Education and inspiration for visual storytellers

Creating custom backdrops for your photos using stock images

Kevin Ames 08/20/2018 1

To me, the backdrop or background of a photograph is its foundation. The backdrop sets the stage, the tone and reveals or hides things that might add or detract from the subject respectively. The go-to backdrop is seamless paper in its myriad of colors. Many companies sell custom painted backdrops on canvas or muslin for…

Tutorials

Photography Marketing: Tackling SEO for photographers

Bryan Esler 08/20/2018 0

You can have the greatest website in the world, but if it’s not optimized for search engines, it’ll get lost in the shuffle. Integrating best practices for search engine optimization (SEO) will not only help deliver your website to a higher number of people — it’ll also get you some new leads that you wouldn’t…

Business

The age of the mirrorless camera starts now

Bryan Esler 08/18/2018 0

Full-frame 35mm cameras. Medium-format cameras. Micro four-thirds cameras. These are formats. There are only two types of digital cameras themselves — Single Lens Reflex and Mirrorless. The evolution of cameras has evolved over the past 100 years, and we’re about to enter a new generation, with Nikon and Canon both getting ready to reveal full-frame…

Gear Photography

Creating custom lookup tables (LUTs) with Photoshop

Rich Harrington 08/15/2018 0

As an advanced user, you’re probably excited by LUTs and what’ I’d like you to do now is realize that anything you can do with an adjustment layer can be stored as a lookup table. This means some of the complex recipes that you’ve discovered in this course, with blending modes and adjustment layers, can…

Adobe Software

What does a “professional” camera really mean?

Bryan Esler 08/21/2018 0

Last week, Tony and Chelsea Northrup posted a controversial video on YouTube that tried to define what a professional camera was. It centers around sales for all of the camera manufacturers. It makes some good points about how higher-end cameras can enhance a photograph. That being said, for the most part making a great photograph…

Opinion

Tamron’s 70-200mm lens — is it ready for major league sports?

Vanelli 08/13/2018 0

Is Tamron’s 70-200mm lens ready for major league sports? My thoughts after shooting a season of Major League Lacrosse.

Gear Photography

Quick Tip: Use a strip box to create an edge light

Vanelli 08/17/2018 0

A strip box is a thin, rectangle softbox that is used to control where the light falls on a subject. This is very important when creating an edge light. For an edge light to be … [Read More...] about Quick Tip: Use a strip box to create an edge light

Traveling abroad? Things U.S. photographers need to know

Scott Bourne 08/17/2018 0

Things that U.S. photographers who travel internationally need to know... If you're in the USA and are planning to go make photographs in another country, you may, no make that … [Read More...] about Traveling abroad? Things U.S. photographers need to know

Summertime photography: ¡Fiesta!

Marie Tartar 08/17/2018 0

I was recently on a family trip to San Miguel de Allende (SMA) in central Mexico. This colonial town is known for a seemingly endless succession of festivals throughout the year. … [Read More...] about Summertime photography: ¡Fiesta!

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Video editing basics in DaVinci Resolve 15: The Media page

Chris Anson 08/13/2018 2

In video editing, my primary tool is DaVinci Resolve. While I do use Final Cut Pro X for some things, I have a real fondness for DaVinci. One thing to note is that it requires a … [Read More...] about Video editing basics in DaVinci Resolve 15: The Media page

How to create a watermark in Lightroom Classic

Bryan Esler 08/11/2018 0

Watermarks can be used for a number of reasons. One, to protect your images. While watermarks can be removed, most people won't go through the trouble of doing so if they don't … [Read More...] about How to create a watermark in Lightroom Classic

Enthusiast’s Guide: Using a flash to create double exposures

Kevin Ames 08/09/2018 1

(Editor's note: Photofocus is proud to add Rocky Nook as a vibrant contributor for our readers. Rocky Nook is a small — seven-person independent publishing company. Their … [Read More...] about Enthusiast’s Guide: Using a flash to create double exposures

Wacom Intuos Pro offers precision and speed for photo editors

Bryan Esler 08/16/2018 0

Earlier this month I received Wacom's entry-level tablet, the Intuos Pen Tablet. While that's a great tablet for beginners and light photo editors, the Wacom Intuos Pro really … [Read More...] about Wacom Intuos Pro offers precision and speed for photo editors

The Illuminati Meter: What is that?

Michèle Grenier 08/16/2018 0

When Rudy Guttosch from Illuminati Instrument Corp sent me this intriguing device, I wasn't really sure how I was going to use it. I don't particularly enjoy having to bring extra … [Read More...] about The Illuminati Meter: What is that?

