Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 130 i Photography Masterclass Magazine

https://www.youtube.com/embed/kS0PfmeDFUo Wide angle lenses are some of the most important lenses for landscape photography. They are actually also among the most difficult lenses to master. However, once mastered, they can produce astonishing and wonderful landscape photographs. As a help to all landscape photographers out there, I put together this guide to using your wide angle lens and producing wonderful landscape pictures. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: I’m Rémi Bergougnoux, a French landscape and travel photographer currently travelling the world in search of inspiration. I started this epic journey in 2021 and spent a year in Latin America discovering wonderful cultures, landscapes and wildlife. This experience has not only changed the way I am looking at photography, but also opened my eyes to the beauty that nature and people create in this world.…

Black backgrounds add drama and depth to images, and they can work across multiple genres of photography. But did you know that you don’t actually need a black backdrop to create an image with a black background? In this masterclass I’m going to show you how to create a black background in a number of different situations. And, as with all photography, it all comes down to light. DYNAMIC RANGE A quick note on dynamic range, which is the tonal range from pure white to pure black in an image. Some cameras can record a greater dynamic range than others (as you might expect, this is often down to the price of a camera), but they’re nowhere near as good as our eyes. So, when it comes to creating a…

https://www.youtube.com/embed/Deww8iiGTXs Enjoy a breathtaking journey through the majestic Dolomites mountain range with this stunning timelapse video. With its soaring peaks, crystal-clear lakes, and verdant forests, the Dolomites offer some of the most awe-inspiring scenery on the planet. The video captures the essence of this stunning landscape, featuring captivating time-lapse footage of the Dolomites' ever-changing colors, textures, and moods. From the gentle glow of dawn to the fiery hues of sunset, our camera follows the shifting light and shadows that bring this natural wonder to life. Join us on a visual odyssey through the Dolomites, as we explore the iconic peaks of Tre Cime di Lavaredo, the rugged terrain of the Sella Group, and the tranquil waters of Lago di Landro. Whether you're a seasoned mountaineer or simply a lover of…

A painter, tired of her monotonous day job, finally decides to quit and pursue her art full-time. She puts together a local exhibition to display her paintings that she has made over the years in order to start sharing her work and get her name out there. To her surprise, more people show up than she was expecting, and several even purchase some of her paintings. Seeing how well her artwork has been received gives her motivation and reassurance that she might be able to make a living from her passion after all. She immediately gets to work, painting as much as she can with all of her free time, no longer burdened by an emotionally and physically draining nine-to-five. She has enough money saved up to cover her rent…

https://www.youtube.com/embed/zXbp4o9N5kE Here’s a simple and very effective technique for creating a Black Background behind your subject when you don't have one … indoors or outdoors using just your camera and one flash! ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Glyn Dewis is a Photographer, Retoucher, Trainer and Photoshop World Instructor based in the UK. Working in both Studio and ‘On Location’ his main area of work sees him shooting Promotional and Commercial material for Musicians, Bands, Physique Athletes, Up and Coming Actors and other Industry Professionals. He also runs a series of workshops specifically concentrating on both Photography & Photoshop Compositing/Retouching Techniques. You can follow more of his work on his website, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.…

https://www.youtube.com/embed/ScCloUxsKyI Find out exactly what I think of the Nikon Z8 whilst shooting the woodlands, seascapes and mountains of Madeira. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: I am passionate about landscape photography and the great outdoors. Follow my adventures taking beautiful landscapes in the UK and US on my website, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube & Facebook. My aim is to inspire with Landscape photography tips and techniques.…

Most of us are used to using wide-angle lenses for genres such as landscape and architectural photography. But did you know that there are also ultra wide-angle lenses available? In this article, I’ll teach you all you need to know about ultra wide-angle lenses and how you can get the best out of them. WHAT IS AN ULTRA WIDE-ANGLE LENS? There’s some discussion around what constitutes an ultra wide-angle (ultrawide) lens but, in my opinion, it’s one that’s shorter than 16mm in focal length. Do note that a fisheye lens is not the same as an ultra wide-angle lens as these distort and curve the whole image – an ultrawide lens, which keeps straight lines straight. Just a quick note here – when I talk about ultrawide starting at around…

https://www.youtube.com/embed/u8fhPVEyRPA Making your photography captivating is a powerful tool in today’s digital world. Whether you're using images for social media posts, website displays, or other visual marketing materials, adding a border to a image can significantly elevate its impact. In this tutorial I am going to teach you how to easily put a border around your image using Photoshop. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: The School of Photography deliver high-quality photography courses online, in person and in books, and are a leading provider of photography education to schools and colleges in the UK. You can follow more from The School of Photography on their website, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.…

In this issue we feature Rafael García Luna, a Spanish multi-award winning and exhibited landscape and nature photographer. His list of awards is incredible as are his images, so much so that he’s been recognized by being featured in National Geographic. If you’re into landscape photography, this interview will be a treasure chest of helpful info that will give you an insight into how a top tier photographer gets the shot. What comes across is that Rafael is a humble guy who is incredibly talented and in love with what he does. Hope you enjoy. Photographic Speciality/Style: Landscape and Nature Photography Short Bio: I was born and raised in Córdoba, Andalusia (Spain). My passion for photography began at the age of 10 when I first held my father’s Minolta X-370.…

Whenever there are two siblings that work in the same profession, you can expect to see some interesting psychological dynamics play out. On the one hand, you can have two siblings that push each other to continually improve, and a slight rivalry can be a good thing. Take tennis superstars Venus and Serena Williams, for example. I don’t follow sports at all so I’m not even sure which one is a better tennis player, but that just goes to reinforce my point: if even I know about them, then they must be pretty good. On the other hand, the relationship between siblings can sometimes get messy and can even break down completely, as is the case with Oasis bandmates Liam and Noel Gallagher. Unlike tennis, I do follow music and…