If you’re like most photographers on a budget, you’re instinctively protective of your camera lenses. They seem so delicate. They are meticulously cleaned with air blowers and special microfiber cloths. They are gently placed into padded camera bags. But is all this doting really necessary? Exactly how much abuse can lenses take? Richard Choi had […]
Photographing landscapes is one of the most pleasurable kinds of photography. Not only do you have the chance to take beautiful pictures for your friends or office, but you can produce canvases, large prints, and even presents for people. How to take good landscapes depends on a few very significant things. The light you shoot […]
Photography in its simplest sense is about balance among three basic factors: aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. These factors respectively control how much of the frame is in focus, the timing, and the sensitivity of the camera to light. Understanding these basic pillars of photography (also known as the exposure trinity, or exposure triangle) is […]
Do you love being outdoors, or watching the world turn to a white winter wonderland? Are you fascinated with the first snow fall? If any of these ring true, you should consider landscapes with a winter scene as the main focus. Equipment for winter landscape photography First is what you are going to wear and […]
In order to keep the viewer engaged with the main subject in the photo, one approach that a photographer can take is to play with light and shadows. By illuminating the main subject and by keeping the rest of the scenario under shadow to give a dark and moody look, a photographer can direct the […]
Today, Skylum released Luminar AI Update 2, a collection of powerful workflow enhancements to its groundbreaking photo editing tool. With these updated tools, it is easier than ever before for photographers of every skill level to achieve incredible results with their photos, thanks to the power of Artificial Intelligence. Skylum is having a sale today […]
It can be a tough task to photograph nature during foggy conditions. While the feeling may be ethereal, the camera will struggle to replicate the same feeling in image form. And if you try to take forest or woodland photos in thick fog, the challenge will be greatly exaggerated in the closed and congested environment. […]
By breaking down even the most advanced techniques into simple steps. Professional landscape photographer Christopher O’Donnell shows you how to use Lightroom with focus, intent, and direction to create your very best landscapes. Stop hoping for the best with hit-or-miss techniques and develop a faster, easier, and more enjoyable darkroom workflow custom for you. Currently […]
Stuck at home again. Cue the anguish of photographers everywhere, as they view the bleak prospects of another period of confinement and the denial of so much of the creative stimulus that brings us joy. But fear not! It is said that in every crisis, there is an opportunity, so here is my five-point plan […]
Do you love the sound and sight of rain? If you do, then you can consider this as a great opportunity to take beautiful photos. Though many of you may be unaware, the scenes after the rain and even during the rain provide a golden opportunity to use your creativity and take some of your […]
