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
My wife has been feeding the hummingbirds for many years. We have some year-rounders and we get a plethora of visitors during spring and fall migrations. If you want some tips on getting a hummingbird feeding station in place, here’s an article with tips from my wife Holly. The feeder
With warmer climes come plenty of opportunities to take landscape photos in a variety of scenic locations. The beach is easily the first choice for this, but there’s more to this season’s photography adventures than that. Whatever location is accessible to you, these featured landscape photography ideas will help make
Crows Ascending is a small but poignant volume that will delight photo book collectors and fine art photographers alike. The COVID-19 pandemic brought much of the world to a standstill, but it didn’t dampen the spirits of many creative minds. Despite the limitations, emotional distress, and mental strain of this
I’ve been testing a lot of these little mini flashes lately, and each new one gets a little better. The Godox iT30 Pro Mini Flash (S version for Sony, tested on my Sony A7RV) is no exception — but my experience with it was very much a love-hate relationship. This
