Photo By Marlon Porter “While walking along the shoreline of the Lakefront Promenade Park in Toronto, Canada, a mother swan spotted us and swam over with her three babies in tow riding safely between her wings,” explains Marlon Porter. “She waddled up onto the sand, and her tiny chicks plopped out and curiously walked over to me and my father, snuggling with each other and exploring the world around them. Everything was perfect—the sunlight diffused by the gray sky, the calmness of the water, the mother swan trusting us while standing proudly nearby and the fearlessness of these little birds to get so close to my camera. It all came together to allow me to get this perfect portrait of the...

Atmosphere in images is both important and difficult to attain, particularly when the weather isn't obeying your desires for interesting conditions. Here is a tutorial on how to create your own fog brush for Photoshop and turn a bland image into something more moody. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Submit Your Most Profitable Image During Covid-19 The 2020 pandemic has been extremely hard on photographers but over the last few months, business has started to pick up and we want to hear some good news. Show us your most profitable image since the start of the Pandemic. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lee Morris)

I use Lightroom, in some capacity, for everything I shoot. Without it, my workflow would be entirely different, and probably not for the better. While some of the recent feature updates have been fine, I still can’t believe these three features haven’t made it into the software after all this time. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Coleman)

It seems like the mirrorless/DSLR realm operates in a different dimension to phone cameras. Sony’s new a1 body boasts a 50-megapixel full-frame sensor and is cutting edge, yet Samsung’s Galaxy S20 Ultra claims to have a 108 MP sensor — and now there are some wild rumors about upcoming 200 MP phone sensors. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mitch Warnick)

Scott has an article from last week sharing 5 great reasons to start using Lightroom mobile, and I wanted to build on that with a focus on using Lightroom on an iPad. I’m still using a first generation iPad Pro, so I can’t speak to the benefits of the power boost that comes with the latest generation of iPads. I’m just focused on the cool benefits of using Lightroom on this device in general, no matter which iPad you own. That said, many of these same benefits apply to using an Android based tablet, but I don’t own one to test with to confirm. (1) A much large display You could almost say this goes without saying, but it really is the...

The Canon EOS R5 has been in the hands of photographers for several months now, allowing them to get a real feel for how it holds up in long-term usage. This excellent video review takes a look at the EOS R5 after six months of usage and how it performs in a variety of genres. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Jeff Sullivan Today’s Photo Of The Day is “The Wave in Black and White” by Jeff Sullivan. Location: Arizona. “Striated layers of Navajo sandstone undulate under erosive forces, gradually uncovering rock formed in the Jurassic Period, 150 to 190 million years ago,” describes Sullivan. “Visiting the Wave requires a cross-country hike of over 3 miles from the Wire Pass Trailhead on House Rock Road, near Kanab, Utah. Only 20 hiking permits, awarded by lottery, are issued for each day by the Bureau of Land Management. “For maximum control over contrast and detail, three exposures were captured one stop apart. After adjustment in Adobe Lightroom, a High Dynamic Range (HDR) master was created in Photomatix. That result was converted to...

The post Nikon NX Studio Review: How Good Is This Free Photo Editor? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Ringsmuth. In order to write a good Nikon NX Studio review, it’s important to step back to see who this program is for and how it fits into the image editing landscape. In 2006, Nikon released a software tool called Capture NX, which was designed for its fledgling line of digital cameras. Over the years, Nikon slowly added new features, but Capture NX was never a serious competitor to Adobe Lightroom, Capture One, or other popular image editing and management software. That all changed in early 2021; Nikon retired Capture NX (and its companion, ViewNX) and replaced...

The Samyang 24mm f/1.8 AF is a remarkably compact lens at a very reasonable price that still offers impressive image quality for Sony E mount shooters. This excellent video review takes a look at the lens and the kind of performance you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

“I only shoot natural light. I’m a natural light photographer.” I can’t even begin to count how many times I’ve heard some variation of this statement. It doesn’t get any less silly each time I hear it, though. Why would anyone want to box themselves into doing only one thing? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

The inverse square law is one of the most fundamental and important concepts in lighting, and as such, any photographer working with artificial light should have a good understanding of it. If you are new to it, this helpful video tutorial will show you everything you need to know, from the way the law works to the practical consequences it has on your photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Being a successful artist can sometimes mean being both determined and flexible at the same time. But how can such a duality exist over the course of a career? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Events like concerts and professional sports are some of the most exciting and desirable things to photograph, but they almost always require a specialized pass for access. If you are wondering how to get one, this excellent video essay discusses when you will need one and how to go about obtaining it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

While things like choosing camera settings are fairly objective, composition is a bit more nebulous and is often something that gives photographers a bit of trouble. If you have been struggling with your portrait compositions, this excellent video will give you six helpful tips that will improve your photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Modern cameras are highly advanced machines, often with dozens of features and customization options to help you get the shot. With so many features, it is easy to overlook some of what you can do. Here are five camera features you might not know about that can help you take better photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Fujifilm's GFX series brought medium format to the masses, with prices that competed with the upper end of full frame cameras. The GFX 100 took things further, pairing a 102-megapixel medium format sensor with modern features for under $10,000. Now, there is the GFX 100S, which keeps almost all of the GFX 100's features but costs about half as much, and this great video review takes a look at how it performs in the real world. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Steve Hirsch Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Pfeiffer Rush” by Steve Hirsch. Location: Pfeiffer Beach, California. “The ‘Keyhole’ in the rock formation at Pfeiffer beach in Big Sur is a favorite for photographers,” says Hirsch. “I used a long exposure to create the leading lines in this exposure.” 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 Steve Hirsch appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original...

The post When to Use a High ISO (+ Tips for High-ISO Photography) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by James Maher. Are there times when a high ISO makes sense? When should you consider using a high ISO? And what ISO can modern cameras handle? In this article, I’ll explain everything you need to know about high ISOs, including: Whether high ISOs are ever a good thing (spoiler alert: they are!)Tips and tricks for working with high ISOs for great resultsHow to determine the maximum acceptable ISO for your cameraMuch, much more! Let’s get started. When (if ever) should you use a high ISO? Raising the ISO is one of the most common photographic fears. Photographers –...

Over the history of mankind, the best way found to archive data was to carve it into stone, then bury it in the sand. Photographically, the most stable form of archiving is probably a black-and-white silver-based image on a glass plate. For digital data storage, there is no perfect permanent storage option. Most digital storage media can’t be confidently recommended to be dependable beyond 5-10 years. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Kodama)