Indholdsfortegnelse for Issue 151 i Photography Masterclass Magazine

Welcome to this edition of Photography Masterclass Magazine Unleash the drama of the skies! In this issue of Photography Masterclass Magazine, discover expert tips for photographing storms safely and creatively. Learn how to capture electrifying lightning, moody clouds, and the raw power of nature—without putting yourself at risk. Also in this issue, we interview Audrey Bellot, a French photographer who has turned her love for dogs and the great outdoors into a moving and magical art form. Specializing in capturing dogs against breathtaking natural landscapes, she brings each animal’s personality to life with soulful storytelling and careful composition. In this interview, Audrey shares how she left behind conventional expectations to follow her passion, and how her deep bond with animals shapes every image she creates. We hope you enjoy this…

By: Brain Jr Photography Shot Details: Canon EOS Rebel T6, at 33mm, f/4.5, 1/30 sec, ISO 400 Portfolio By: César Rincón Shot Details: Panasonic DC-S5M2, at 85mm, f/5.6, 1/160 sec, ISO 1600 Instagram By: Christian Buehner Shot Details: Canon EOS 5D Mark III, at 85mm, f/1.8, 1/500 sec, ISO 250 Website By: Drew Hays Shot Details: Canon EOS 5D Mark III, at 105mm, f/5, 1/160 sec, ISO 50 Instagram By: Hayley Alex Shot Details: Canon EOS 5D Mark III, at 63mm, f/4, 1/200 sec, ISO 200 Portfolio By: Henry Lai Instagram By: Nith In Instagram By: Vitaliy Shevchenko Instagram By: Wirestock Photography Portfolio By: Wirestock Photography Portfolio…

Audrey is a French photographer who has turned her love for dogs and the great outdoors into a moving and magical art form. Specializing in capturing dogs against breathtaking natural landscapes, she brings each animal’s personality to life with soulful storytelling and careful composition. In this interview, Audrey shares how she left behind conventional expectations to follow her passion, and how her deep bond with animals shapes every image she creates. Photographic Speciality/Style: I’m a dog photographer specializing in dogs in landscape photos Short Bio: My name is Audrey, and I'm 28 at the time of writing for Photography Masterclass. I'm French and have lived in France for 27 years. For a little over a year now, I've been traveling around Europe with my two dogs, looking for wonderful moments…

One of my all-time favorite TV shows is “Flight of the Conchords.” It was produced by HBO in the early 2000s for two brief but glorious seasons, both of which were filled to the brim with deadpan humor. In one episode, the two main characters, Jemaine and Brett, discuss Jemaine’s “camera-phone,” which Brett had made by simply gluing Jemaine’s camera and cell phone together. Jemaine comments, “I think you might have ruined my phone when you made me that camera-phone…and my camera.” I thought of that dialogue as I was learning about the Yongnuo YN455 camera, as it essentially looks like a cell phone that’s been attached to a camera body. However, whereas Jemaine’s camera-phone ruins both of his devices, the YN455 has a lot more promise to be a…

By: Karsten Winegeart Shot Details: Sony a7S II, at 85mm, f/5.6, 1/80 sec, ISO 100 Website By: Kieran Taylor Shot Details: Olympus E-M10, at 7mm, f/4, 1/125 sec, ISO 200 Portfolio By: Galina Nelyubova Instagram By: Robert Piosik Shot Details: Canon EOS 450D, at 50mm, f/1.8, 1/320 sec, ISO 100 Instagram By: Behnam Norouzi Instagram By: Joshua Earle Website By: Resource Database Instagram By: Zhenyu Luo Shot Details: Sony a7CR, at 35mm, f/1.4, 1/200 sec, ISO 1250 Portfolio By: Rodion Kutsaiev  Shot Details: Nikon D5200, at 35mm, f/4, 1/160 sec, ISO 100 Instagram By: Mudassir Ali Shot Details: DJI FC220, at 4.7mm, f/2.2, 1/40 sec, ISO 100 Instagram…

Are you ready to make your portraits pop? In this lesson, you’ll discover how to make your portraits stand out using Adobe Lightroom. Whether you’re new to retouching or looking to refine your skills, this step-by-step guide will walk you through professional techniques you can apply right away Although not a common practice, it is possible to retouch faces in Lightroom and utilise its AI features to expedite your workflow. It is not as controlled as using Photoshop, and you will need a picture of someone with relatively good skin, but Lightroom does have a place in retouching, which we will explore in this lesson. You can easily follow along with this tutorial using your own portraits via the instructions below or by downloading the in depth worksheets via the…

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, understanding copyright is essential for every photographer. This article will guide you through the basics, helping you protect your creative work and navigate client relationships with confidence. I've found that while copyright law can be quite complex, understanding its key aspects is vital for protecting both your work and your clients' interests. In this article, I'll share some essential points that you'll find particularly valuable. In my experience, having a solid grasp of copyright law isn't just good practice – it’s fundamental to running a successful photography business. Let me break down what copyright actually means. At its core, copyright refers to your intellectual property rights over something you've created – in our case, your photographs. The moment you press that…

SHY By: Marian Loata Shot Details: Nikon D610 with Nikon 18-180 mm lens INTERSTELLAR WAVES By: Joao Abm Yordanov Serralheiro Shot Details: Sony a7 III, with Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G lens. 120 images taken at 20mm, f/2.8, 30 sec, ISO 320. And 3 images taken at 20mm, f/2.8, 30 sec, ISO 320 for drone light-painting. Stacked in Photoshop, Edited in Lightroom Facebook | Instagram SPRING By: Max Thomas Shot Details: Nikon D600, with Nikon 70-200mm 2.8 lens, at 200mm, f/2.8, 1/1000 sec, ISO 500 Instagram EAGLE GUARDING A NEST - TAKEN ALONG THE SHORE LINE TO LAKE ROOSEVELT WA By: Pamela Femling Shot Details: Canon R5, with 100-500mm lens, at 500mm, f/7.1, 1/800 sec, ISO 160 Instagram ORLANDO REFLECTIONS By: Per Birkhaug Shot Details: Canon M6 Mark II, at…