The creative process is rarely one in which you move straight ahead; instead, it is often two steps forward, one back, and maybe a few to the side. When you are feeling discouraged, one of the most important things you can remember is that the best creativity often happens in bursts. This great video essay discusses the topic and offers a lot of meaningful wisdom. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The last few years have been packed with some incredible cameras and the list keeps getting longer. Sony's newest body has seen rave reviews as both a stills camera and a video-centric body. So, is this camera the best choice for photographers creating YouTube content? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

24mm lenses with wide maximum apertures are prized by many creatives for their versatility, as they are at home in a wide range of genres and applications. The Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM builds on that flexibility by adding macro capabilities and image stabilization to the equation, making it quite the intriguing lens for a lot of users. This great 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 Lightroom Graduated Filter: The Ultimate Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Andrew S. Gibson. The Lightroom Graduated filter is an insanely versatile editing tool; you can use it to enhance skies, add beautiful vignettes, create sun flare effects, and so much more. But how does the filter work? And how can you use it to achieve the best possible images? In this article, I share everything you need to know about the Graduated filter. I offer step-by-step instructions for getting started, I explain when the filter is actually useful, and I reveal plenty of tips and tricks for improved results. So if you’re ready to become a Graduated filter expert, then let’s dive right...

The World Cup is in full swing, and this year, technology is helping officials to make more accurate calls. This neat video takes you behind the scenes to show you the new “semi-automated AI offsides technology” that uses a combination of sensors, a multi-camera array, and machine learning to help officials to make the correct call each time. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you have limited resources available to create your product images is there any way you can make them pop in post-production? In this step by step tutorial we walk through the editing process used to finish this image. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

If you are new to photography, one of the most important distinctions you should learn is the difference between prime and zoom lenses. While neither is better than the other, they each have distinct advantages and disadvantages, which is why some photographers prefer primes and some stick with zooms. This helpful video discusses why one photographer prefers primes. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

With the highest resolution available in a full frame camera, loads of dynamic range, and a host of other advanced features, the Sony a7R V might be the ultimate 35mm camera for photographers. This excellent video review takes a look at the new camera and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Congratulations to Johnny Fermanides for winning the recent High-Flying Photo Ops Assignment with the image, “Shadowland.” 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 High-Flying Photo Ops Assignment Winner Johnny Fermanides appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

I had recent cataract surgery on both eyes, about a month apart for each eye. The doctor told me my vision would improve (a good thing). I was having the surgery because it was getting more difficult to see, especially close up. I knew it was time to do something when I realized I couldn't clearly read my weight on my bathroom scale, and I was sitting closer and closer to the computer when editing. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mel Martin)

Luminar Neo offers a wide range of traditional editing tools in tandem with more innovative features meant to expand your creativity and make your post-processing workflow more efficient. One genre it excels in is landscape photography. This great video tutorial will show how to edit a landscape image in the program from start to finish. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Michael Ryan Today’s Photo of the Day is “Alignment” by Michael Ryan. Location: Sonoma County, California. “This location close to home in Sonoma County, California, becomes magical in the winter months when radiation fog and morning light mix to create compelling scenes that are wonderful to see and photograph,” explains Ryan. 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 Michael Ryan appeared...

TTArtisan has established themselves as a manufacturer of ultra-affordable lenses whose performance is often at a level above that dictated by their prices. Their latest lens, the 35mm f/0.95, offers APS-C shooters an ultra-wide aperture paired with a normal focal length, making it a versatile option. This excellent video review takes a look at the new lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

TTArtisan has established themselves as a manufacturer of often astonishingly affordable lenses that still offer decent or even good image quality, often far outperforming their cost. The 27mm f/2.8 continues that trend by offering Fujifilm X Series users a wide angle lens with autofocus for just $149. This great video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in use. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Depending on what you shoot, you might have to take photos at high ISO levels. While modern cameras have made remarkable advancements in their ability to handle high ISOs, you will still have to deal with noise. This helpful video tutorial will show you how to work to reduce that noise and to get clean images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Are you a young and budding photographer, looking for your way in a complex world with numerous paths available to you? This fantastic video tutorial features an experienced photographer critiquing a range of images and offering some valuable advice along the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post The 10 Best Travel Photography Backpacks in 2022 appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jeremy Flint. When doing travel photography, one of the most important things to consider is your backpack. You have hundreds of options – but unfortunately, not all backpacks are adequately sturdy, comfortable, spacious, and cost-effective. That’s where this article comes in handy. I share the best travel photography backpacks you can buy in 2022, so whether you’re a newbie looking for your first travel photo backpack or a more serious photographer in search of a high-quality backpack to take on lengthy trips, this article is guaranteed to help you out. Let’s get started. How to choose a travel photography backpack A...

SmallRig has upped its game in the lighting department with four new affordable fixtures to take you filmmaking up a notch. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Olympus is well known for placing innovative and clever technology in their cameras, but that reputation goes back further than you might think. This neat video takes a look at a camera that is six decades old but features a fascinating automatic exposure system that allows it to function without any batteries needed. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Recently, Topaz Labs released Photo AI, which merges DeNoise AI, Sharpen AI, and Gigapixel AI into one program, meant to improve the quality of any image with little to no intervention from the photographer. However, most users probably use it in tandem with another cataloging and editing program like Lightroom. So, what is the best way to go about that? This great video tutorial will show a less common way of using the two in combination that offers some useful benefits. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)