If you’re starting out in product photography and you’re not working with a props stylist, it can feel overwhelming when it comes to building out a props collection. Here are my go-to props for laying the foundations of a versatile collection so that you can save money and space and speed up your workflow. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Helena Murphy)

Photo By Steve Long Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Sauvie Island” by Steve Long. Location: Oregon. 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 Steve Long appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The sneak peek has been an indispensable part of my photography business, providing clients with a few quick photos right after a shoot to "whet their appetite," so to speak. But is it a bad idea overall? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

There is honestly no task I hate more than culling large image sets, but if you are a sports, events, wildlife, or wedding photographer, you are probably used to coming home with sets of thousands of images. So, how can you make this tedious task as efficient and painless as possible? This excellent video tutorial will show you a fast and effective workflow. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Upcoming: Nikon Full-Frame Camera and Lenses to Be Released in 2022 appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Last month, Nikon unveiled the Z30, an entry-level mirrorless camera designed for vloggers and content creators, and the Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S, a lightweight super-telephoto lens aimed at action shooters. Yet for photographers seeking a high-level Z camera and additional pro-level lens options, the company has plenty of surprises in store. According to Nikon Rumors, we should see a second Z-series mirrorless model before the year is out, which is “most likely full frame.” In other words, expect a powerful camera designed for intermediate or professional photographers, potentially packing advanced mirrorless tech like in-body image...

If you’ve ever wondered that about one of your images, here’s a super quick way in Lightroom Classic to see a preview of it in black and white, and then we’ll look at what to do if you think it would make a good black & white. First, all you do is press the ‘v’ on your keyboard, and you get an instant black and white version of your image (as seen below). Ok, it’s not a very good-looking black and white, but at least it gives you a general idea of how it would look as black and white. However, if you think it has potential, here’s what I’d do: Hit “v” again to return it to a color image,...

I take photos to get them printed to either hang them in my apartment or sell them to customers. And while it's important for me that those prints appear sharp and detailed, it's crucial to get a correct representation of the colors and contrasts. To achieve this, a process called soft proofing should be used during print preparation whenever possible, and in this article, I show you how to do it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

You can spend years working on perfecting your technique and developing your creative voice, and while those are crucial to finding success as a professional, they are not all you need. Understanding the ins and outs of running a business is a requirement of being a professional photographer, and this great video tutorial will run you through some of the things you need to know. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Programs like Photoshop have gained some pretty impressive automated sky replacement functions in the last few years, making a task that used to be rather tedious and involved far more efficient and easy. Nonetheless, one place where things can get tricky is when there is a body of water reflecting the sky in the frame. This awesome video tutorial will show you how to tackle that situation so you can create a convincing and complete sky replacement in Photoshop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

From lakes and rivers to oceans and waterfalls, water can be a great addition to landscape images by offering reflections, a sense of motion and exciting wildlife opportunities. Check out the 20 locations below where photographers found refreshing waterscape compositions. The post 20 Images Of Waterscapes appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

This tripod has been around for quite a few years and its unique mix of features has won awards for design. Let’s check out what this relatively affordable tripod has to offer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)

Photo By Bill Sisson Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Big Valley Spring” by Bill Sisson. Location: Big Valley, Pennsylvania. “I live in Big Valley, a beautiful valley in central Pennsylvania,” explains Sisson. “During springtime, patches of blooming flowers can be found throughout the valley. Each spring, I visit a small patch near my home to see how the Dame’s Rocket is blooming. One spring, the dame’s rocket proliferated there, and I arrived as morning fog was lifting to capture this image.” Pentax K-5 IIs. Exposure: 0.6 seconds, f/29, ISO 200, 31mm. 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...

Is it just me, or is Lightroom Classic getting more powerful as a standalone editing tool with every update? Learn how to use some of its wonderful tools to create gorgeous, rich sunset tones in your images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

Do you know how to make your own brushes in Photoshop? When you see how see easy it is, it will change your approach to editing forever. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

The post Mylio Photos Review: Manage All Your Images in One (Safe!) Place appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Do you ever feel overwhelmed by hundreds or thousands of images on your desktop, laptop, tablet, and phone? Do you ever wish you could access all of your images – across multiple devices! – in one clean, easy-to-organize, secure location, whether you’re online or offline? That’s what Mylio Photos is designed to do. Mylio is a photo-management program that offers: Easy cataloging, rating, and IPTC metadata editing (so you can sort and organize photos of all types)Intelligent search functionality (so you can instantly retrieve images from long-ago trips, forgotten folders, and more)Quick syncing (so you can...

A 24-70mm f/2.8 lens is the workhorse of choice for a lot of photographers and filmmakers, useful for a huge range of situations and genres. For Sony shooters, there is the new FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II, and this excellent video review takes a look at the lens and the performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A new toy brings more joy into my photo workflow. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Waterfalls are some of the most popular subjects in landscape photography, able to take an otherwise static scene and add dynamic movement that captures the viewer's attention. It is about more than simply plopping your tripod in front of one, though. This great video tutorial will show you some helpful tips sure to improve your waterfall images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you are new to photography and working with your first camera, you are probably using a kit lens. However, the beauty of dedicated interchangeable lens cameras is that you can swap out the lens for any one of dozens that better suit your creative and technical needs. This great video tutorial will show you why one particular lens is the best choice for continuing your learning journey. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Portrait retouching is a process that requires consistent, well-practiced technique and an efficient, well-organized workflow to produce professional results in a reasonable amount of time. In this review, we take a look at retoucher Pratik Naik's Infinite Retouch Panel and how it can help you create better results in less time. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)