Are you a film photographer new to digitizing your shots using Capture One? It's easy to get lost in all the controls and functions if you're moving from one editing software to the next. So, to help you learn the ropes, we bring two quick ways you can try to invert negative scans -- or digitized negatives shot using your DSLR camera -- of your film snaps into final positive images.
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One of the most useful flash photography tricks everyone should learn is how to capture motion using flash. It often comes in handy especially when you need to freeze movement in an indoor setting (like weddings, events, or parties). thephoblographer.com »
2019-04-29 19:00
Here’s a 5-minute tutorial by photography artist Antti Karppinen that shares a technique for effectively dodging and burning your photo using the Gaussian Blur adjustment in Photoshop. While not suitable for every post-processing situation you may find yourself in, this dodge and burn method can help you to add “punch” to the shot. It adds contrast […] petapixel.com »
2017-12-04 18:31
Here’s a quick 2-minute video tutorial by photographer Travis Transient on how to post photos to Instagram using the browser on your desktop computer. The trick involves using the Developer Tools feature in your browser and using your browser as a mobile browser. petapixel.com »
2017-10-20 18:10
Here’s a simple way to create a digital watermark using your signature that you can use as a Photoshop brush. This 5-minute video from Colin Smith of photoshopCAFE shows you the steps needed using just a paper, pencil, and a smartphone. petapixel.com »
2017-09-05 16:52
A radial gradient can be used almost like a spotlight, directing the eye of the viewer where you want in an image. In this 10-minute video from f64 Academy, learn how to use the tool in harmony with blend modes and opacities to control the effect. While composition plays a big part in creating the […] petapixel.com »
2017-06-20 22:26
Many photographers, myself included, often tout the ability of mirrorless cameras to utilize old film era lenses to save money and try new focal lengths without breaking the bank. But at what point does doing this actually, make sense, and when does it start to be a bad decision. thephoblographer.com »
2017-04-29 07:00
Today, it’s becoming increasingly harder for your style as a photographer to become recognized. Of course, there are prolific photographers such as William Eggleston and Stephen Shore whose use of color is almost instantly recognizable. petapixel.com »
2017-04-14 18:22
There is a progression that takes place in the journey that is our lighting knowledge: ambient light > on-camera flash > bouncing that flash > off-camera strobes > gels. At first it is learning the ways of ambient light (read: I don’t want to buy a flash). As our career progresses we decide to buy […] petapixel.com »
2017-03-17 19:42
One of the ongoing pain points of being a photographer is the time we spend editing. Don’t get me wrong, I love turning a flat image into something breathtaking, but it does take a while to get through a batch of 1000+ photos from a wedding or concert. Combine that with the volume of events […] petapixel.com »
2016-12-06 23:51
You don’t need ON1 Effects 10 or Topaz Clarity to get that “Dynamic Contrast” pop in your landscape images. This short tutorial shows you how to create the effect from start to finish using only Photoshop. petapixel.com »
2016-09-17 01:13
Every craft has its mysteries. And while you can decode them through long hours of research and trial-and-error, you can also learn about them from those who have already mastered the art. Of course, not everyone wants to share their secrets. But Barcelona-based photographer Jordi Puig does.
Every craft has its mysteries. And while you can decode them through long hours of research and trial-and-error, you can also learn about them from those who have already mastered the art. Of course, not everyone wants to share their secrets. But Barcelona-based photographer Jordi Puig does.
With landscape photography being one the most popular photography genres then and now, it's not surprising that more and more photographers are getting into it today. However, there are some common misconceptions and mistakes that beginners to the genre can find themselves doing, which can eventually hamper their progress.
Depth of field is yet another of those very technical-sounding terms you'll have to grapple with if you're still new to photography. However, it's actually one of the essential creative controls that allow you to use sharp focus to determine the look of your shots.
Histogram is one of those heavily technical-sounding terms you'll encounter while learning photography. We actually have a lot of resources on the subject, but if you're just getting started, this video by Matt Granger will also help you get into a better mindset into understanding what it is, what it tells photographers, and how we can use it as a guide when we shoot.
Histogram is one of those heavily technical-sounding terms you'll encounter while learning photography. We actually have a lot of resources on the subject, but if you're just getting started, this video by Matt Granger will also help you get into a better mindset into understanding what it is, what it tells photographers, and how we can use it as a guide when we shoot.