Photoshop's Clone Stamp has long been one of the program's most useful tools, but with a bevy of new and advanced tools, including Content Aware Fill and Generative AI, it might seem like such a simple tool might be obsolete. Nothing could be further from the truth, though. This fantastic video tutorial features a seasoned Photoshop pro sharing five reasons why the Clone Stamp is still relevant and how you can use it in your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Don’t wait for someone to hire you to create your dream photoshoot. Do it on your own, and let that work attract clients who have a need for what you want to create. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jada Parrish)

Tilt-shift lenses are some of the oddest options out there, and they can be a bit tricky to use, but they hold a very valuable place in the toolkits of many photographers. What makes them so useful? This helpful video tutorial introduces you to tilt-shift lenses and their applications. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Sony a7 IV is widely regarded as one of the best hybrid cameras out there, but with the a6700 now here, Sony users have two excellent options for their work. Despite the a7 IV having a full frame sensor, the a6700 has some better features and is also $1,000 cheaper. So, which is right for you? This fantastic video comparison takes a look at both to help you decide. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

There is a lot to learn when you are a new photographer or filmmaker, but one of the most important bits of advice does not have anything to do with your creative approach, but rather with how you spend your money. Before you pull out your credit card and go on a shopping spree, check out this important video essay that gives some crucial advice that will save you from making costly mistakes. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post The Essential Guide to Electronic Viewfinders appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. Discover the ins and outs of electronic viewfinders. See the world through your camera in a whole new way! Mirrorless cameras have electronic viewfinders (EVF). When you put a mirrorless camera up to your eye, you’re looking at a very small screen. This shows you what the camera will record when you press the shutter button. But how does an electronic viewfinder actually work? And is an EVF right for you? In this article, I explore the ins and outs of EVFs, including their unique advantages and characteristics. Note that this article is not an attempt to debate electronic viewfinders vs...

This is a quick one, and it answers a question posed by one of my readers (John McGill) on Friday. He asked if there was any way to change the background color in the main window behind our images in Lightroom. Luckily, it’s easy (and you can do it in one of two different places): Above: Here’s my current background color, which I have set to Dark Gray (Lightroom’s actual default background color is “Medium Gray.” To change the color, just right-click (or Ctrl-click) on the background area outside your image, and a pop-up menu of background color choices appears (as seen here). In this case, I’ll choose Light Gray. Above: Here’s what it looks like when you change the background...

Cover photo : ©Abandonednordic It’s a subject not often addressed but significant in the process of creating images. There are domains where risks have to be assessed, evaluated, and prevented. Taking risks is sometimes necessary, although that encompasses many different aspects, and the stakes are also diverse. It mostly depends on your photo field and where you are on your photography journey. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Stefan Gonzalevski)

The camera can be seen as most impactful when it's used to document life in its rawest form. Every day, photographers grab their camera and head out to create a photograph for many reasons. It could be for a client on a commercial set. It could be a wedding photographer. It could be a landscape photographer. All these approaches hold their own sort of gravitas. However, when a camera is used to capture events that help the viewer understand our reality and our history, it could be said the camera is at its most powerful. Photojournalism holds this gravitas. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Rudzikewycz)

When I'm teaching photography, I always suggest to my students that they make checklists of to remember things when they shoot. I'm also a fan of handy acronyms to remember them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

Fujifilm and the entertainment powerhouse Disney have collaborated to celebrate 100 years since Disney's founding in October 1923. To commemorate this special occasion, the camera manufacturer has released a very rare edition of its unattainable X100V premium compact camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ondřej Vachek)

With 10 years of professional photography under my belt, I can confidently say directing models with ease is one of the most important aspects of the job. Yet, it is a skill that so many photographers struggle with. It’s one of those things that seems so simple, but in the actual moment, can be incredibly challenging. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jada Parrish)

Venus Optics is known for producing some of the most unique and innovative lenses in the industry, including ultra-macro options, smooth trans focus lenses with extra smooth bokeh, extraordinarily wide lenses, and, of course, their famous probe lens. It seems the company is never content to rest, with another crazy lens likely on the way very soon. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Full frame cameras are generally regarded as the standard option for professional work, but in recent years, crop sensor cameras have come a long way, and their associated ecosystems have filled out to offer photographers and filmmakers a wide range of options suitable for many genres and applications. This interesting video essay discusses three reasons why crop sensors cameras are often a better choice than full frame options. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Lightroom's new AI-powered noise reduction is a remarkable step forward for the program, giving users powerful capabilities for working with high-ISO photos without having to ever leave the program. The one drawback is that the noise reduction can take a bit of time, particularly if you are using an older computer. So, if you are working with a large batch of photos, it is important to ensure you have set up your workflow for optimal efficiency. This helpful video tutorial will show you how to do just that. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

What lured you into photography? Was it a specific genre? Was it a person? Whatever the case, I want to lay out the benefits of being as open and experimental as possible when you are new to the craft. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Right after the Canon EOS R5 was released, I received one from Canon for a review. I liked the camera enough to make a gradual switch from the EOS 5D Mark IV. Now, after three years, I would like to share my long-term experience and the things that could or should be improved in the next iteration. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

Symmetry has long been one of the most powerful tools to provide visual interest in an image, and there are many ways to leverage it in your work to create compelling shots. This fantastic video tutorial will show you some of the different types of symmetry in landscape photography and how you can use them in your own work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A theme of Canon's RF lens philosophy has been taking some standard, well-established designs and pushing them to new extremes, such as the 28-70mm f/2 zoom or replacing the 300mm f/2.8 prime with the new 100-300mm f/2.8L. It seems like they have no intention of slowing down, with more extreme patents now emerging. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I set up in my usual spot for fireworks photos this year, but with a bit of a lighter kit than normal, a small mirrorless camera, and a kit lens. With the advent of Photoshop's Generative Fill tool, perhaps I didn't need to even that. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)