It takes years of practice to become good at sports photography. Basketball, for example, is fast-paced, with frequent turnovers. When covering a game, you need to be attentive to all of the action happening on the court. But even if you photograph all of the crucial plays, something may be missing from your coverage. This article will help you understand the variety of potential shots at a basketball game and what you need to do to ensure that you capture them properly. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)

A decade ago, Samyang lenses were known for being sharp, affordable, and manual focus only, but in recent years, the company has expanded their offerings to start including autofocus in many options while still maintaining reasonable prices and impressive image quality. So, how do they compete with current options? This great video overview takes you through four options: the 35mm f/1.4 AF II, the AF 50mm f/1.4 FE II, AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II, and AF 135mm f/1.8 FE. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

One of my favorite ways to enjoy and learn about nature photography is through printed books and over the years, I have accumulated a large, diverse collection. Most of the books on my bookshelf fit nicely into a single category: portfolio, planning resource, reference, cultural/natural history, or photography education. Sometimes a book might fit into two of these categories, but it is rare to find a publication that is all of these things in a single volume. Because they are both so comprehensive and achieve a level of excellence in each of these areas, Our National Monuments: America’s Hidden Gems and Treasured Lands: A Photographic Odyssey through America’s National Parks, both by QT Luong, are essential books for any photographer who...

Photo By Amy Ames Today’s Photo of the Day is “The Grand at 17 Below!” by Amy Ames. Location: Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming. 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 Amy Ames appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Fujifilm's GFX line of medium format mirrorless cameras has reinvigorated the market beyond full frame, and the company continues to invest in expanding its capabilities. Along those lines, a patent has emerged for an interesting lens that would offer a lot of versatility for its users. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Sony a7R line of mirrorless cameras has long been popular for offering some of the highest levels of resolution available in a full frame camera in tandem with a wide range of features that make it suitable for many different genres and applications. We have now reached the line's fifth generation, and the a7R V brings with it some of the company's latest advancements and capabilities. This excellent video review takes a look at the camera and the sort of image quality and performance you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Braces are extremely common, but their wearers are often a bit self-conscious about them, and as such, you might get requests to remove them. As usual, it is Photoshop to the rescue, and this helpful video tutorial will show you how to deal with a situation that can be surprisingly tricky. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post The Nikon Z8 May Be Announced Next Month appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Ever since the release of the original Nikon Z6 and Z7, photographers have speculated about a potential Nikon Z8 – in fact, we initially reported on Z8 rumors way back in March 2020. But while the Z8 has remained conspicuously absent from official Nikon announcements, Nikon Rumors is now hinting at a possible April launch date.  According to NR, “[t]he latest announcement timeframe I got is April and shipping in May,” though the “development announcement could come earlier.” This release date aligns neatly with information released by the rumor site in November 2022:  “[T]he Nikon Z8 camera design is...

Check out the video below for the scoop on the new book, which includes the lighting, the shooting, and of course, the Lightroom and Photoshop retouching techniques (and you get to download the images and follow right along with each set-up). Check out the official trailer below: The book is available in print, or eBook, and is available from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, direct from the Publisher Rocky Nook, or wherever photography books are sold. Well, I’m off to Switzerland with my brother Jeff for one of our annual brother’s trips. I haven’t been to Switzerland since my wife, and I was dating (so 34 years or so ago), and I’m super psyched. It’s my first trip with my R6 II...

There’s nothing like having a neat and efficient workstation, and for on-the-go digital creatives, this means having a laptop that you can bring everywhere is obviously a must. However, when in your personal workspace, having a docking station to bridge it with all your peripherals makes a huge difference in your workflow. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)

ChatGPT is all the rage at the moment, and while many people are interested in its ability to generate text for things like articles or essays, it has some other applications that make it a rather useful tool. For example, it can design an entire photoshoot for you with just a bit of prompting. Will that photoshoot be any good, though? This fun video follows an AI-generated photoshoot to see just what can be created. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photography is a wonderful hobby to have and it's the passion of many, but most who pick up a camera will debate turning it into a career. If you're thinking about it, here are some tips. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The art of boudoir photography, which is playful, imaginative, and private, honors the femininity and beauty of women (though the genre is expanding rapidly to men as well). It's all about capturing personal and stirring moments that highlight your clients' best features. But have you ever thought about holding your boudoir sessions outside? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Rex Jones)

The nice aspect of learning things like camera settings and lighting is that these topics can often be objectively quantified. On the other hand, something like posing is a bit more nebulous and something that many photographers struggle with even when they have mastered other aspects of portrait work. If posing is something you are still working on learning, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will show you how to pose a full-body portrait when working with a non-model. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Barbara Scoles Today’s Photo of the Day is “Starfish Hoarder” by Barbara Scoles. 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 Barbara Scoles appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

DSLR fashion has plummeted in recent years. The perks of mirrorless tech continue to exceed expectations, pushing boundaries and leaving their clunky, slower siblings in their shiny, space-age wake. But does any of that really matter in the commercial photographic world? Well, no, not really. In 2023, £250 will still have your images contending with ones from bodies 10 times the price. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Barrow)

No doubt, you need to be good with a camera and have a strong creative voice to find success as a professional photographer, but there is a lot more to that life than simply taking images for money. If you aspire to be a professional photographer, check out this great video that will show you the ins and outs of a typical photographer's day and everything it takes to keep a business running. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

This tutorial is going to show you how to upgrade your Canon EOS R6 firmware with minimal fuss and easy instructions. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Peter Morgan)

Exhibition opportunities are often few and far between for artists. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

The post 6 Tips for Beautiful Interior Architectural Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jeb Buchman. Interior architectural photography is a sought-after skill; you can use it to create eye-catching real-estate shots, images of businesses, and even historical documentary photos. But shooting interiors isn’t exactly a walk in the park. It comes with plenty of challenges, including cramped spaces, low light, and difficult camera techniques. Fortunately, I’m an experienced interior photographer, and in this article, I share my top six tips to ensure success, no matter your skill level. I discuss: The best focal lengths for interior architectureThe equipment item that you absolutely must ownEasy ways to improve your compositionsMuch more! So if you’re ready to...