Here is our guide to product photography lighting! Product Photography Lighting: Ensuring Realistic Colors and Minimizing Reflections Many products in product photography happen to be very reflective. Jewellery, bottles, glass, and more are hard to photograph. Reflective surfaces will bounce light around in annoying ways. They mess with your lighting setup and cause shadows. You don’t want a reflection of your gear or lights as a distraction! Nothing looks worse than a gorgeous emerald ring with a camera lens reflection in its center....

Here are a few of the most notable young photographers. You’ll find that their work is a great source of inspiration. 20. Young Photographers: Julia Trotti Julia is an Australian portrait and travel photographer. Her work is impossible to ignore. She mainly photographs women in a variety of colorful settings. Her photos are bright, joyful, and full of wonder. A post shared by Julia Trotti (@juliatrotti) on Jul 11, 2019 at 5:28am PDT She also has a YouTube channel....

So, this is a different kind of tool from Lightroom. The question that this review will help answer is whether Topaz Studio is a good choice for you. We’ll look at its features and limitations, then you can decide if it’s a good choice for you. Topaz Studio 2 works as a standalone product. Or it can be a plugin for other editing programs such as Lightroom or Photoshop. You can buy it for a one-time fee and get 15% off if you use the Expert Photographer coupon code EXPHOTO15 on the Topaz Labs website....

By the end of this article, you will understand what focal length is. We start with the scientific definition. It is for photographers who want to understand the inner workings of their cameras and lenses. But the practical implications of focal length are what matters to most photographers. So we will explore how different focal lengths affect the photos we take. [ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links....

1. Environmental Portrait Using Ambient Light You don’t need to have expensive gear to get started in environmental portraiture. Pre-existing ambient light can give you everything you need. Just make sure you know where you are going to photograph. Then you can set the time of the session to take place when the lighting is just right. For example, if you are going for more drama and harsh shadows, photograph your client from midday to late afternoon....

[ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money. Need more info? See how it all works here.] Photography Business Secrets: Go After Your Target Market Before you can get started with any photography marketing efforts, you need to know who your ideal client is. Not everyone can be your client, nor would you want them to be....

[ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money. Need more info? See how it all works here.] 11. Prepare the Owners for the Family Photos With Dogs Session A family photoshoot that features pets needs preparation. If you are shooting for clients, inform them about the session in advance. Find the location and time of the photo session....

To give you an idea of the number one photo editing app, we have put together a list of the best photo editing apps. From the most basic to the more in-depth, you’ll find apps of all kinds below. Whether you are an Android or iOS user, you can use any of the selected apps. When looking for powerful free photo editing apps for social media or personal portfolios, you have many options to choose from....

Nowadays boudoir photography has become a way for a woman (or a man) to get photographs of themselves and embrace their body and sensuality. Check out these great boudoir photography ideas for inspiration! Some images are cropped to conceal the identity of clients. Boudoir Photography Ideas: What Is Boudoir Photography? Boudoir is a French term that means “dressing room”. It has coined the idea of women in their undergarments before getting dressed....

The Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 ED GM is our favorite Sony lens. It’s a brilliant wide-to-standard angle zoom range for full frame cameras. It doesn’t come cheap. But the build quality, optical precision, and features make it a worthy investment for photographers. [Note: ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money....

If you’ve ever lost your digital files, this is a familiar feeling. Maybe you’ve deleted photos by accident. Or perhaps some files have simply disappeared. No matter how it happens, it’s heartbreaking. The story doesn’t need to have a sad and sorry ending, though. There are now many different brands of photo recovery software that can save the day. With the click of a few buttons, you can recover lost photos and deleted files....

Most of us cannot live the beach lifestyle we want, so why not live vicariously through people who do! These photographers eat, sleep and breathe the beach, so who is there better to capture the essence of surfing. As a big extreme sports fan, my Instagram is full of surf accounts. Here is a selection of the best. [Note: ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links....

We’ve compiled a list of the best contemporary portrait photographers. They’re a highly talented group of artists producing some of the finest portrait photography we’ve ever seen. This list is the perfect place to find inspiration to start your own portrait photography journey. Learn from the modern masters so you can create fantastic portraits with your camera. 20 Contemporary Portrait Photographers To Know This list is the perfect place to find inspiration to start your own portrait photography journey....

[ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money. Need more info? See how it all works here.] 25. Airshow Photography: 25 Ways to Get Inspired Preparation is paramount. Checking out other photographers’ work for inspiration is a good way to plan for any shoot. Even Instagram can help! Have a look at the #aviationphotography and #planespotter hashtags to get you started....

Here are 30 of the most popular dance photographers. They will inspire you to go out and photograph people in motion. 30. Dance Photographers: Eva Nys Eva Nys is a 21-year-old photographer from Arizona. Her photos range from atmospheric outdoor shots to intimate indoor portraits. A post shared by Eva Nys (@evanysphotography) on Feb 6, 2019 at 4:58pm PST Nys also does her models’ makeup and hair. This complete control allows her to take images that are delicate and powerful at the same time....

These photography tips will help you guide your couples in your next portrait photo shoot. You’ll help them express their love, whether you’re doing wedding photography, engagement pictures, or just a couple photoshoot for your friends. Couple Poses for a Successful Couple Photoshoot Have Them Wear Coordinating Outfits Your subject’s mindset is aided by what they wear. On top of this, you can tell from the way a person poses and their facial expression if they are comfortable or not....

Our top choice is the Canon EOS Rebel SL3 (also known as the 250D). This may not be the absolute cheapest DSLR available. But it is by far the best value camera for your money. We were blown away by its high-resolution (24.1 MP), 4K video, and fantastic battery life for a great price. [Note: ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money....

There are many different mid range camera models on the market, and it can be difficult to decide which one is right for you. That’s why we’ve put together a list of the 9 best mid range cameras in 2022. These Cameras include a variety of features, so you’re sure to find one that meets your needs. [Note: ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links....

Attractive pictures are the key to driving sales. Whether you have a shop on Etsy, or sell products through an online shop. Product photography can be challenging. Especially when dealing with shiny and reflective objects. But there are several tips and tricks that you can learn to quickly bring you success. Start With Basic Ecommerce Photography Camera A high-resolution camera with interchangeable lenses will always be a powerful ally in your product photography....

1. Become Instagram Famous by Using Instagram as a Social Media Diary to Look More Approachable It is true that Instagram is a great way of showing your work or your photography skills. But it’s more like a social media diary. If you only add those photos that are from your portfolio, the posts will be few and far between. You are free to post as you wish, so take advantage of it....