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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
There’s an old adage that claims in order to be a wildlife photographer, you need a lot of time and a lot of money. This is only partly true. Many great wildlife photo opportunities can occur in urban parks and even in your own backyard, as long as we know what we’re doing. In this article, we’re going to cover a number of essential tips that will help you become a better wildlife photographer.
If you’ve read our introduction
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
Taking a look at any modern mirrorless or DSLR camera, you’ll notice a slew of controls, buttons, and dials. Atop nearly all cameras sits a large dial labeled with many letters and icons. This is our mode dial. It is how we control the level of power we give to our camera or take for ourselves.
One of the wonderful things that modern electronic digital and film cameras give you is many high-tech options for your image making. One of the horrible things that modern electronic digital and film cameras give you is many high-tech options for your
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Many interchangeable-lens cameras, be it DSLR or mirrorless, are sold today with what we call "kit" lenses. Current kit lenses, in general, thanks to computer technology and advanced manufacturing techniques, are more capable and of higher quality than those of yesteryear. However, many of us who use interchangeable-lens cameras feel the gravitational pull of other lenses that are not yet in our bags.
Adding lenses to your quiver is all about choices and selection and, in photography, we often find ourselves at a sort of "gear crossroads." The
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Most photos consist of a balance between bright and dark tones, creating what we typically consider to be “proper exposure.” In proper exposure, there should be ample detail in all areas of the image, no matter how dark or how bright. At least, that’s what we should do when trying to capture a balanced exposure.
Balance, while important to most photographic situations, is not always best for a scene. There are
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Using RGB lighting can help bring out the story in your image. Visual storyteller and founder of the Know Your Dope agency, Ricky Shoebio, discusses how he uses different colorful lights for more dynamic portraits.
0:00 - Intro
2:12 - About Ricky
4:24 - Purpose & use
7:29 - Color for character
16:05 - Post production
18:59 - Color & accent
25:43 - Ricky's Four Pillars of RGB Lighting
35:24 - Closing
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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
For years, young photo enthusiasts have been striving to add a nostalgic look to their photos. From smartphone camera filters to old hand-me-down point-and-shoot cameras, we’ve been chasing a look that just can’t be replicated. That is, unless you design a camera specifically to accomplish that goal. And that’s exactly what Kodak did with the Charmera keychain camera
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At its best, photography draws from both science and art, to give resulting images a dual purpose—aesthetic innovation and scientific merit. And when that photography happens from the windows of the International Space Station, capturing star trails, city lights, and our blue planet against the void of space, it becomes something truly transcendent.
Above Photograph © Donald Pettit, NASA
In today’s show, we’re privileged to chat with NASA Astronaut Donald Pettit, a scientist, inventor, and photographer who has spent nearly two years living,
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Binoculars are a must-have for any nature enthusiast. Whether it be to get a close-up view of a bird that landed outside the kitchen window or taken on a hike, there are many applications for these handy optics. If you’re in the market for a new pair of binoculars, what better option than the new Swarovski CL Companion III series. They’re colorful, portable, and the perfect companion for any outdoor adventure.
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Creative photography goes far beyond pressing the shutter. Photographer Anya Anti shows how post-production becomes a powerful creative tool for transforming photographs into striking works of art.
0:00 - Intro
2:24 - Before & after examples
3:50 - Raw processing process
22:16 - Photoshop process
1:10:32 - Creating fantastical with realism
1:14:43 - Image layer breakdown
1:23:47 - Closing
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It's easy to go out and take photos, what's not is making it your own. Derek goes over how to find your creative stye and different ways to get inspired.
0:00 - Intro
2:40 - Finding your creative style
6:38 - Inspiration vs. imitation
31:41 - What is vision in photography?
38:37 - Consistency
41:07 - Tips on strengthening your vision
45:27 - Image review exercise
50:57 - Personal projects
1:13:20 - Q&A
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
One of the magical aspects of modern photography is the ability to review an image instantly within our EVF (electronic viewfinder) or right on the back of the camera.
Frequently, one possible mistake that digital photographers make is when reviewing an image on their camera—they evaluate exposure based on the reproduced image. Why might this be a mistake? Well, both your camera’s LCD and EVF likely have adjustable brightness. Also, you might be viewing your images in bright sunlight or in the pitch black of night. Just as viewing a computer
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
Every facet of photography is about controlling light, from the amount of light we allow to enter our camera via the aperture of a lens to the duration of our exposure set by the shutter speed. But how does the camera measure the brightness of the scene to set these settings automatically? How do you, the photographer, know how much to adjust your exposure settings to achieve a specific result for the final image? This is achieved with an in-camera light meter.
What Is Metering?
Metering is how a camera evaluates the available light to
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
If there's one photo accessory that we all have too many of, it's bags. Whether our kit outgrew the previous one, or we found a new must-own style, there will always be something new. For those just getting started, even choosing the right style may be overwhelming. Well, we're here to help.
There are a lot of bags out there, so to narrow down the options, we're looking at the current selection from the Ruggard brand. Below, we've
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Building on their long-established legacy of compact cameras, Panasonic continues to deliver exceptional imaging tools for creators on the move with the new ZS300. Designed to make photography and content creation simple yet versatile, this new camera packs quite the punch and delivers an exciting array of features.
Panasonic Lumix ZS300
At the heart of this camera sits a 20
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When Jeff Cable isn't photographing the Olympics, he's often guiding photo tours across the globe. Jeff shares tips on what to look for in a photo tour, how to pack effectively, and how to ensure an enjoyable experience.
0:00 - Intro
1:21 - About Jeff
2:02 - Photo tour vs. photo workshop
3:57 - What to look for and common questions
14:32 - Preparation
17:41 - Besides the photo
20:39 - People and places close to home
26:00 - People and places not so close to home
35:53 - Tropical wildlife
43:57 - African wildlife
50:40 - After the sun goes