As we turn the corner into 2023, the emerging landscape for photography seems split between mirrorless maximalism, exemplified in the fourth-quarter releases of the FUJIFILM X-T5 and Hasselblad X2D 100C, and the triumphant resurgence of film that has culminated in Leica's re-release of its iconic M6 and an eleventh-hour announcement of an exploratory film camera project from RICOH Imaging's Pentax brand. It's more than a little strange that only two months earlier, Pentax announced its newest camera, the
Posted 02/02/2023
Rob Sylvan shows you how to take your Lightroom Classic workflow on the go. In Part 1 of this two-part series, Sylvan goes over the basic steps to export your Lightroom Classic catalog to make it easier to edit your photos on the go.
0:00 - Introduction
1:37 - Resource Links and Adobe Plans
5:47 - Lightroom Classic On-the-Go Workflow
11:41 - What Is In the Travel Catalog Export?
19:19 - Saved Metadata vs. Exporting the Travel Catalog
20:53 - Customizing Preferences for Exporting the Travel Catalog
23:21 - Exporting the Travel Catalog
33:42 -
by Theanos Nikitas · Posted 02/02/2023
Let’s face it, fashion shows are intriguing, and even if you’re not a fashionista, shooting a runway show can provide a level of excitement akin to photographing that big annual football game or covering the red carpet at a gala event. Fashion shows have, in a sense, become more democratized, thanks to social media and live streaming. Events that used to be limited to the press and buyers can now be easily viewed by anyone with an Internet connection. Still, there’s something very special about attending—and photographing—a live runway show or
by Theanos Nikitas · Posted 02/02/2023
Now that you know the basics of Fashion Week from Part 1 of this article, it’s time to learn about the types of conditions you may face, and the needed gear (and settings) for getting great images.
Shooting Conditions and Gear Requirements
Each venue and runway show is unique. Some shows are well lit, while others may have no professional lighting or minimal illumination (I once shot a show in an historic building where the only
Posted 01/31/2023
Jonathan Jasberg introduces the seven most common photographic elements he uses in his work to create complex images, beyond standard layering. Jasberg also discusses his mental workflow for envisioning a scene.
0:00 - Introduction
2:57 - It’s About Capturing the Moment
8:26 - The Seven Photographic Elements
9:35 - Supporting Characters
16:18 - Frames
22:08 - Colors
26:41 - Reflections
28:19 - Symbols
30:40 - Echoes
33:49 - Shadows
38:16 - Behind the Images
52:27 - Final Thoughts
54:50 - Q&A
Innovative pop-up pod maker Under the Weather has unveiled its latest in a series of protective tents well suited for creatives working in variable weather conditions. Of these tents, the PhotoPod is designed specifically for photographers and videographers to work comfortably while gear remains safe and dry. Meanwhile, with its larger configurations, the
This has been a light week with only a couple of announcements for those into video production. Tascam made a niftier version of its 32-bit handheld audio recorder with the Portacapture X6, and Teradek launched the Prism Mobile, a professional camera-back encoder for 4K HDR streaming.
Tascam Portacapture X6
A handheld audio recorder has been a mainstay of the indie filmmaker's kit for a long while now, and Tascam has always had some
Posted 01/26/2023
“Selecting photos is a different skill than making them,” explains renowned picture editor Mike Davis, in this week’s podcast. This essential understanding forms the core of Davis’s new book, Creating Visual Narratives Through Photography: A Fresh Approach to Making a Living as a Photographer.
Davis approaches this topic with a mix of clarity and candor, to offer deeply engaged yet highly accessible insights about making photos—and making sense of those photos—while also discussing the elusive art of selecting and sequencing pictures and other
Posted 01/26/2023
Jason Rivera discusses creative direction, shooting, and the equipment he uses during indoor and outdoor photo shoots. He explains the benefits of different types of lighting for continuous and strobe photography and how he mixes both styles for his assignments.
0:00 - Introduction
2:06 - Rivera’s Workflow
6:07 - Stella Pro Lights
8:23 - It's not About the Size of the Gear, It's About Being Confident
12:09 - Breaking Down Rivera’s Fashion Shoots
20:48 - How to Work with Clients
24:24 - Tips for Breaking into the Industry
29:10 - Continuous vs
Posted 01/24/2023
Jena Carlin, a commercial food and lifestyle photographer, shows you how to capture campaign-worthy photographs of comestibles. Carlin shares the basics of manipulating artificial light, tethered shooting, and tips for photographing food―all in a beautiful tabletop setting.
0:00 - Introduction
2:01 - Studio setup and ProGrade cards
8:40 - Finding the focal point: Camera settings
14:50 - Using a color checker
16:24 - Photographing honey drizzle
27:30 - Dapple light modifier explained
29:05 - Honey drizzle photos
34:04 -Triggering on camera vs
Posted 01/24/2023
Watch this B&H video, and learn how fine art photographer Anya Anti retouches her surreal and dreamy photos using Adobe Photoshop. Anti shares tips about aspects of her photos such as her workflow, cleaning up her backgrounds, how to deal with facial complexion, and more.
0:00 - Introduction
0:25 - Tip 1
1:26 - Tip 2
3:20 - Tip 3
4:10 - Tip 4
4:48 - Tip 5
5:20 - Final Thoughts
Click here to watch how Anti plans and
Posted 01/21/2023
From camera to computer and everything in between, this class covers all of the ways you can configure your photography situation to build an efficient workflow. From the type of tethering you choose to protecting your gear to powering your shoot to collaborating with others, this class will show you multiple tethered workstations to fit your needs. Topics covered include the AirDirect, Tether Table Aero, ONsite D-Tap battery, and a lot more.
0:00 - Introduction
1:39 - Overview
4:28 - Why Tether?
9:34 - Transfer Image
26:00 - Protect Your
Lots of stuff on the agenda this week—some of which even shocked us! Most relevant to our creative audience is likely the Sony FE 20-70mm f/4 G Lens, a fresh take on the mid-range standard zoom with an extra-wide starting focal length. Apple's surprise launch of upgraded MacBook Pros starring the M2 Pro and M2 Max chips was another big update for anyone in the market for a new
In preparation for the upcoming release of the M.Zuiko 90mm f/3.5 Macro IS PRO lens, OM SYSTEM has released firmware updates for the E-M1 Mark II, E-M1 Mark III, E-M5 Mark III, E-M1X, and OM-5 cameras.
Olympus OM-D E-M1X Mirrorless Camera
According to the release notes, the updated firmware optimizes the AF function of the cameras when the M
Posted 01/19/2023
Chrystofer “Dolo” Davis has become one of the predominant voices of change from Newark, NJ, using his camera to break barriers while uniting a community. We sit down with Davis to talk about the city he loves, the gear he’s passionate about, and the creative vision that motivates him to be involved with literally every aspect of the industry.
0:00 - Introduction
2:05 - Coming Full Circle: Student to Teacher
7:34 - The Difference Between Professional Jobs and Being a Teacher
13:36 - Showing What Newark, NJ, Has to Offer Through Photography/Art