Food photographer Joanie Simon of The Bite Shot has put together a helpful tutorial that shows you how to capture “dramatic food photography” using an extremely cheap DSLR. Specifically, she picked up a used Canon Rebel T2i with a kit lens for just $200.
Simon typically uses full-frame cameras and lots of artificial light to […]. petapixel.com
Macro Photographer Ben Salb is an OM SYSTEM Ambassador whose passion for photography lies in the small details of the natural world. The Maryland-based photographer specializes in high magnification insect and spider photography, often finding his subjects close to home in the lush woods of the United States’ eastern coast. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-10-02 19:16
Landscape photographers dread the feeling of standing in front of an incredible scene only to look up to find blue skies filled with harsh sunlight and no clouds. On a recent photography trip to Death Valley National Park, Michael Shainblum decided to use the harsh conditions to experiment. When Shainblum arrived in the dry California […] petapixel.com »
2021-05-19 01:23
Here are our top tips for incorporating the resurgence of all things hygge into your Licensing portfolio—while creating seasonal stock photos that sell. The post How to capture hygge in commercial photography appeared first on 500px. iso.500px.com »
2020-12-08 15:30
With the 500px mobile app, you can build your Licensing portfolio on-the-go and from a single device. Here’s how to do it right. The post How to capture licensable photos on mobile appeared first on 500px. iso.500px.com »
2020-07-21 14:30
Dustin Dolby of Workphlo is back with another helpful product photography tutorial. Using only minimal gear, Dolby will show you how to create professional-grade 360° product photos—an increasingly sought-after skill for e-commerce photography. petapixel.com »
2020-06-02 21:37
For photographers, wellness shoots provide the chance to create the kind of uplifting, commercially appealing images brands crave right now. The post How to capture wellness, self-care, and mindfulness at home appeared first on 500px. iso.500px.com »
2020-05-19 14:30
My name is Paul Schmit, and today I want to describe to you the journey that led to the time-blended astrolandscape you see above. You might recognize me from my recent marathon endeavor to capture the International Space Station crossing in front of the sun at sunrise. petapixel.com »
2019-09-20 23:37
As a newspaper staff photographer for 26 years, I’ve seen enormous changes in our industry over that time. There’s been an explosion of interest in sport and sports coverage, so there’s never been a dull moment in all those years. petapixel.com »
2019-09-07 18:27
Learn how to capture wide-angle shots of timeless trees with 500px photographer Daniel Laan. iso.500px.com »
2018-03-16 02:05
Standard schlieren imaging techniques use a large mirror to be able to visualize heat or pressure differences in air. The problem with these techniques is that they require large precision telescope mirrors that are very expensive. petapixel.com »
2018-02-05 20:49
Having photographed snowflakes for nearly a decade as a large component to my career as a photographer, I’ve had the joy of encountering mysteries in the snow and the enthusiasm to sort out the physics behind it. petapixel.com »
2018-01-08 18:53
Joshua K. Jackson & Craig Whitehead share their tips for capturing silhouettes.
The post How To Capture Silhouettes like a Street Photographer appeared first on 500px ISO.
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If you’re interested in product photography, Dustin Dolby‘s channel workphlo is definitely worth a bookmark. Using minimal equipment, he’s able to capture distinct looks like this makeup shot, and in this tutorial he’ll show you how a single speedlight can produce a bold beautiful wine bottle photo that looks 100% pro. As usual, Dolby breaks […] petapixel.com »
2017-05-10 23:20
Australian wedding photographer James Day recently shared a beautiful wedding photo and story that are tugging on heartstrings around the Web. It’s a terrific example of emotion being captured and conveyed in a shot. petapixel.com »
2017-05-05 20:13
You don’t need a ton of space to create an impromptu “home studio” and capture some high quality portraits. As photographer Mark Wallace shows you in this informative tutorial, the corner of a tiny hotel room in Paris is plenty if you know what you’re doing. This episode of Adorama TV is all about capturing […] petapixel.com »
2017-02-15 23:22
Photographing the moon can be spectacular—a rising full moon looks very big and is often red. And combining a spectacular moonrise shot with landscapes or objects in close-up can give really great results. petapixel.com »
2016-08-25 19:24
The reflector is one of the most underrated and forgotten about items that any natural light portrait photographer could have. Folks tend to just forget it. Instead, they think that film will do a good enough job and that they can edit it later.
Whether your flash accessories are due for an upgrade or you’re already looking to finally invest in them, the latest iterations of the FlashBender products could be of interest to you. Now on their third version, these kits and tool come with improved features that should fit your indoor and outdoor flash photography needs.
Shooting in natural light can be tricky but it’s also a flattering and readily available light source. Whether you’re shooting portraits or still life, the key to working with natural light is being able to modify it to achieve the look you’re after. This is where today’s photography cheat sheet comes in.
While the world is obsessing over newer, higher Megapixel count and more powerful cameras, the most important factor when it comes to photography is light. Therefore having the ability to modify and improve lighting quality can significantly enhance the image output.
Carrying a reflector around town with you is useful, it’s just not usually practical. That’s where the new Flash Bag comes in. This creatively designed camera bag comes with a reflector build right into the bag itself—just open it up.