Last month, in “How to Edit and Assess Your Photographs,” Amy Touchette outlined her photo editing process. In this tutorial we take another look at photo editing principles and practices, but from a digital asset management perspective. You’ll learn how to plan your editing, use ratings, and harness the potential of subjectivity to keep your… Continue reading How to Review a Photoshoot : Quick Intro to Digital Asset Management in Lightroom Classic
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How to advise your clients on wardrobe (and why you should)
Between holiday-themed mini-shoots, the changing of the leaves, and cooler weather, autumn is peak photography season for family and portrait photographers. From cozy sweaters and timeless plaids to warm booties and felt hats, it’s also the perfect time for your photography clients to showcase their personal style. During the busy season, advising your clients on… Continue reading How to advise your clients on wardrobe (and why you should)
7 Top Transition Templates for DaVinci Resolve
Transitions: They are the glue that holds it all together. But they’ve got to be just right to work. These 7 top transition templates for DaVinci Resolve offer an array of creative ways to link your visuals and give your project the cohesion it needs. Unique Shape Transitions Wipe the slate clean between images and… Continue reading 7 Top Transition Templates for DaVinci Resolve
12 of the top fine art photographers to follow on 500px
The year was 1902. It was early March, and Alfred Stieglitz had just formed the Photo-Secession, an art movement for photographers. It was snowing in New York City, and Stieglitz and his colleagues were getting ready to open their first exhibition. They were a daring bunch, employing tools like darkroom manipulation and special lenses and… Continue reading 12 of the top fine art photographers to follow on 500px
3 Top After Effects Templates for Thanksgiving Videos
Wherever or however you celebrate Thanksgiving, you’ll likely have family, friends, and food on your mind. Try creating a short video for the occasion with the help of some awesome Thanksgiving-themed After Effects templates. Before you jump in, here are a few fun Thanksgiving-inspired turkey facts to get you in the mood to create! There… Continue reading 3 Top After Effects Templates for Thanksgiving Videos
8 Top Transition Presets for After Effects
Add high-quality, professional transitions to your video, whatever the style! In this article, we cover a mix of our favourite After Effects transition presets available from Envato Elements and Envato Market. Top Transition Presets for After Effects FRACTAL X | 650+ Glitch Pack Featured After Effects Template A huge pack of glitch presets for After… Continue reading 8 Top Transition Presets for After Effects
On-Camera Audio Recording: Mic Placement 101
Microphone placement is critical for capturing high-quality audio. What do I mean by microphone placement? Quite simply, it means where you decide to place the microphone. The goal in microphone placement and pretty much all audio recording is a high signal-to-noise ratio. Signal to Noise Let’s break that down. The signal is the thing you… Continue reading On-Camera Audio Recording: Mic Placement 101
On-Camera Audio Recording: Cases and Accessories
Understanding how microphones work and how to choose a microphone for a particular situation is important. But don’t forget about how to transport them safely. In this tutorial, you’ll learn about cases, how to transport audio gear, and some accessories you might want to have on a shoot. Cases for Audio Gear Transporting audio gear… Continue reading On-Camera Audio Recording: Cases and Accessories
15+ Top YouTube Intro (Opener) Templates for Premiere Pro
Creating a dynamic introduction for your videos has never been easier! If you’re making a new YouTube channel or updating the look of your current one, this handy list can help get you started. In this article we take a look at 15 exciting YouTube openers for Premiere Pro to bring professional motion graphics to… Continue reading 15+ Top YouTube Intro (Opener) Templates for Premiere Pro
Sunrise and Sunset (Environmental Lighting)
Previously in this series, we’ve learnt that environmental light can be seen in a variety of different colours. In this tutorial, we’ll share with you some great tips and tricks for shooting at sunset. From creating a beautiful silhouette to properly exposing your shots, you’ll learn how to light video at sunset to get the… Continue reading Sunrise and Sunset (Environmental Lighting)