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A note before we start… I’m using Lightroom 5. If you’re using a different software version, your screen might look different. But the resizing process is the same. [ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money. Need more info? See how it all works here.] How to Resize an Image in Lightroom (Step by Step) Before we go through the steps, we answer an important question about pixels....

Together, these two genres can make your time-lapses look both surreal and eye-catching. What You’ll Need for a Long Exposure Time-Lapse Camera Lens Intervalometer Tripod ND filter Pick a Busy Location to Capture More Movement The busier a location, the more movements you’ll capture in your time-lapse. Busy time-lapses tend to be more eye-catching than simpler ones. You can start by shooting a busy street or city. These are great places to create light trails in your time-lapse....

Thanks to all the lights, you can create spectacular Christmas bokeh wherever you go. Photographing bokeh is a simple process. All you have to do is understand a few technical settings and inspire yourself with exciting Christmas ideas. How to Achieve Christmas Bokeh with Your Camera Settings How to Set Your Aperture Bokeh can be created by using a wide aperture (a small f-number). It’s because it results in a shallow depth of field in your images....

What Is Real Estate Drone Photography? Real estate photography is the photography of properties that are up for sale or rent. The goal of real estate photography is to create content for advertising material. Real estate drone photography makes use of a drone to take striking shots of properties from the air. There a several reasons to shoot real estate drone photography. Taking photos from high up gives a viewer a good look at a house and surrounding environment....

You have to make each individual look good. But you also have to create a sense of cohesion and capture the group dynamic. Plus, you have to pay attention to sharp focus and good light. It’s no wonder many photographers dread the group portrait. Here’s how to take great group photos by understanding composition, posing, and light. Composition Tips for Group Photos A great group photo starts with composing the image....

Orange and blue make the most common color combination in photography. Do you know why? It’s all about color theory. This article will look at when and how to use orange and blue to improve your photos. [Note: ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money. Need more info? See how it all works here....

Luminar Neo is designed for people who want to quickly edit their photos without spending too much time on each individual adjustment. It offers a wide range of presets and filters that make it easy to improve your photos with just a few clicks Luminar AI, on the other hand, is more geared towards professional photographers and advanced amateurs. It offers all of the same features as Luminar Neo, plus a number of additional tools that allow you to fine-tune your photos in greater detail...

Improve Your Photos by Planning Black and White Contrast in Advance You’ll get the best results if you start out knowing that that you want your image to ultimately end up as a black and white photo. This way you can plan to have contrast and compose your frames accordingly. If you want to capture a photo with high black and white contrast, you can use two approaches: Look for tonal contrast Look for complementary colors and apply a color filter either on location or in post-processing...

Professional Photography License Most places in the United States don’t ask for this, except for a few select cities. If this is the case where you live, it would be at a city of state level. Check with your local and state officials about whether this is the case for you. Try asking at your local city hall for more details or contacting your state licensing board for the necessary information....

Seasonal Landscape Photography: Spring Photography Spring is synonymous with rebirth. Nature, flowers and plants, colors and streams – they all come alive. At higher altitudes the snow starts to melt. Rivers and waterfalls are once again full of water. It’s now that you should focus on waterfall photography. They’re swollen with water, which brings out their majestic beauty. This is one of the best moments to photograph them. The vegetation also grows green and lush....

SmugMug is our winner in the Shootproof vs Smugmug debate. But it’s a narrow victory. And that doesn’t mean Shootproof isn’t worth your time. Both websites have their positives. And you might find that Shootproof better meets your needs. We’ll take you through both programs in this Shootproof vs Smugmug comparison review. Then you’ll have all the information you need to make the right decision. [ExpertPhotography is supported by readers....

In this article, we will show you how to choose the right lighting equipment to start with, all without breaking the bank. These lights are for an amateur or a professional photographer wanting to upgrade your craft with lighting systems. Lighting Equipment for Photography—Where to Start Incandescent, fluorescent, LED and flash are the main kinds of artificial light sources used in photography. These lighting setups range from studio AC-powered equipment to portable equipment that runs on AA batteries....

What Does a Long Exposure Sunset Mean? While there is no clear definition, I categorize long exposure as any shutter speed that I cannot handhold. This includes anything from 1/15th of a second up to multi-minute bulb mode exposures. 1/15th is long enough to blur for fast-moving water. That’s my threshold for longer exposure. When the conditions are too dark for standard shutter speeds, you may opt a long exposure rather than increasing your ISO....

[ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money. Need more info? See how it all works here.] The Best Way To Backup Photos By Packing Your Photographic Gear If you are a photography addict like me, you are probably preparing for travel with a mixture of excitement and stress. The excitement comes from all the possibilities to photograph exotic landscapes, new people, costumes, architectures and more....

Whether you have experience in landscape, action, or portrait photography, you will probably find a way to utilise your expertise in adventure photography. In this post, we have collected all our articles to help you capture your adventures. What Is Adventure Photography? Adventure photography is a combination of many other genres. It is based on capturing outdoor experiences. The point of this niche is to create dynamic and inspiring images while improving your photography skills in challenging conditions....

So let’s spend a little bit of time thinking about when to use a lens hood. And answer the question—why use a lens hood on a camera? What Is a Camera Lens Hood? A lens hood sticks out in front of your front lens element. Its primary purpose is to stop unwanted light from falling on the lens. They might be tube shaped or, as in the photo above, “petal” shaped....

What Is a Photomontage? A photomontage is a series of individual photographs. You take several photos of one subject and arrange them together to create a single image. We find it normal to see only separate photos. We create most photographs in a fraction of a second. This short window in time is captured at one location. A photomontage can contain any number of photos. There is no limit to the amount of time it takes to create this series of images....

There are many apps to choose from. Some of them will come with the basics and are designed for beginners. Others offer hundreds of tools for professional artists. Whether you are looking for a drawing app to kill some time or for professional purposes, we are here to help. Along with paid ones, you will find the best free Android drawing apps that adjust to your needs. 10 Best Painting and Drawing Apps for Android Drawing apps are an excellent tool for people dedicated to this style of art....

But what about their lenses? They may be as well known as Nikon and Canon in the lens department. But their FE lenses are truly excellent. The series has a high standard of build quality and image creation. After considering several factors, the Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 ED G OSS comes out on top! This is thanks to its compact size, accurate autofocus, and incredible results. [Note: ExpertPhotography is supported by readers....

We have compiled a list of the top 15 photography gloves you can buy this year. This list has something for everyone, from specialized photography gloves to classic leather ones. Our top pick is SIMARI winter gloves for their flexibility, durability, and warmth. But read on to find out which photography gloves are the best for your needs! [Note: ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links....