The post Weekly Photo Challenge – Shadows appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. “Simply speaking, a shadow is an absence of light. If light cannot get through an object, the surface on the other side of that object (for example, the ground or a wall) will have less light reaching it” – Science Learning Hub #dPSShadows After the ‘lighting’ theme last week, this week we’re about the lack of light, or ‘shadow’ – and really, unless you live in a dark cave, void of light, you have no excuses to not go out and capture a shadow in some form – the idea behind these challenges being to make you think about what you’re photographing and...

When it comes to finding creative inspiration for shooting beautiful portraits in your own home, there are few better than photographer Irene Rudnyk. Here are ten fantastic ideas to boost your portraiture game. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Photo by Doug Koepsel Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Pretty in Pink” by Doug Koepsel. Location: Arizona. “White Pocket in northern Arizona was the first new location I traveled to specifically to photograph when I first began the pursuit of landscapes to make my first calendar,” explains Koepsel. “This area of convoluted sandstone opened my eyes to more remote locations beyond the icons of Sedona and the Grand Canyon. This image from the first trip showed the need to explore commonly unknown spots of beauty and also to photograph past the official sunset time as the camera sensor can capture the soft pastel magic of blue hour.” Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the...

Car chase scenes in movies have come a long way since the early days of cinema. Let's dive into how things have changed from Buster Keaton movies, through the rear projection era, right up to modern purpose-built rigs for complex scenes in today's blockbusters. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Amadeusz Andrzejewski)

We're being treated to another short-form behind the scenes tutorial from Nathan Elson. This time, Elson is taking us into the studio to show us his techniques for using a single light to create soft even light across a subject. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mark Dunsmuir)

The post Sony Unveils Three Compact Prime Lenses for E-Mount Cameras appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Last week, Sony announced three E-mount lenses: The FE 24mm f/2.8 G, the FE 40mm f/2.5 G, and the FE 50mm f/2.5 G; all promise to deliver excellent optics in a compact form. The three lenses will launch this May. Designed as a set, they offer a beautifully wide field of view on the 24mm end for scenic shots and environmental portraits, plus a standard perspective at the 40mm and 50mm focal lengths, perfect for portraits, street photography, and even detail shots. Sony explains, “The lenses were designed for a wide range of photo and video uses including...

Photography is a language that can be used quite powerfully. Learning how to use elements of this language to create meaning will certainly improve your images. Check out this great video to delve into the five most common elements of this beautiful tongue – photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Terry White is back with an awesome Lightroom tutorial (he’s doing this on Lightroom mobile, but it works the same way in Classic or LC cloud), and while the title is making the grass greener, he goes beyond that and fixes other things in the image — lots of great stuff here! So cool, right? Thanks, Terry!!! Have a great weekend, everybody! Wishing you good healthy and happiness. -Scott P.S. If wouldn’t mind, could you give this a quick look? It’s my just-released trailer for my new ‘iPhone Photography Book” and see if you don’t know somebody, a friend or family member, that this book wouldn’t be perfect for. Here’s the link to it on Amazon and Barnes & Noble and direct...

For a huge Japanese corporation that’s thought to be incredibly conservative, it’s easy to forget that Canon hasn’t been afraid to try out some radical designs over the years. This one is up there with the best of them: a point-and-shoot that looks like a video camera and featuring a flash where you'd never expect it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Audio is half of the viewing experience. Learn from these tips to improve your video’s sound quality. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Marvin Grey)

Despite being a long-time Nikon shooter and a fan of their latest mirrorless offerings, it’s only fair to keep an eye on what the competition is doing. So, with the right level of begging, I was able to get my hands on the Canon EOS R5 and thought I would offer a few brief thoughts. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

The latest firmware for the Canon EOS R6, version 1.3.0, is no longer available after reports of a "fatal Bug" less than 24 hours after release. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Brad Wendes)

With Easter coming up, here are a few shoot ideas you can execute both in a studio and outdoors. The question is, how do you prefer your eggs? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Anete Lusina)

Photo By Tim Nicol Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Clark’s Nutcracker” by Tim Nicol. Location: Republic, Washington. 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 Tim Nicol appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

A popular photo trend we’ve all seen on Instagram is to bring back the vintage look. People’s love of a good nostalgia trip means they go looking for interesting ways to add old and dated character to their images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Tom Anderson)

The NFT craze continues to explode, as for the first time, an artist has bought an NFT of the NFT that points to his own work of digital art — for $10 million. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

The April 2021 issue of Photoshop User is now live on the KelbyOne site and KelbyOne Mags for iOS and Android. In this issue, from subtle edits to extreme transformations, Liquify can push your images around to perfection, plus get creative with color and contrast using the Difference blending mode, take total control of local adjustments in Lightroom, create cool halftone effects, and so much more! This issue’s cover image by KelbyOne member Sara Porter! KelbyOne Pro & Plus members have access to more than 95 back issues of Photoshop User magazine all the way back to January 2012, plus all 64 issues of Lightroom Magazine. Not a Pro or Plus member yet? Click here for more information. The post The April 2021 Issue of Photoshop User Is Now Available! appeared first...

It's not the famous Moulton Barn in Jackson Hole and those definitely aren't the Tetons rising majestically in the background, yet this image of a barn in Idaho is perhaps more impressive. Not because of what it is, but what it represents in the form of the Carol Highsmith Archive. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mike Smith)

The post 10 Tips for Beautiful Black and White Headshots appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by John McIntire. Black and white has long been a popular way to capture headshots with impact and visual interest. The lack of color helps to emphasize the subject while discarding information that isn’t relevant.  And in this article, I’m going to share 10 black and white headshot tips to help you get the best results. Let’s get started. Headshots vs. portraits A headshot is always a portrait, but a portrait (including a closely cropped portrait) is not always a headshot. Remember, headshots (no matter the type) come with a specific goal. If you’re new to portrait photography, it might help to...

A couple weeks ago, we saw Canon begin to discontinue DSLR lenses for its EF mount, indicating its ongoing transition and commitment to mirrorless cameras and lenses. The transition is continuing, as the company has discontinued more EF lenses, including two rather popular models. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)