“Lens creep” is that really annoying thing in which your lens slips and zooms itself out of position. It happens on all sorts of zoom lenses that have an externally moving part rather than an internal one.
In this quick 2-minute tip by Dr Jake, an ordinary rubber band is the answer to all of […]. petapixel.com
The aesthetic of minimalism is very hard to achieve in a world that is full of content and never ending clutter. As photographers, how do we capture a scene in a minimalistic style without blatantly copying artists like Michael Kenna or Hiroshi Sugimoto? First, know the difference between copying, plagiarism, remixing, and inspiration. Take from […] petapixel.com »
2017-04-24 20:06
If you want a neat example of creativity in action, look no further than photographer Andrew Tihi‘s recent portrait adventure. Watch as he uses a backlit bus stop advertisement to help him capture a glowing portrait against a white backdrop. petapixel.com »
2016-11-02 01:17
A photographer has shared a neat trick that gives photos a soft-focus look: placing ripped pantyhose over the lens.
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The spot removal tool in Lightroom is a fast and simple method to touch up a photo and cleanup imperfections. While not as accurate or full-featured as the various touchup tools in Photoshop, sometimes you only need a simple and fast way to perform a touchup directly from Lightroom. Using the tool is straightforward. You […]
If you’re looking for at-home photo ideas, here’s an 18-minute behind-the-scenes video by photographer Irene Rudnyk showing how you can get dappled light for a portrait shoot with a small budget and studio space.
Photographer, filmmaker, and YouTube superstar Peter McKinnon is better known for his video work these days, but he recently took a step back to share a simple photo “hack” that can yield more dramatic portraits in a matter of seconds.
Wondering how to make the most of the gear you have on hand? Here is a quick tutorial on how you can use your on-camera flash and a simple 5-in-1 reflector to create the look of an off-camera softbox.
Do you love both photography and houseplants? If so, did you know that you can easily use your camera to measure the intensity of the light falling on your plants? In the United States, optimal light intensity for houseplants is often discussed in foot-candles (and for those of you more familiar with lux, 1 foot-candle […]