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- Guess How Many dPS Readers are On Instagram?: POLL RESULTS20 May 2012, 7:59 pm
Last month’s dPS poll centred on the topic of Instagram and asked readers whether they use the App which was recently acquired by Facebook. Close to 9000 readers responded and the results are in. Note: follow dPS editor – Darren Rowse – on Instagram at his darrenrowse account. Post originally from: Digital Photography Tips. Check [...]Post originally from: Digital Photography Tips. Check out our more Photography Tips at Photography Tips for Beginners, Portrait Photography Tip...
- iPhone 4s Cameras Are Good For Some Subjects20 May 2012, 3:17 pm
Yes, I am one of those crazy, semi-hypocritical converts who is now touting the virtues of the iPhone as a usable camera. I didn’t start out this way (note the semi-hypocritical part). But after being gifted such a phone/camera/GPS/game console, I would be a fool not to see how much use I can get out [...]Post originally from: Digital Photography Tips. Check out our more Photography Tips at Photography Tips for Beginners, Portrait Photography Tips and Wedding Photography Tips. iPhone 4s Cam... - QR Codes for Photographers19 May 2012, 7:25 pm
QR codes can be a great marketing tool, even if you don’t know what one is I’m sure you will have seen one on your travels. QR means Quick Response Code and is a two dimensional barcode which is very similar to the standard barcode used on general products. This QR code can hold a [...]Post originally from: Digital Photography Tips. Check out our more Photography Tips at Photography Tips for Beginners, Portrait Photography Tips and Wedding Photography Tips. QR Codes for Photographers... - Photoshop Tips for Great Tropical Photos19 May 2012, 3:06 pm
Hawaii is known for idyllic landscapes and pristine beaches, but sometimes your photos don’t capture what’s right in front of you. This photo was taken with a less than desirable camera (an iPhone and a Panoramic app), so it obviously needs a little help. Ideally, you’ll take the perfect photo and not need any post-production [...]Post originally from: Digital Photography Tips. Check out our more Photography Tips at Photography Tips for Beginners, Portrait Photography Tips ... - Classic Lighting: Weekly Photography Challenge18 May 2012, 7:53 pm
Your challenge this weekend is to practice a classic lighting pattern. Yesterday we published a post here on dPS highlighting 6 Portrait Lighting Patterns which got a lot of positive feedback. So today I thought it might be good to challenge readers to choose one and to go away and practice it. Theory is good [...]Post originally from: Digital Photography Tips. Check out our more Photography Tips at Photography Tips for Beginners, Portrait Photography Tips and Wedding Photography Tips. Classi... - Giving Film a Go18 May 2012, 2:47 pm
Considering shooting with film? Then you should have a little read and I shall try to give you some compelling reasons as to why I think it is a good idea. My name is Bellamy Hunt and I run the Japancamerahunter website, and I am an avid film shooter. Now, before we get started, this [...]Post originally from: Digital Photography Tips. Check out our more Photography Tips at Photography Tips for Beginners, Portrait Photography Tips and Wedding Photography Tips. Giving Film a Go... - Spectral Instruments 112 Megapixel Digital Camera18 May 2012, 5:41 am
Check out this amazing camera – it has a 112 megapixel sensor that literally dwarfs any sensor you or I have in our cameras! It’s also a black and white only camera – but I’m betting it leaves the Leica M Monochrom for dead in terms of quality and price! Want to see it made? [...]Post originally from: Digital Photography Tips. Check out our more Photography Tips at Photography Tips for Beginners, Portrait Photography Tips and Wedding Photography Tips. Spectral Instrume... - 6 Portrait Lighting Patterns Every Photographer Should Know17 May 2012, 2:06 pm
A Guest Post by Darlene Hildebrandt. In classical portraiture there are several things you need to control and think about to make a flattering portrait of your subjects, including: lighting ratio, lighting pattern, facial view, and angle of view. I suggest you get to know these basics inside out, and as with most things, then [...]Post originally from: Digital Photography Tips. Check out our more Photography Tips at Photography Tips for Beginners, Portrait Photography Tips and Wedding Photogr... - Short On Time? Learn To Post To Google+, Your Blog, Facebook, and Twitter Simultaneously16 May 2012, 7:07 pm
Not all of us have hours on end to spend on social media (myself included). Most photographers make their money by bringing in clients whether it’s families, brides, small businesses, whatever it may be. So any excess time spent on social media is time that could be spent sourcing clients. Now, social media can actually [...]Post originally from: Digital Photography Tips. Check out our more Photography Tips at Photography Tips for Beginners, Portrait Photography Tips and Wedding Photogra... - Shooting London – Big City Photography16 May 2012, 2:34 pm
A Guest Post by Yana Locke from Headshot London Photography. London is an incredible city: vibrant, modern and fizzing with life. But at every turn, London’s past is also very much in evidence, from the glorious historic architecture of its heritage sites to tiny details like a stretch of cobbled road, place names like Pudding [...]Post originally from: Digital Photography Tips. Check out our more Photography Tips at Photography Tips for Beginners, Portrait Photography Tips and Wedding Photo...
