Black and white street photography has a long history, dating back to the 1930s, when Henri Cartier-Bresson roamed the hidden corners of Paris and Walker Evans and Helen Levitt rode the New York City subway. In the following decades, even as color photography began to dominate—first in advertising, then in fine art—pioneering street photographers continued… Continue reading 11 tips for better black and white street photography
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Make a Trendy Double Exposure Effect in Photoshop
What You’ll Be Creating You’ve probably seen this interesting effect of two or more overlapping photos. In this double exposure Photoshop tutorial, we’ll create a trendy double exposure effect from scratch. We’ll use Blending Modes and Clipping Masks in a few steps. But first, let’s get the basics right. What Is Double Exposure? The multiple… Continue reading Make a Trendy Double Exposure Effect in Photoshop
The Insta360 Flow is an AI-enhanced smartphone gimbal
Insta360 Insta360 is best known for its impressive 360-degree action cameras, but they are now entering the smartphone cinematography world with a smartphone stabilizer. The Insta360 Flow, the company’s first smartphone gimbal, also serves as a selfie stick, tripod, and power bank for your phone. It is truly an all-in-one device for capturing footage with… Continue reading The Insta360 Flow is an AI-enhanced smartphone gimbal
The best inkjet printers in 2023
Amazon We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best all-in-one Canon PIXMA G6020 SEE IT An all-in-one with surprising photographic chops. Best overall Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 SEE IT A solid balance of price and performance. Best for photos Epson SureColor P700 SEE… Continue reading The best inkjet printers in 2023
8 photography tips to create stunning photos on a cloudy day
One summer’s day, Costas Kariolis planned to shoot the sunset at Derwentwater jetty in England’s Lake District. But when the time finally arrived, he found only mist and rain, with no sign of the sun’s illuminating rays. Instead of turning back and going home, however, he stayed. “The conditions turned out to be better than… Continue reading 8 photography tips to create stunning photos on a cloudy day
Chrome Camera Sling Niko 3.0 bag review
This is a great option for carrying a body and a lens or two. Stan Horaczek We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › My first outing with the Chrome Niko Camera Sling 3.0 involved a hike. My friend told me it would be… Continue reading Chrome Camera Sling Niko 3.0 bag review
The power of a background in portrait photography
Ever since Irving Penn first started experimenting with white paper backdrops in the 1940s—and later, an old, repurposed theater curtain from the 1950s—portrait photographers have been pushing the boundaries of what backgrounds can look like. Far beyond the scope of the conventional, artists on 500px have found new ways to use traditional studio items—such as… Continue reading The power of a background in portrait photography
Instax Mini 11 review: A fun party trick
The Instax Mini 11 produces tiny instant photos. Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Fujifilm’s Instax line of instant cameras runs the gamut from advanced hybrid digital models to extremely basic point-and-shoots designed to emphasize the simplicity of the format.… Continue reading Instax Mini 11 review: A fun party trick
The best black and white film for 2023
Yang Deng, Unsplash We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best fine grain Fujifilm Neopan Acros 100 II SEE IT A fine grain film for beautiful details. Best for beginners Ilford HP5+ SEE IT An affordable and beginner friendly black and white film.… Continue reading The best black and white film for 2023
The best iPad Air cases in 2023
Stan Horaczek We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best overall Zagg Pro Keys SEE IT Best leather Casemade Leather SEE IT Best for drawing Apple Smart Folio SEE IT The right iPad Air case will do more than simply protect your expensive… Continue reading The best iPad Air cases in 2023