So, let’s see how Corel AfterShot Pro 3 really stacks up, not just in terms of speed, but also for ease of use and wealth of features. What are AfterShot Pro 3 and Lightroom? AfterShot Pro 3 and Lightroom are image-editing software. And looking at the many different ones out there, it’s easy to see how they both fall into one of two groups. There are the heavy hitters, who have all the advanced tools but a slower workflow....

So how do you pick one? This article will help you choose a style that works best for your needs. To do this, we’ll look at the advantages and disadvantages of both black and white vs color photography. General Tips on Choosing Black and White vs Color Photography As a photographer, you can use color or the lack of it in a photograph as a tool to reaching your specific goal....

8. Photoshop Frames: Adding White Borders Before we get crazy with different ideas, let’s learn how to create basic Photoshop borders first. First, go to Image and select Canvas size. Under New Size change the values of the width and the height. The default measurement is in inches, but you can switch to percent. Your current canvas size covers 100% of your photo. So if you want your border to be 20% bigger, you’ll need to put 120% for both the width and height....

How to Take Better Indoor Photos with an External Flash This post is all about taking better photos indoors using an external flash. It covers the advantages and disadvantages of using different shutter speeds and apertures. This first comparison is between shooting on full auto or program mode. I recommend moving away from shooting in these modes as soon as possible. They’re very limiting and you won’t be making the most out of your camera....

The answer is the Droste Effect, and it’s an exciting and creative way to show a scene photographically. Also known as a ‘Mise en abyme’, this technique involves placing a copy of an image inside the same image. The result creates an illusion of a photo repeating infinitely. So what does Droste mean? This photography technique got its name from a Dutch cocoa company that used the technique for its branding....

But do you ever wonder how to make a collage in Photoshop? It’s easier than you think and we’ll show you how to do it. Creating a Photo Collage in Photoshop: Step 1 – Select Your Photos Once you finish choosing the theme of your project, you need to select the pictures you will include in it—double-click on the Photoshop icon on your desktop to open Photoshop first. Often, five to seven photos will be enough....

Road Trip Photography: Capturing the Journey The first section of the planning is all about the vehicle, accommodation, and route. This involves choosing a vehicle if you don’t already have one, deciding on how and where you would like to sleep, and deciding on the road trip route. These things are personal preference and will also depend on whom you’re traveling with. Wheels There are a few considerations regarding your vehicle....

Here’s how to take boudoir self-portraits with some easy to follow tips. What Are Boudoir Self Portraits Due to the difficult nature of self-portraits, many photographers shy away from the idea. This type of photography can be very beneficial to you and your company. Self-portraits are not about vanity or attention-seeking. They are a way to put yourself in your clients’ shoes. And they also give you the freedom to try out new ideas....

What Are Long Exposure Portraits? Before we delve into how to do long exposure portrait photography, let’s find out what long exposures are all about. In simple terms, long exposure means that the camera shutter stays open for a long time. In typical situations, the shutter only opens for a fraction of a second. But for long exposures, the shutter can remain open for several seconds to even minutes. Since the shutter stays open for a long time, it tends to record movements as blurry streaks....

When we think about snow, we see white landscapes and completely changed cities. But snowflakes build these scenes. This is what makes snowflake photography magical. We can see details that are not visible to the naked eye. It’s a great challenge for a photographer, but with our tips, you can master snowflake photography! [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....

Here are a few ideas to help you show sense of scale in your photographs. How to Show Scale in Photography Depending on your intention, you may or may not want to give an indication of the scale of what’s in your picture. Sometimes it’s fun to give an illusion of the size of elements in photos being bigger or smaller than they are. This is called forced perspective. Most often you will probably want your pictures to show things the way they are....

It’s popular in beauty photography, portraits, headshot photography, and model headshots. This two light setup creates a soft, flattering light. Clamshell lighting is also simple to create. You can even create the look with a single light and a reflector. Here’s how to create clamshell lighting for portraits. What You’ll Need to Create Clamshell Lighting Clamshell lighting doesn’t require a crazy amount of gear. Along with a camera and lens, you’ll need:...

In this article, we look at exactly how to use the Gaussian Blur in Photoshop. How to Use Gaussian Blur in Photoshop For our example, we will use this image of a bottle of wine and two glasses. The goal is to blur the bottle to draw attention to the glasses. Following the steps below, you can blur anything in a photo, including a background. This can come in handy if you want your subject to pop out or if you want to hide distracting parts of your picture....

The Rule of Odds: How Many Elements Should You Use? Three is the most appealing option amongst the odd numbers. You can compare this image with three domino pieces with the one below. In the top photo, whenever our brain pairs up two of the domino pieces, we have the third one catching our attention. Adding more elements means losing part of the composition strength. Five and seven are still good numbers to compose with....

Its 4K video capabilities are nicely matched with excellent autofocus and a stills camera that can shoot at 12 fps. As we know, impressive numbers don’t always translate to real-world use. So carry on reading this review to see what we think of the Panasonic Lumix GH5S and whether you should think about buying it. Panasonic Lumix GH5S Overview and Specifications 20MP Four Thirds sensor (no OLPF) 16 MP with a low pass filter 100 to 25,600 ISO range 100 to 25,600 ISO range 225 AF points 49 AF points 5-axis in-body image stabilization system with ‘Dual IS 2’ support no shutter stabilization 9 fps shooting with continuous autofocus 7 fps shooting with continuous autofocus Advanced DFD autofocus Dual UHS II card slots (V60 ready) Single card slot Autofocus point joystick 802....

This article presents several of the best (and our favourite) movies that reference photography. They include those where photography is a prominent part of the story to others where photography plays a small yet significant role. Photography Movies: Under Fire (1983) This war photography drama is set during the last days of the Somoza regime in Nicaragua in 1979. War photographer Russel Price captures a photograph of someone he shouldn’t have....

[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.] Filters for Landscape Photography: Understanding the Quality of Light as a Make-or-Break Factor Part of the experience that separates the beginner from the expert lies in the ability to assess the quality of natural light in the landscape scene....

The Micro Four Thirds camera system gives photographers a smaller and more compact alternative to full frame DSLRs. In this article, we’ll explain in more detail how and why Micro Four Thirds came to be. We’ll also discuss what the future looks like for this nifty camera system and whether you should include one in your equipment bag. [ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links....

A mood board is a perfect tool for collaborating with a client or a team of creatives. Use it to ensure that you are on the same page about the desired end result. Here’s how to create one, and how to make the most of it. What Is a Mood Board? Collaboration is crucial in photography. And often, you’ll find yourself working with other people to fulfil a project. One way to help everyone understands your visual aesthetic is to create mood boards....

The dimension 4×6 is measured in inches. So a 4×6 photo is about 4×6 inches. It is 4 by 5⅞ inches, to be exact. How Big is a 4×6 Photo Actual Size? Here are the conversions for 4×6 photos: Centimeters:10×15 cm Millimeters: 101×152 mm Pixels: The values change depending on the image’s DPI. 150 DPI: 600×900 pixels 300 DPI: 1200×1800 pixels You can view the actual size of 4×6 on the PilliApp website....