So, I’m working on a course for KelbyOne, which would be a special version of my ‘SLIM’ system (my Simplified Lightroom Image Management system) just for folks using the ‘cloud’ version of Lightroom. And while there are parts of my system I can skip altogether (thanks to the cloud backup in the cloud version), there are a number of parts, organizational-wise, that you still can’t do in cloud. In fact, I’m surprised at how many things still haven’t made their way from Classic over to the ‘cloud’ version of Lightroom after all this time. Yes, Adobe has added some of the missing features since the cloud version launched back in 2017 (yes, it’s been that long), and the editing photos part...

A hiker in Arizona fell to his death this week after trying to take a selfie near the edge of a cliff. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Leica's M11 has hit the market, and it brings with it a variety of improved and entirely new features that help to modernize the company's M series. This great video review takes a look at the new M11 and the kind of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Wide-aperture 50mm lenses are quite popular for good reason, as they offer a very neutral focal length in tandem with narrow depth of field and low-light performance, making them quite versatile for a wide range of applications. They run a huge gamut of prices, however, from under $100 to well over $2,000. This excellent video review takes a look at a mid-range option that could be the right combination of price and quality for a lot of shooters, the Samyang AF 50mm f/1.4 FE II. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

My recent shoot with Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Mitchell S. Jackson turned out great but was not without problems. Join me for a detailed look at how it all went down. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)

One deterrent that photographers and videographers often encounter can be loosely defined as "situation"; not having enough space, not being in the right location, and not having the right gear. There is almost always a way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

If you are new to landscape photography, it can be easy to feel a bit overwhelmed by all the things you have to master and keep track of to produce a compelling final image, which can sometimes lead to making mistakes. This helpful video tutorial discusses some of the most common mistakes beginner landscape photographers make and how you can correct them or avoid them altogether. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

There are a lot of sayings bandied around in photography that sound impressive but are meaningless. However, an image being greater than the sum of its parts is something we should heed as it is the basis of how our minds perceive images. Here are seven ways to achieve this. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Photoshop is a tremendously complicated and intricate application, and for any one task, there are often three or four methods to get the results you want. One of the most fundamental skills you will need is the ability to work with layer masks effectively, and this fantastic video tutorial will show you three ways to use layer mask density to take better control of your editing. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Morning Glory” by Max Foster. Location: Minnesota. “A super low-angle shot of a beautiful sunrise on Lake Superior in Minnesota,” describes Foster. 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 Max Foster appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

It figures that right after I write about how quiet 2022 is so far for 360 cameras that less than a week later, Ricoh decides to shatter that notion. The new Ricoh Theta X brings a few things to the table to shake things up in the consumer 360 camera market. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

Fujifilm's X series of cameras began a little over a decade ago as quirky, unique bodies, but in the time since, they have evolved into powerful tools used by many professionals while still maintaining those interesting designs that captured the imaginations of many users many years ago. This neat video takes a look at the X-Pro1 and how it holds up a decade later. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post How to Become a Good Photographer: 12 Steps appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by James Maher. In this article, I explain how you can become a better photographer – just by following a few simple guidelines. Specifically, I share my 12-step plan that’ll help you develop both your technical skills (i.e., settings, composition, editing) and your artistic skills (i.e., your personal photographic voice). If you read this article carefully, if you follow my plan, and you put in the work, then you will become a good photographer. Step 1: Look at the light Most folks, when trying to become great at photography, look straight to their camera settings. They dive headfirst into technical features like...

The excitement around NFTs is hard to ignore, having established a cult-like following that is gaining an ever-growing foothold in mainstream technology. What if an entire financial system was built around little more than hype backed by a handful of tech millionaires? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

I always take a tripod with me in addition to my camera when I'm out on a hiking or scouting trip because there can always be an unexpected photo opportunity. And since I apply focus stacking to nearly all of my photos to ensure optimal sharpness, photographing handheld is not an option. Or is it? In this article, I show you how to use the automatic focus bracketing feature of modern cameras to perform handheld focus stacking. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

We ought to always be looking forward to our photography, but it's also important to add some ceremony to our achievements and use the past as a learning tool for the future. So, what is your favorite photograph from 2021, why, and what can you learn from it? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The internet, as well as being a great resource for photographers, is also a black hole for our collective wallet. It seems that almost daily a new camera, lens, computer, or must-have bit of software is launched. So let's look at the biggest gear mistakes we make as beginners. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Scott Choucino)

It is the story that makes a photo special, and it is one of the base requirements for fine art photography. But it is also that area where landscape photographers seem to struggle most. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christian Irmler)

Photo By David Connel Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Facing The Storm” by David Connel. Location: Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center, Montana. I’ve been to the Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center several times,” explains Connel. “On this particular snowy winter day, the weather kept getting worse and worse until it reached blizzard conditions. Everyone, including the staff, all left or found shelter. I hung around in the storm hoping for a good dramatic picture depicting the harsh conditions. As the visibility started to really deteriorate, this lone wolf came out and stood facing into the wind and snow. This was the image I was waiting for.” Exposure: 1/320 sec., f/6.3, ISO 125, 200mm. Want to get your images in the...

The tree is a timeless and deceptively simple subject, capable of being rendered in numerous ways, each compelling and interesting in its own way. And so, with all those different ways, how do you pick? This interesting video discusses the topic and shows some options. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)