Wacom Intuos Pen Tablet a great entry-level tablet for photographers

Bryan Esler 08/07/2018 0

I've long been a user of a keyboard and mouse, even for my photo editing. But over time, as I used Lightroom and Photoshop for more precise edits, it became more and more … [Read More...] about Wacom Intuos Pen Tablet a great entry-level tablet for photographers

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Creating custom lookup tables (LUTs) with Photoshop

Rich Harrington 08/15/2018 0

As an advanced user, you're probably excited by LUTs and what' I'd like you to do now is realize that anything you can do with an adjustment layer can be stored as a lookup table. … [Read More...] about Creating custom lookup tables (LUTs) with Photoshop

How to create a watermark in Lightroom Classic

Bryan Esler 08/11/2018 0

Using blending modes and adjustment layers in Photoshop

Rich Harrington 08/08/2018 0

Besides using an adjustment layer and a mask, one of the most overlooked options is the ability to use blending modes. Changing the blending mode for an adjustment layer completely … [Read More...] about Using blending modes and adjustment layers in Photoshop

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How deliberate is your business model?

Fabrizia Costa 08/16/2018 0

To be or not to be, and why hybrid doesn’t work These days, there’s a lot of discussion about “shooting and burning” vs. “boutique studios.” Photographers giving away all the … [Read More...] about How deliberate is your business model?

Beyond Technique Podcast with Jamey Price | Photofocus Podcast August 15, 2018

Chamira Young 08/15/2018 0

https://soundcloud.com/photofocus/beyond-technique-podcast-with-jamey-price-photofocus-podcast-august-15-2018 Get the show here or get it on iTunes — Please, post a review on … [Read More...] about Beyond Technique Podcast with Jamey Price | Photofocus Podcast August 15, 2018

How to prepare your photos and video for Adobe Stock

Photofocus Team 08/15/2018 0

Let's continue our look at achieving success as a stock contributor for photo and video. Photofocus publisher Rich Harrington sits down with Dennis Radeke of Adobe to learn what … [Read More...] about How to prepare your photos and video for Adobe Stock

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The Mind Your Own Business Podcast with Jen Rozenbaum | Photofocus Podcast August 10, 2018

Chamira Young 08/10/2018 0

https://soundcloud.com/photofocus/the-mind-your-own-business-podcast-with-jen-rozenbaum-photofocus-podcast-august-10-2018 Get the show here or get it on iTunes — Please post a … [Read More...] about The Mind Your Own Business Podcast with Jen Rozenbaum | Photofocus Podcast August 10, 2018

The InFocus Interview Show with Roberto Valenzuela | Photofocus Podcast August 3, 2018

Vanelli 08/03/2018 0

https://soundcloud.com/photofocus/infocus-interview-show-with-roberto-valenzuela-photofocus-podcast-august-3-2018/s-4Uqkl In this episode: Photographer, Educator, Author and … [Read More...] about The InFocus Interview Show with Roberto Valenzuela | Photofocus Podcast August 3, 2018

The InFocus Interview Show with Rick Sammon | Photofocus Podcast July 27, 2018

Vanelli 07/27/2018 2

https://soundcloud.com/photofocus/the-infocus-interview-show-with-rick-sammon-photofocus-podcast-july-27-2018 In this episode: Photographer, educator and author Rick Sammon … [Read More...] about The InFocus Interview Show with Rick Sammon | Photofocus Podcast July 27, 2018

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Motion graphics templates: Downloading MOGRTs from Adobe Stock

Photofocus Team 08/19/2018 0

MOGRTs are a valuable resource for videographers who don't have the time or budget to create high-quality, eye-catching graphics for their productions. A great solution is motion … [Read More...] about Motion graphics templates: Downloading MOGRTs from Adobe Stock

DSLR Video Weekly: Changing your f-stop

Rich Harrington 08/18/2018 0

This is article #36 in the DSLR Video Weekly series. If you'd like the whole thing in one shot, check out the book Creating DSLR Video: From Snapshots to Great Shots. Once you … [Read More...] about DSLR Video Weekly: Changing your f-stop

DSLR Video Weekly: The challenges of shooting in low light

Rich Harrington 08/12/2018 0

This is article #35 in the DSLR Video Weekly series. If you'd like the whole thing in one shot, check out the book Creating DSLR Video: From Snapshots to Great Shots. Once you … [Read More...] about DSLR Video Weekly: The challenges of shooting in low light

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