LATEST ADDITIONS

NewsPortrait TipsSponsored
Research Confirms Pro's Tip: You Can Switch Camera Systems with Minimal Out-of-Pocket Cost
Shutterbug Staff  |  Dec 11, 2023  |  0 comments

For professional photographers, cameras and lenses are tools of the trade—not baubles. When a particular system no longer fulfills their needs, they switch or fortify their arsenal by adding the brand that delivers. They don't always need the latest and greatest; in fact, an established, time-proven setup is often the preferable option. Equipment that is seldom used is a debit, not an asset.

Passionate amateurs have the same gear options and generally the same motivations. Furthermore, recent research from MPB, the largest online platform to buy, sell and trade used photo and video gear, reveals the US population is hoarding $650 billion worth of devices they don’t use. And bear in mind that older tech does not improve with age. It has a shelf life. It's fish, not canned green beans.

Continue Reading »
Jon Sienkiewicz BlogNewsPhotographer ProfilesPortrait TipsPro Techniques
Interview With Belinda Burton, Empowering London-Based Portrait Photographer
Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Dec 08, 2023  |  0 comments

Belinda Burton is a portrait photographer who's fanatical about photography and expresses a "…passion to empower all women, no matter what age, size, race and occupation, that they are worthy of admiration." We had a chance to connect with her and share her story with Shutterbug readers.

Continue Reading »
Lighting How ToNewsOutdoor Photography How ToPhoto How ToPortrait Photography How ToVideos
Shoot Alluring Outdoor Portrait Photos with These Easy Pro Tips (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 08, 2023  |  0 comments

Regardless of the genre of photography you enjoy most, sooner or later you'll be asked to shoot a few portraits of family or friends. Many photographers shy away from this task, either because don't know where to begin, or they're under the misconception that a studio and expensive/complicated lighting equipment is an absolute necessity.

Continue Reading »
Nature Photography How ToNewsOutdoor Photography How ToPhoto How ToPhotoshop How ToSoftware How ToVideos
A Precise Way to Convert Color Photos to B&W—with Mistakes to Avoid (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 08, 2023  |  0 comments

Back in the heyday of 35mm photography the task of developing film and making prints in the darkroom  required good craftsmanship and plenty of knowledge. In today's digital era, despite all of the sophisticated image-processing tools at our disposal, the same requisites apply.

Continue Reading »
DSLR NewsMirrorless Camera ReviewsNature Photography How ToNewsOutdoor Photography How ToPhoto How ToVideosWildlife Photography How To
How to Choose the BEST Focus Point for Every Photo You Shoot Outdoors (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 07, 2023  |  0 comments

One specification that's important to many photographers when shopping for a new camera is the number of focus points available. But do you really know how to choose the best focus point(s) at your disposal when shooting different types of images? If not, read on.

Continue Reading »
Nature Photography How ToNewsOutdoor Photography How ToPhoto How ToPhotoshop How ToSoftware How ToVideos
FREE Presets for Editing Sunset Photos & "Secret" Pro Tips (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 07, 2023  |  0 comments

Sunsets are among the most popular scenes photographed by landscape photographers, but sometimes it's difficult to get colors and exposure just right. In the tutorial below you'll learn several pro editing tips and pick up powerful free presets for getting the job done.

Continue Reading »
NewsPhoto How ToPhotoshop How ToSoftware How ToVideos
How to Recover "Impossible" Blown-Out Highlights in Photoshop (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 06, 2023  |  0 comments

This tutorial from the internationally popular PiXimperfect YouTube channel begins with a provocative question: "How do you recover blown-out highlights when you have no data to recover from?" It turns out that what was once impossible is now easily within reach, thanks to the latest mind-blowing features in Photoshop.

Continue Reading »
Nature Photography How ToNewsOutdoor Photography How ToPhoto How ToVideos
How to Shoot Epic Photos of the Winter Wonderland (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 06, 2023  |  0 comments

Outdoor photography in winter requires doing things a bit differently, especially when fluffy fresh-fallen snow paints the landscape white. This behind-the-scenes tutorial from the First Man Photography YouTube channel discusses exposure settings, composition and other important considerations that will help you get the job done.

Continue Reading »
Buyer's GuidesLens NewsNewsSponsored
Tamron Lens Buyers Guide: Winter Instant Savings
Shutterbug Staff  |  Dec 06, 2023  |  0 comments

This season presents a perfect chance to upgrade your photography equipment, and Tamron is offering enticing promotions on their high-quality lenses.

Continue Reading »
DSLR NewsLens NewsLighting How ToMirrorless Camera NewsNature Photography How ToNewsOutdoor Photography How ToPhoto How ToPortrait Photography How ToVideosWildlife Photography How To
The Benefits of Aperture Priority Mode for Photos with a Creative Flair (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 06, 2023  |  0 comments

If you've been shooting in Auto of Program mode and your images lack that special something, the tutorial below from the Photo Genius YouTube channel will solve the problem. In barely 14 minutes you'll learn the many benefits of Aperture Priority mode and pick some useful tips for capturing images with a creative flair.

Continue Reading »

Pages

X