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Having trouble using gradients in Lightroom? Benjamin Warde demonstrates how to properly use the brush to modify a gradient. He shows us his screen as he spells out where to find the tool and how to effectively use it: For the image featured in the video, the gradient layer decreases the exposure. He places it […]
Ever wonder how it would feel to be recognized as a master of your craft? In conjunction with Adorama TV and Canon, acclaimed artist Nigel Barker launched a competition with the intention of bringing the country’s best photographers into the spotlight last year. Each week, Barker and a slew of renowned guest judges gauged the technical expertise […]
It’s well known that we humans can only take in a limited amount of information at a time, but when we take photos we often find ourselves trying to cram in as much as possible. This leaves us with photos with no single point of focus, that lack impact. In most cases, the power of […]
Most photographers tend to ask the wrong questions when looking for lighting advice. Rather than matching their shooting style with the type of light that can handle those requirements, they go about choosing a light and then trying to make it work. In this video, photographer Joe Edelman addresses some myths and answers some basic […]
If you’re a wedding photographer, individual portraits of the bride and the groom in their wedding attire are some of your must-have shots. In this video, photographer Vanessa Joy demonstrates some easy posing techniques for grooms to guarantee your clients look their very best in their wedding portraits: “Men want to look more powerful, as […]
If you’ve dabbled in landscape photography, there’s no doubt that you’ve struggled with the headache of motion blur at one point or another. We often don’t overthink the issue; a tripod and remote shutter can drastically reduce problems stemming from movement nine times out of ten. But, for perfectionists, even the smallest touch can throw off […]
How do you find the best location to take portraits when all the good spots are overdone? Mango Street created this video to demonstrate various methods for finding portrait locations in the most unlikely of places. You can find great locations just about anywhere, as long as you take these factors into consideration: 1. Consider […]
Add unique special effects onto your photos in just 1 click. From sun flares to light leaks to film burns and more. Over 100 presets in all for amazing additions to your photo editing. Found here: The Special Effects Preset Bundle When shooting outdoors, a pretty sky is a key element to making a pretty photo. […]
If you’re looking to get into sports photography, pay attention to these wise words from sports photographer Al Bello. He often draws inspiration when admiring work from other photographers and advises others to do the same. In his video, Bello details how much work, sacrifice, and luck goes into his job on a daily basis in order […]
When discovering the basics of photography, your first instinct might not be to turn to classical painting. Instead, many of us turn to technical blogs and research top of the line editing gear. However, as art educator Tavis Leaf Glover demonstrates, the artists of old may have more to offer contemporary photographers than initially meets the eye: The […]
