal length paired with a very wide maximum aperture. This excellent video review takes a look at the new lens 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 8 Tips for Stunning Black and White Travel Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. When we travel to new places, our soul is stirred. We have feelings that don’t normally arise – and black and white travel photography can be used to express these emotions. However, creating compelling B&W travel images is about a lot more than reducing the Saturation slider. In this article, I share some tips on how to approach black and white shooting so you can make impactful photos that’ll stun your friends and family. 1. Think in black and white Thanks to the power of digital photography, it’s easy to create a black and white image: Just open...

Higher-paying jobs are the goal of just about any photographer or filmmaker, but the path to getting there is not always clear. If you are looking to land those more lucrative gigs, check out this great video essay that discusses how one creative started pulling down more income with his work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

With a world full of options, why might you choose a cinema camera instead of opting for a mirrorless camera for video productions? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Creating a compelling, professional video is just as much in the editing as it is in the shooting process. Editing is a serious undertaking, and as such, it can be easy for things to go wrong. This great video tutorial details five common mistakes creatives make when editing video and what you can do to fix them or avoid them in the first place. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Using natural or artificial light is not always a binary choice; often, you will want the two to complement each to produce a more balanced overall photo. If you would like to make your lighting skills more versatile, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will show you how to blend ambient light with flash for portraiture work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I purchased the eight most popular noise-cancelling wireless headphones to find the best one. Sadly, there isn't a single set that is clearly the "best," but I can help you choose your next pair wisely. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lee Morris)

Photo By Ryan Cairl Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Cape Royal Color” by Ryan Cairl. Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona. 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 Ryan Cairl appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

In general, landscape photography is a two-step process, shooting the photo and polishing it through the editing process. As such, your skills at the computer need to be as finely honed as those behind the camera. This excellent video tutorial will show you the process of taking an image with a lot of potential and turning it into a compelling final photo through the power of editing. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It's a video that has reverberated around the world, with close to 700k views. Now, the true story behind the driver of the boat has come to light. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

The post Natural Light Portrait Photography: 6 Tips for Beautiful Results appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Wayne Radford. If you’re looking to capture beautiful natural light portrait photography, you’ve come to the right place. I’m a huge fan of natural light portraiture, and in this article, I share my best six tips to create stunning shots, including: The best type of natural light to produce soft, evenly lit imagesHow to pick the right lighting direction (it’s different than you might expect!)How to spice up your portraits with beautiful backgroundsMuch more! Ready to become a portrait lighting expert? Then let’s dive right in, starting with my first tip: 1. Make sure you’re shooting in the right light...

Lightroom has more than one way of keeping tracking of the edits you make to your images, and the various methods have pros and cons that you should be aware of as your catalog grows. This helpful video discusses the usefulness of XMP files and why you should consider using them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When we create a photograph, there are things we can do to change it from being mundane to interesting. Here are some of the most important aspects of composition and the one unteachable factor that is exclusively yours to discover. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Photo gear is quite expensive, and tricking out your kit can be a serious hit to your bank account. And yet, we often chase that next new piece of gear in the hopes of getting better image quality. And while new equipment can do that, you might be surprised by how much you can accomplish with basic equipment. This great video shows you the fantastic photos you can create using nothing more than a kit lens. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Weekly Photography Challenge – Fire appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Well, it seems ‘portraits’, last week’s theme was a bit too scary for many of you, though we thank those of you that had a crack at it! Well done. (I’ll share my favourite at the end of this post) This week something less, and more confronting – FIRE – it can be any aspect of fire, like flames or burnt wood/after a fire that sort of thing – the viewer has to easily associate your image with ‘Fire’ (be safe!) Use the tag #dPSFire #dPSWeeklyChallenge in your posts on social media, or share your photo in the comments below. Your photo has...

Grand Canyon’s monsoon season in the summer months brings sudden thunderstorms with exciting lightning displays. If you’re getting ready to plan your summer photo adventures, we’ve collected several guides to national parks that are excellent destinations to consider across the country. Whether you’re looking for dramatic landscapes, wildlife or a both, these guides to national parks written by photographers who know the locations well will help you know what to expect so you can plan a successful trip.  We also included a guide to unique national parks that aren’t the most well-known, but that have something special to offer, as well as a guide to safety in the parks. The post National Parks Guides For Planning Summer Travel appeared first on...

When you think of using artificial light for portrait photography, you might think of it being a calculated, obvious aesthetic, but often, using flash is more about creating a subtle, understated effect that makes your images more balanced and well exposed. This excellent video tutorial will show you how to use artificial light to create an elegant effect for an eye-catching photo. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I have already written two articles about focus stacking here. The first article dealt with how I use automatic focus bracketing in the field, and in the second article, I shared my focus stacking workflow in Helicon Focus. To provide you with even more tools, I now show you how I combine focus stacking with exposure blending. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

Photo By Steve Hirsch Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Under the Ice” by Steve Hirsch. Location: Iceland. “Although not the largest waterfall, this glacial ice cave waterfall is nonetheless spectacular,” says Harshaw. “In the winter of 2016, my wife and I went ice caving in Southern Iceland and were fortunate enough to witness this waterfall of melting glacial ice. Each year, new caves form and old ones disappear.” 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...

A wide angle zoom lens with an f/2.8 maximum aperture is useful for a wide range of applications, including wedding photography, landscape work, astrophotography, and more. Such lenses can be quite expensive, however, often going for north of $2,000. Both Tamron and Sigma offer much more affordable options, however, and this excellent video comparison takes a look at both to help you decide which is right for your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)