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When you use a DSLR camera for the first time, it’s natural to be intimated by the sheer number of buttons and options. The manual might seem too thick to read and you’re likely to flick to auto mode. It might take you some time to make the most out of your DSLR, but you […]
LEDs aren’t the most perfect lighting tools for studio portraits. But they do offers some advantages when shooting portraits in a studio environment. Jay P. Morgan demonstrates this by using LED lights to recreate the magic of the 1920s: Advantages of Using LEDs With an LED light, you get to see exactly what you’re going […]
How do you create a perfectly white wall in your photos? Easy, just pull a few sliders in Photoshop. Now, here’s the challenge. How do you create a perfectly white wall without Photoshop? Beyond Photography shows you how: Using Studio Strobes You’ll need two studio strobes for this technique. Set the power to slightly higher […]
Many of us have dreamed of having our photography exhibited, but getting into shows takes more than just a lucky break. New York photographer Jordan Matter tells us the ins and outs of getting our work out and about: While much of Matter’s advice runs along the lines of “inundate the world with your imagery […]
The iPhone X, the Samsung Galaxy Note 8, and the Google Pixel 2 are some of the latest and the greatest smartphone cameras out there. They handle pretty much all types of light and produce incredible images. But can they compete with “proper” cameras? Marques Brownlee compares smartphone camera portrait modes with the Hasselblad X1D: The […]
The holiday season is upon us and many are opening shiny new photography toys. These publishers alerted us that they are rolling out deals on photography tools & education right now for those looking to learn how to use some of their new cameras & accessories. eBooks and instant download files also make great gifts, […]
If you want to start shooting product photography but don’t yet have the right gear, all is not lost. This trick allows you to get a softbox effect for around $20. Leo Rosas demonstrates: You’ll need a single LED light—a common tube light that you can find at any home improvement store. The technique involves using […]
A room has five sides. Five sides? Yes. It actually has six, but since you’re not going to shoot a 360 degree perspective, for the point of this discussion there are only five sides. The purpose of this tutorial is to learn how to light up each of these five surfaces—the walls and the ceiling—so […]
The success of any professional photographer lies in how effectively they can work with their clients. Understanding what a client wants goes beyond clicking the shutter release. Each client will have certain requirements and preferences. To create really successful and stunning images, both parties need to be a good fit for each other. Beyond the […]
What do you do when you’re short on time, but your client wants a number of unique images to choose from? Get creative! This wonderful video from SLR Lounge shares amazing insight into how you can set up your artificial light, combine it with the ambient lighting, and use your experience with different lenses, composition […]
