Nature Photography
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While its origin is murky, the adage “Take nothing but photographs, leave nothing but footprints, kill nothing but time,” is at the heart of this wide-ranging discussion about ethical practices in wildlife photography.
Above Photograph © Melissa Groo
From exotic safaris to local birding expeditions, interest in this subject matter has grown tremendously in recent years. Ever advancing camera technologies and increasing ease of use make stunning pictures more accessible than ever, but when these advantages combine with an unbridled enthusiasm
Chiaro Labs, a brand best known for their UV filters, recently expanded their inventory with the launch of a line of circular polarizer (CPL) filters available exclusively at B&H. Available in 18 different thread sizes from 37 to 112mm, the new filters come in two build configurations, Core (aluminum) and
What better place to spend a Saturday morning than the zoo. You can enjoy some time outside, all while seeing a variety of both local and exotic animals you'd otherwise never dream of encountering. Zoos also are great place to try your hand at photographing wildlife! In this guide, we're talking about taking our camera to the zoo to capture natural looking images of animals in their element! We'll be covering what you need as well as tips and tricks that'll help you capture stunning, natural looking images of animals.
Above photograph © Mathew
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Bird photography is as much about understanding the birds as it is about mastering the art of blending into their environment. Bird photographer Isaac Grant talks about the essential fieldcraft skills every bird photographer needs to get beautiful images without distributing the birds and their environment.
0:00 - Intro
2:36 - Learn the birds
5:11 - Equipment prep
8:31 - Know your location
12:07 - Blend in
14:08 - Work the light
17:13 - Photo break downs
32:59 - Use natural or manmade covers
41:23 - Fieldcraft
48:39 - Be patient
58:22 - Let
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Join Matt at Mount Rainier National Park as he searches for the perfect sunset with the OM System OM-5 II. What happens when the sun hides though? Matt explains the benefits of using bad weather to take good photos.
0:00 - Intro
0:42 - Composition Techniques
1:47 - Will Rain & Fog Ruin Your Hiking Shoot?
4:11 - Picture Profiles
5:54 - Where to Next?
6:25 - But Will My Camera Survive?
6:52 - Abstract Waterfall Image
7:21 - Trees Amongst the Fog
8:28 - Myrtle Falls & Long Exposure
10:04 - Will the Sun Ever Come Out?
12:18 - The Sunset
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Dramatic and misty, but still beautiful, photographing an Olympic National Park is definitely a bucket list item. Matt dodges waves at Ruby Beach and scales Mount Storm King to show you how he takes advantage of foggy days to take ethereal and moody landscape photos. He also shares how the OM SYSTEM OM-5 II packs amazing features in a small form factor, making it perfect for all-day trekking.
0:00 - What Will We Capture?
0:48 - Long Exposures and Live ND at Ruby Beach
2:47 - Why Auto ISO
4:12 - A Dramatic Reading, a Dramatic
Winter brings with it some of the best photographic opportunities imaginable. As the temperatures begin to drop, our approach to photography changes a bit. Cooler weather brings with it snow, stunningly colorful evening skies, wintering birds, and an assortment of beautiful weather conditions. Some of the best photographic opportunities present themselves in these unfortunately cold times. That being said, if we prep ourselves and our gear appropriately, we can capture stunning images.
Before You Head Out
First, some safety precautions. Cold
Typically confined to the northernmost latitudes of our planet, the northern lights—or "aurora borealis"—are a natural spectacle many dream of seeing. Recently, it may seem like auroras are occurring more often and are visibly farther south than ever before. Maybe you've already seen one or even photographed one with your phone.
While rare, exceptionally powerful auroras have been seen with the naked eye as far south as Alabama. These are uncommon, but in mid-latitude states, visible auroras are a bit more frequent. Last summer, I found myself
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How often do you think beyond the photos you make to consider the larger purpose they serve—both for yourself and, ideally, for a wider audience? In today’s show, we explore this idea while connecting the dots between picture making, process, and purpose. Our guides for this conversation are nature/landscape photographer and mountaineer Matt Payne, and street photographer, portraitist, and YouTube storyteller Sean Tucker. While Matt and Sean have widely different photographic specialties, they share much in common, from educational backgrounds
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“If you look very intensely and slowly things will happen that you never dreamed of before.” This Aaron Siskind quote neatly sums up the deeply contemplative discussion we had with landscape photographers John Paul Caponigro and Joel Simpson in this week’s podcast.
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Do you want to take captivating bird photos from the comfort of your backyard? Sony Alpha Ambassador Mahesh Thapa teaches you everything from choosing the proper equipment to dialing in the recommended camera settings.
0:00 - Intro
2:55 - Disclosures
3:39 - Overview
4:54 - Camera bodies
9:37 - Lenses
17:02 - Camera settings
24:22 - Practical tips
31:19 - Embrace the squirrels
32:55 - Mahesh's backyard
34:00 - Closing / Q&A
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There’s more to landscape photography than just cameras and lenses. While these are the most essential pieces of gear in our bag, they can’t do it all. We need to rely on other tools to take our craft to the next level. Whether it be something to stabilize our camera, a way to trigger the camera without shaking it, or a filter to make that blue sky pop, there’s a tool to help us do it all.
Accessories
Remote Shutter Release
To take a photo without shaking the camera, you’ll want to use
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Is the Canon R5 II the right landscape photography camera for you? Join Matt in the vast mountain ranges of Yellowstone National Park as he tests out the R5 II's dynamic range, focus bracketing, in-camera upscaling, and more features.
0:00 - Intro
0:49 - Light
1:36 - Focus Bracketing
2:15 - Dynamic Range
3:35 - Perspective & Composition
4:39 - Low Light
5:41 - Long Exposure
6:14 - Auto Exposure Bracketing
6:48 - In-Camera Upscaling & Cropping
7:27 - How to Create a Carousel
8:37 - Matt's Verdict
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Photographing wildlife can be unpredictable. Which of these cameras (the Canon R5 II and R1) will have your back? Matt shares what you'll have to consider when deciding between these two cameras.
0:00 - Can You Bear These Puns?
0:13 - Today's Video
1:28 - What's the Same and What's Different?
4:36 - Low Light Performance
5:36 - Pre-Capture
6:52 - Black-Out Free Shutter
8:21 - IBIS & Handheld
9:45 - How Does It Compare in the Edit?
10:19 - Which Is Better for You?
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Landscape photography and hiking go hand in hand. Elevate your photography with Sony Alpha Ambassador Autumn Schrock as she shares how to take spectacular photos while you hike and everything else that goes into executing a successful backpacking hike.
0:00 - Intro
1:55 - 5 reasons to backpack
10:14 - Typical backpacking trip vs. photography backpacking trip
11:44 - Planning
18:28 - Safety
24:34 - Training
25:43 - Gear
44:38 - Packing
50:48 - Considerations
1:00:56 - Leave no trace
1:02:58 - Final thoughts
1:06:07 - Q&A
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