This is the video I've been waiting for! SEO is the bane of my life. If I'm being honest, I don't really understand it. Being 48 and a photographer for almost 16 years, I have a good knowledge of my job-related skills and what it means to be able to capture a great photograph. However, I, as I suspect like a lot of photographers, know just enough about social media, websites, and SEO to be dangerous. This video outlines what it takes to get to the top of Google in 2023 and where to go to get more information about the subject. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Peter Morgan)

Zeiss lenses are loved for their uncompromising image quality, with sharp rendering, deep and contrasty colors, and beautiful bokeh. The Batis 40mm f/2 CF offers the respected Batis design in tandem with a wide aperture and unique focal length. This excellent video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 7 Tips for Amazing Documentary Travel Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. Looking to improve your documentary travel shots? While it can be tough to capture top-notch documentary-style images of your travels – the kind that include interesting subjects, compelling narratives, and flawless compositions – with a bit of knowledge (and a healthy dose of perseverance), literally anyone can create amazing results. I’m a longtime documentary travel photographer, and in this article, I share my seven best tips to achieve gorgeous shots. By the time you’re finished reading, you’ll be ready to bring out that camera and document your travels all around the world! 1. Tell a story with your photographs I...

Besides composition, choosing the correct exposure is essential for your photography. Achieving that requires understanding how metering works and how to control the camera's settings. It's here that some cameras excel and others let you down. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

If you shoot a lot of astrophotos, you know all about gradients. They are almost always present in your images, and they have to be removed to smooth out the sky background and make your images look their best. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mel Martin)

If you enjoy taking photographs at night and want to experiment with different techniques, this is the video for you. Here are 5 slow shutter speed tricks to get some great-looking images after dark. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

CGI is usually associated with movies, but it has its place in photography too. In fact, you create elaborate and creative backgrounds for your shoots using CGI software. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Joe Lenton)

The Canon EOS R8, the company's latest full frame mirrorless camera, is likely on the way soon, and while we have not learned much about the camera yet, a set of rumored specs have emerged. Take a look at what you can expect. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Bill Sisson Today’s Photo of the Day is “Gasadalur” by Bill Sisson. Location: Faroe Islands. “Gasadalur is an iconic location in the Faroe Islands,” explains Sisson. “It features mountains, seaside cliffs, a plummeting waterfall and the small villages that are emblematic of the Faroes. On this particular afternoon, a strong wind sweeping in from the ocean was often shrouding the waterfall in mist and bending the waterfall sideways. While I wanted to use a long exposure to smooth out the ocean waves, I also had to use a short enough exposure to capture any brief lull in the wind. After trial and error with various exposure settings, I settled on a six-second exposure and captured this image.” Want to...

As advanced as editing tools have become in recent years, dodging and burning remains as one of the most fundamental and powerful techniques for shaping the light in your images, de-emphasizing blemishes, and drawing attention to your subject in a natural but compelling fashion. This excellent video tutorial will show you how to use dodging and burning for editing portraits in Photoshop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When it comes to learning lighting, we often focus on how to light the subject in a flattering way, but of course, the backdrop deserves attention too. It is about more than just getting the exposure on the background right, however. With a bit of know-how, you can drastically alter the appearance of the background just by how you place your subject and source relative to it. This great video tutorial will show you how to adjust your lighting to take full control of the appearance of your backdrop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Both the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro lines now feature M2 chipsets, and as such, they all offer powerful performance in tandem with impressively long battery life. Nonetheless, there are many distinguishing features between them. So, which is right for your needs? This great video comparison pits the M2 MacBook Air against the M2 Pro MacBook Pro to help you decide which to get. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 5 Tips for Gorgeous Costume Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Charlie Moss. There’s been an explosion of interest in costume photography over the last few years. From movie cosplays to historically-inspired portraits, there’s no end to the kind of costumes that need photographing – and these images can inject plenty of variety into any up-and-coming portrait shooter’s portfolio. Additionally, capturing someone who is playing a role will add a whole new dimension to your images; when people are pretending to be someone else, they often lose their discomfort about being in front of the camera, which can result in surprisingly genuine photos. But how can you ensure stunning results? In this article, I...

Most cameras are similar in many ways, but they also have unique features that other models lack. Choosing the wrong camera can be an expensive mistake. Here are things to consider before spending your hard-earned cash. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

In this video, Glyn Dewis effortlessly explains how he manages to capture the iconic Prince of Wales bridge spanning the border between Wales and England. As a proud Welshman, this was intriguing to me, and as a photographer this is engaging and really shows the potential that mobile technology has to be able to improve the availability and quality of immediate photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Peter Morgan)

Congratulations to Robert Henderson for winning the recent Your Best Photo Of 2022 with the image, “Sunset Marley 2.” View the winning image and a selection of submissions below. And be sure to check out our current photography assignment here and enter your best shots! The post Your Best Photo Of 2022 Winner Robert Henderson appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

As a headshot photographer, it's your job to make sure your clients look their best. However, taking the perfect studio headshot isn't just about lighting and composition. It's also about understanding your client's needs and making them feel comfortable in front of the camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jasmeet Singh)

With 28 days to celebrate Black History Month in February, let's take 28 opportunities to celebrate some talented black photographers who are currently making history with their work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Reza Malayeri)

The post dPS Weekly Photo Challenge – What is it? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. We’re trying something a little different this week, a slight twist if you will! This week your challenge is to make an abstract photograph, and share it, but then take a look at images shared by others and see if you can guess what their photographs are of! Leave comments, take a guess, have a little fun with it. WHAT IS IT? I’ve just spent 8 minutes 42 seconds making three photographs within a couple of meters of my desk (honestly, it only took two minutes, I had to pat my dog for the other 6 minutes) so here they are...

This review is for you if you’re a Capture One Pro user and are wondering if the iPad version is worth adding to your workflow. It is also for those who don’t yet use Capture One but are looking for a budget-friendly introduction to it and already own an iPad. I will be looking at the application’s features, pros and cons, and comparing them to the desktop version. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kaisa Leinonen)