Henri Cartier-Bresson, often regarded as the father of modern photojournalism, once said, “To photograph is to hold one’s breath when all faculties converge to capture fleeting reality. It’s at that precise moment that mastering an image becomes a great physical and intellectual joy.” This profound understanding of the medium is
The short answer to this question is, you’re a photographer when you’re taking photos. But if you really want to be absolutely sure about it, today’s insights on the impostor syndrome from Sean Tucker may help you navigate this important and pervasive question. Tucker first tied this question to impostor syndrome — the fear
Adobe announces new AI tools and workflows for Firefly, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Illustrator and more at the Max keynote this morning, October 14, 2024 in Miami, Florida. Adobe Max, the conference for creatives in-person and streaming online, reveals what the teams in all product categories have been working on to
Let’s face it, some places make it easier for photographers to get great photos. However, not all of us have the privilege to travel to scenic destinations or live in spectacular locations. So, when the need to take cool photos strikes, what do you do? Can you still get great
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. Street photography is such a versatile genre that you can use any camera or camera +
Guess what? If you’ve ever taken a photo, you’re a copyright owner! Yes, if you shoot a photo personally or professionally, you achieve an automatic copyright. If you’re like most creatives, you probably don’t enjoy the legal aspects of the business. However, knowledge of copyrights is something you should be
Another week, another photography challenge! Here’s one that you can tackle over the weekend. For the 41st week of their 52-week Photo Challenge, the folks of SlickPic want us to get creative with Shadows and Highlights to create dramatic photos. If you’re ready, it’s time to refill your creative juices and put
I was recently given a Godox AD200Pro II speedlight and the Godox X3 trigger to play with, and I really wanted to try them out in the studio. I have been recovering from surgery, so I had to keep things small and quick and easy. So, I went with what
If you do a lot on location portraits, one of the most useful tools you should have are portable backdrops. They will help add variety to your projects and allow you to work practically everywhere. In other words, it’s like having your studio ready wherever you need it! New to
Got some old cameras lying around? Whether you’re in need of an upgrade or simply want to make good use of your old gear, B&H has an ongoing Nikon Autumn Camera Trade-In for you to take advantage of. Here’s your chance to get your hands on Nikon’s flagship mirrorless camera
I switched over to Godox a couple of years ago for my studio flash lighting needs. They have made my life simple and easy in and out of the studio. So when I heard that Godox were bringing out a new AD200Pro II I couldn’t wait to get my hands
While the appreciation for all things creepy and spooky peaks today, horror photography doesn’t have to be exclusive to Halloween. In today’s photography inspiration, MPB brings in Kelly Jean, who shares useful insights for creating eerie imagery beyond the Halloween celebrations. In the video above, Jean first gave her introduction
