What Is Model Mayhem? Once you start doing portraiture or fashion photography, you’ll be hearing about Model Mayhem a lot. If you’re not sure what it’s about, it’s a one-stop online shop for all sorts of photo shoot talents. Everyone from regular enthusiasts to professional photographers uses the website to look for: Models Photographers Makeup artists Hairstylists Wardrobe Retouchers Artists/painters Publications Casting Directors Event Planners Advertisers Filmmakers Body Painters Clothing Designers Approved Agencies Digital Artists...

Nikon Z7 Overview and Specifications This shows up in the editing phase, with more megapixels equalling better editing control and a reduced loss of quality! You can crop in very close and still retain a very high-quality image. The mirrorless cameras have been truly excelling at this. The Nikon Z7 Mirrorless does have its own individual mount and lens line. It has a 17% larger internal diameter than Nikon’s F mount and can reach maximum apertures as wide as f/0....

[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.] Prime Vs Zoom Lenses: A Comparison of Prime Lenses So what is a prime lens exactly? Do prime lenses zoom? As I stated above, prime lenses have a constant focal length. In other words, they don’t zoom....

The Canon EF 16-35mm f/4.0L tops our list. It’s a wide-angle zoom with beautiful image quality. It uses Canon’s latest AF system for smooth and quiet focusing. And it has reliable optical stabilization. It’s a brilliant wide-angle Canon lens. [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. Need more info?...

iPhone Lens: Black Eye Pro Cinema Wide G4 Black Eye’s fisheye lens may look simple, but it has one of the best quality optics on this list. Its multi-element lens minimizes ghosting and ensures sharp-looking photos. This tiny gadget also includes a hood. This hood lessens glare that most wide-angle options suffer from. With a tried and true clip-on design, the G4 can fit any type of phone from iPhone to Samsung and Pixel....

Which tool is better? Which one should you use? Which one will make your images even better? In short, saturation enhances colors. And vibrance is its subtler counterpart. But there is more to these tools than definitions. We’ll show you the differences between the two and how to make your photographs stand out even more. Vibrance vs Saturation: What Do They Mean? Saturation affects color intensity and enhances every color in an image....

Sometimes the best way to capture such a day is by thinking outside of the box. This is where fine art wedding photography fills the gap for those that want their day to be represented with more story to it. But what really is fine art wedding photography? Let’s find out. What is Fine Art Wedding Photography? The definition of “fine art” is a contentious topic in the art world....

The lead room principle in photography is a simple but essential part of compositional technique. It is used in portraiture, fashion, boudoir, event, and wedding photography. What Is Lead Room in Photography? Lead room is the negative space ahead of where the subject of an image is facing. This leads to a well-composed and visually appealing picture. You will also notice lead room in filmography. When a character is looking to the right, they are placed on the left side of the frame....

What the Camera Controls This may seem like a silly point to talk about because we all know that the camera covers exposure, namely aperture, shutter speed and ISO. What we don’t often consider is that it also covers a lot more. You have the ability to alter the way your camera looks at the scene with the metering modes and focus points; how it takes a photo with the burst mode, focus points and focus mode; and also how much light it lets in with the exposure compensation....

Our favorite selection has got to be the VANGUARD VEO 2. This is thanks to its professional features, build, and functions, all available for a low price. For Monopods, we love the Benro Adventure 3 Series. Its exceptional max weight and simplicity earn it a place at the top. [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....

To help you search for the best food photography backdrops, we list 10 of the best options you can buy online. They come in various materials and styles, so you have many quality options! Check out our buying guide at the end of the article if you need help choosing the best food backgrounds. [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 work with real ice cream and frozen products, you only have a few minutes to nail the shot. But there are several food styling tricks you can use to get the perfect ice cream pictures. Read our article for the best ice cream photography secrets. [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....

The Manfrotto Befree Advanced camera tripod is the best video tripod. The fluid head gives you smooth and steady panning. It has two handles for complete control of your video camera. And it can support cameras and equipment up to 14.6 lb (6 kg). It’s the best tripod for videographers. [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’re looking for inspiration for your next photo manipulation masterpiece, you’re in the right place. Here are some surreal photo manipulation ideas with examples that will ignite your imagination. [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. Need more info? See how it all works here.] What Are Photo Manipulation Ideas?...

Today, I’m bringing you the best photography lighting courses I have reviewed on ExpertPhotography so far. [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. Need more info? See how it all works here.] 1. Lighting 3 by SLR Lounge The best lighting course I’ve reviewed in the past few months is SLR Lounge’s ‘Lighting 3 – Advanced Off-Camera Flash’....

Even a small tripod will make a difference. A tripod frees your hands and stabilizes the camera for video and long-exposure photography. Here are our picks for the best iPhone tripod to buy in 2021! [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....

The worst feeling in the world is holding a camera with a dead battery. You might own the most expensive digital camera in the world, but it is useless without a battery. So what about off-brand batteries? Are they safe to buy? Do they work? Let’s find out! The BM Premium LP-E6NH batteries are the best for Canon users. Keep reading to find out more about third-party camera batteries. [ExpertPhotography is supported by readers....

There are some essential techniques you must know for ocean photography. What Sets Ocean Photography Apart? Ocean photography is different from landscape photography. It’s somewhat different from classic seascape photography too. The reason is the ever-moving body of water. Long exposure, for instance, has a bigger impact on ocean photography than on regular landscape. It smooths a more significant part of the picture (water). This way, it is affecting the complete look and feel of the image....

Our top pick provides good value, high specifications, onboard memory storage, and VR mode: [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. Need more info? See how it all works here]. Drones Under $200: What is the Best Option? We’ll look at the features of each of our choices in detail....

Why Horizon Placement is Important When a frame is divided by a single, dominant line, more often than not this is due to a Horizon. They’re fairly common in outdoor photography, particularly landscapes. If the photo is of nothing particularly interesting, this line can become the dominant part of the photo for the way it separates the frame. Where to Place the Horizon and Why? Firstly, I think it’s important to realise where you don’t want to place the line, and that’s directly in the middle of the frame....