Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation recently announced the two new additions to its lineup of waterproof, digital compact cameras: the entry-level Pentax WG-1000 and top-of-the-line Pentax WG-8. The new all-weather adventure cameras both feature a rugged chassis, plus the waterproof, dustproof and shock-resistant features the WG series is known for. The
Wondering what else you can do with your photos? How about taking on a photobook or photo zine project? Whether you’re new to idea of telling a visual story in pages or have been shooting to print for a while, today’s featured video is a potent source of inspiration. Ted
As a special request, I have created today’s post on how to reduce highlights and shine on faces in Lightroom Classic. Sure, you can do this in Photoshop, but not everyone is comfortable with it. You can still use similar methods to achieve similar results. While there are a variety
California is a large, gorgeous state with varied terrain and a large percentage is big, open, beautiful desert. There’s many places to go out to photograph and enjoy the fresh air. Regardless of whether you visit the desert during colder or hotter months, your body will need plenty of fluids.
In this review, the Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 lens emerges as a promising addition to the world of wide-angle photography. Working with it for a few weeks, I found this lens to be a blend of affordability and performance that could make it a top choice for many photographers. I
Landscape photography is a captivating art form that allows us to capture the beauty of nature and create stunning images. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, a few simple tips and techniques can help you capture breathtaking landscapes. Plan your shoot Before heading out to photograph
I presented a program on night sky and Milky Way photography to the Arizona Professional Photographers Association. After class time we headed out to Apache Junction south of Phoenix to put the knowledge to work. After helping my students with ideas on composition and focus, I made some images for
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 the mid-year, so some of us can’t help but think about which of our photography
Ever wondered what photo journalists used to take photos back in the days? Specialized gear referred to as press cameras were predominantly used during the early to mid-20th century. Let’s take a look at some fine examples in today’s featured video. Above, the folks of Japan Vintage Camera give us
Here is a quick After Effects tutorial on removing a parented property with expressions. In this example, we will animate a ferris wheel using the Rotation property and a simple expression. To begin, start with the cars on separate layers from the wheel shape itself. Then, import your graphic file
The latest update for Lightroom now has the ability for some Sony cameras to tether directly into Lightroom without the need for third-party software. I can tether with my Sony a7R V, but not my Sony a7R III. This is a terrific addition and I personally am quite happy. Check
I had a rare opportunity to light paint a house made of bottles. Here’s how I made the most of it. Best of all, you can use these light painting techniques for everything. How can some of the techniques — including techniques creating shadow, depth and detail — help with
