Innehållsförteckning för No. 585 från Photography Week

Welcome to the world’s No.1 weekly digital photography magazine. If you’re already a reader, thanks for your continued support and involvement; if you’re new to Photography Week, you’ve come to the right place! In addition to expert advice, brilliant tips and step-by-step tutorials, every issue features interactive galleries of brilliant photos, how-to videos on essential shooting and editing techniques, and in-depth reviews of the latest camera kit. But that’s not the whole story. Photography Week is more than a magazine – it’s a community of like-minded people who are passionate about photography. To get involved, just follow any of the links below and share your shots and comments. JOIN THE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEK COMMUNITY AND START SHARING! FACEBOOK http://bit.ly/39py9lg TWITTER http://bit.ly/2vGadLP FLICKR http://bit.ly/2VIgsJO We’re more than just a magazine – read…

Light modifiers are a crucial tool for professional photographers. For example, a softbox can soften the studio light and enhance the subject’s face in a flattering way. If you’re looking to create dramatic lighting, an umbrella is an excellent choice, while a shoot-through type can provide softer light, as it can be placed closer to the subject. A scrim functions similarly to a softbox, but can be placed individually, since it’s not attached to the light source. Additionally, modifiers are not only available for studio lighting but also for speedlight photography. A Gobo, which stands for ‘go-between object’, can be connected between a flashgun to block, shape, diffuse or even add colour to the light.…

How did your photographic journey begin? I really started to take an interest in photography back in 2015 on a trip to New York City. I owned a Canon 1300D at the time, so I took it along with me and started capturing iconic locations and scenes – the Chrysler Building, yellow taxis, steam pipes. However, the photos weren’t how I envisaged them. That was when I decided to look into photography in depth, learn how to use my camera properly, and find out what makes a ‘good’ photo. From 2017 to 2020 I was a street photographer, and I used this time to hone my skills. I learnt that I enjoyed taking photos of people, but something wasn’t quite right and I couldn’t figure out why I wasn’t loving…

History Hit, the history podcast and content platform, has unveiled the winners of the 2023 Historic Photographer of the Year competition. The contest challenges photographers to capture historic sites and subjects, from trains and boats to castles and battlefields, in innovative and thought-provoking ways. This year’s overall winner was Josh Dury, for his magical photograph of sunrise illuminating the mist-shrouded Callanish Standing Stones on the Isle of Lewis in Scotland’s Outer Hebrides. As well as the overall winner, prizes were awarded in Historic England and World History categories, and the competition attracted more than 1,000 entries. Click the link to see more winning and shortlisted images from this year’s contest at the History Hit website. SEE MORE IMAGES https://bit.ly/3RlYmtq…

1 USE DENOISE The Denoise command in Camera Raw/Lightroom can work wonders on image noise. With fog, you might notice graininess in otherwise smooth areas of the image. If so, try using the Denoise button in the Detail panel to improve it. It’s also worth sharpening the image here to enhance fine details. 2 TRY B&W Fog and mist can desaturate colours, leaving scenes looking almost monochrome, so ask yourself if the remaining colour is necessary. Removing it might lead to a stronger, simpler composition. The black and white profiles in Camera Raw/Lightroom offer an range of one-click mono conversions to try. 3 TINTING TRICKS A tweak to the colours or a tinting effect can enhance the misty atmosphere. The Curves command is a great tinting tool. Try making tiny adjustments to…

AstrHori has launched its third macro probe lens: the 28mm F13 2X Macro Periprobe. Not to be confused with the company’s existing 28mm F13 Full-frame 2X Macro Probe lens, this new version has a front lens element angled through 90 degrees so it faces out of the side of the lens barrel, rather than the front end. This angled ‘periscope’ perspective may seem like a minor revision, but it opens up some intriguing new creative effects: try pointing the lens down into the undergrowth, or into a stream, while that 90-degree lens angle captures a horizontal bug-eye view of the scene ahead. And thanks to a 25cm waterproof tip, you can immerse the front of the lens underwater. While the 90-degree probe extension may be new to the AstrHori range,…

When it comes to taking portraits, remember that capturing the entire face of the subject is not always necessary. In fact, going in close and showcasing your subject by focusing on a particular facial feature, such as the eyes or mouth, can make for an effective composition. To maximise your creative opportunities, use a versatile zoom lens rather than a prime lens. This will allow you to experiment with different crops and angles effortlessly. You can also try using a macro lens to capture details without losing quality. Additional tools, such as a reflector, are essential to eliminate unwanted shadows, while a beauty dish gives the skin a smooth and glowing appearance. Creating close-ups requires a keen eye for detail. Unlike traditional portrait photography, close-ups emphasise even the smallest discrepancies.…

