You can’t create bokeh with micro four-thirds cameras, scream the trolls. Boy, are they wrong. I, along with many authors here at Photofocus, use or
Let’s face it: not all photography gear are created equal. Some are made better than the others, whether due to budget constraints or the photographers
I don’t know what it is about nighttime, but that seems to be the time when my brain is the most creative. Maybe it’s due
Do you ever print your photos? Not just post them on social media, but real tangible images printed on beautiful photo paper? If you don’t,
One of the most commonly used features in Adobe Photoshop is the Layers panel. There are several different types of layers — Adjustment Layers being
There is no argument from me that Lightroom Classic is a terrific tool for editing and collating your photos, but I also love the fact
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I wrote an article about selling photography online and was thinking about it today as I opened up one of the print on demand sites I sell (and lease) on. I was shocked and happy to see that someone (two buyers) had purchased 15 different images of mine — three
It wasn’t too long ago when medium format cameras cost upward of $20,000 each! However, Pentax, and more recently, Fujifilm, went on the offensive with medium format cameras and they managed to bring the prices crashing down. Now, you can buy both DSLR and mirrorless-based medium format cameras that cost
Already planning for this year’s fall photography shoot? Whether you’re new to landscape photography in the fall season or want to do better this time, it’s always great to pick up a tip or two from other photographers. Today’s set of fall landscape photography tips from Mark Denney would be a great start! In
Split light isn’t one of the most flattering light patterns but it is one of the most dramatic ones. Here’s how to use just one light, placed in the right position, to create a dramatic portrait. Split lighting is exactly what it sounds like Split lighting is exactly what it
The eternal late bloomer, I know I’ve been a little late joining the mirrorless camera party. Finally, two weeks ago I dusted off my credit card and took the plunge by ordering the Canon EOS R5. It arrived at my local post office earlier than anticipated, which was a nice
Capturing the fall harvest and making the most of the pumpkin season is what fall is all about for me. And on this first day of fall, photographing pumpkin soup, pumpkin pie, sweet potatoes, pumpkin fritters and more just gets you in the spirit of things! Whether it is food
Image feedback is important. Yet, we post our images all over social media looking for likes, hearts and comments. We crave recognition and validation in the work we spend days and hours on, so we can feel good about what we are doing, so we don’t feel like we are
Using the right backdrop is a crucial part of your food photography setup. Fortunately, there are now many options readily available from most photography supply stores. But if you want to add a personal touch or customize it to your specific needs, you always have the option to make your
For many years, I have been a huge fan of ultra-wide-angle zooms. Lenses that go from ultra-wide to wide focal lengths, to me, are some of the most versatile lenses around. These days, when I go on photowalks through my city, an ultra-wide-angle zoom is the only lens I take
Today’s modern cameras come with powerful features that make night photography a lot easier. They include the increasingly capable cameras of smartphones. If you’re curious about night photography with the iPhone 12, you might get some cool ideas from this Apple Creative Projects installment. Landon of Apple Grand Central in New York
You can’t create bokeh with micro four-thirds cameras, scream the trolls. Boy, are they wrong. I, along with many authors here at Photofocus, use or have used micro four-thirds cameras professionally. We can tell you that creating bokeh has never been an issue. There are plenty of fast primes for
Let’s face it: not all photography gear are created equal. Some are made better than the others, whether due to budget constraints or the photographers they are designed for. As you get better at your photography or decide on the kind of photography you want to do, your gear choices
I don’t know what it is about nighttime, but that seems to be the time when my brain is the most creative. Maybe it’s due to the fact that all day I am running around doing mom things and once bedtime rolls around I can actually stop and think. Either
Do you ever print your photos? Not just post them on social media, but real tangible images printed on beautiful photo paper? If you don’t, then perhaps you should. Consider these reasons why you should print your photos. Lost art There are various reasons for printing your photos — digital
I wrote an article about selling photography online and was thinking about it today as I opened up one of the print on demand sites I sell (and lease) on. I was shocked and happy to see that someone (two buyers) had purchased 15 different images of mine — three
It wasn’t too long ago when medium format cameras cost upward of $20,000 each! However, Pentax, and more recently, Fujifilm, went on the offensive with medium format cameras and they managed to bring the prices crashing down. Now, you can buy both DSLR and mirrorless-based medium format cameras that cost
Already planning for this year’s fall photography shoot? Whether you’re new to landscape photography in the fall season or want to do better this time, it’s always great to pick up a tip or two from other photographers. Today’s set of fall landscape photography tips from Mark Denney would be a great start! In
Split light isn’t one of the most flattering light patterns but it is one of the most dramatic ones. Here’s how to use just one light, placed in the right position, to create a dramatic portrait. Split lighting is exactly what it sounds like Split lighting is exactly what it
The eternal late bloomer, I know I’ve been a little late joining the mirrorless camera party. Finally, two weeks ago I dusted off my credit card and took the plunge by ordering the Canon EOS R5. It arrived at my local post office earlier than anticipated, which was a nice
Capturing the fall harvest and making the most of the pumpkin season is what fall is all about for me. And on this first day of fall, photographing pumpkin soup, pumpkin pie, sweet potatoes, pumpkin fritters and more just gets you in the spirit of things! Whether it is food
