Photographers generally like to focus on objective things: camera settings, lighting ratios, finances, etc. It is only natural to want to put your attention toward easily quantifiable things. However, that is not all it takes to find success as a professional. This fantastic video essay features an experienced pro discussing a subtler but crucially important skill all aspiring professionals need to develop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I have been searching for a portable power station that can meet my energy needs on the go and power my home office during power outages for some time now. And with the Bluetti AC60, I found a compact solution. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

In the beginning, the iPad was mostly an entertainment device meant for content consumption, but it quickly evolved into an incredibly powerful device for content creators, and when combined with Adobe's apps, it is an intriguing option for photographers on the go. This awesome video tutorial will show you how to use the iPad to edit landscape images using both Lightroom and Photoshop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you offer portrait services in any way, be it weddings or family portraits, you will have sold a fair few stretched canvases in your time. Other wall products have come and gone over the years, but in this article, we explore why canvas is still that go-to product for photographers to showcase their work to portrait clients and suggest an elevated version to help you stand out from the rest. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kim Simpson)

Sigma's new 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary lens offers APS-C shooters a very nice combination of ultra-wide focal lengths in tandem with a wide maximum aperture, making it a nice option for a variety of shooters, including landscape photographers, events shooters, and much more. How does it hold up in practice? This awesome video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

For many photographers, the pursuit of passion is often overshadowed by the looming fear of financial instability. Visions of artistic fulfillment are frequently interrupted by sleepless nights, wondering if next month’s bills will be covered. In a saturated market where every other person with a camera considers themselves a photographer, standing out and making a comfortable living can seem like an elusive dream. But what if amidst these swirling doubts, you came across a story so compelling, it reignites the fire in your belly and renews your faith in the power of persistence and innovation? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jeremy Bustin)

Lightroom version 13 is here, and continuing the trend of recent releases, it brings with it some major changes and new features that you will want to be aware of so you can get the most from the program and your image edits. If you have not checked out the latest version yet, check out this excellent video that will show you all the new features and how to use them to work on your images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The new iPhone 15 Pro Max has garnered a lot of attention thanks to its new capabilities such as recording to external storage, bringing it ever-closer to being a professional photography and videography tool (with particular focus on the latter). So, how close is it now? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

It used to be that if you were good at it and could invest the time, you could make a decent living from stock photography, but in recent years, the industry has evolved in what has very much been a race to the bottom in many ways, and it is a far less reliable income source than it used to be. Is it still worth the time and effort in 2023? This great video essay features an experienced commercial photographer discussing his experience with stock work in the past year. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Retouch4me Color Match Review: Professional Color Grading Made Easy appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Back in August, Retouch4me, the software company behind a number of popular AI Photoshop plugins, unveiled its most intriguing product yet: the Color Match plugin, which promises to “[e]xtract colors from any image and apply them to your photos.” In other words, using Retouch4me’s Color Match plugin, it should be possible to: Import an image that you want to color grade (the original image).Import an image featuring a color-grading style that you like (the reference image).Instantly transform your original image to look like your reference shot (color-wise, that is!). I don’t know about you, but I’m a little...

Sports and wildlife shooters looking for great reach without the aching back can rejoice. Nikon today has announced the new lightweight NIKKOR Z 600MM f/6.3 VR S supertelephoto prime lens. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

The title of the widest AF-capable rectilinear lens on the market has belonged to Canon for a long time with their EF 11-24mm F/4 L USM. Well, the king has been surpassed with today’s introduction of the RF 10-20mm f/4 L IS STM. How is it? We’ve used it for a few days to tell you all about it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ondřej Vachek)

At this year’s Adobe Max conference for creative and design professionals in Los Angeles, CA, the focus was on using AI technology to enhance creativity. As Shantanu Narayen, CEO of Adobe Systems, stated, people are creating more than ever before, and it is Adobe’s intention to use AI to allow creators to become both more creative and more productive. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)

The holiday season is almost upon us, and I'm sure now is the time your significant other, family, or friends are scratching their heads on what to buy you. Perhaps, you are also looking for something new to put in your camera bag. In this article, I choose 5 items ideal for wildlife photographers. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Greg Sheard)

Talking cameras isn’t always about lavishing praise on the most recent release. Nearing two years since I first placed my order, the Nikon Z9 continues to be the best camera I’ve ever owned. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Taking portraits outside is great fun and can result in some amazing shots, but you'll likely have heard that you shouldn't shoot during the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest. Why? It's difficult to make the light flattering, among other things. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Today is the first day of Adobe MAX and with that, the release of latest updates across Adobe’s suite of programs! Here we’ll focus on a rundown of what’s new in Lightroom Classic, Lightroom, and Camera Raw (we’ll dive deeper into each feature in future posts). Key new features are available across all programs, but exceptions will be noted. For all programs, the update at this time of year also comes with an updated version number, so Lightroom Classic is now version 13, Camera Raw is version 16, Lightroom for Mac/Win is version 7, and Lightroom on mobile is version 9. Also, it is worth noting that lightroom.adobe.com has been updated as well. Check your Adobe Application Manager for updates, and...

he Camera Cubes from Peak Design have been quite popular with photographers, offering several options for travel with cameras, lenses, drones, and the varied accessories we are all weighed down with. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mel Martin)

One of the most rewarding things you can do as a photographer is to see your images printed. Prints can be made either at home or at specialist labs, such as WhiteWall. Having dominated the fine art printing industry for years, WhiteWall keeps on evolving. Their latest innovation is related to monochrome photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

It is October already! Can you believe it? That also means the holidays are around the corner, and I'm sure many of you would love to receive some amazing camera gear or even treat yourself to something nice. In this article, I pick five items that would be ideal for any new or experienced portrait photographer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Greg Sheard)