Don't Let a Lack of Money Prevent You From Reaching Your Dreams
I’ve written about this before, but I think it bears repeating. Don’t let a lack of finances convince you that you can’t achieve your goals as a photographer.
Critique the Community Your Best Panoramic Image
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Patrick and Lee critique the best pano photographs on Fstoppers.com.
Critique the Community Submit Your Photos From Iceland
For our next critique, we want to see your favorite images from Iceland.
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October 6th 2019 - 1:00pm
Don’t Break the Bank: Best Micro Four Thirds Lenses Under $300
Lenses are critical, yet many photographers tend to attach mediocre entry-level zoom glass on their camera when there are plenty of affordable quality lenses on the market. Here is a personal selection of some of the best optics that can be found under $300.
Photographer Whose Grinch-Themed Photoshoots Went Viral Is Issued Cease and Desist by Dr Seuss Enterprises
A photographer’s Grinch-themed Christmas photoshoots have been going viral this week, making appearances on news outlets such as People and the Today Show. However, things have since taken a sour turn after the photographer received an email from Dr. Seuss Enterprises threatening legal action for using their character for commercial gain.
Eight Helpful Tips to Improve Your Photography
We can always do more to improve our photography, and it certainly helps to hear how an established professional thinks we can best accomplish that. This excellent video features a photographer discussing eight tips that will help you improve your photography.
Having Fun With Rare and Unique Ultra-Wide Angle Lenses
The history of camera gear is rich with numerous unique lenses with rare capabilities and interesting designs. This fun video follows a photographer as he tests out several ultra-wide angle lenses.
How I Edit My Food Photographs
Each niche in photography has its own requirements when it comes to post-production. In this video, I go over my process for editing images in Adobe Lightroom.
Three Shooting Techniques to Maximize Space in a Small Room
Not every opportunity to shoot lends itself to a large room or massive studio. In some scenarios, you may find yourself in a small room; this is where you have to get creative to maximize the space and create your shots.
How to Find Your Photography Niche
In my opinion, if you really want to progress the level of your photography or your photography business, then finding a niche is vital. In this video, I go over some key steps to finding your niche.
How I Mixed Strobes and LED Lights in This Fashion Photo Shoot
In today's Fstoppers video, I set out to create some conceptual fashion images with Puerto Rican model Krystal Xamairy. Using the brand new Tamron 35mm f/1.4 lens, a few strobe lights, and a couple colored LED panels, I will walk you step by step through the entire process.
Tough Love for Aspiring Professional Photographers
Strap in people, because this is a tough love lesson for anyone whose goal is to “make it” as a professional in the photography industry.
Shooting Beauty With a 7" Reflector
In my never ending pursuit for the perfect lighting modifier, I tested shooting beauty with a 7” reflector as my key light.
The Art and Science of Photography: Color Theory
Let me first say, for reasons that will become clear momentarily, that I’m a six-foot-seven-inch tall male who weighs approximately 200 pounds and has about a week’s (…okay, week-and-a-half’s) worth of stubble. And my favorite color is pink. Did you just do a double-take?
Five Reasons to Hate the Sony a7R IV
Sony took the industry a little bit by surprise when it suddenly announced the launch of the a7R IV, especially given that the a7S III has yet to see the light of day. No doubt, the a7R IV is an amazing camera, but there are still some fundamental issues that Sony failed to address in its latest camera.
Large Format Is Still Completely Unrivaled: Canon 5DS R Versus 4x5 Large Format Film
Over the last couple of months, I've been getting to know a photographer called Adam French who lives in the same city as me. French is a photographer who primarily shoots with a large format film camera. I was utterly blown away by some of the work he produced, and I asked him if he'd be interested in working with us on a YouTube video.
A Complete Guide to Camera Autofocus Modes
When you are new to photography, there are numerous settings and parameters on your camera that are important to get to know. Amidst things like exposure settings, it can be easy to overlook the importance of really understanding every intricacy of your autofocus settings. This great video will get you up and running in no time.
YouTuber Mocks Travel Influencers for Romanticizing Mundane Locations in New Parody Video
An Australian YouTuber has put together a parody video mocking travel influencers, poking fun at those who post photos with faceless boyfriends, against mountains they didn’t climb, and changing outfits during hikes to look as Insta-worthy as possible.
A Huge Comparison of 85mm Lenses for Sony Full Frame Cameras
If there is one thing Sony shooters certainly do not have a dearth of, it is wide-aperture 85mm lenses. And with all the options, you might be wondering which one is right for you. This excellent and comprehensive video review breaks down the features and pros and cons of each choice.
Ahead of the Nikon D6 Release, B&H Has Knocked $1,000 off the D5
Ahead of Nikon’s unveiling of the D6 DSLR, the price of current model the D5 has dropped to its lowest retail price after retailers discounted $1,000 from its MSRP.
Lowepro Updates Pro Trekker AW Camera Backpack Series
Lowepro’s Trekker series of camera bags have long been a staple for outdoor photographers who need to comfortably carry larger loads into the field. Check out these new updates to the Pro Trekker backpacks.
500 Megapixel 'Super Camera' Will Automatically Spot You in a Crowd of Tens of Thousands
Scientists in China have unveiled an incredibly powerful camera which they claim is able to recognize and track each individual person in a proverbial sea of people. Naturally, this extremely powerful surveillance tool has caused mixed reactions among commentators.
Motion Array Releases a New Extension for Adobe
Do you regularly work on video projects and find yourself spending a lot of time searching for various assets online? Motion Array has released a new extension for Adobe to help you cut down on the time you spend jumping between your project and your internet browser.
Shooting Videos for Levi's with the Sony A7R IV
I just finished shooting my first video for Levi’s and it was a learning curve of note.
Film Photography Still Has Its Place but Won't Make You a Better Photographer
To preface all of this, I shoot film 90% of the time (if not more). I firmly believe that my work is more meaningful because of it. I also believe that we all have our own thoughts/opinion and there is no universally observed benefit to shooting film.
The Five Pieces of Advice I've Gotten That Shaped My Career as a Photographer
Our lives are collections made up of people and moments. Every day, there is a plethora of wisdom that passes by, but sometimes, you get one piece of advice that can change the course of your entire life or career. In this article, I share the five pieces of advice I've gotten over my eight-year career that helped shape me into the photographer I am today.
Christie’s Is Selling the Hasselblad 500c Used to Shoot Some of the Last Professional Photos of Marilyn Monroe
At the age of 27, celebrity photographer Douglas Kirkland got his big break photographing Marilyn Monroe. Now, almost 60 years later, Christie’s New York is auctioning the very Hasselblad 500C Kirkland used for the shoot, part of a collection valued at $200,000-300,000.
Trying to Start Your Photography Business? Do These Things First
You can have all the artistic and technical talent in the world, but if you are not a savvy business-person, you are not going to have a lot of luck making a living from photography. This excellent video features an experienced photographer discussing seven things you should do before you start your photography business.
Planning for Autumn Photos
Autumn has arrived here in the Northern Hemisphere, and with it comes the opportunity for vibrant, colorful photos of the changing leaves. It is often just a few weeks that we get with those brilliant colors, however, so it is important to do some scouting and planning to be ready when the times arrives. This great video will give you some helpful tips to be ready to take some excellent images of the fall leaves.