- Anatomy of a Project: Miller Mobley's Re-enactors18 May 2012, 5:59 am
When I worked at The Sun, a lot of emphasis was put on always having multiple projects in the hopper. Self-generated projects are the lifeblood of any good paper, and they promote exploration and serendipity. Since I have gone out on my own, I can honestly say projects have the single most important vehicle for developing my photography. I always have at least one on the front burner, with a couple more in the on-deck circle. When my friend Miller Mobley tweeted last week about his series of U... - SaxonPC Grids: Straddling Store-bought and DIY18 May 2012, 5:59 am
Like McNally says, if you want to make something more interesting, don't light all of it. And to that end, I use grid spots a lot. In fact, probably just as often as I use umbrellas. My workhorse speedlight grid has long been the HonlPhoto 1/8". But for those looking for a lower entry point (or more extreme beam widths) SaxonPC grids offer a second choice. They are both designed to be used on speedlights, but take very different approaches from there. Today, a head-to-head comparison ... - Q&A: C-Stands14 May 2012, 2:27 pm
Several people asked about the C-stand (short for century stand) that I used on the Rosco OA posted on Monday. Long story short, after spending 2 months on the road with McNally and crew last year, I have become a convert. If you have never used a C-stand, and/or are considering getting one, here's what you need to know. Read more »... - Ryan Brenizer's Panoramic Portraiture10 May 2012, 8:26 pm
All photos ©Ryan Brenizer. Click on any pic for bigger. New York City-based wedding photographer Ryan Brenizer has so-perfected the art of stitched portraiture that the technique has become associated with his name. You know, kinda like the Heimlich Maneuver. Take this image for example, done quickly on the fly at a wedding with a 35mm lens @f/1.8 and a single small light source. It's a technique that is particularly suited to small-flash photography – and to photographers who like to t... - Always Bring a Model Release9 May 2012, 2:05 am
I try to be pretty open with this blog. Sometimes I get it right, and sometimes I screw up royally. A recent shoot I did for Rosco is a good example of both. Read more »... - Royce Bair's Night-Lit Landscapes3 May 2012, 1:00 pm
There are no AC plugs near Delicate Arch in Grand County, Utah, where Royce Bair made this night landscape shot. So all of his flashes needed to be battery-powered to illuminate the 20-meter tall formation. Two of his light sources were Norman 400B's, weighing in at 6 lbs and from which he needed a total of 48 pops to make the image. But his Big Gun required only two pops to balance with the Normans. That 110,000 lumen light source weighed about a pound, all-in. And it ran off of a 9-vol... - On Assignment: Trattoria / 36030 April 2012, 1:00 pm
Having eaten at this restaurant often enough to put these guys' kids through college, I recently photographed brothers Gianni (left) and Carlo Morra at one of their three local Italian trattorias. It is a simple picture, but there is much more here than meets the eye. So keeping with last Thursday's talk of photo ecosystems, let's go a little more 360 on this one than just the typical lighting BTS. Read more »... - Thinking Out Loud: Creativity26 April 2012, 4:42 am
As a site that explores photography through the lens of lighting, Strobist is necessarily overweighted in technique. But technique as an end to itself is almost certainly doomed to yield boring, meaningless photos. So today, a short detour to explore the different facets of creativity. Because they are all important, as is recognizing your strengths and weaknesses in each area. Read more »... - Shimada Yohei: Close to Home23 April 2012, 9:20 pm
Photos ©Shimada Yohei By Irwin Wong -- Nara, Japan -based commercial photographer Shimada Yohei’s Workman series involves lit, cinematic portraits of everyday tradesmen at the local level. Today, a look at how he creates the images — and the importance of the self-generated project. Read more »... - Control Flare from Sun, Rim Lights with a Shoot-Thru Gobo19 April 2012, 3:23 pm
Just a quickie today on the whys and whens of using a single, small shoot-thru shade to completely control contrast-killing glare when shooting into backlight. Read more »...
