Leica The Leica Q2 is one of the brand’s best-selling cameras. It’s easy to see why, with its fixed 27mm f/1.2 lens, rugged design, and full-frame image quality, it’s a great companion to take anywhere. Since its launch in 2019, there have been a number of limited edition variations, most recently the Leica Q2 “007”… Continue reading The latest limited-edition Leica Q2 comes wrapped in ‘iridescent’ black & gold fabric
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5 Projects That Can Benefit Most from A+E Editorial Video
Let’s take a look at 5 styles of content that can benefit most from using editorial video. And how to incorporate them in your next project. The post 5 Projects That Can Benefit Most from A+E Editorial Video appeared first on The Shutterstock Blog.
50 Top Lightroom Preset Packs for Instant Image Filters and Photo Looks
In this article we showcase a selection of top Lightroom presets for portraits, landscapes, black-and-white, film, weddings, fashion and editorial, and special effects. All of these presets are included with an Envato Elements subscription. Within each category we’ll profile the best Lightroom presets available on Envato Elements. You can download all of these and millions… Continue reading 50 Top Lightroom Preset Packs for Instant Image Filters and Photo Looks
Nikon’s new 17-28mm f/2.8 is a compact & affordable ultra-wide for Z-mount
Nikon Nikon continues expanding out its Z line of mirrorless lenses with sensible, well-priced options. As a follow-up to January’s Nikon Z 28-75mm f/2.8, the newly-announced Nikon Z 17-28mm f/2.8 adds an ultra-wide perspective to the company’s affordable f/2.8 series of zooms. And at just under a pound, it’s a lightweight option, fitting nicely on… Continue reading Nikon’s new 17-28mm f/2.8 is a compact & affordable ultra-wide for Z-mount
Tips to build a great landscape photo
In 2006, Edward Steichen’s 1904 picture of a pond in Westchester County, New York, bathed in moonlight, fetched a whopping $2.9 million at Sotheby’s. In 2011, Andreas Gursky’s photograph of the Rhine river sold for $4,338,500 at Christie’s. And in 2020, even at the height of the pandemic, an Ansel Adams print, created at Grand… Continue reading Tips to build a great landscape photo
How to unlock your smartphone camera’s best hidden features
Jeff Carlson What could be more fundamental to photography today than our smartphone cameras? They’re ever-present, ready in moments, and the technology behind them makes it easy to capture great photos in most situations. And yet, I regularly encounter people who are unaware of many of the core functions of the built-in camera app. Smartphone… Continue reading How to unlock your smartphone camera’s best hidden features
How to Hire a Professional Makeup Artist for Photo and Video Shoots
Hiring a professional makeup artist for the first time can be a little intimidating, but having a pro on your shoot can make a big difference to how your photos turn out. In this photography makeup tutorial, you will learn about the benefits of using a makeup artist, how to communicate with them and your… Continue reading How to Hire a Professional Makeup Artist for Photo and Video Shoots
How to Make an Animated Video for Your Podcast Using an Audio React After Effects Template
Podcasts have seen such an uptick in popularity, and with many spending more time at home in the current climate, there’s the potential for even bigger audiences than usual. Here we’ll take a look at how you can add an audio visualiser to your podcast audio, why you might want to do that, and a… Continue reading How to Make an Animated Video for Your Podcast Using an Audio React After Effects Template
Ephemeral auroras and playful galaxies: these are the Astronomy Photographer of the Year winners
“Back to the spaceship,” runner-up, People & Space category. © Mihail Minkov An aurora dances, illuminating the night sky. The Milky Way stretches across snowy mountain tops. An abstracted view of the sun and moon. These images and more make up the winning cohort for this year’s Astronomy Photographer of the Year awards, which are… Continue reading Ephemeral auroras and playful galaxies: these are the Astronomy Photographer of the Year winners
How to Add Text to Videos Using Premiere Pro
Just about every film and video project involves adding text. Here’s how you can do that quickly and easily in Adobe Premiere Pro. What Text Might You Add to a Film? Even the simplest video can benefit from adding words on screen. Here are a few common ways to use text. Titles: these are usually… Continue reading How to Add Text to Videos Using Premiere Pro