Here are several easy tips so you can use your tripod like a pro. You’ll get the most from your tripod this way. But first, get a quality tripod Pros use quality tripods. They know better. If you are bothering to set them up on a tripod, you clearly want
If your answer to the question above is “yes,” you are definitely not alone. It’s part of the normal progression of things when you do photography seriously, and long enough. This feeling becomes even more pronounced when you often look at other photographers’ work, whether for learning or for inspiration.
I recently ran some Animal Encounter Photoshoots at Reptile Encounters in Burwood. We had three encounters in total and everyone had a blast. I really want to try to under light the frogs and small reptiles with my Huion Light Pad. I also had a Neewer CB200C LED Light to
Here’s how to unleash creativity by experimenting with innovative lighting styles in photography. Photography is a dance between light and shadows. In the world of portraiture, the way you wield light can transform a simple image into a masterpiece. Creativity knows no bounds, and when it comes to lighting styles
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. It’s not unheard of for most photographers to be interested in more than one genre. Some
When you’re new to photography, one of the first things you think about are rules that will help you get acceptable results. In street photography, however, these rules tend to be more loose. The rules of composition, for example, are vital to getting a powerful photo. Still, it’s not impossible
Sony’s new lens boasts of a unique combination of a versatile focal range, large f/2 aperture, and compact form factor Sony Electronics Inc. introduces the 28-70mm f/2 G Master, the first1 Sony zoom lens with a constant f/2 aperture and 77th lens in the Sony E-Mount lineup. This full-frame lens offers
I’ve been a big fan of constant LED lighting for a while now. The more I use it, the more impressed I get. I adore the ease of use and convenience for still life, product and even headshot lighting. Everything is jumping ahead in technology and performance and it’s brilliant.
My last article on Sandhill Cranes at Whitewater concentrated on low light in friendlier situations. Before dawn and after sunset, the cranes are quite active coming and going. ISO needs to be cranked up to attain images. This article is geared toward capturing behavior of our avian friends in friendlier
Whether you’re a film photographer or a fan of the film aesthetic I’m sure you’ve heard about Kodak Portra 400. It’s one of the most popular emulsions still available today, so much so that I’m sure there are lots of filters and presets inspired by it. It’s an especially beloved
Another week, another photography challenge! Ready to tackle one over the weekend? For the 47th week of their 52-week Photo Challenge, the folks of SlickPic are calling everyone to explore Circles or Curves in their photos. Is this challenge up your alley? It’s time to refill your creative juices and put your
Turn good photos into great ones with DxO’s award-winning tools — DxO PhotoLab, PureRAW, Nik Collection, FilmPack, and ViewPoint — at unbeatable prices. DxO Labs, the pioneer of RAW image processing, today announces that it will offer up to 50% off purchases and upgrades across its entire range of photo