- 14 Amazingly Eye-catching Designs by Piotr Buczkowski15 May 2012, 8:00 am
Piotr Buckzkowski is a Graphic Designer/Illustrator from Poland. She creates simple yet eye catching designs with minimal use of lines and colors. She owns and designs for Heroes Studio, an interactive design studio that creates stunning designs. Get to know more about Piotr in this inspiring interview. Read more... (http://photoshoptutorials.ws/creative-inspirations/digital-art/14-amazingly-eye-catching-designs-by-piotr-buczkowski.html) ... - 27 Superbly Striking Digital Painting by Cowper Wang14 May 2012, 8:00 am
This interview features Digital artist Cowper Wang. He has a brilliant knowledge in ink brush painting and has integrated this skill in his digital artwork. A passionate artist, he built his own studio, Dosomething studio, which is a collaboration of various artists. This interview showcases some of his best works while he shares a little bit about his life and work. Enjoy. Read more... (http://photoshoptutorials.ws/creative-inspirations/graphic-design/27-superbly-striking-digital-painting-by-co... - How to Create this "Into the Wild" Photo Manipulation in Photoshop14 May 2012, 8:00 am
Learn how to create this photo manipulation with this detailed step-by-step walkthrough. You');" href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/photoshoptutorials/new/~3/G70pzGdzu6Y/how-to-create-this-qinto-the-wildq-photo-manipulation-in-photoshop.html" >How to Create this "Into the Wild" Photo Manipulation in Photoshop14 May 2012, 8:00 am
Learn how to create this photo manipulation with this detailed step-by-step walkthrough. You'll learn how to combine a beautiful redhead model with a black raven in a mystical landscape scene. Read more... (http://photoshoptutorials.ws/photoshop-tutorials/photo-manipulation/how-to-create-this-qinto-the-wildq-photo-manipulation-in-photoshop.html) ... - Photoshop Disasters: Best of April10 May 2012, 8:00 am
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Check out this month's top disasters from Photoshop Disasters. This month features images of mutants who've got extra hands and slimmed models! Read more... (http://photoshoptutorials.ws/creative-inspirations/misc/photoshop-disasters-best-of-april.html) ... - 20 Surrealistic Portrait Photography by Rob Woodcox10 May 2012, 8:00 am
Our post for today is a very inspiring interview with Rob Woodcox, a talented photographer from Michigan. His work aims to inspire and give hope to its viewers. Rob is very passionate about photography and people, as can be seen in this interview. Read on and discover a fresh and very inspiring take on photography. Read more... (http://photoshoptutorials.ws/creative-inspirations/photography/20-surrealistic-portrait-photography-by-rob-woodcox.html) ... - Create This Surreal Representation of the Mind Artwork in Photoshop7 May 2012, 8:00 am
Learn how to create a surreal representation of the thoughts of a creative and business minded individual. You');" href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/photoshoptutorials/new/~3/SJPwpLzqByo/create-this-surreal-representation-of-the-mind-artwork-in-photoshop.html" >Create This Surreal Representation of the Mind Artwork in Photoshop7 May 2012, 8:00 am
Learn how to create a surreal representation of the thoughts of a creative and business minded individual. You'll learn how to make objects come out of the womans head and place steampunk objects over the eyes. Read more... (http://photoshoptutorials.ws/photoshop-tutorials/photo-manipulation/create-this-surreal-representation-of-the-mind-artwork-in-photoshop.html) ... - Photoshop Shortcut Stickers Review3 May 2012, 7:12 pm
