An uncalibrated computer monitor makes it difficult to properly edit images. You see nice colors and a properly exposed image, but when you view the image on another monitor or your phone, the colors and exposure don’t look the same. This can get very frustrating, especially if you plan on
As photographers, one of the ways we describe or define our work is through the genres or styles we choose to specialize in. This may be useful at first, because it allows us to focus on learning the skills and techniques that will serve as the foundation of our photography.
We’ve frequently talked about using polarizing filters to make more striking landscape photographs, but they are at least as important for making more vibrant portraits, and cutting your retouching time in half. Let me show you how it works, as well as some general tips. What does a polarizer do?
Street photography is an incredibly exciting, fast-paced genre of photography. The idea is to capture candid everyday moments of those who share your city in a way that helps you and your viewers connect with them. In order to do this, you need a camera that won’t get in the
Luminar’s new Bokeh AI tool is now available… and the results are amazing! Here’s everything you need to know.
This week we’re getting to know community member, Chris Cyster. Chris caught the photography bug from his father and continues to photograph whatever he feels like and sees at the moment. Haven’t joined the Photofocus Community yet? Sign up for free today! How did you get started in photography? “My
It seems like every week, there’s a new Sony E-mount lens announced. There are more options than ever for Sony photographers, between Sony native lenses, Tamron, Sigma and more. While Tamron is developing some amazing full-frame lenses for Sony cameras, they’re also starting to focus more on filling a void
Iceland has been a mainstay for the movie and TV industry for a very long time. What put it on the map as a global tourist destination were shows like “Game of Thrones” and movies like “Interstellar,” “Prometheus” and my favorite, “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.” Of course, the
A lot of you have likely invested in a tripod … that’s the good news. Now let’s make sure you’re getting the most benefit from using it. Here are a few practical tips to get the results you want. Find a level space When you set your tripod up, look
One of the photography tips that we always hear is to shoot during the Golden Hour. This time of the day — sunrise or sunset — guarantee dramatic scenes bursting with vibrant colors, making it perfect for landscape photography. However, because of the high contrast of the scene, getting the
Does bringing three bags for your camera gear when going to the beach seem like overkill? It’s actually not! Read on to see why I bring three separate bags to the beach to help protect my gear. 1. Camera bag If you’re heading out for a leisurely day at the
Canon has announced that the company will establish a photo service center for professional photographers during the Olympus and Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020. Located in the Main Press Center, the service center will ensure that photographers are equipped with gear to capture exciting and definitive moments of top-class athletes. Thus
