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If someone gave me a dollar for every time that I’ve heard someone say “I’m a natural light photographer,” there would be enough extra money in my bank account that I can probably afford to take off three months out of each year to just travel for the fun of it. To the uninitiated, the proclamation that one only shoots in natural light may sound like a badge of honor, but to most working professional photographers, this concept is confounding at best, and downright ridiculous at worst. Be that as it may, there is a growing legion of photographers that have embraced this “natural light only” mantra, due either to their inexperience with utilizing lighting equipment, or out of some misguided notion that the “natural light look” is somehow superior. What if I were to tell you that all light, natural or otherwise, behaves identically regardless of the source, provided that you are photographing someone on planet Earth? If you understand principles of lighting and how it behaves, you can make artificial light sources look like natural light, and turn day into night, or vice versa. Being able to shoot 24 hours a day means that I can adapt to the needs of my clients as well as challenges posed by mother nature, which translates to more billable hours and more income. Sounds a lot better than only being able to photograph client work while the sun’s out, doesn’t it?
Last time we put the spotlight on the works of Kilian Schönberger, we were in awe of his landscape photos that seem straight out of a fairytale. But, apart from these stunning sets, the Cologne-based landscape and architecture photographer has also snapped some unique forests and the equally fascinating imagery they create. Among his series that shows this is Deadpole, which features his long-term project of monitoring the spruce forests along the borders of Germany, Austria, and Czech Republic.
Among the goals of landscape photography is to capture scenes as sharply detailed as possible, with colors and contrast that make the pictures pop. While some may argue that this can be achieved in post-process, Tom Mackie of Landscape Photography iQ explains to us in a quick video which filters can get the job done quicker in-camera.
If you have been thinking about buying a Fujfilm camera pay attention. Fujfilm have decided to hit the discount switch at their HQ and their very best cameras are now on sale. These camera deals are incredible. The Fujfilm X-H1 w/battery grip has dropped to $1,299. The X-T3 is now $1,399, and the outstanding Fujifilm X-T20 can be picked up with a lens for $799! The workhorse Nikon D750 is at it’s lowest ever price at $1,296.95, and the Canon 5D Mk iV has a discount of $500! There are also deals on Lightroom presets and Photoshop actions, guides, tutorials and more. Check out all of the deals below.
Ever since the Nikon z6 and Z7 were launched in late 2018, it seems as though manufacturers are scrambling to produce the fastest prime lenses that they can. The latest manufacturer to apparently be getting in on this is Chinese manufacturer Yongnou. Known for their ultra cheap lenses, it seems as though they are are stepping up their game by testing out a potential E Mount 50mm f1.0 lens. But why? Do we really need ultra fast glass? After the break we have a video that shows the alleged lens in action. Come check it out.
If you’ve been wanting a quick and easy way to add some sparkle and flare to your images, you’re going to love this deal. For a limited time you can get over 300 bokeh and flare Photoshop overlays for just $19! After the break you can find out exactly what you’ll get if you decide to grab this amazing deal.
Feeling the need to see your street photography in a new light? We have just the stuff to inspire you. Saturation and strong flash are the tools of the trade for Italian contemporary street photographer Salvatore Matarazzo for shooting street portraits. Check out how he does this in his series called Smoke.
When we speak of Iceland, we immediately envision the surreal landscapes that make it one of the most sought after places for both travelers and photographers alike. But, apart from the volcanoes, geysers, hot springs, lava fields, and coastlines that comprise its dramatic landscape, the Nordic island nation has one more natural wonder that will mesmerize you: the Icelandic horse. New York-based photographer and filmmaker Drew Doggett has recently put the spotlight on the majestic horses, setting them against Iceland’s magical landscapes for a stunning series aptly titled In the Realm of Legends.
“My biggest piece of advice would be to follow your instincts and your heart.” says photographer Thomas Holton in our interview with him about his project The Lams of Ludlow Street. “If something ‘feels’ right to you as a curious and engaged photographer, keep making work and pay attention to the narrative you want to tell.” This is part of the motivation behind the series in combination with him trying to reconnect with a part of himself. In a way, Thomas’ answers reflect him trying to find his tribe–something that all of us suffer from in some way or another. And like any good narrative, he shows that life is a series of ups and downs.