“Fat people wear clothes too, and we deserve to see ourselves represented in campaigns.” Those are the raw, unfiltered words of plus-size model and influencer, Sophie Turner. She’s working in an industry which for far too long, said people like her do not belong. But times changed, and so did attitudes. Because of this, the market has opened, and plus-size models are now part of the conversation. But it’s never easy settling into an environment where people still struggle to accept you. However, Sophie, and the many others like her, remain determined to be seen, accepted, and celebrated. In a story that’s seen her rise to superstar status, Sophie shares her experience in an industry that’s been guilty of shaping unhealthy beauty standards.
It seems like we can’t go a single day without hearing that one of the major camera companies is in such bad shape that they are thinking about closing their doors forever. The company in question this time is none other than Olympus. The iconic company that has just celebrated 100 years in the industry is apparently in such a financial mire that the writing may be on the wall for them. If this does indeed happen, it will send shockwaves through the industry. Let’s talk about this after the break.
If you’ve been thinking about buying the Sony A7R IV, but have been wanting to see both real-world reviews like the ones that we do, and lab tests like the ones that the folks over at DXOMARK perform, then today is your lucky day. DXOMARK has announced that the testing on the sensor that can be found in Sony’s latest Megapixel monster is complete. Where does the Sony A7R IV land in their league table? Find out after the break.
The Ricoh GR III continues the GR trend of revolutionizing the way people shoot street photography. How can such a small system pack so much power and impeccable image quality? We answered that question in our official review of the camera. But in this piece, we want to go beyond the specs and focus on those that are using the GR III in the real world – and at a high standard. So we got comfy in our chair, made a cup of homebrew, and started trawling the internet for the best photography shot with the Ricoh GR III – we were not disappointed, and neither will you be.
Whether you like it or not, taking photography seriously means learning a lot of technicalities and terminologies that will help you understand the tools and the process better. In turn, you’ll be able to work with your gear better and take better photos as a result. We know it can be overwhelming for beginners to memorize all of these at once, which is where these handy dandy photography cheat sheets come in! For today, it’s all about the stuff about and related to DSLR photography.
Long exposure photography in itself is not very difficult to master. Anyone can set a camera on a tripod and can slow the shutter speed down low enough to cause some blur in the clouds or rushing water, but do you know how to create captivating images that aren’t the same thing that everyone else is creating? Can you create long exposure images that are otherworldly, and that tell a story? This new long exposure photography guide from Sharon Tenenbaum will teach you how to make images that will blow your mind and will set you apart from the rest. The best part is that for a limited time, you can pick up this tutorial for just $29. Join us after the break to find out more about this deal.
Wildlife and birding photography are growing in popularity, and camera and lens manufacturers are taking note of this as they are releasing more cameras and more lenses that are suitable for these genres. Sony has made cameras with incredible tracking capabilities, and they have also made lenses available that lend themselves well to wildlife photography too. If you have a Sony camera, and you are in the market for a lens that will enable you to take wildlife images easily, this article is for you. After the break, we will share with you three of our favorite Sony lenses that are ideal for wildlife photography.
Back when the Sony a7R IV was announced in the summer of 2019, the Sony lovers waited with anticipation to get their hands on the latest flagship model. Packed with a 61MP full-frame sensor, 15 stops of dynamic range, and a ridiculously fast focusing system, the a7R IV certainly holds its place amongst the boys and girls. Eventually released this September (read our review), Sony shooters have only had a couple of months to put the camera through its paces. But even in such a short amount of time, plenty of photographers have created quality images with Sony a7R IV. And because we’re so selfless and loving, instead of keeping all these great photographers to ourselves, we’re going to share the best of them with you.
Japanese premium camera accessories manufacturer Kenko Tokina has just announced the release of the new Tokina atx-i 100mm f2.8 Macro FF lens, which promises unparalleled versatility for Full Frame Canon and Nikon DSLR users. If you’re looking for a macro lens that will let you get close-focusing capabilities and life-sized reproduction, this could be a new option worth checking out.
Whether it’s for the office, in your home, or with your friends, Christmas parties make fun photo opportunities. They’re perfect for getting extra creative with props, backdrops, lights, and gizmos to get some unique Christmas photos. With today’s photography cheat sheet, we think everyone will surely have a merry good time taking pictures during Christmas parties!