Outdoor Photography How To

This tutorial from one of our favorite instructors is all about drawing more attention to the key element in a scene when it recedes intro surrounding area of the frame. The quick-and easy trick enables to create more impactful images by separating the subject in a way that immediately draws attention.

Today's beginners guide to macro photography is a great reminder that this unique genre should  be considered a year-long pursuit, rather than a Spring endeavor once plants begin to bloom. Summer provides great opportunities for capturing insects and other small creepy crawlies, there are mushrooms in fall, and don't forget about those ephemeral snowflakes falling in winter.

Capturing sharp well-composed photos of fast-moving subjects can be a difficult task for seasoned photographers, and if you're new to the game this challenge may seem particularly daunting. But fear not because we'll greatly simplify the process with this succinct tutorial from the popular Photo Genius YouTube channel.

We're wrapping up the week with a rant by Australian landscape photographer Steve Arnold who laments the fact that, in his mind, Photoshop's best editing techniques are the most difficult to use. As he says, "Adobe keeps adding new features that nobody really needs, while folks ignore beneficial tools because they're not easy enough to use."

Today we're exploring a common culprit for disappointing landscape photos with blown-out skies and other key elements that are far brighter than the rest of a scene. The solution has to do with the fact that many photographers never take time to explore the obscure options buried in their camera's menu.

Today's video tutorial from the PHLOG Photography YouTube channel demonstrates the power of Lightroom's recently introduced Landscape Selection mask that represents a big leap in functionality and  precision. As you'll see, this new feature will transform image quality, and it's super easy to use.

Low-light photography can be quite a challenge whether you're shooting in the field or indoors in a dim room with available light. Today's quick tutorial with Anthony Crothers is for those of you who are struggling with blurry, grainy photos in situations with less-than-ideal illumination.