Blog
Photoville Photography Festival, Sept 12-22, 2019
What makes this photo event so unique is that it’s completely free to the public
“Jay Myself” Is An Insightful Film About Photographer Jay Maisel by Stephen Wilkes
A new film explores a master photographer, who left his unique home in New York City after nearly a half-century.
Photographing When It’s Forbidden
When is it okay to lie to get the pictures you want?
Lewis Hine: Photographing For Social Reform
Learn how this visionary used photography as a documentary tool in order to effect change
Latest News
Nikon Announces Development of Flagship D6 DSLR And Prime Lens, Introduces New Z Lens
Today’s announcements really include just one with product information—the NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S lens
Sony Introduces Two New Mirrorless Cameras And Two New Lenses
Sony's new APS-C Alpha cameras include features found previously only on its pro-level models
Canon Introduces EOS 90D DSLR, EOS M6 Mark II And Two RF lenses
Canon announces new interchangeable-lens cameras and RF full-frame mirrorless lenses
There’s Still Time To Submit For Sony’s Alpha Female Contest For Photographers and Filmmakers
The deadline is August 20, 2019 for photographers and filmmakers who want to enter the Sony “Creator In Residence” competition
Photo News Digest: Andres Gonzalez Receives 2019 Photobook Award, “Heroes of the Sea” And More
Find out what’s happening in the photo world today
Business
Seven Challenges of Photographing Destination Weddings
Wedding photographer Javon Longieliere and wedding industry specialist Kristi Drago-Price share their experiences of shooting weddings around the world
The Enduring Nature Of Black-And-White Photography Books
Why in the 21st century are we still seeing black-and-white photography books?
Gear and Reviews
First Look Review: Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM US Telephoto Lens
Sony’s short telephoto lens includes stunning optics and impressive technology
Adventure-Ready Storage And Backup
Award-winning surf filmmaker Aaron Lieber offers insights for on-location workflow to ensure your images return safely home with you
First Look: Canon EOS RP
Hands on with a light and compact full-frame EOS camera
First Look: Fujifilm X-T30
Although the X-T30 is smaller and lighter than many in its class, it’s still a very capable camera
Technique
Travel Portrait Techniques
Follow these valuable tips when traveling abroad
Adobe Lightroom CC Mobile For Portraits And Candids
Make the most of the mobile version of Lightroom, connect with your subjects and make your potential clients see results in real time
Add Motion To Strobe-Lit Portraits By Dragging The Shutter
This slow-shutter-speed-with-flash technique adds a hint of motion and a lot of interest to portraits and fashion photographs
Portrait Lighting With LEDs
Tips for using constant LED lighting in studio as well as mixing it with natural light (indoors and out)
Lighting Separation Anxiety
Keep the reproduction of your images in mind when shooting stock—or any images—for successful sales
As Numerous As The Stars
Take your astrophotography to the next level with these techniques
