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A lot of the work photographers do in modifying and controlling light for portraiture comes down to softening the light to render facial features in a more flattering way. But that does not mean that hard light does not have its place, and this quick and great video discusses three good reasons to try it out along with showing lots of examples.
There is no doubt that camera companies are increasingly moving into the mirrorless realm, but that does not mean DSLRs are totally done for. Fans of Nikon's DSLRs will be happy to hear that the wildly popular D750 is due to get an update fairly soon.
The Fstoppers community is brimming with creative vision and talent. Every day, we comb through your work, looking for images to feature as the Photo of the Day or simply to admire your creativity and technical prowess. In 2019, we're featuring a new photographer every month, whose portfolio represents both stellar photographic achievement and a high level of involvement within the Fstoppers community.
The camera was rolling when a lion-tiger hybrid jumped on a National Geographic photographer in an animal sanctuary after pulling away from his handler.
Even as we are firmly planted in the digital realm, there is really nothing that can replace the tactile sensation of flipping through a photo book. However, they are not as straightforward to create as you might think, taking an impressive dose of precision and attention to detail to create the final product. This excellent video takes a behind the scenes look at the process.
These days, there are numerous options for cataloging and editing your photos, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. This excellent video will give you an overview of the different programs to help you decide which is right for your style and workflow.
When you are new to lighting, you might think you need a black background to take photos with, well, a black background, but you might be surprised to know that with some careful technique, you can make even a white wall into a black background. This great video video will give you a very practical lesson in lighting to show you how it affects the look of your background.
Lightroom is full of both global and local adjustment tools for your images, and you might be surprised by just how far you can push an edit without having to jump into Photoshop. This quick and helpful video will show you two great tricks for getting more out of the Radial Filter tool in Lightroom.
Composition is one of the subtlest and trickiest parts of landscape photography, and it can take years to master. This excellent video discusses how to simplify your compositions and how doing so can help improve your landscape images.
"Cats" has been released to both disappointing reviews and box office returns, and in an attempt to help stop the bleeding, Universal Pictures has taken the unheard of step of sending a new version of the film to theaters.
Canon's RF lenses have generally been well received, being noted for their high optical quality, even when compared to some of the company's best EF mount glass. This great video takes a look at the RF 50mm f/1.2L USM lens from its performance to its image quality.
None of us are perfect, and we all have images in which we wish we could have corrected a mistake or taken a different creative route. This great video examines the idea of taking the time to return to locations to fix past mistakes and to improve your photography.
Luminar 4 has generated a fair amount of buzz for its new AI features, such as one-click sky replacement, making it an intriguing alternative to the standard Adobe ecosystem products. If you are just diving into the new version of the software, this great video will show you five different creative editing techniques you can do with the program, including some that leverage its impressive AI capabilities.
The 1D series is Canon's best, always showcasing a lot of their top tech and being the choice of many professionals who need a rugged, capable body that they know they can rely on to get the shot no matter the conditions. And as we approach an Olympic year, the next iteration, the 1D X Mark III, is soon on its way, likely available for preorder in the next month.
Winter is here, and while it can be a fun time to grab your camera and head out shooting, there are certain things you should be aware of and precautions you should take both so you can stay warm and so your gear works properly and is not damaged by the conditions. This helpful video will give you lots of great tips to stay comfortable and to keep your gear in top condition in the cold weather.
The Canon EOS Ra is a specialized camera, but one that is quite intriguing for anyone interested in astrophotography. This great video takes a first look at it to see if it is right for you.
The Painter tool is extremely easy to overlook in Lightroom, and yet, it is a highly efficient way to add data to your photos and keep them better organized. This great video will show you the tool, how it works, and why it is so useful.
It is not realistic to expect to be constantly inspired and to never have any lulls in creativity or motivation. But what do you do when the inspiration has left you? This great video examines the topic and offers some helpful advice on how you can regain your footing.
If you thought editing photos took up a lot of computing resources, just wait until you dive into video. If you are new to video and wondering what you can do to make your post-processing run as fast as possible, this helpful video will give you some tips to optimize both your hardware and your software to keep your editing running as quickly as possible.
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