This is a fantastic piece of equipment for any photographer to have. It works as an external lens and is very versatile. In this article, you will learn how to take great crystal ball photography. [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 Is Photojournalism? If you want to know how to become a photojournalist, first you need to know what photojournalism means. A photojournalist tells news stories through images. Your job is to bring those stories to the people. You’ll inform them on local or global events and it’s all about delivering as quickly as possible. Photojournalism can be both entertaining and informative. What makes it different from other genres is that a photojournalist has to capture reality as well as possible....

I still remember the panic rising in my throat after taking my first formal group photo. It was a team photo for a local sports program. And the back row turned out blurry. I had no idea why. I’ve since learned that the answer is both a camera focus trick and a lesson in aperture. [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....

Using Photoshop displacement maps can add a new dynamic to how text and graphics look when added to a photo. If you simply add text on a new layer and use the Normal blend mode, it will appear quite separate from the photo. Applying text or graphics using Photoshop displacement mapping makes the additional layer look more like it belongs in the image. Our Displacement Map in Photoshop Tutorial Step 1....

This artificial intelligence art generator may change the way you create. What is Midjourney? Midjourney is a research lab that explores new mediums of thought. Their goal is to expand the imaginative powers of the human species. What we are talking about here is Midjourney’s interactive bot. It uses machine learning to create pictures based on text. A bot is an autonomous program on the internet or another network that can interact with systems or users....

When done right, astrophotography produces awe-inspiring results. These will impress your friends and strangers who view your portfolio. [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.] Setting Up for Milky Way Photography Photographing the Milky Way is about 20% technique, 30% gear, and 50% preparation....

If you want to know why this hefty piece of glass is always attached to my camera, you’ll want to read the rest of my review. Then you’ll know if the Sigma 85mm f/1.4 Art is something you want to invest in. Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Overview and Specifications The Sigma Art line was designed for artists who value unbeatable expressive performance over compactness and multifunction. As expected, the Sigma Art series offers a premium image quality with a maximum aperture of f/1....

Lauren Lim of Photography Concentrate knows this, so she created an ebook, ‘Simple Wedding Photography’. Read on to find out if it’s for you. Photography Concentrate’s Simple Wedding Photography Capture beautiful, timeless wedding photos with ease using this comprehensive wedding photography guide. [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....

Filters for Digital Cameras UV Filter We can’t see UV light, it’s invisible to us. But then, why would we want a UV lens filter? It’s because our cameras can see what our eyes can’t, including UV light. This UV light often appears as a haze, which we really don’t want. In actuality, this is a problem that affects film shooters, and rarely digital shooters. Digital sensors are much less sensitive to UV light....

Newborn portraits are about capturing this beautiful moment before the child grows up. Soon enough they will start asking for pocket money and borrow the car. What is Newborn Photography? Newborn photography is a genre that focuses on capturing newborn babies. It is the only area of photography where the photographer needs to have the well being of the subject as the main priority. Safety is key. The great thing is, you will have parents who can act as your assistants, holding and posing the baby....

Bikes grant photographers the opportunity for one-of-a-kind imagery with a fresh aesthetic. Here is our guide on how to bring out the best in your motorcycle photography! Equipment for Motorcycle Photography What Kind of Camera Do You Need for Motorcycle Photography? You want a fast camera, with reliable focus, and a decent number of megapixels. A camera that has a speedy fps (frames-per-second) is best. For indoor work, cameras that have low light capability are essential....

With the right skills and some practice, you could make your travel photography hobby into a full-time job. In this article, we have organised our knowledge base on travel photography. Read on to find out how to become a travel photographer. What Is Travel Photography? Travel photography is the act of photographing while travelling. The goal is to capture the locations you visit and the adventures you experience. It is a combination of different genres....

What is AI and an AI Camera? Artificial intelligence is the name for computer programs that use machine learning. AI is a sort of computer vision. In terms of what an AI camera is, it is a type of computational photography. It consists of the real-time processing of data to make decisions. Its systems are complex algorithms where the machine learns from its previous mistakes. Simply put, artificial intelligence attempts to simulate the process of human intelligence....

10. Photography Mistakes: Closing the Blinds or Curtains Sunlight is your friend! Since real estate photos are meant to draw people to the property, making sure that the room looks bright and full of sunshine is a great way to do that. Closed curtains or blinds will only make the space feel dark and cold, either because of a lack of light or because it will be full of flash lighting....

7. What Type of Flash Can You Use for the Bounce Technique with Bounce Flash? Pop-up flashes can’t be used for the bounce technique (excluding some bounce cards) because those built-in flashes are fixed to digital cameras. To use bounce flash, you’ll need a hot shoe flash with an adjustable head. Most hot shoe flashes allow you to move the head to redirect the light. Some will have a wider range of motion than others....

7. Club Photography: Grab a Camera With Low Light Capabilities The camera you’re going to want to look for is one that does well in low light. There are other factors that also matter, such as megapixel number. But low light capability is the most important for this line of work. Look for models that have less noise at higher ISO levels and sensitive sensors that do well in difficult lighting situations....

Well, the Fujifilm X-T200 aims to tackle this head-on by providing ease of use and image quality to make you want to use it. This review specifically considers one area that Fujifilm clearly thinks is one where the standalone camera can still compete—vlogging. Read on to see if they’ve succeeded in this aim. Fujifilm X-T200 Overview and Specifications Built around Fujifilm’s X-mount system, its heart is a 24-megapixel APS-C cropped sensor....

Grunge Photography Photoshoot Choosing the right subject for your grunge pictures is important. You don’t want anything too happy or sunny. Your aim is to manipulate dark feelings with your dark photography. Old things make great subjects. Try photographing: Decades-old broken cars, Rusting old machinery, Dilapidated buildings, Winter trees and forests, People. Urban exploration will often provide loads of great grunge photoshoot locations when you’re looking for them. You may not notice them so readily unless you have your mind fixed on creating edgy photos....

Even if you’re shooting on your own, a storyboard can be a valuable tool to help you define your vision. Here are some tips on how to create a storyboard for photography. Creating a Storyboard for Photography A storyboard contains information about the scene, location, and description of any action taking place. It also has information about camera equipment or techniques that will be required. It’s made up of a number of squares with illustrations or pictures representing each shot....

Resize Photos for FaceBook to Avoid How FaceBook Ruins Your Images Facebook is still hugely popular social media platform. An estimated 350 million images are uploaded to Facebook every day! That is a ton of data for Facebook to load. To cope with it, it compresses images to reduce the file size, and the bandwith used. This results in what is called compression artifacts. In photography, an artifact in a noticeable distortion in digital media....