Here’s the trailer (it’s really short – check it out below): Here’s a direct link to the course. Hope you’ll check it out (people are super digging it!). Have a great Monday, everybody! -Scott The post Catch My New Course on Lightroom’s Masking Tools appeared first on Lightroom Killer Tips. Original link(Originally posted by Scott Kelby)

Wide angle lenses are the tool of choice of countless landscape photographers, but they can be particularly tricky to work with, especially when it comes to composition. If you are new to landscape photography and hoping to improve, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will show you how to use a wide angle lens for creating effective and compelling landscape images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The eyes are one of the most important of any portrait, and as such, they deserve a little bit of extra attention when you are in the post-processing stage of your work. If you would like to improve your portraits, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will show you how to brighten and enhance the eyes in a portrait for natural, compelling results. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Likely the most controversial topic in the photography world is which camera brand is best. What if you took those brands and personified them into a conversation with each other? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Armitage)

I'm sure most, if not all, of you have heard about the idea of paying-it-forward. Did you know that recent studies have shown that this phenomenon is a learned behaviour? How can we as photographers use our skills to encourage others to benefit projects and philanthropy close to our hearts? I had a chance to chat with photographer Michelle Valberg, whose habit of giving back just saw her appointed to the Order of Canada this past summer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mark Dunsmuir)

Photo By Ted Uihlein Today’s Photo of the Day is “Alpine Stream” by Ted Uihlein. Location: Alta Lakes, Colorado. 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 Ted Uihlein appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Photography education is a constantly fluctuating space, ever evolving from one approach to the next in an effort to differentiate from the pack. The Photo Creators Conference is the next evolution in the chain. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jason Vinson)

The Fujifilm X-T5 mirrorless camera takes the company's well-established and respected X-T line and adds a range of new features and capabilities, most notable being the new 40-megapixel sensor, the highest ever in an X Series camera. The great video features an X-T5 user discussing three reasons why he recommends the camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Recently, news broke that Canon is likely planning a significant firmware for the EOS R5 later this year, including a high-resolution pixel-shift mode. Now, it appears that mode may offer a whopping 400 megapixels of resolution. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Fujifilm to Launch 4 Groundbreaking Cameras in 2023 appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Fujifilm will release four new groundbreaking cameras before the year is out, says Fuji Rumors.  The information comes from a Fujifilm Spain presentation, which was initially reported on by Fujistas; while the presentation discussed the Instax Mini 12, Fujifilm’s just-released instant film camera, it also included “‘a slide that unveiled the camera roadmap in 2023,’” indicating “two X-series cameras and two Instax cameras [are] coming in the next seven months.”  The presentation slide – which can be viewed on the Fuji Rumors website – hints at the launch of an Instax and an X-series camera in both May and...

Canon has a long history of producing some of the most interesting and extreme lens designs out there, and they can be a blast to look back on and even use today if you can track them down. This fun video takes a look at the company's seven most extreme designs, ranging from an insane 5200mm f/14 lens from the 1960s to one of the most useful options on the market today. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A good pair of binoculars are often invaluable to photographers. There are many important things to learn about buying them. Here's what led me to the OM System Olympus PRO binoculars, why they are my perfect choice, and why my old ones were a mistake. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Photo By Jody Partin Today’s Photo of the Day is “Sunrise Serenade” by Jody Partin. Location: Huntley Meadows Park, Virginia. 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 Jody Partin appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Hobolite has recently entered the market with what could possibly be the most aesthetically pleasing LED lights created by any company within the past decade. In this article, we will be looking at the new Hobolite Avant, a mid-tier 100-watt LED light. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

The new Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S lens has arrived, and with it comes some of the company's most extreme design and impressive optical performance. And while it looks impressive on paper, can it hold up in the real world? This great first look video examines the new lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A good wide-aperture 50mm lens is one of the most versatile optics a photographer can own, capable of comfortably tackling a huge range of genres and needs. For Sony users, the new FE 50mm f/1.4 GM offers the promise of high-level performance and image quality in a relatively portable package. This excellent video review takes an in-depth look at everything you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you're a beginner to photography, your images might seem far softer than those you see from your favorite photographers and it can be difficult to identify why. Well, the answer might be in this video, and if not, you'll come away with some sage advice on getting sharp images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The post Drone Photography: Tips for Stunning Aerial Images appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Andrew Thomas. One of the most exciting developments in photography in the last handful of years is the drone camera, which allows you to capture unique viewpoints of common subjects. And while drones were once prohibitively expensive, the cost of getting a camera into the air has dropped dramatically – which means that nearly everyone can capture stunning drone shots! If you decide to venture down this road, I guarantee you won’t be disappointed; aside from the amazing images you can produce, aerial shooting is just tremendous fun. That said, creating top-notch drone photography is about more than flying a quality product...

When it comes to studio lighting, you might think that you need powerful monolights or pack and head systems, but you can accomplish quite a bit with speedlights. This great video tutorial will show you how to do just that using affordable and easy-to-use speedlights. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It’s time to spring-clean your photography website! Don’t leave it until you've finally shot that new body of work you’ve been meaning to shoot. There are several things you can do to your website to freshen it up without shooting new images first. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kaisa Leinonen)