The Fstoppers community is brimming with creative vision and talent. Every day, we comb through your work, looking for images to feature as the Photo of the Day or simply to admire your creativity and technical prowess. In 2023, we're featuring a new photographer every month, whose portfolio represents both stellar photographic achievement and a high level of involvement within the Fstoppers community. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you've followed my writing, you'll know that I rarely pick up my camera if I don't have a contract attached to the action. Call it the joys and perils of being a commercial photographer. You get paid to do what you love, yet your love morphs into a duty and can lose its allure. This is why I surprised myself on my recent work trip to California. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michelle VanTine)

As photographers, it's easy to fall into the trap of believing that the latest and greatest gear will instantly improve our skills and creativity. However, this mindset can often hold us back from truly growing as artists and honing our craft. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

With the incredible advancements in smartphone camera technology, it's no surprise that more and more photographers are turning to their iPhones for both personal and professional photography. Learning how to maximize the capabilities of your iPhone camera can open up a world of creative possibilities and allow you to capture stunning images wherever you go [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post How to Photograph Flowers: A Beginner’s Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. As anyone who’s ever seen my work will tell you, I’m obsessed with flower photography. There’s just something so enjoyable – relaxing, even – about getting down on the ground with my camera and carefully searching for beautiful subjects to capture. Plus, flowers are such accessible subjects; you can find them practically anywhere (as long as you look in the right season, that is!). However, if there’s one thing I’ve learned in my 14+ years photographing flowers, it’s this: For the best flower photos, you can’t just point your camera and hope for the best. Instead, you have to use...

Many dream of having one, yet most can’t ever afford one. What makes the Hasselblad X2D 100C so special? Should you even think about getting one? Who is it for, anyway? There are quite a few questions I had when I was getting this camera, and in the few weeks of using it, I got some answers. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ondřej Vachek)

The photography world was stunned on March 29 as we heard the news that Alyn Wallace, a popular and incredible astrophotographer, has sadly passed away. In this article, I want to pay tribute to Alyn. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Greg Sheard)

We live in a time where over a trillion photos are taken yearly, the photography landscape has never been more competitive. For us photographers, this means that simply capturing quality images isn't enough; effective marketing in today’s rapidly evolving digital age is the only real key to success. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Rex Jones)

Preparing for a shoot is more than just setting up lights and cameras; it involves a detailed workflow that ensures data integrity and efficiency throughout the process. Understanding and implementing a streamlined workflow is crucial for safeguarding your work and maintaining productivity, especially when handling high-volume or high-stakes shoots. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Lightroom is a more powerful tool than ever, and you can easily edit an entire portrait in the program. This helpful video tutorial will show you how. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Zhiyun is a brand name that is most known for its gimbals, which offer solid build, useful features and reliability, so it’s good news now that they have ventured into the world of studio lighting! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Darren Spoonley)

WPPI is one of the biggest photography conferences in the world. But after COVID, the show struggled to make a comeback. Thankfully, WPPI is now as good as it ever was, and getting better each year. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jason Vinson)

Many of us don’t consider the harm we do with our photos. Our actions might be innocent, but there's a dark side to most genres that we don't ever consider. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Crafting the perfect landscape photograph involves much more than just pointing a camera at a scenic view. This fantastic video shares the process and will help you find and create better images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A photographer's encounter with a tragedy can be transformative, both personally and professionally. Justin Mott's coverage of a deadly stampede in Cambodia for The New York Times offers a deep dive into the complexities and emotional weight carried by photojournalists on assignment. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

This is how to use one very powerful slider in Lightroom’s Detail panel to apply sharpening just to your subject’s detail areas (eyes, eyebrows, lips, etc.) without making their skin harsh and grainy (it’s okay to make men’s skin sharp, detailed and textured because nobody really cares about how men look). It’s surprisingly easy, but it really makes a difference and works like a charm. Just a few weeks away from the Lightroom Conference 2024 It’s a two-day, two-track conference (with a pre-conference session the day before included). We’re talking 20+ Lightroom training sessions; an all-star crew of instructors, and you can save a bundle if you sign up right now at kelbyonelive.com – check out the trailer below with more...

Being an artist means more than just creating the perfect image. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Understanding how to manage and reduce noise is a critical aspect of editing for any photographer who shoots at high ISOs. This helpful video tutorial will show you what noise is and how to manage it in your images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The evolution of a photographer's skill set and perspective over time can drastically change the way they view their craft, especially in the realm of landscape photography. This video documents one such examination and some common mistakes that emerged. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Choosing the right camera can be a daunting task for photographers and videographers alike, whether they are just starting out or looking to upgrade their gear. Nonetheless, it's a pivotal decision and one that takes a lot of thought. This helpful video will make the decision easier. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)