According to a survey released by CNBC last year, almost half of Millennial millionaires have 25% or more of their wealth in crypto, with about half owning NFTs. By November, separate research from the Pew Research Center found that 31% of Americans between the ages of 18 and 29 said they’ve invested in, traded, or… Continue reading Why young people are embracing NFTs and crypto
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Tips from a pro: How to improve your insect photography
Cuckoo Wasp. John Hallmén shot this preserved specimen in the studio using a full-frame camera and a Mitutoyo microscope objective with a morfanon tube, mounted on a Nikon PB-6 bellows. He made 178 exposures and later combined them in them in post. John Hallmén This post on insect photography has been updated. It was originally… Continue reading Tips from a pro: How to improve your insect photography
Best Sony lenses in 2022
Abby Ferguson Best overall Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II Check Price Best ultra-wide angle Sony FE 12-24mm f/2.8 GM Check Price Best telephoto Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens Check Price Sony makes some impressive, highly capable cameras, and if you own one, it’s only natural that you want quality Sony lenses… Continue reading Best Sony lenses in 2022
Video: How to Establish Motivated Lighting for Natural Looking Interviews
Lighting plays one of the most prominent roles in the visual aspect of a film—no matter if it is an interview, a music video, or a Hollywood production. Here’s a primer for motivated interview lighting. The post Video: How to Establish Motivated Lighting for Natural Looking Interviews appeared first on The Shutterstock Blog.
How to Reduce Noise in Pictures Using Lightroom Classic
As photographers, we often work in light situations that are… less than ideal. One common way of dealing with low light is to crank up the gain, also called the ISO, on your camera. Unfortunately, the outcome is blotchy, splotchy areas that might distract from an otherwise perfect photo. This image, photographed at ISO 16000,… Continue reading How to Reduce Noise in Pictures Using Lightroom Classic
Hit the road with this fully-functioning, Victorian-era mobile studio & darkroom
With big windows and a skylight, plenty of natural light shines through. Charterhouse Antiques Fancy yourself a photography studio on wheels? What about one with a little history? On Friday, August 5, 2022, a historic, horse-drawn mobile Victorian photo studio goes on auction at Charterhouse in Dorset, England. Related: Going back to film? Here’s what’s… Continue reading Hit the road with this fully-functioning, Victorian-era mobile studio & darkroom
Choosing a Focal Length for Portrait Photography
If you’re a photographer and you’d like to know more about lenses, then you’ll love our free course, What Every Photographer Should Know About Lenses. In this lesson, you’ll learn how to use focal length when making portraits. Picking Lenses for Portrait Photography You can take a photo of anything you like with any lens, but… Continue reading Choosing a Focal Length for Portrait Photography
How to shoot better car photos
Show your whip off with some tasteful motion blur. Mark Elias Many types of creative possibilities are available when photographing cars. You’re proud of your’s and what you may have done to it. But there are good ways and bad to show others the apples and oranges of your eyes. Follow our advice and you’ll be… Continue reading How to shoot better car photos
Best Olympus cameras in 2022
Olympus Best for professionals Olympus OM- E-M1X Check Price The full-sized body balances big lenses nicely. Best for videos Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III Check Price It offers many of the same features as the flagship camera. Best for traveling Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV Check Price It may be small, but it’s no slouch… Continue reading Best Olympus cameras in 2022
Best ND filters for 2022
Stan Horaczek Best overall HOYA Pro ND Filter Check Price Best for cinematography Lee Filters Stopper Check Price Best budget Neewer ND Filter Kit Check Price A quality ND filter (short for neutral density filter) cuts the amount of light coming into the camera without affecting the color or overall appearance of the image. While… Continue reading Best ND filters for 2022