Excire Foto is our top choice for the best photo management software in 2023. It’s a specialist photo management software. And the well-curated tool set takes the sweat out of photo management. It makes a photographer’s life a whole lot easier! [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?...

But with so many SD cards out there, what should you consider? Today, we’ll look at the best SD and microSD cards over a range of budgets. If you’re simply after our top choice, go with a SanDisk Extreme Pro SD card. It’s well-priced, reliable, and has a durable construction. So it’s the best SD card for a budding photographer. [Note: ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links....

10. Landscape Photography Ideas: 10. Slow Down the Shutter with Black Glass You can shoot very long exposure shots on a bright sunny day using one simple trick. Add a round, neutral density filter to your bag. Often dubbed “black glass”, these dark filters are screwed onto the front of your lens. They prevent a great deal of light from entering, with strengths from 3 to 10 stops. This opens up a whole new world of creative possibility....

Most of the time, we can also all agree that those pictures are outstanding. The great thing is that these photos all share similar qualities. You can learn from these and use them to create your own beautiful photography. 12. Create Beautiful Photos By Connecting With Your Subject to Achieve Authenticity Connection is just as important in photography as it is in relationships. You don’t have to be a portrait photographer to make the most of this step....

As we start to see more bunnies in our homes and gardens, bunny photography is becoming more of a trending topic. Owners want to photograph their floppy-eared companions to create treasured memories. Or maybe they want to share them with friends on social media. If rabbit photography is something you want to try, you’re in the right place. We have a load of fabulous tips so you can get the best rabbit photographs....

To some people these things come naturally and they instinctively understand the principles of composition. The have a “good eye”. To everyone else, they must be learned, just like every other photographic skill. Regardless of which kind of photographer you are, there is always room for improvement. Here are a few tips to help you create more pleasing landscapes. 13. Landscape Photography Composition: The Rule of Thirds and Beyond One of the very first compositional lessons most of us learn as beginner photographers is the “Rule of Thirds”....

Either way, camera gadgets can make your photography more interesting. They also make great gifts for photographers in your life! With such a wide range of gadgets, it’s difficult to pick a favorite. But we think that this YONGNUO YN360 LED gadget is a winner. It offers lots of interesting lighting possibilities without the expense and bulk of studio lighting. [ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links....

As poses play a vital role in boudoir photography, every boudoir photographer needs to be prepared for them. In this article, we have an excellent collection of poses you can use in your next shoot. And we have examples to get your imagination firing. We’ll also give you some basic info so you can get started with boudoir photography. What Are Boudoir Poses in Photography? Boudoir photography aims to produce intimate, sensual, and romantic photographs....

You do not have to look for a fast frame-per-second rate, speedy autofocus, or a tracking system. What is important is a high-resolution sensor, the ability to shoot in RAW, and work well in low light. Our top pick is the GoPro Hero11. It combines amazing go-anywhere capabilities with simple time-lapse and hyper-lapse shooting: [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....

But before you start submitting your photos, it’s important to understand the pros and cons of doing so. In this article, we’ll take a look at both sides of the equation so you can make an informed decision about whether or not to submit your work. The Benefits of Submitting Photos To Magazines There is no doubt that having your high-quality work published in a photography magazine has its positives....

Below we list several of the best 35mm film cameras you can still find today! [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 money. Need more info? See how it all works here.] The Best 35mm Film Cameras for Beginners These are our top picks for the best 35mm film cameras for beginners....

The big question is, does the Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L perform in a fitting way for such a prestigious lens? Read our review to find out what we think of this addition to the RF stable. Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM Overview and Specifications Predecessors of this lens include the Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L USM versions I and II. Both of these lenses are known for their signature wide-aperture look, along with their slow autofocus and old design....

Lens distortion is as much a part of photography as taxes are a part of everyday life. Annoying, but something that you have to accept if you want to take pictures. Every lens suffers from lens distortion. High-end lenses will have less distortion than cheap lenses. But because of the physics of light, no lens can produce a perfect, distortion-free image. The good news is that, if you understand lens distortion, you can make it less distracting....

8. Photo Caption App Using the Photos App Don’t feel like using third-party apps to add text to photos? Keep it simple by using your iPhone’s built-in Photos App. Open your picture and tap the Editor button at the bottom of the screen. Next, tap the icon with the three dots to access the Markup Editor. Select the Text tool and double tap the text box to replace the placeholder with your text....

These lenses are wild beasts in the world of camera lenses, due to their huge field of view and strong visual distortions. Some people love them, some hate them. Some consider them to be toy lenses, with no real use other than creating funny and weird-looking portraits. And others see them as a way to make a statement through a distorted but eye-catching image. [ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links....

In this article, we’ll show you how to create the dreamy effect in Photoshop and Lightroom. What Is the Orton Effect? The Orton Effect is a post-processing technique used to add a romantic or mysteriousness look to landscape photography. It’s named after Michael Orton, a Canadian landscape photographer, who introduced a surreal vibe to his photos. To apply the Orton Effect, he shot two or three photographs of the same scene....

The Law of Reflection on a Reflective Surface Before you start photographing shiny objects, you must understand the law of reflection. This concept states that the angle of reflection is equal to the angle of incidence. Okay. So what does this all mean? Incident light is the beam coming from the light source. Once that ray bounces off a surface such as glass or metal, it becomes a reflected light....

Now before I start, let me just say that’s it’s perfectly natural to experiment with many niches when you’re fist starting out, but if you want to start excelling at photography, or even turn it into a career, then it’s best to choose a niche. Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Photography Niche Why is it so important to find a niche? As well as it being easier to personally excel in one niche, rather than many, there’s also marketing....

All you need is a piece of paper or cardboard, and a little bit of creativity. Read on to learn how to remove lens flare using this simple but effective technique. Here’s the magic part of the trick… Take the photo as you normally would but use your hand to block out the sun in the sky. This will probably mean reaching over and holding your camera awkwardly but you’ll have so much light available that you can crank up the shutter speed to account for any camera shake....

Aviation Photography: Before You Get to the Planes Your Kit Just as with aviation itself, one of the golden rules of aviation photography is to come prepared. If you plan to be out in the sun, pack some sunscreen and a hat. Making a day of? Pack a tasty picnic. Wear comfortable shoes, especially at airshows. There is a lot of walking around in aviation photography. Binoculars will help you to prepare for a shot in advance....