Want to use Photoshop faster? Shortcut Stickers (http://shortcutstickers.com) sent us their stickers designed to make learning Photoshop hotkeys easier and we’re trying them out on our Mac and PC keyboards. Read this review to see if these stickers can help you learn Photoshop hotkeys faster! Read more... (http://photoshoptutorials.ws/product-reviews/training-resources/photoshop-shortcut-stickers-review.html) ... - 26 Nostalgically Cool Designs by Sean Kane30 April 2012, 8:00 am
This interview is about the life and work of Sean Kane, a talented Graphic Designer based in Adelaide, Australia. His interesting designs are a product of his various inspirations, nostalgia, and a love for classic aesthetics. Here we feature several of hid great designs which we hope would inspire you as well. So let’s get to the interview and get to know more about Sean. Read more... (http://photoshoptutorials.ws/creative-inspirations/graphic-design/26-nostalgically-cool-designs-by-sean-ka... - How to Create an Emotional Soft-Tone Photo Manipulation30 April 2012, 8:00 am
Learn how to create your own emotional photo manipulation! This Photoshop tutorial will show you how to blend a beautify lady with a dreamy background. You will also learn how to make color, lighting, and contrast adjustments to fit everything into this beautiful artwork. Read more... (http://photoshoptutorials.ws/photoshop-tutorials/photo-manipulation/how-to-create-an-emotional-soft-tone-photo-manipulation.html) ... - Quick Tip - Apply Pro Photo Effects with Photoshop CS6's Color Lookup Adjustment26 April 2012, 8:00 am
Did you know you can apply photo effects in seconds with Photoshop CS6? The new Color Lookup adjustment is a great way to quickly add professional photo effects without actions or other adjustment layers. This Photoshop quick tip will show you how you can manipulate this tool to apply awesome film effects to your photos. Read more... (http://photoshoptutorials.ws/photoshop-tutorials/photo-effects/quick-tip-apply-pro-photo-effects-with-photoshop-cs6s-color-lookup-adjustment.html) ...
- 30 minute limit on video capture could end if WTO group gets its way18 May 2012, 10:45 pm
The restriction that limits video recording in digitial cameras to 30 minutes could be abolished if the World Trade Organization's Information Technology Agreement (ITA) is expanded. Several countries, including the USA, have begun informal talks to extend the scope of the ITA to include products that are currently subject to tariffs and duty. At present, digital cameras' video cuts off after 30 minutes to avoid them being classified as video cameras (which attract 5.4% duty). If the video came... - Samsung announces US pricing for Wi-Fi-capable NX20, NX210 and NX100017 May 2012, 5:00 pm
Samsung has announced the US prices for its latest 'Smart' Wi-Fi enabled NX mirrorless cameras, the NX20, NX210 and NX1000. It has also said the NX1000 will be available from June at a price of around $699 with the 20-50mm retractable zoom. The range-topping 20MP NX20 with its electronic viewfinder will retail for around $1099, with the i-Fn version of the 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 kit zoom. The NX210, meanwhile, will cost around $899 with the same lens.... - Sony announces NEX-F3 16MP mirrorless and E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS LE lens17 May 2012, 4:00 am
Sony has announced the NEX-F3 entry-level 16MP mirrorless camera and lightweight 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS stabilized superzoom lens with for the E-mount. The NEX-F3 gains a built-in flash, along with the updated 16MP sensor from its NEX-5N big brother. Its big party trick is undoubtedly its LCD, whose image automatically mirrors when it's flipped up for taking self-portraits. Meanwhile, the E18-200mm F3.5-5.6 LE OSS is a more compact, lighter 11x superzoom lens for the NEX system. Starting in June... - Just Posted: Sony SLT-A37 16MP entry-level fixed-mirror DSLR preview17 May 2012, 4:00 am
