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Wedding photography—and particularly the documentary image—takes up a great deal of my thinking time when I’m sitting at my desk editing or reading on the Internet. It’s a passion as well as a job, so I’m quite often distracted by other photographers’ websites or getting involved in discussions on the various forums that cover the […]
RAW photo files contain a lot of data that can be optimized through photo editing. With powerful RAW processing tools you can easily transform a boring RAW file into a vibrant and detailed photograph, ready for whatever stylistic enhancements you would like to add. Luminar 2018 has been significantly improved over previous versions, particularly for […]
Because photography is a stationary medium, one of the most difficult challenges any photographer faces is that of conveying movement. Through years of experimentation, people have come up with a variety of techniques attempting to tackle this issue. Chances are, you’ve seen prolonged exposures used to show time’s progression. But photographer Tony Northrup‘s approach offers something […]
“The worst thing an artist can get is indifference,” claims veteran photographer Jay P Morgan. Most photographers share this sentiment. Ideally, you want your images to evoke some sort of emotion or idea. But it’s not immediately obvious how to go about creating the intangible in a single, still photograph. You may not be surprised to learn that […]
The signature look from an old Russian film camera called a Lomo LC-A is blurry edges, a sharp center, very saturated colors, and lots of vignetting. Even if you don’t own a Lomo camera, you can achieve this iconic look. Aaron Nace teaches you how to take an image and add a cool Lomo effect to […]
Have you taken the plunge from Lightroom Classic to the new Lightroom CC? The new program boasts periodic updates to speed up the post-processing and photo management workflow. But one area that you may struggle with is in copying your presets to the new platform. Terry White has a solution: On first look it might […]
Topaz Simplify is designed to help photographers create stunning art from their photos. Create paintings, sketches, watercolors, cartoons, and more. Photography to art uniquely personal instead of using cookie-cutter filters. Found here: Topaz Simplify Start by using one of dozens of curated art presets. Then, fine-tune them to get the exact look you want. It gives you a set […]
Clients across the globe are constantly seeking out skilled photographers to entice potential customers. However, it can be difficult for a photographer to know where to begin when stepping into the world of advertising. If you’re one of the countless individuals seeking photographic guidance, you’re in luck. Fstoppers contributor Brian Rogers, Jr. provides an in-depth look on […]
Have you been taking advantage of Photoshop’s radial gradient tool? Though it may not sound like much, it’s actually one of the most effective tools image makers have at their disposal to “direct traffic” for their viewers. Blake Rudis of the f/64 Academy explains: So why do photographers love to use the radial gradient tool? In short, […]
Have you ever wondered what goes into producing a high-fashion photo shoot? Of course, the success of a commercial production depends on attention to detail and careful consideration on how to best sell the product being photographed. But you may be surprised by what photographers like Jeff Rojas prioritize on set and in post: Having contributed portraits […]
