Struggling to make your photos stand out with just one preset? In this tutorial, I’ll show you exactly how to stack multiple presets in Nik Color Efex to create your own unique editing style. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow your confidence in post-processing, this step-by-step guide
Looking for something different to capture for your next photography project? Try capturing the unsettling and atmospheric aesthetic of liminal spaces. On their own and in the normal context, empty places don’t always make interesting images. But when they’re captured in an eerie or surreal aesthetic, the shift in mood brings
Learn how to set up studio lights for film noir portraits. In this video, I will run you through how I set up a simple three-light setup using constant LED lights and modifiers for a film noir portrait session in my studio. This is a fabulous setup for beginner and
Here in Arizona, the summertime light becomes harsh in short order. One of the things I do to increase my shooting time is to switch to the infrared camera. High sun and infrared capture lead to some interesting high-contrast images. I had a Lumix G6 converted to an infrared sensor
When you hear slow shutter speeds, the first thing that most likely comes to mind are horribly blurry and out of focus photos. Most of the time, we are trained to avoid slow shutter, but for Hunter Scott, it can be an incredibly useful creative tool for those who know how to use
In this video, I walk you through the full installation and setup of the Huion Kamvas Pro 16 2.5K (GT1602), ideal for beginner and hobbyist photographers looking to improve their editing workflow and build confidence using a display tablet for photo retouching or digital art in programs like Photoshop. I
One of your goals as a photographer should be to develop your own way of seeing and interpreting the world through the lens, whatever the genre. This visual signature will allow you to take photos that viewers will eventually identify as distinctly yours. Today, let’s take a look at some
Mirroring the timeless look of Kodak Portra 400 film, PolarPro’s latest filter delivers natural color, soft highlights and nostalgic warmth straight from the lens PolarPro, introduces the CineGold. Offering the creatives of today a deluxe photo filter that channels the vintage cinematic aesthetic of Kodak Portra 400 film. Launching today
Are you dreaming of seeing your work on the pages of travel magazines? Or do you simply want to get better at travel photography? Whichever the case, it pays to learn from seasoned photographers themselves. For today’s inspiration, how about getting some valuable tips straight from a National Geographic photographer?
When asked if I wanted to review this wireless microphone set, I was, “You bet!” Mostly because I like my sound gear to be unobtrusive. It was hard for me to believe that microphone and receiver could be this small and still have solid quality sound. I’m working with a
As a beginner photographer, it is often difficult to know the best way to edit your photos so they look professional. In this video, I show you how to unlock the power of black and white photography, as we explore when monochrome is the right creative choice—and how to make
You don’t necessarily need a macro lens to capture great macro images. Take these photos of a green apple. I used my Tamron 70 – 30mm lens, but as I cannot really get close enough for true macro, I used my Vella extension tubes. Light was supplied by my Godox
