Let’s face it, we photographers like shiny objects. Especially when first starting out, it’s always tempting to find some new camera, lens, or other tool we can put in our tool belt that is going to help us be a better photographer. Sadly, that cool new piece of gear is not really going to make you a better photographer, but here are a few things that might.
While most photographers use a drone to create aerial images, sometimes, that isn’t enough. Sometimes, you want to soar like an eagle, going 50 mph over the sheer face of a mountaintop as you photograph. If that sounds like you, then let me share with you the story of Bernard Chen, paraglider and photographer extraordinaire.
It is quite often overlooked when it comes down to creating a stunning photograph, although it has a big impact on the composition and even on the story of an image. We are talking about the right focal length. Avoid one of the biggest traps about focal lengths and find out how to impact your composition with the right lens.
Lee and Patrick, the owners of Fstoppers, have shot video for years and recently started using the Sony a7sIII. They’ll swear by it as the best run n’ gun camera body for video use. For the next few days, you can get access to all they’ve learned about using their camera for video in an exclusive tutorial created specifically for this years’ Video Creators Bundle.
Canon Canada has opened its first-ever mentorship incubator. If you’re a creator looking for a helping hand up to the next level, applications are being accepted until August 16.
