When it comes to portrait photography, there is so much to consider. Location, lights, camera, action, hair and makeup and poses, to name a few. If you’re nervous or new to all this it’s easy to forget the basics, here are three steps to make sure you get better portraits.
Here in Colorado, the hummingbird migration typically begins in early June and lasts until early September, although a rapid change in the weather can often affect the timing of their departure. Over the past few months, I made several attempts to photograph hummingbirds during their early morning visits to the
This week we’re getting to know community member, Sushma Mishra. Sushma is a photographer based in India and enjoys capturing nature, wildlife and the scenes near her home. Haven’t joined the Photofocus Community yet? Sign up for free today! How did you get started in photography? “For a long time,
It was an all-too-familiar scenario for me: It was the weekend, and my back was hurting. My eyes ached from staring at the screen for too long, and my legs were numb from being immobile for hours. Even my brain was throbbing. And still, this photography lifestyle had me sitting
It’s a question many photographers, including myself, have been asking for years. Why don’t mirrorless and DSLR cameras utilize smartphone technology and apps? My friend Mary Wade, using a co-worker’s ring light, had photographed portraits of her fellow employees using both an older DSLR and her new Google Pixel smartphone.
During the beginning of the Covid 19 Pandemic, when I had to do a lot of camera work around New Jersey, there was a lot to consider to stay safe. One of the most important things was how to stay socially distant and flexible when I don’t know what to
The demand for camera bags that are suitable for multi-day outdoor excursions is growing. Partly fueled by the pandemic and the need to socially distance, many photographers have taken to spending more time in the wilderness. Enter the Lowepro PhotoSport Pro. The Lowepro PhotoSport Pro follows on from and builds
Today, Manfrotto has announced two new lines of camera bags that have been meticulously designed with a wide variety of creators in mind. The Manfrotto PRO Light and Manfrotto Street bags will aim to offer versatility and performance at affordable price points. According to Manfrotto, the PRO Light collection was
Have we lost sight of what a travel photo truly is? Whether you belong to travel photo groups on social media communities or just simply search for travel photos, chances are you’ll come across a growing number of photos that focus on the travelers themselves. Somehow, this has become the
The MantisPod Pro is a tabletop and handheld tripod unlike any other. It’s lightweight and extremely compact. As someone who regularly records vlogs and other videos on the go, I was intrigued by the concept of the PGYTECH MantisPod. In fact, I am a regular user of the SwitchPod, which
Many vintage lenses from 1940s to the 1960s are actually radioactive. The yellow tinge on the front element is the telltale sign that a radioactive material was added to the optical glass. If you’ve never seen any of these lenses, you must be curious about the “look” that they create.
In celebration of its 60th anniversary, Sigma announced a college scholarship contest, which is now open to submissions through the end of October 2021. Eight students will be awarded a $7500 prize for still and video work that reflects one of the four core values of Sigma — authenticity, precision,
