The Five Best Beginner Targets for Astrophotography

Astrophotography has become more popular than ever, in no small part due to the global pandemic, but also due to the availability of inexpensive portable tracking mounts. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Scott Donschikowski)
    
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Photo Of The Day By Sharon Ramer

Photo By Sharon Ramer Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Is it Winter Already?” by Sharon Ramer. Location: New Hampshire. “Early snow in autumn has this chickadee wondering where fall went!” says Ramer. 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 Sharon Ramer appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff
    
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Which of These Two Famous Photographers Took the Better Image?

Lindsay Adler and Dani Diamond are two very well-known photographers, both lauded for their creative and striking portraiture and fashion photography. So, if you were to pit them against each other in a shoot-off, who do you think would win? This awesome video does just that, and you will learn quite a bit along the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)
    
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Bird Photography at 2,560mm With the Canon RF 800mm and Teleconverters

Bird photography can be gear-intensive when your small subjects are a long way away. But, what would it be like if you had unparalleled reach? Would it be useful or restricting? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)
    
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Photo Editing for Beginners: A Simple Introduction

The post Photo Editing for Beginners: A Simple Introduction appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Lily Sawyer. Photo editing can be pretty daunting. Open up any post-processing program, and you’ll be confronted by a slew of sliders, tools, and options (it’s enough to make anyone feel overwhelmed!). Fortunately, basic photography editing isn’t nearly as hard as it seems. There are a few simple steps you can take to get great results right off the bat, which I share in this article. Specifically, I offer a series of basic principles that you can use when editing any image. They’re quick, they’re easy, and they’ll remain useful, even as you level up your editing skills and dive into more advanced applications....adjusting the exposure slider
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Sharing Your Photos, Part 4

Figure 1. Sharing your work doesn’t begin and end with exporting individual images. Think about sharing sets of images or portfolios with Lightroom Classics Slideshow and Book Modules. These days, social media has become the most popular way for photographers to share our work. It’s an addicting feedback mechanism that has allowed artists to build audiences in new and exciting ways. I also suspect that most of us use similar sharing workflows. Speaking generally, I’ve picked a resolution for my JPEGs that I use for almost all the images I export out of Lightroom, I use a watermark when appropriate, throw in a little output sharpening, and that’s the bulk of what I do. Sound familiar? Still, there are additional applications...Screen shot of Lightroom's slideshow settings.
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Your Virtual Studio Just Got an Upgrade

If you are unfamiliar with 3D studio software, it's maybe something worth checking out. Ellixxier software produces a 3D pre-vis studio that hits the mark in terms of time-saving when in the studio, and the software has just received another upgrade, allowing more freedom when planning your shoots. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)
    
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What Is Diffusion and How Can You Use It to Improve Your Photos?

When it comes to lighting, perhaps the most fundamental parameter every photographer has to gain a mastery of is controlling the softness or hardness of the light. There are several ways to go about this, with one of them being diffusion. This excellent video tutorial will show you what diffusion does and how to use it to take a higher level of control over your lighting and images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)
    
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How to Decide Which Full Frame Sony Camera You Should Buy

Sony has an extensive lineup of cameras in its range that cater to many different genres and applications. In this video, Sidney Diongzon goes through his suggestions for which camera is most suitable depending on what you most often shoot. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)
    
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The 2021 Photo Assignment Winners

We had so many incredible submissions to our weekly assignments over the past year. The slideshow below features the winning image from each assignment. Check it out for inspiration, and then get ready to enter our assignments in 2022! [See image gallery at www.outdoorphotographer.com] The post The 2021 Photo Assignment Winners appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff
    
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Everything You Need to Know About Lightroom Masking (Part 2)

Adobe released version 11 of Lightroom a little over a month ago and with it came a lot of new features. In this part of the guide, we'll go over the new sky selection tool, how to apply color or luminance masks, and how to use intersections. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Armitage)
    
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5 Potentially Harmful Photography Opinions

Photography tends to breed a lot of strong opinions among those who enjoy the pursuit, some productive and some less so. This interesting video essay features a seasoned photographer sharing five opinions he hears commonly that can be detrimental to photographers. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)
    
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Photo Of The Day By Kevin Cass

Photo By Kevin Cass Today’s Photo Of The Day is “How Big Of A Drop?” by Kevin Cass. Location: Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming. “Jack Pilot skis off a rock pillar in the Grand Targhee backcountry, giving a human scale on just how much air he is flying through on a gray day in Wyoming.” 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 Kevin Cass appeared first...
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Don't Miss Some of the Most Extreme Lenses You've Ever Seen

Christopher Frost is one of the best lens reviewers out there, and in his time, he has tested some pretty incredible and rare lenses that most of us could never dream of getting our hands on. This neat video details some of the craziest lenses he has tested and shares some images from them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)
    
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Adobe Announces Free Creative Cloud Express

Good news for aspiring photographers and those looking to edit photos and video and create content for the web, print, etc. Adobe has a new offering called Creative Cloud Express. And best of all, it's totally free. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Casey Chinn)
    
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7 Best Landscape Photography Courses (in 2022)

The post 7 Best Landscape Photography Courses (in 2022) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Ana Mireles. Want to capture stunning landscape photos? If you’re passionate about upgrading your skills, then I highly recommend you learn from a professional – someone who has a track record of gorgeous images (and who has the know-how to teach you to do the same). That’s where this article comes in handy. Below, you’ll find the best landscape photography courses currently available, including options from plenty of world-class shooters. Before you invest, however, make sure the course is right for you; it should match your skill level, and it should cover the topics you’re interested in learning. You should also check...The Ultimate Guide to Landscape and Nature Photography landscape course
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Why Negative Space Can Positively Impact Your Composition

To people unfamiliar with the term, negative space might seem like something bad. On the contrary, using negative space can greatly enhance your compositions and make your subject stand out. Here's what it is and how to use it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)
    
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Is This Lens a Snooze or Good News for the Z System?

Nikon’s recent lens announcement, the Z 28-75 f/2.8, came as a bit of surprise. Notably absent from the roadmap, with few rumors or speculation in the run-up to its appearance, this lens is an odd duck in more ways than one. Is this a promising development for the Z system or a missed opportunity? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Coleman)
    
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3 Transition Hacks to Improve Your Travel Videos

Transitions play a huge role in making a video appealing. Here are three ways to create seamless and dynamic transitions for your video projects. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)
    
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How a Good Attitude Will Bring You Better Images

Being a creative can be frustrating, bringing with it a variety of challenges and sometimes, just plain bad luck. Your attitude and approach can make a huge difference, though. This great video essay discusses why a positive attitude can lead to better images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)
    
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