Photo By Beth Baker Today’s Photo of the Day is “Solitude” by Beth Baker. Location: Munising, Michigan. “It’s not an epic or iconic shot, but it’s still my favorite from last year,” say Baker. “Driving along a stretch of rural road in the Hiawatha National Forest in Michigan’s upper peninsula, you can occasional spot a colorful maple tree growing amongst the taller pine trees. This little tree on a foggy morning had me hitting the brakes and pulling over to photograph the dreamy scene.” Canon 5D Mark IV, Canon EF 24-105mm L. Exposure: 0.4 sec., f/11, ISO 100. Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo of the Day is chosen from various...

50mm lenses with wide apertures are quite popular, offering a versatile focal length in tandem with a lot of light-gathering power and narrow depth of field for portrait work. At $399, the 7artisans Photoelectric 50mm f/1.05 looks quite intriguing, and this excellent video review takes a look at the lens and the performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Above: My co-instructor, Mimo Meidany, and me standing during a scouting trip before the workshop, standing out in the Tuscan dirt. There’s worse dirt to stand in.  Greetings from the Atlanta airport (a delayed flight had me missing my connection back home last night from Boston, so I chose to come halfway home – my flight’s boarding in 20 minutes), but I’m back from my travel photography workshop in the gorgeous Tuscany region of Italy. Gorgeous doesn’t begin to describe it.  I don’t have images to share yet (beyond that shot from Jason above) because we had one heck of a busy week, but man, was it a fantastic one! Great weather the entire time; had an absolutely wonderful group of people with...

Topaz recently released its new Photo AI software, which deals with noise, sharpness, and resolution. I have been using it and it's seriously impressed me. If you want to see it work its magic on old pictures, take a look inside. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

The post Golden Triangle Photography: A Composition Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. What is the golden triangle in photography? And how can you use the triangle to create gorgeous compositions? While there are dozens of compositional guidelines for photographers, the golden triangle is one of the most useful you’ll ever encounter. If you know about this special triangle and how to apply it, you can capture dynamic, interesting compositions that go beyond the basic “rule of thirds” mold. And because you can use the golden triangle with many different types of subjects and genres of photography, it’s great for pretty much everyone! So if you’re ready to level up your compositions, then let’s...

The vast majority of beginning photographers and/or those brand new to a never-visited location often fall victim to what I label “The First Zebra Syndrome.” The First Zebra Syndrome is a term I coined after leading numerous safaris to the Serengeti in Tanzania. With the addition of each new excursion, the meaning of those words grows more intense. They’ve grown to the point where I now use the phrase as a teaching tool to save participants days of work in front of the computer. On three of my five annual safaris, we start with a warm-up day in Arusha National Park. It’s home to many birds and we use them as subjects to apply the concepts I teach about flash during...

There is a ton of advice on what gear to buy and what gear not to buy as a photographer. It is written from a billion different standpoints, each one with a slightly different take. I didn’t feel any of those articles resonated with me, so here is one that I hope will resonate with you regardless of the genre or niche you’re going for. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Photography is not all just bodies and lenses. There's lots of other equipment that goes into creating the perfect setup. One of the most vital is your camera backpack, so if you want to find the perfect one for your needs, take a look here. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

If you are not getting absolute joy out of photography, you are doing it all wrong. Rob Cottle and Geraint Radford show you how nature photography should be done. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Iceland is the land of fire and ice, but what happens when there's neither? Travel plans can change at the last minute due to many factors, the weather being a big one, lost luggage another. So, how do you adapt and make even a short trip memorable? Do you push your creative boundaries and try something new, or do you just step back and enjoy experiencing each new adventure? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

Photo by Robert Henderson Today’s Photo of the Day is “Dog of the South Luangwa” by Robert Henderson. Location: South Luangwa National Park, Zambia. “The South Luangwa National Park in Zambia is home of several thriving packs of wild dogs,” explains Henderson. “On this extremely hot and dry November morning, the pack was doing their best to stay out of the direct sun. There was very limited shade, and every so often the dogs would wander around a little to shift position.” Canon 7D Mark II, EF 200-400mm f/4L IS II USM EXT lens at 560mm. 1/2000 sec., f/5.6, ISO 1250. Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo of the Day is...

So many YouTubers are able to project an air of authority with some amazing A-roll setups. While it may seem like you need a dedicated studio space to do so, that's not always the case, as this video shows you how to get a professional look on a budget. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

If you want to learn how to quickly create realistic-looking shadows for your subjects in Photoshop, you need to check this out. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

The post 8 Tips for Stunning Street Photography Silhouettes appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Valerie Jardin. Street photography silhouettes are eye-catching, not to mention beautiful. But beginners often struggle to achieve great results – the kinds of compositions that feature clear main subjects, complementary backgrounds, and gorgeous light. Here’s the good news: Creating silhouettes on the street is a lot easier than you think. I’ve been doing it for years, and in this article, I share everything you need to know for amazing results! Specifically, I explain: The best types of light for great imagesHow to create breathtaking compositions with minimal effortA few quick post-processing tricks to level up your shotsMuch more! Let’s dive right in....

As a commercial photographer, I have a ton of competition from other photographers. There are a lot of other people who take fashion pictures. There are even more people who claim they take fashion pictures. All in all, it seems like I’m up against the world when it comes to working. If you ever wondered how to beat your competition, here is an approach that always works. Always, without exaggeration. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Perhaps no aspect of landscape photography is trickier than composition. Not only do you get no control over the placement of the elements in the frame, unlike more quantifiable parameters like shutter speed or aperture, composition is tougher to codify and takes longer to understand on a deep and nuanced level. So, how do you find a good composition at a new location? This helpful video tutorial features an experienced landscape photographer discussing his process. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Historic? Really? Allow me to justify. Despite 2021 being their inaugural year, the Natural Landscape Photography Awards have already earned a reputation among the landscape photography community as a bastion against the powerful influences of social media on the art form. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Devin Rogers)

The post The World’s Best Photography Training Bundle Is Almost Here appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Do you ever wish that you could dramatically improve your photos without spending thousands of dollars on new gear, in-person workshops, paid presets, and online classes? It sounds unrealistic, and it is…most of the time. But each year, the folks over at 5DayDeal partner with expert photographers to create the best photography training product on the planet: The 5DayDeal Photography Bundle. It offers access to dozens of lessons taught by world-renowned photographers, including Serge Ramelli, Michael Shainblum, Scott Kelby, and Gavin Hardcastle. For the beginner, the hobbyist, or even the up-and-coming professional, it’s the fastest and most effective...

Occasionally, it’s worth Googling your name to see what turns up. When I did it, it showed that a website was plagiarizing Fstoppers articles and stealing my photos too. This is what I did about it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Photo by Bill Sisson Today’s Photo of the Day is “Dream Land” by Bill Sisson. Location: Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina. “I was driving along the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina soon after sunrise, moving in and out of low-lying clouds as I went,” explains Sisson. “I was hoping to capture some images of autumn trees, their colors saturated in the muted, diffused lighting. Some stretches of the parkway were completely enveloped in clouds, while other stretches brought vistas into foggy valleys below the road. It almost seemed like a dream as I alternated between seeing very little in the clouds and then coming to wide views beneath the clouds. When I came out of the clouds to the...