It’s actually more than that in this super helpful video from Terry White — he goes into the process of importing your images into the ‘cloud’ version of Lightroom, but he also tackles one of those “most-requested” topics, which is how ‘cloud’ users can back up their images locally (on their own computer or external hard drive) as well. It’s not a very long video (11+ minutes) but totally worth it. Check it out here. Thanks, Terry!!! OK, this week is off and running — it’s going to be a great one!!!! Thanks for stopping by! -Scott The post Lightroom ‘cloud’ Users: How to Back up Your Images To Your Computer appeared first on Lightroom Killer Tips. Original link(Originally posted by Scott Kelby)

No matter how long you’ve been practicing photography, there are always ways to keep things fresh and improve your images. So, if you’re feeling stuck in a rut or just need a new way of seeing things, these 10 tips can help take your skills to the next level.  1. Exhaust All Possibilities Don’t walk away from a subject with just one great capture. Be sure to take advantage of every situation to go home with multiple fantastic images. Make a horizontal and vertical of what appears in front of you. If the obvious orientation is vertical, zoom to a wider setting and make a horizontal and include more information in the frame. Compose the image to eliminate distractions. Make a...

As a working professional, I rely on my gear and need it to perform in all conditions. Recently, I was given the opportunity to field-test the new Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VXD. It may just surprise you, as it did me. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by kate g)

Unlike digital photography, where pretty much all the style is added in the editing process, in film photography, you are making a significant creative decision the moment you choose which film to put in your camera. So, how do you know which to choose? This interesting video follows a photographer as he discusses shooting the same area with several different films and some of the decisions that go into each shot. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you look at the work of a lot of successful landscape photographers, you will probably notice that the majority of them are very good at controlling the layers of an image to create a sense of depth that draws the viewer in and encourages them to linger and explore the photo. Being able to effectively separate those layers to avoid the image becoming cluttered is a crucial skill, and this excellent video tutorial discusses how to compose your photos to do just that. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A lot of landscape photographers will tell you that the best types of images are devoid of people — just nature in all its splendid, unspoiled glory. I beg to differ. Here are some reasons why you should put yourself in the frame of your landscape images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

The GFX 100S is one of the most impressive cameras available now, offering high-level medium format image quality with a feature set traditionally reserved for full frame bodies, and put together at an impressively competitive price. This excellent video review puts the camera to the test in one of the areas for which its dynamic range and extreme resolution are seemingly best suited: cityscapes. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A lot of the time, we have to work out of our dedicated offices, and that can be a bit of a pain given a lot of the specialized tools creatives tend to use for their work. If you find yourself on the go a lot, this helpful video will give you five tips to improve your portable workspace to make it more efficient, effective, and enjoyable to use. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Sony's not a camera company or at least hasn't been until relatively recently. Its heritage is as un-optical as any recent manufacturer can be and is certainly far removed from the heritage of the likes of Nikon, Canon, Leica, and Pentax. Yet, among the gravestones we see littering the photographic landscape, it seems likely that the A mount will soon join them, finally severing any link to the past. So, why wasn't the A mount Sony's future? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mike Smith)

One of the most common and useful functions of Photoshop is the ability to change the color of different objects for creative effect. If you are shooting outdoor portraits, landscape photography, or anything else with plants or foliage, this excellent video tutorial will show you how to easily and convincingly change their color using Photoshop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Clayton Peoples Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Surrealism” by Clayton Peoples. Location: Alabama Hills, California. “The Alabama Hills of southern California offers a surreal landscape of contorted granite boulders lying in the shadow of some of the tallest peaks in the Sierra Nevada, including the tallest—Mount Whitney,” says Peoples. “On this particular morning, this surreal landscape was made even more surreal by lenticular clouds forming in the sky, illuminated by the rising sun.” 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...

With a slew of new, high-spec cameras in the last few years, some have enjoyed the limelight more than others. In this video, one photographer and videographer goes through his reasons why one cinema camera is underrated. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The post 7 Composition and Lighting Tips to Improve Your Landscape Photos (Video) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Looking to take your landscape photography to the next level? In this video, professional landscape photographer Nigel Danson takes you through his shooting process and shares 7 simple tips and tricks to elevate your photos. While Danson mostly focuses on composition, he throws in a couple of lighting tips for good measure – and each piece of advice is carefully illustrated with breathtaking video footage and stellar example photos. So give it a watch! And then leave a comment below, letting us know your favorite tip from the video. The post 7 Composition and Lighting Tips...

The post 4 Tips for Drop-Dead Gorgeous Waterfall Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Eric Leslie. Waterfall photography is a lot of fun – but coming home with the best shots can be a difficult task. In this article, I’ll share four simple tips designed to take your waterfall photos to the next level. I’ll discuss the best gear, settings, and light… …and by the time you’re done, you’ll be ready to capture waterfalls like a pro. Let’s get started. 1. A camera and a tripod is good enough Photographers often claim that waterfall photography must be done with neutral density filters, but this is completely false. All you need is a camera that can shoot...

Food is a fundamental part of survival. The very first thing we do after being born is eat. Human brains know food on a primal and instinctual level. Our brains automatically reject or call into question food imagery that doesn't look real. In advertising, our brains are a little more forgiving. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jules Sherred)

One of the things that can drive someone new to food photography mad is capturing steam or smoke. It doesn't have to be complicated. And it is easy to do without any special equipment to create the steam or smoke. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jules Sherred)

Of all the functions and panels in Lightroom, the one that gets used the least is probably the Calibration panel. In fact, many photographers have been working in Lightroom for years and have never touched it. And while it is not necessarily essential, it can make a big difference in certain situations, and this excellent video tutorial will show you five ways it can improve your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The internet is a strange and wonderful place. While there are a lot of tutorials about how to become a better photographer or what piece of gear is better than the other, sometimes, you just need to have a little fun. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

Did you see the recent solar eclipse? It was quite a stunning sight. If you missed it, take a few minutes to watch this fantastic footage that shows the process of shooting it and the eclipse itself. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L USM lens was one of the first in the company's full frame mirrorless line, and it turned a lot of heads by establishing a new standard of quality that has been continued by many subsequent RF lenses. Just how much better is it than the original EF 50mm f/1.2L, and is it worth upgrading? This excellent video review takes a look at both lenses and what you can expect. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)