The wait is over, and by now, you all have now heard the news! Magmod just announced the release of seven new products: two upgrades and five all-new additions to the MagBox lineup. So, let's jump into them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jason Vinson)

Doing what you love is the dream for many and a reality for some. However, it comes with its own difficulties and pitfalls along the way — perhaps even more — and it's not for everyone. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Photo By Yvonne Baur Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Blooming Meadow” by Yvonne Baur. Location: Mount Rainier National Park, Washington. “In summer, the area around Mount Rainier explodes in wildflowers,” says Baur. “I went on a hike and enjoyed the colorful sight of lupine and paintbrush in a lush meadow. It was such a pretty sight with snow-capped Mount Rainier in the back.” 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...

The post 13 iPhone Camera Settings to Improve Your Photos appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Ringsmuth. There is an amazing array of iPhone camera settings you can tweak, customize, and configure to get just the right shots. Some of these settings are obvious, but others are buried beneath layers of buttons and menus and are easy to miss. And while anyone can take great shots on an iPhone just by launching the camera and pressing the shutter button, learning a few of the custom options can truly take your iPhone photography to the next level. Also, most of these iPhone tips and tricks are available no matter your iPhone model – so even if your...

Cheaper cameras' shutter lives are shorter than more expensive ones. As the shutter counts of premium cameras increase, so does the price. But I started to notice surprising discrepancies between brands. Here's what I found out. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

We have all had our fair share of smooth photoshoots where everything goes like a dream and probably a few not-so-smooth shoots where it feels like one never-ending disaster you can't escape. What was your worst photoshoot? This fun video features a photographer discussing his and offering some of the lessons he learned from the experience. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When the Canon EOS R5 was first announced, one of its marquee features was its 8K raw video, but videographers quickly ran into issues with the camera overheating when recording in both 8K and 4K, leading some to question just how useful the camera actually is for video work. How much is this truly an issue in real-world usage, though? This excellent video review features a cinematographer and director discussing how the camera performs in specific modes after months of usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A short walk leads to a short story about how bigger isn’t always better. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

According to rumors, Nikon’s next Z-mount camera will feature retro styling with a choice of three different looks. For a manufacturer whose mirrorless cameras have often been overshadowed by releases from Sony and Canon, rediscovering a feature that makes a product distinctive could be a smart move from Nikon. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

If you look at the work of professional portrait photographers, you will probably notice that they frequently use more complex two- or three-light setups. Such setups certainly have their place, as they enable a lot of creative flexibility, but that does not mean you cannot take professional portraits with just a single light. This excellent video tutorial will show you an effective single-light portrait setup for taking compelling images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

As you progress in landscape photography, you might find yourself wondering how others get everything in focus within their images. In this article series and video, I'll go over how to focus stack while in the field and what to do once you sit down to process your images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Armitage)

Focus stacking is a common technique used by landscape photographers for images in which ultra-deep depth of field and high levels of sharpness are desired. You can use it for nighttime landscapes that incorporate things like the Milky Way as well, though it takes some additional considerations. This excellent video tutorial will show you a workflow for the technique as well as offer some helpful tips to ensure you get the best quality images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A question just about every Lightroom Classic (LrC) user faces at some point is, should I be using such-and-such plug-in to do X, Y, or Z in my workflow? The answer, of course, is it depends. [Editor’s note: This article first appeared in the June issue of Photoshop User Magazine] Each issue of Photoshop User Magazine (and previous issues of Lightroom Magazine) contains reviews and in-depth articles about using different plug-ins, and so I’m not here to repeat those efforts (I do recommend you look back at previous issues if interested in a specific plug-in review), but rather to consider the question of where and when a plug-in might fit in a typical LrC workflow, and how you might decide if...

Photo By Dean Cobin Today’s Photo Of The Day is “The Dogwood” by Dean Cobin. Location: Harriman State Park, New York. 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 Dean Cobin appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

For astrophotographers who use Photoshop, here's some interesting and some good news. A just-released plug-in called APF-R (Absolute Point of Focus) can do wonders for your images. Astrophotographer Christoph Kaltseis has developed APF-R in order to achieve high-resolution, ultra-sharp images that still look natural. As astro-imagers know, trying to sharpen point sources like stars can result in ugly halos and other unwanted artifacts. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mel Martin)

Congratulations to Robert Henderson for winning the recent Beautiful Bokeh Photography Assignment with the image, “Red Colobus Critique.” View the winning image and a selection of submissions in the gallery below. And be sure to check out our current photography assignment here and enter your best shots! [See image gallery at www.outdoorphotographer.com] The post Beautiful Bokeh Assignment Winner Robert Henderson appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The post The Best Lightroom Presets in 2021 (13 Beautiful Options) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Ana Mireles. If you’re looking for the best Lightroom presets, you’ve come to the right place. Given the number of available options, it’s easy to get overwhelmed – or even worse, buy a pack of presets that you’ll never use. To help you navigate the wide market of Lightroom presets, we’ve put together a selection of the best quality packs (to fit many different needs). So read on to discover the 13 best preset packs in 2021! 1. Landscape and Travel Photography Presets Fine art photographer Jan Erik Waider offers a bundle of eight Lightroom presets packs, designed for different...

When it comes to tools designed to help you edit, the main factor for me is time. Yes, I want tools to make things easier and more intuitive, but at the end of the day, those features must help save me time. The Loupedeck Live does all that and more. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jason Vinson)

Manual mode is often held up as the mark of a professional photographer, and while it is definitely something every photographer should master, that does not mean it is the best choice for every situation. So, how do you know which mode to use? This quick and helpful video discusses what you need to know. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

One of the most popular long-exposure subjects out there is light trails, in which the headlights and taillights of moving vehicles create eye-catching pathways throughout the frame. They can be a great creative tool, and they are also a ton of fun to shoot. This excellent video tutorial will show you everything you need to know to create great light trail shots. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)