Creative ruts happen to just about everyone, and they can be both frustrating and detrimental, particularly if you derive your income from your work, often leading to a vicious circle. If you find yourself stuck in a rut and unsure of how to get out of it, check out this great video that discusses why these lulls happen and what you can do to get the creative juices flowing again. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 8 Tips for Beautiful Landscape Photography in the Rain appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. Many landscape photographers try to avoid shooting in the rain, but I encourage you to give it a chance. Rainy scenes tend to look gorgeously moody, and stormy clouds can lend a wonderful softness to the light. Don’t worry about getting wet or ruining your gear, either – there are ways to avoid these issues, as I explain below.  In this article, I share with you eight valuable tips for taking stunning landscape photographs in the rain. I discuss: How to protect your equipment during a rainy photoshootHow to pick the right settingsSome fun ideas for shooting on...

On the never-ending camera buyer’s merry-go-round? Here are a few lessons I’ve learned along the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Balancing the exposure of a complex scene can be tricky, particularly when the dynamic range is wide. In this video, learn the basics of avoiding blown highlights ruining your landscape and nailing the perfect exposure instead. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

There have been some mighty impressive moon shots taken with cell phones these days, but are they even real? In the case of Samsung's Galaxy S23 Ultra, the answer is: maybe. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

When I got the opportunity to test out this lens, I jumped at the chance. An ultra-wide angle zoom at f/2.8 would be great for so many different photographic applications: landscape, architectural, interior, astrophotography, events, creative, and video, to name a few. Did I get the opportunity to test it out with all of these? No, but what I did get to try certainly produced the results. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

Photo By Charles Cormier Today’s Photo of the Day is “Frozen Traveler” by Charles Cormier. Location: Alstead, New Hampshire. “Out on the ice in Alstead, New Hampshire, under Orion and Milky Way,” describes Cormier. “The winter night sky is stunning as the cold air allows for clearer visibility.” 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 Charles Cormier appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Photography can be an exceptionally expensive hobby, but it needn't be in most situations. If you're thinking about getting your first camera and a lens, this budget setup might give you the most back for your buck. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Landscape photography is a challenging genre that requires good technique, planning, creative visions, and sometimes, just a bit of luck. If you would like to improve your landscape photography, check out this fantastic video tutorial that features an experienced photographer sharing 10 common mistakes landscape shooters make and how to fix them or avoid them altogether. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When it comes to landscape photography, foliage is often one of the most important components of an image, and as such, it deserves a lot of close attention, particularly when it comes to color. If you would like to improve your landscape photos, check out this great video tutorial that will show you how to leverage Photoshop to create more accurate and vibrant foliage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Although I've probably taken millions of photographs at this point, I rarely ever print them. I moved into a new house in 2022, and a year later, almost every wall was still bare. Well, not anymore. I finally printed 10 giant photos and purchased two Samsung Frame TVs that become art when they aren't being used. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lee Morris)

The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 laptop is a beautiful device that offers Windows users a lot of versatility in a relatively small package in tandem with long battery life. This great video review takes a look at the 2023 version of the device and the sort of performance you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

There are many simple and effective techniques that you can utilize to improve your photography when you're just starting out. Check out these seven simple tips to help you improve your photography as a beginner. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Reza Malayeri)

The post dPS Weekly Photo Challenge – Early Mornings appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. You’ll need to get up and about early for your weekly challenge this week! Specifically, we want to see your photo taken early morning! For some that will be 4am, for some maybe 8am – whatever YOUR ‘early morning’ is. TOmorrow (again) mine is 6:40am, I want to be ready on a little local hill to Hyperlapse sunrise with my drone – trying different methods, today wasn’t really a success, but it’s always nice to be out early! #dPSWeeklyChallenge #dPSEarlyMornings Let’s see what you’ve got friends! Have a great weekend and into the week ahead. Early Mornings with a Dji Mavic 3...

As a photographer, you know that having the right gear can sometimes make all the difference, and this includes tripods. With the launch of the Benro Theta, shooting just became more fun and easy. This revolutionary tripod combines portability, stability, and intelligence, making it one of the most essential tools for photographers on the go. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Photo By Katherine Plessner Today’s Photo of the Day is “Caddo Lake” by Katherine Plessner. Location: Caddo Lake on the Texas/Louisiana border. “I took this photo while on a tour at Caddo Lake, Texas,” says Plessner. “This lake is known for the huge cypress trees that grow there. The trees and their reflections were amazing subjects to photograph. We were out every morning and evening capturing these beauties in the different light we experienced. When I got home, I had 2,500 photos of trees to sort through!” 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...

The majority of portrait photographs are only half finished once the shutter button is pressed; almost every image will require some degree of post-processing to be complete. This helpful video tutorial will show you an effective, professional-level retouching workflow using frequency separation and dodging and burning that will help you create compelling, polished results. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Generally, when it comes to medium format, lenses do not have the same extremely wide apertures many full frame or APS-C options do. Nonetheless, there are a few such options out there for medium format users, and they can offer some extreme and unique results. One such option is the Mitakon Speedmaster 65mm f/1.4 XCD for Hasselblad mirrorless cameras, and this great video review takes a look at the sort of images you can create with the lens. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

In landscape photography, sharpness is often one of the top priorities, and photographers will go to great lengths to ensure that their photos are crisp. If you are new to landscape photography and ready to improve, check out this fantastic video tutorial that features an experienced shooter sharing seven useful tips sure to improve the sharpness of your images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Canon Has Big Plans for the EOS R System appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Earlier this month, Canon executives met to discuss the company’s past and future at the 2023 Corporate Strategy Conference. The biggest takeaway for camera users? Canon’s performance in the market has been very solid, and the company will continue to develop its digital imaging technology over the next handful of years – particularly its EOS R system, which has been highly successful among consumers and professionals alike. While you can access the original materials on Canon’s website, here are the key takeaways: Canon saw “strong sales of new products,” indicating that the “camera business is supporting earnings as...