To find out how you can get Photography Week delivered straight to your device every week for just a few pennies, simply search for Photography Week on any of the platforms below AVAILABLE ON YOUR DEVICE NOW! https://apple.co/2RjoI0a http://bit.ly/2txbB2B http://bit.ly/36kQ7TC *Available for a limited time only. Standard subscription offer varies across platforms/devices – please refer to specific store for the most up-to-date offer…

Whether it’s a dense pea-souper or an ethereal morning mist, the magical thing about fog is how it can completely transform even the most mundane scene into something stunning. There are two main ways in which it does this. First, it’s about the atmosphere – fog creates a mood all of its own. In visual terms, it diffuses the light and mutes the colours, but on an emotional level it suggests calmness, serenity or mystery, and it allows you to create landscape photos that evoke those feelings. The second reason is purely visual: mist and fog creates separation. As the scene recedes, the distant elements fade out to grey, and this offers an opportunity not to be missed, as you can compose in a completely new way. A scene that,…

Normally, the higher the air, the cooler it becomes. But sometimes a high layer of warm air can trap a cooler layer of air near the ground. In these conditions, a cloud inversion – or more accurately a temperature inversion – can occur. It happens more often in autumn and winter, when the longer nights allow the air to be cooled by the ground. You can deduce the likelihood of a cloud inversion by checking the temperature at various elevations (see the Ventusky app or www.ventusky.com). We’re looking for warmer high air, and the dew point and air temperature must be close to one another for fog to form; there also needs to be minimal wind. If the numbers add up, head out early, get up high and you may…

Portrait photography is a genre that offers endless possibilities for creativity, allowing you to capture the unique qualities of your subject’s face while also telling a story through styling and scene-setting. It’s a genre where even minimal equipment makes a difference to direct the light. Collaboration is key, as a portrait shoot brings together individuals from diverse backgrounds. From everyday faces and trained models to styling and make-up pros, the shooting environment can be a busy one. To create a successful project, it’s vital to communicate your vision clearly. A mood board is an essential tool for achieving this vision, as it brings together ideas and goals. Inspiration can be found all around us, whether in our own minds or the world outside. When working on your concept, think about…

GuruShots is billed as the world’s leading photo game. It’s an online photography platform conceived to give global exposure to people who love taking photographs. GuruShots members start out as Newbies and compete with other photographers to win challenges, increase their ranking on the site and eventually progress to coveted ‘Guru’ status. Challenges are voted on by Gurus and the wider GuruShots community, and there’s a fresh competition brief – such as this Sunrise VS Sunset challenge – every day. Challenge winners receive prizes from GuruShots’ sponsors, including Lowepro, Kodak and Lensbaby. https://bit.ly/40Q3Dg6 https://bit.ly/40Q3Dg6 https://bit.ly/40Q3Dg6 https://bit.ly/40Q3Dg6…

1 WHAT IS FOG? Fog is essentially a low-level cloud, formed of tiny floating water droplets that originate from a body of water, like the sea mist here. There are several different kinds of fog. Sea fog occurs when warm, moist air passes over cool water. If the wind is blowing towards land, it carries the fog with it. 2 DISTANCE & CLARITY Think about the distance between the camera position, the subject and the backdrop. If we’re far away from our subject then the fog will reduce clarity. If you want something to stay sharp, keep close to it. Here the rocks in the foreground are bold and saturated, with the sun breaking through the sea mist. 3 CONSIDER A TRIPOD As mist is common around dawn when the light is low,…

The Landscape Mixer tool is one of Photoshop’s new range of filters that uses artificial intelligence to automatically enhance your photos, taking elements from other landscape photos and mixing them in with your own images. In the example above, the filter has mixed in a sunset mood from another photo, and added a long-exposure look to the sea to give the choppy waters a misty quality. As with most automated tools, the results can be impressive, and the technology at work here is truly impressive; the ability to automatically recognise the different parts of a photo and then splice in another landscape is genuinely impressive. However, while marvelling at the technology you’re also likely to notice plenty of dodgy patches. Aside from the remixed image looking very low-res and low-quality,…

N-PHOTO N-Photo is a monthly magazine for Nikon photographers, and is packed with technique and Photoshop video lessons every month. http://bit.ly/3atHLfO https://apple.co/2TNE26T PHOTOPLUS PhotoPlus is a monthly magazine for Canon photographers that features expert advice, tips and video tutorials on all things Canon. http://bit.ly/30FoOlQ https://apple.co/2vaIdzw DIGITAL CAMERA WORLD A monthly magazine that aims to improve your photography with an inspirational mix of amazing images and how-to articles. http://bit.ly/2RER7g6 https://apple.co/2RBrZqG DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHER The monthly kitbag essential for enthusiast and pro photographers, packed with tutorials, exclusive interviews and the latest reviews. https://bit.ly/3lH4ucX https://apple.co/2SJf6ff…