How to Light Video Scenes on a Budget

In this tutorial, we’ll be looking at some tips and tricks we can employ on set, in order to get the best out of our lighting tools that we have on hand, when creating content on a budget. First up, let’s talk about clean plates and taking the extra time and effort on set to… Continue reading How to Light Video Scenes on a Budget

11 tips for better black and white street photography

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

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 best budget tripods in 2023

Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best lightweight SLIK Sprint PRO III Travel Tripod w/SBH-100 Ball Head SEE IT This SLIK tripod is lightweight and travel friendly. Best for video NEEWER 2-in-1 Aluminum Alloy Camera Tripod SEE IT Best for… Continue reading The best budget tripods in 2023

Noa Mar’s Mysterious Self-Portraits Contain Hidden Meanings

We explore how photographer Noa Mar finds inspiration in nature and the candid expressions she captures in her self-portraits. The post Noa Mar’s Mysterious Self-Portraits Contain Hidden Meanings appeared first on The Shutterstock Blog.

Meet the 500px Global Photography Awards Landscape Category Winner

The 2022 500px Global Photography Awards was created for the photography community to provide them a chance to showcase their skill and be rewarded for it. The second edition of the competition consisted of six categories: Technical, Storytelling, Commercial Content, Documentary, Fine Art, and Landscape. Today on the blog, we’re talking with the winner of… Continue reading Meet the 500px Global Photography Awards Landscape Category Winner

Women in Photography Photo Walk

In recognition of Women’s Month, the Women in Photography Photo Walk event was held on March 25th in Orlando, FL. The event welcomed more than 50 guests to network and foster an encouraging atmosphere for female photographers. Although the event attracted a diverse crowd of supporters of all genders and ages, it focused on empowering… Continue reading Women in Photography Photo Walk

Venus Optics announces a 28mm f/1.2 lens for four mounts

The new Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2 FF is the fastest 28mm out there. Venus Optics Third-party lens manufacturer Venus Optics may not be as well known as the likes of Sigma or Tamron. Nevertheless, the company makes some quality lenses that are typically much more affordable than first-party offerings. That’s in part due to the… Continue reading Venus Optics announces a 28mm f/1.2 lens for four mounts

How to Make Cuts to Music Tracks to Fit Your Edit Decisions in DaVinci Resolve

Get started with DaVinci Resolve with our free course DaVinci Resolve Beginner Tutorial | Free Video Editing. You’ll learn how to set up your project, import footage, edit the best takes, and much more. In this tutorial I’ll show you how to cut up and adjust your music track so it fits well with your footage… Continue reading How to Make Cuts to Music Tracks to Fit Your Edit Decisions in DaVinci Resolve

The best color film of 2023

Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best for portraits Kodak Portra 400 SEE IT Get beautiful skin tones with this film. Best for landscapes Kodak Ektar 100 SEE IT Bring out the most of your landscape photos. Best color slide… Continue reading The best color film of 2023