AI-generated image wins art contest, ‘actual’ artists irate

“Théâtre D’opéra Spatial” took first prize in the Colorado State Fair. It was generated by the image synthesizer Midjourney. Screenshot/Discord/Jason Allen For centuries, innovation has challenged the way society defines art. Artists including pointillism pioneer Georges Seurat and Paul Signac were among the founders of the Paris-based Salon des Indépendants in 1884 who were revolting… Continue reading AI-generated image wins art contest, ‘actual’ artists irate

Best Micro Four Thirds cameras for 2022

Abby Ferguson Best overall Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III Check Price Best for video Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6 Check Price Best for fast moving subjects Olympus OM-D E-M1X Check Price Micro Four Thirds cameras were originally introduced as a lightweight alternative to the bulky DSLR. These interchangeable lens cameras typically have a lower price point, excellent… Continue reading Best Micro Four Thirds cameras for 2022

Fancy Photo Lenses: Do You Really Need Stabilisation, Coatings, and Focusing Motors?

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 all about ultra-fast focusing motors, fancy lens coatings, and image stabilisation—and whether you really need them! Fancy Photo Lenses: Do You Really Need Stabilisation, Coatings, and… Continue reading Fancy Photo Lenses: Do You Really Need Stabilisation, Coatings, and Focusing Motors?

Adventures in the outback: Winners of the 2022 Australian Geographic photo awards

“Head on.” Runner-up in the Threatened Species category. Matty Smith The skeleton of a tree rises towards the Milky Way. Sharks encircle the carcass of a dead whale. Tiny critters search for a snack. These scenes are among the winners and finalists of the 2022 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year awards. They invite… Continue reading Adventures in the outback: Winners of the 2022 Australian Geographic photo awards

Using the magic of reflections to elevate your photography

In Namibia, Marsel van Oosten captures the mirror image of a springbok, pausing to drink at a watering hole in the afternoon light. On a snowy morning on Lake Kawaguchiko, Loic Lagarde captures the perfect reflection of Mount Fuji in the still water. And at Germany’s Rakotzbrücke Devil’s Bridge, Kilian Schonberger photographs a fairytale setting… Continue reading Using the magic of reflections to elevate your photography

Gift Certificates 101: Templates, Ideas, & Pro Tips

Thinking about creating custom gift certificates for your business? Smart choice! Small but mighty, gift certificates are an excellent way… The post Gift Certificates 101: Templates, Ideas, & Pro Tips appeared first on The Shutterstock Blog.

Gaze into the heart of a ‘Phantom Galaxy’

In Webb’s image, the heart of the Phantom Galaxy is on full display. It is a nuclear star cluster. NASA/ESA/CSA There’s a phantom in the neighborhood, and the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) paid it a visit. The European Space Agency (ESA) released a new image of the M74 Phantom Galaxy this week, its majestic… Continue reading Gaze into the heart of a ‘Phantom Galaxy’

Product Photography That Makes the Sale

You need your products to look good to boost sales, but many people struggle with this. Discover product photography tips for your business. The post Product Photography That Makes the Sale appeared first on The Shutterstock Blog.