In case you missed the memo, today is World Photography Day! But if you don’t have anything planned yet, don’t fret — you don’t have to do anything grand to celebrate the occasion. Here’s a quick rundown of some easy things you can do today to keep those creative juices
Are you planning your next holiday? Why not make the most of your time by preplanning some holiday photos? It helps, especially if you have limited time due to spending time with family and such. Research your location If you know your intended itinerary ahead of time, it’s a great
From the title alone, most of you probably have an idea how this story goes. But for those who have just discovered Leica and the premium status (cough price tag cough) that it comes with, it could be interesting to see if there are any Leicas that won’t break the bank. Today’s
It’s time to make your voice heard! Each week, we ask a question of our readers so we know what sort of content to produce more of. Your input helps us make Photofocus better. Let’s face it, it’s easier to learn and master the photography genres we truly like. The
When we speak of versatile focal lengths, 50mm lenses are among the top choices. A favorite of many portrait and street photographers, the focal length is flattering for capturing both scenes and people. Still, since we’re talking about versatility, it’s fair to wonder if it’s a good choice for group
If you’re like me, you’re always looking for something different. New angles, new lighting, new techniques, new gear and new perspectives. I had been wanting to experiment with the sorts of blurring effects some tilt-shift lenses could offer for years now, as I had seen very few examples of this
Image stacking is one of the techniques that astrophotographers often use to get better results. But if you’re new to the craft and not sure where to start, we found just the astrophotography tutorial that should help. In the video above, Trevor Jones of AstroBackyard demonstrates how to use Deep Sky Stacker (DSS) to harness the
Lighting is undoubtedly one of the most critical elements that can make or break a photograph, especially with portraits. Among the various lighting techniques that photographers employ to create stunning portraits, one technique that has consistently stood out for its elegance and versatility is clamshell lighting. Known for its flattering
My wife, Holly, has a special relationship with hummingbirds. She maintains the feeders year round for our residents and exponentially increases as the critters pass on their migrations. More on that below. Feeding in St. Thomas, USVI Holly took care of the hummingbirds at our home in St Thomas, USVI.
This year marks 10 years at Skylum, and it has me reflecting on what has kept me here and what I have learned along the way. Ten years ago, I discovered a word that reshaped how I see my work: meraki. It is Greek for putting a piece of yourself
Photography history is filled with all sorts of weird and wonderful things, from iconic photos to incredible photography gear. Today’s featured video tackles the latter. Canadian film photographer Kyle McDougall talks about some of the rarest, weirdest and most expensive film cameras ever sold at auctions. “After doing a deep
Been waiting for the chance to save on your dream Sigma lenses? For a limited time, you can grab some Full Frame and APS-C lenses at $50 off! Whether you’re shooting with a mirrorless camera or a DSLR, there’s one for you to check out from this sale: Fast, compact, and
