The 85mm wide-aperture portrait lens is often a calling card lens for a lot of companies, showcasing some of their best optics at one of the most popular focal lengths. How good is Sony’s version? This great video review tests it out to help you decide if it is right for you. [ Read More …
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A photo study of an iconic landscape like The Palouse in southeastern Washington is an opportunity to try multiple creative approaches One of the most fruitful exercises that any photographer can take on is that of a photo study. Personal photography studies can be as specific or broad as you’d like. It really is up …
Find insight from pro photographer Chhagan Shelare on photography in India and the importance of taking authentic photos that capture real life. The post Taking Authentic Photos with India-based Photographer Chhagan Shelare appeared first on The Shutterstock Blog. ]]> View the original article here
Victoria’s Secret has cast Brazilian model Valentina Sampaio, an openly transgender woman, for a catalog photo shoot. This announcement marks the first time Victoria’s Secret has cast a transgender person for a catalog or brand campaign. Does this mean the lack of diversity and inclusion in the advertising industry is finally changing? [ Read More …
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The topic of metering modes seems to mystify a great many new photographers. It had me a little perplexed when I was starting out The post A Basic Introduction To Understanding Metering Modes appeared first on Light Stalking. ]]> View the original article here
Louis Daguerre is one of the founding fathers of photography, but little did he know, his invention opened a secret door down a street in Victorian-era London. Needless to say, this article is NSFW. [ Read More ] ]]> View the original article here
Explore the hidden wonders of Brazil with tips and stories from ten landscape photographers, and find some inspiration for your next excursion. The post 10 Landscape Photographers on Capturing the Beauty of Brazil appeared first on The Shutterstock Blog. ]]> View the original article here
It seems each recent camera announcement has brought a higher megapixel count — including Sony’s latest 60mp+ release. But whether you’re shooting on 24mp APS-C, 50mp full frame, or 100mp medium format, you might not be getting all the resolution you paid for. Check out this list for 3 clarity-robbing problems and their fixes. [ …
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Our usual way of looking at scenes and people and all the things in the world is at 120-200° depending upon the different things that we see. We were use to seeing our horizontally. That is until we got into smartphones and further into Instagram stories. [ Read More ] ]]> View the original article …
Whether you’re making a big-budget feature or a small short film, knowing which roles are essential to your production can make your life easier on set. The post How Many People Do You (Really) Need On a Film or Video Set? appeared first on The Shutterstock Blog. ]]> View the original article here
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