Just Posted: Our Sony SLT-A37 hands-on preview. The A37 is Sony's latest entry-level SLT camera - offering DSLR capability in a full-time live view camera. The A37 retains the small body of the original SLT cameras and helps create an easy-to-understand four-model lineup. It gains 1080p24 HD video shooting and features such as lens correction and focus peaking from the more recent SLT models, offering a strong feature set. And, with a recommeded price of $599 with 18-55mm zoom, it's $150 cheape... - Just Posted: Sony NEX-F3 hands-on preview17 May 2012, 4:00 am
Just Posted: our hands-on preview of the Sony NEX-F3. The F3 is Sony's latest entry-level model, replacing the NEX-C3. It's built around the company's second-generation 16MP CMOS sensor, as featured in the NEX-5N and gains a built-in flash. It's also the first NEX to feature a screen that flips all the way into a vertical position, to make it easier to shoot self-portraits. We've been using an F3 for a couple of days - read our hands-on preview to find out what we thought and to see the images ... - Sony launches SLT-A37 16MP fixed-mirror DSLR and 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM lens17 May 2012, 4:00 am
Sony has launched the SLT-A37 entry-level 16MP SLT camera and the enthusiast-grade 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM standard zoom. The A37 is a refreshed replacement for the A35, bringing the entry-level model into line with the rest of the SLT lineup. Meanwhile the 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 SAM lens offers Alpha mount users a more flexible upgrade option over the entry-level 18-55mm without having to stretch to the 16-50mm F2.8. The A37 will be available from June at a cost of $600 with 18-55mm kit zoom. The 18-... - Flickr 'liquid' design finally brings window-sized images16 May 2012, 10:42 pm
Flickr has revised its image viewing pages for the first time in several years - finally letting images expand on larger monitors. The long-awaited feature, which Flickr is calling 'liquid' design, uses the largest image it can to fit your browser window, without ever upscaling. This combines with the latest version of 'lightbox' which shows your images as large as it can on the whole screen. Sadly the best results only come for images uploaded since March 1st 2012, for which 1600 and 2048 pixe... - The Atlantic magazine looks at the Russian space programme today16 May 2012, 12:41 am
The Atlantic's 'In Focus' photo blog has collected a fascinating series of images from the Russian space program. Looking at both Zvyozdny gorodok, the training center just outside Moscow better known as 'Star City,' as well as the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan, the pictures give an insight into post-Shuttle space flight. Astronauts and scientists from different countries train together, as do entrepreneurs preparing for their paid trips into space. The collection uses a variety of ph... - Nikon D800 wins Camera Grand Prix 2012 award and public 'best camera' vote15 May 2012, 7:30 pm
Nikon's D800 has been awarded the prestigious Camera Grand Prix 2012 title and also won the public vote for best camera. The awards, organized by the Japanese 'Camera Journal Press Club' also recognized the Canon EF8-15mm F4L USM as lens of the year. Meanwhile, the editors awards were given to Sony's NEX-7 and the Olympus m.Zuiko 45mm F1.8.... - Fujifilm creates wide-angle adapter and firmware v1.3 for X10015 May 2012, 4:59 pm
Fujifilm has announced the WCL-X100 wide-angle adapter lens for its X100 large sensor, fixed-lens compact. The 0.8x adapter extends the camera's 35mm equivalent field of view out to 28mm equivalent. It is designed to match the X100 in terms of both appearance and quality, sharing the camera's Fujifilm's Super EBC coating and made-in-Japan construction. The WCl-X100 will be available from June at a price of around $350. To enable use of the converter, the company has also issued firmware v1...