Broad and Short Lighting in Photography: A Simple Guide

The post Broad and Short Lighting in Photography: A Simple Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by John McIntire. What is broad lighting in portrait photography? And what is short lighting? Understanding the differences between these two studio lighting patterns can be difficult, especially when you’re just starting out. But they’re… Continue reading Broad and Short Lighting in Photography: A Simple Guide

8 Chocolate Photography Tips for Mouthwatering Images

The post 8 Chocolate Photography Tips for Mouthwatering Images appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Ana Mireles. Do you want to do chocolate photography that looks elegant, beautiful, and mouthwateringly delicious? If you’ve ever tried to photograph chocolate, you probably realize that making it look good is not an easy task… Continue reading 8 Chocolate Photography Tips for Mouthwatering Images

The Essential Guide to Photographing Birds in Flight

The post The Essential Guide to Photographing Birds in Flight appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Bruce Wunderlich. If you want to photograph birds in flight like a pro, then you’ve come to the right place. As a longtime bird photographer, I’ve spent countless hours tracking birds through the viewfinder, dealing… Continue reading The Essential Guide to Photographing Birds in Flight

Beauty Dish Photography: The Essential Guide (+ 5 Lighting Setups)

The post Beauty Dish Photography: The Essential Guide (+ 5 Lighting Setups) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Gary Detonnancourt. The beauty dish is one of my absolute favorite light modifiers – but it can be intimidating for beginners, and can even confuse serious portrait shooters. That’s why, in this article,… Continue reading Beauty Dish Photography: The Essential Guide (+ 5 Lighting Setups)

The Lightroom Masking Tool: A Guide to Lightroom’s New Masking Features

The post The Lightroom Masking Tool: A Guide to Lightroom’s New Masking Features appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Ringsmuth. In October 2021, Adobe rolled out a software update that included a revolutionary approach to Lightroom masking. Previously, Lightroom had offered a basic but highly useful set of masking options,… Continue reading The Lightroom Masking Tool: A Guide to Lightroom’s New Masking Features

Polarizing Filters: What Are They and Why Do You Need One?

The post Polarizing Filters: What Are They and Why Do You Need One? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Darren Rowse. What is a polarizing filter? And what makes polarizers so special? In this article, I’m going to tell you everything you need to know about polarizers. I’ll explain what they… Continue reading Polarizing Filters: What Are They and Why Do You Need One?

See the New Lightroom Masking Tool in Action [Video]

The post See the New Lightroom Masking Tool in Action [Video] appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. In October, Adobe unveiled several revolutionary updates to its local adjustment tools in Lightroom, including a new Masks panel, several AI-driven masking tools, and a revamped masking workflow. But while these updates… Continue reading See the New Lightroom Masking Tool in Action [Video]

Burst Mode: What Is It, and How Should You Use It?

The post Burst Mode: What Is It, and How Should You Use It? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Megan Kennedy. Do you want to capture action shots of kids running, birds flying, sports players dunking, split-second moments on the streets, and more? Well, you can – if you know how… Continue reading Burst Mode: What Is It, and How Should You Use It?

Infrared Photography: How to Get Started (Beginner’s Guide)

The post Infrared Photography: How to Get Started (Beginner’s Guide) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Nisha Ramroop. Do you want to capture haunting infrared pictures like the ones featured above? Well, you can – and it’s not even hard. Infrared photography is an easy technique that can give you breathtaking,… Continue reading Infrared Photography: How to Get Started (Beginner’s Guide)

7 Macro Food Photography Tips (for Eye-Catching Shots!)

The post 7 Macro Food Photography Tips (for Eye-Catching Shots!) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Rick Ohnsman. When your objective is to communicate that your subject is tasty and delicious, macro food photography might be just the technique you need. And sometimes, it’s not so much about the appeal to… Continue reading 7 Macro Food Photography Tips (for Eye-Catching Shots!)