I travel across the country talking to some of the top photographers in the field to ask them to share their experiences while shooting on set. You'll soon learn that even season professionals encounter roadblocks during photo shoots. By staying calm under pressure they rely on their skills to overcome these obstacles to capture an amazing shot. Sit back, relax and enjoy a Story from the Set. Fashion photographer Mark Crislip shares how he uses shallow depth of field, color temperature, and fake snow to creates a winter effect--even in … [Read more...] about Stories from the Set: Snowing in Florida with Mark Crislip
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Photographer of the Day: Mundl
Category: Nature Photographer: mundl Title: Untitled Contrast is a great tool for creating drama. In this image, soft, billowing clouds compete with a hard, stark mountain's edge. Light and dark are pushed to the extreme. The contrast captured in camera is further emphasized by Mundl's definitive, yet deft, hand in post processing. Excellent! Photo originally shared in Photofocus' Flickr group. To learn how your work can be featured on the site, please read this article. … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Mundl
Photographer of the Day: Ric Rus
Category: Nature Photographer: Ric Rus Title: Goldfinches feeding before the snowstorm Overall execution is spot on, but that is not why I chose this image. In a word, dynamic. If you've ever watched the frenetic madhouse that is songbirds at a feeder, you know this image captures it perfectly, And, if you did not, now you do. Great wildlife photography capture behavior; just like this image. Photo originally shared in Photofocus' Flickr group. To learn how your work can be featured on the site, please read this article. … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Ric Rus
Photographer of The Day: Murray Fox
Category: Nature Photographer: Murray Fox Title: A Fresh Winter's Morning Too often, when we think of nature photography, we think only of wild places. Here Fox captures a wonderful, early morning, pastoral scene of horses in a pasture. Normally, I prefer off-center composition, but this is the perfect arrangement for this image. And, the color! Very warm and evocative. Photo originally shared here in Photofocus' Google+ Community. To learn how your work can be featured on the site, please read this article. … [Read more...] about Photographer of The Day: Murray Fox
Photographer of the Day: Marcel Theriault
Category: Nature Photographer: Marcel Theriault Title: Pine Siskin on My Balcony Simple is often powerful and so it is with this image. First, it is well-executed. The Pine Siskin is in tack-sharp focus, especially the eyes. Second, it is a simple, some might say drab, bird in a simple setting, but that is why it works. Nature is all around us, even on a balcony or fire escape in the heart of the city. In it's simple, yet skillful execution, Theriault's photo tells that story exceptiionally well. Photo originally shared in … [Read more...] about Photographer of the Day: Marcel Theriault
Creating One-Click Snow in Photoshop Elements
Photoshop Elements has features that can speed up the editing process for those wanting to stay away from the complications of its big sister. One of these features is the one-click Fx. Keep It Quick... For now 1. With your image open in Photoshop Elements choose the Quick mode. 2. In the bottom right new options appear, click the Fx. This reveals a new panel with all manner of one click goodies. Some of these will work better than others depending on your image. 'Tis The Seasons. Choose a One-Click Filter 3. For snow, click the Seasons … [Read more...] about Creating One-Click Snow in Photoshop Elements
Winter Wonders | Photofocus Podcast 12/15/13 with Scott Bourne | Shooting Outdoors, Gifts for Photographers, Long Exposure, and the Nikon Df
This week's show, Rich tracks down Scott Bourne (who really is enjoying being retired) to talk photography. Rich showed up at Scott's place in Vegas with a microphone and refused to leave until Scott agreed to be on the show. Okay... that's a slight exaggeration, but we hope you have as much fun with the show as we did. We talk about a bunch of timely issues for photographers of all skill levels. … [Read more...] about Winter Wonders | Photofocus Podcast 12/15/13 with Scott Bourne | Shooting Outdoors, Gifts for Photographers, Long Exposure, and the Nikon Df
Advice for Shooting Outdoors in Winter
If you want to photograph wildlife (or any subject outdoors) pay attention to these winter considerations: Snow can cause your cameras meter to register an improper exposure by fooling the camera into thinking there is more light than there really is. A simple way to avoid this is to fill the frame with the animal or use your cameras spot meter to make sure you are reading only the light that is striking the animal, not the light that is striking the surrounding areas. See the exposure section if you need a brush up on metering non-medium … [Read more...] about Advice for Shooting Outdoors in Winter
Five Cold Weather Photography Tips
Yep it's cold - well it's cold most places. I am lucky to be in Vegas where it's been in the mid 60s but I saw the national weather forecast and it's cold. It will also be cold in Alaska where I'll be this time next month. So I thought it might be a good time to break out some cold weather photography tips. 1. Battery - Battery - Battery In the cold weather your super cool and modern camera battery will not provide the power you're used to having in the summer. The colder it gets, the worse your battery performance will be. The cure? Bring … [Read more...] about Five Cold Weather Photography Tips
Seven Cold Weather Shooting Tips
In most parts of the USA it's winter. It's cold. It's freezing! Here are some cold-weather shooting tips to keep your pictures good and your gear safe. 1. Get out there. Weather is the photographer's friend. Don't let the cold or snow or ice or whatever stop you. It can add beauty and visual elements to your photography that make the difference between good and great photos. 2. Bring extra batteries and keep them close to your skin. Cold weather zaps batteries. If you have at least one extra battery, you can really increase your shooting … [Read more...] about Seven Cold Weather Shooting Tips
Cold Weather Shooting Tip – Fingerless Gloves
I think I might have found the perfect fingerless glove. Etre Touchy gloves are made of 100% Acrylic material. They're a stylish, fun and practical way to keep your hands warm while using your camera. They also work well with other electronic gadgets. Their missing thumb and index fingertips give you the freedom to touch, tap, stroke, slide and pinch your devices controls in any way you desire. I used these gloves on a very cold day here in Gig Harbor while sitting around waiting to photograph a belted kingfisher - who never showed up mind … [Read more...] about Cold Weather Shooting Tip – Fingerless Gloves
