Why Are Brands Ditching Product Photography and Moving to CGI?
Shooting products has been a staple of many photographers, but with the advantages brought by CGI, more and more companies are starting to make changes to how they create images of their products. Why are they moving, and do photographers need to adapt?
Sony's Fastest Ever Lens: A Review of the 50mm f/1.2 GM
Sony has just announced its fastest lens to date: the 50mm f/1.2 GM. How good is this super-fast glass, and is it worth the money? Gerald Undone puts it to the test.
Using a 70-200mm Lens for Landscape Photography
When you think of landscape photography and the lenses used, you likely think of wide angle options meant to capture all of the scene in one frame. And while those absolutely have their place, longer focal lengths can enable creative possibilities that weren't possible before. This great video examines what you can accomplish with a longer lens.
Elevate Your Photography by Using Hand-Painted Backdrops
While I agree that a great photographer can create incredible images using basic tools, it is no secret that great tools can help a good photographer achieve greatness. Over the last year or two, new strobes, new lenses, and a plethora of modifiers have helped elevate my studio photography to new levels, but one tool has brought it to a new level more than anything else: painted backdrops. And so, I wanted to share some resources on how to get painted backdrops without putting a second mortgage on your house.
Have You Accidentally Formatted a Card or Deleted Files on Your Drive? Check Out EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard
Have you ever had that sudden realization that you accidentally formatted a memory card before saving your files or accidentally deleted something on your drive that you shouldn't have? Luckily, there are data recovery solutions and EaseUS provides one of them.
These Filters Make Long Exposures Even Easier
One of the most rewarding yet mysterious elements of landscape photography is seeing the results of a long exposure. A few weeks ago, I had the chance to check out a new set of filters that mount using magnets, and the resulting photo is pretty interesting.
What Is Hasselblad Trying To Tell Us With Their Slow Camera in 2021?
Once you sit back and take look at photography, I think you'd agree that the time spent taking photos is often the most undervalued yet the most significant aspect of the process. The Verge reviews the Hasselblad 907X 50C, which has a price tag of $6,400 for the body alone, and it's slow. But, can slow actually be a good thing?
How To Create Undead Zombie Skin in Photoshop
In this video tutorial, watch as Dean Samed shows you how to create undead zombie skin in Photoshop. If you like creepy images, check this out.
An 'Exciting' New Canon Mirrorless Camera Is Coming Later This Year
We know the EOS R1, Canon's mirrorless flagship camera, is on its way at some point, but it turns out that that will likely not be the only powerful RF mount camera we see this year, as another "exciting" mirrorless body is likely on the way.
The Two Best Backgrounds for Flattering Skin Tones
The background is an element of a scene that's easy to overlook, but it has huge power over the final image. Here are two of the best backgrounds for accentuating skin tones in your portraits.
What Should You Look for in a Pro Camera?
You have carefully perfected your technique, you have developed a creative style, and you are ready to truly invest in a professional-level camera. How do you choose the right one for your work? Before you drop a significant amount of money on one, check out this fantastic video that details what you should be looking for in a professional camera.
Five Tips for Mastering the Pen Tool in Photoshop
In this video tutorial, watch as Dean Samed shows you his top five tips on how to use the pen tool in Photoshop. It is the sharpest and most precise way to cut out anything.
What I'm Hoping for From the Development of the Nikon Z 9
While March might be a bit early for me to already be filling out my holiday wish list for Santa Claus, the recent announcement that Nikon is developing a Z 9 to be released this year already has me in a festive mood.
5 Tips To Help Edit All Your Photos
One of the most difficult things in editing isn't knowing how to color grade, use radial filters, or Photoshop. It's knowing what a photo needs once you sit down to edit it and these five tips should help guide you in tackling any photo you have.
Who Makes the Best 50mm f/1.2 Lens? Sony Vs Canon Vs Nikon
Sony just released its fastest-ever lens in the shape of the 50mm f/1.2 GM, so there’s now a question to be asked: out of Canon, Nikon, and Sony, which manufacturer makes the best 50mm f/1.2 prime?
How to Create a Black Void Filled With Reflective Water, in Camera
The show Stranger Things created a stunning way of representing the inner mind of the character Eleven, showing her in an endless black void and standing upon a reflective layer of water. How is this achieved, and how do you avoid electrocuting your cast in the process?
Sony Announces Its Fastest Fifty Ever: the FE 50mm f/1.2 GM
Sony has just announced its sixtieth lens: a brand new, fast, high-end prime, the FE 50mm f/1.2 G-Master.
Luminar Releases New and Improved Update for AI Users
Skylum is pushing out a free update to their LuminarAI program for Mac and Windows with a host of new and sought-after features.
Helpful Tips for Selling Landscape Photo Prints
One of the most common ways to make money through landscape photography is to sell prints, but with such a crowded market, it can be tricky to stand out. This excellent tutorial discusses some of the best-selling types of prints as well as some helpful tips for maximizing your sales.
How to Create Beautiful Baby Portraits Using Natural Light in Your Own Garage
If you don’t have a ton of fancy lighting gear at home, this doesn’t mean that you can’t produce gorgeous studio-style images. This in-depth video tutorial shows you how to get great results using minimal equipment from the comfort of your own garage and dives deep into how they're edited in Lightroom.
What Level of Photographer Are You?
No matter how good you are, there is always room to learn more and improve as a photographer. There are many different levels you go through in your development as a photographer, and knowing where you are can help you prioritize where to focus your attention next. This insightful video discusses the five levels of proficiency as a photographer and what it means to be at each one.
Are These Strange Lenses Worth Buying?
Canon has been releasing some mightily impressive lenses the last few years, but two of the more unique options we have seen are the RF 600mm f/11 IS STM and RF 800mm f/11 IS STM. They are quite affordable, however, offering photographers the chance to use extreme focal lengths without breaking the bank. How do they hold up in practice? This great video review takes a look at both of the lenses and the images they produce.
The False Advertising for This Cheap Telephoto Zoom Lens Is Hilarious
There’s a wealth of telescopes for attaching to your smartphone available on Amazon, but the marketing for the StarScope Monocular would have you believe that their designers have broken the laws of physics.
Easy Editing Without a Subscription: Make Your First Steps With Free and Open Photography Software
Here, I show you how to take the first steps with the free and open photo-editing software RawTherapee.
Why a Pivot Can Be Just What Your Photography Needs
When it comes to photography, or any business really, sometimes you need to pivot in order to succeed.