The post Portrait Photography Equipment: 7 Items You Need to Get Started appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Lily Sawyer. Technically, you can take nice portraits with any camera and zero accessories – but if you want to level up your images, there are a few simple gear items you should buy. That’s what this article is all about; I share the seven pieces of portrait photography equipment I highly recommend for beginners, and I give tips for how to use each item, too. By the time you’re done, you’ll have a clear list of portrait essentials (and you’ll be ready to nail your next portrait photoshoot!). Let’s dive right in. 1. A standard zoom lens Every...

For film photographers, digitizing film is arguably the most important part of the workflow. For me, there is no longer a debate of what is the best approach. Using a digital camera to digitize film is the only way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by James Madison)

Many photographers struggle with creating a pure white background in camera, but it is an essential skill that all of us must master. The good news is that it’s relatively easy to do with the right setup. In this article and the accompanying video, I detail my method for creating a pleasing white background on camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

Some genres need remarkable levels of patience along with all the usual requirements regarding creativity and technique to get the shot. How long could you wait to get the image you wanted? This photographer waited multiple days for the perfect photo, and as this video shows, the results were worth the wait. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A few weeks ago, I got my hands on a light modifier I've always wanted to have in our studio. Westcott's brand new Optical Spot is one of the coolest and most useful light modifiers I've ever seen, and in today's video, I'm going to show you why you might want one or two for your photography! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Patrick Hall)

The post dPS Weekly Photo Challenge – Leading Lines appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. This week we want you to show us a new photograph, the theme this week is ‘Leading Lines’ so head out and show us what you’ve got! Unsure how to capture leading lines? we’ve a great article on it here – the ultimate guide if you will! Leading Lines in Photography: The Essential GuideLeading Lines Remember to tag your photographs on social media #dpsweeklychallenge and #dpsleadinglines or post directly into our Facebook group. (Contribute here to our weekly themes). The post dPS Weekly Photo Challenge – Leading Lines appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Original linkOriginal...

Five years ago, I made a video about creating time-lapses solely in Lightroom Classic using the Slideshow Module. It was an experiment in pushing the boundaries of what Lightroom could feasibly do, and over the years it has garnered over 175K views, which was completely unintentional, but a very welcome surprise. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Scott Donschikowski)

Photo By Tim Nicol Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Winter Meets Spring” by Tim Nicol. Location: Republic, Washington. 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 Tim Nicol appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Sony's a7 series is split into three lines, with the a7 IV being the latest model in the generalist camp, offering a range of improvements and new features over its already highly respected predecessor. With impressive capabilities for both video and photo work, the a7 IV looks like a fantastic option for hybrid shooters, and this great video review takes a look at the sort of performance and quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A good 50mm lens is one of the most versatile you can own, able to tackle everything from portraits to low-light events coverage and more. The Viltrox AF 50mm f/1.8 offers an upgrade over the cheapest nifty fifty lenses without touching the prices of top-shelf options, making it an intriguing option. 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 Canon Announces the R5 C, a “True Hybrid” With Unlimited 8K/60P Video appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Canon has unveiled its latest RF-mount camera, the EOS R5 C, which combines pro-level stills and video capabilities for a “true hybrid” powerhouse. The goal of the EOS R5 C, according to Canon, is to offer “end users…a solution that can tackle all facets of the ever-demanding multimedia and content-production landscape.” In other words, the new camera should impress video professionals while also packing plenty of photography magic. If you’re a serious vlogger who shoots stills on the side, a wedding photographer who offers video as part of your package, or even a cinematographer requiring...

If you see this message (as shown above) when you jump over to the Develop module, it just means Lightroom has lost track of the original high-res image. Lightroom still has the thumbnail preview in its catalog (which is why you see an image on screen at all), but you can’t edit it without the original image (or at the very least, a Smart Preview, but this one doesn’t have either). At some point, you moved the photo – not in Lightroom – on your computer (which is exactly what happened here. I dragged the folder of images from my hard drive onto iCloud, but Lightroom is still looking for it on my computer. Here’s how to fix it fast: STEP ONE: If...

In the run-up to some big upcoming changes, Capture One has announced that they will be dropping their single brand versions of Capture One. Current users of these variants of Capture One 22 will be offered a free upgrade to Capture One Pro 22 or will be offered the standard upgrade pricing for those still using the previous version of Capture One. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Susheel Chandradhas)

The Alabama Hills National Scenic Area is located near the base of the Sierra Nevada mountain range and a couple miles east of the small town of Lone Pine, California. Dozens of natural arches are within easy walking distance from any of the trailheads. If some of these vistas look familiar, that might be because this area is a favorite location for Hollywood movies and television programs. To the west of the Alabama Hills are the mighty Sierra Nevada mountain range and Mount Whitney, the tallest mountain peak in the contiguous United States. To the south of Whitney is Lone Pine Peak (centered in Mobius Arch in the photograph here), which is often mistaken for Mount Whitney because of how close...

When I upgraded to a Canon EOS R5 last year, I knew it was going to be an excellent camera and quite a step up from my DSLR, but I was completely unprepared for just how monumental a leap forward it would be. As companies continue to push the technological boundaries and announce new mirrorless options, here are five reasons why the R5 is still king in 2022. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

Fujifilm Instax cameras are the most popular instant cameras on the market. Fujifilm has produced several lines and series of cameras that bring the fun back into photography. The Instax Mini film is one of the more popular options. This is especially because of some of the more accessible cameras, however, how good are the premium mini film cameras? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

Nikon has set the bar pretty high with the introduction of its new Z 9. As 2022 gets underway, is this the currently best hybrid video camera that money can buy? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Congratulations to Debbie O’Dell for winning the recent Fall Wildlife Assignment with the image, “Young Elk.” View the winning image and a selection of submissions in the gallery below. And be sure to check out our current photography assignment here and enter your best shots! [See image gallery at www.outdoorphotographer.com] The post Fall Wildlife Assignment Winner Debbie O’Dell appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

You got up early in the morning, you hiked up a steep mountain to photograph a sunrise vista, you are exhausted, and then, you can’t see anything, as there is just tight fog instead of a vista. Is there a way to succeed if there were some more and even bigger problems? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christian Irmler)

Photo By Christopher Baker Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Frozen Finch” by Christopher Baker. Location: Alabama. “The freak snowstorm didn’t stop the birds from coming to our backyard feeder,” says Baker. “This house finch paused long enough to let me get a nice snowy portrait.” 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 Christopher Baker appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff