Photography For Beginners

When is a “nifty-fifty” not a fifty? When it’s the Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2. On their APS-C cameras, this comes in at about 53mm. And that is a great standard lens. Like other popular 50mm lenses, this one is pretty fast, light, and affordable. It should certainly open up the…

Whether they are taken in the deepest ocean or a swimming pool, underwater images are breathtaking. And the best thing about being an underwater photographer? Knowing your work has such a powerful effect on those who view it. But underwater photography is not the easiest niche to explore. It may…

The Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L is the premium portrait prime lens for Canon’s mirrorless cameras. It is a pro-level lens, and as such, you can expect both exquisite quality and a hefty price. All Canon’s L-series lenses are weather and dust-sealed to protect them from the hard use dished out…

At first glance, the Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS lens looks like every lens you see at a sports game or photo-op. It has the distinctive white/beige color and red ring. But Canon have embraced the opportunities offered by mirrorless cameras and their RF-mount. The result is a completely new…

Aerial photographers use drones, a high vantage point or even aircraft to capture scenes from above. Aerial photography provides an opportunity to see a scene from an unusual perspective. You may also see details you may not have known existed! Whether you shoot from above or use a drone, this…

Street photography quotes are a great way to find out how and why photographers capture the streets. Some of these quotes come from famous street photographers. Other quotes come from photographers whose words resonate with my own ideas and thoughts. Here are the best 25 street photography quotes. Enjoy! ‘The…

The Fujifilm X-T200 lives in a tricky market segment. As smartphone cameras get better by the year, they challenge the very existence of cameras. This is especially true for cameras that belong in the entry-level bracket. What can a camera offer that your phone can’t? Fujifilm aims to tackle this head-on…

Travel photography is one of the most exciting types of photography you can pursue. Combining two of life’s great pleasures—exploring new lands and taking photographs—is a thrill any photographer would enjoy.  While travel photography is open to anyone with the drive to get up and hit the road, there are…

There are many reasons to make an image black and white in Photoshop. Monochrome photos highlight lines, light, and shapes. Color can sometimes be distracting or dull. Also, we see the world in color. A photo in black and white is a welcome change. It draws our attention to different aspects…

Knowing how to change the aspect ratio in Lightroom is a great skill to know. That’s because photographers love to share our work with others through print or social media. But it’s often hard to guess what the viewer will see. Sometimes the edges of the photograph are cropped off…

If you’re looking to give your photos a classic, old-school feel, you can do so by adding a sepia filter in Photoshop. This simple step will add an antique look to your images that can be really appealing. Here’s how to do it. Using a Sepia Filter in Photoshop Converting…

Photoshop, without a doubt, is one of the most widespread photo editing programmes out there. From beginners to professionals, every photographer has tried to master it. That begs the question: How do you use Photoshop? Learning Photoshop in one sitting is impossible and can wear you down. It is a…