In the world of Licensing, there are certain genres and content types that are considered evergreen content. Evergreen content is content that sells again and again, without becoming outdated or stale in the commercial industry. In order for a photo to sell multiple times, it typically has the potential to fulfill a variety of needs.… Continue reading A guide to creating abstract photography that sells
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Close-up Photographer of the Year: ‘Two of a kind’ challenge winners
Title: Hey, what’s that?. Noelle Bennett The annual Close-up Photographer of the Year competition has announced the winning images of its second themed challenge, “Two of a Kind.” These challenges run outside of the competition itself (which opens for entries later this month). Winning shots from the Two of a Kind challenge run the gamut… Continue reading Close-up Photographer of the Year: ‘Two of a kind’ challenge winners
Make Food Look Yummy!
Who doesn’t enjoy a good meal? Be it teatime or a scrumptious feast, there is barely anyone who does not find solace in a full plate. Now you can exhibit your appreciation of food through your photographs by keeping a few simple, hearty tips in mind. Always try different angles to make your food look… Continue reading Make Food Look Yummy!
Superior Sharpness, Surprisingly Close: Nikon Z 105mm Macro Review
kon’s Z lenses tend to be much sharper than the older optics, an improvement that had me itching to try the system’s first macro lens. The Nikon Z 105mm Macro, formally called the Nikon Z MC 105mm f2.8 VR S, brings a true 1:1 ratio to the company’s full frame mirrorless system. The 105mm can… Continue reading Superior Sharpness, Surprisingly Close: Nikon Z 105mm Macro Review
These Bug Macros Required 8,000 151MP Photos and 86 Hours of Editing
Growing up in a communist country, we had no access to or real knowledge of the outside world. With the information that we now take for granted tightly controlled, we were living in a bubble. When communism ended, my entire concept of what the planet and all living things were all about changed quickly and… Continue reading These Bug Macros Required 8,000 151MP Photos and 86 Hours of Editing
This Woman’s Entire Business is Based on Close-Up Photos of Eyes
A photographer in Florida has fulfilled her dream and has launched a photo studio with one specific purpose: to capture macro shots of customers’ eyes. Gia Gioe started her photography career through portrait and event work, eventually diving into weddings and engagements, but never taking the plunge to pursue it full-time. Following her divorce, Gioe… Continue reading This Woman’s Entire Business is Based on Close-Up Photos of Eyes
Venus Optics Laowa 85mm f/5.6 is the world’s smallest 2x macro for full-frame
The Laowa 85mm f/5.6 macro will be available in Leica M, Sony E, Nikon Z and Canon R mounts. Venus Optics Venus Optics has announced the Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO lens as the smallest 2x macro lens currently available for the full-frame market. What’s significant about the lens is that it’s a… Continue reading Venus Optics Laowa 85mm f/5.6 is the world’s smallest 2x macro for full-frame
Laowa 85mm f/5.6 Review: The Smallest 2x Macro Packs a Big Punch
The new Venus Optics Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Macro lens is one of the smallest macro lenses that I’ve ever used for a full-frame sensor. It is even smaller than the Laowa 50mm f/2.8 2:1 for Micro Four Thirds, and that’s no mean feat! The reason for a small f/5.6 lens is that very few… Continue reading Laowa 85mm f/5.6 Review: The Smallest 2x Macro Packs a Big Punch
How to Shoot Macro Photos with Regular Lenses and Extension Tubes
Macro photography works well with conventional lenses and inexpensive extension tubes. The combination achieves 0.3x to 0.5x magnification. Depth of field is much greater with these moderate magnifications than at the 1x magnification possible with macro lenses. I have superb 90mm and 105mm macro lenses which I use to photograph bees. But often I want… Continue reading How to Shoot Macro Photos with Regular Lenses and Extension Tubes
Bug Photographer of the Year Under Fire for Drugging His Subjects
Macro insect photographers are up in arms this week after the title of “Bug Photographer of the Year” was awarded to a photographer who drugs his subjects for his ultra-close-up photos. Last Thursday, the Buglife Bug Photography Awards put on by the photo contest organizer Photocrowd announced the winner of its Bug Photographer of the… Continue reading Bug Photographer of the Year Under Fire for Drugging His Subjects