Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 135 i Photography Masterclass Magazine

Understanding depth of field ranks as a key skill in photography. While opinions may differ, we firmly believe that once you grasp the concept, your photos are going to see a significant improvement. To put it simply, depth of field refers to a range of distances around your subject, known as the focal plane, that appear sharply defined. There’s no sudden shift from sharp to blurry; instead, it’s a gradual transition. Depth of field is often categorized as either a small depth of field or a large depth of field. Consider a close-up portrait where the subject’s face is in focus while the background takes a backseat in a pleasant blur – this is a small depth of field. On the flip side, a sprawling landscape where every detail is…

In this captivating film, I've condensed the city’s charm into a time-lapse movie that will leave you in awe. Explore Strasbourg’s stunning landmarks, from the iconic Strasbourg Cathedral with its intricate Gothic architecture to the charming La Petite France neighborhood with its timber-framed houses, all in the blink of an eye. Watch as boats glide gracefully through the canals, the heart of this city’s unique and romantic ambiance. Witness the changing moods of the city as day turns into night, and thousands of lights illuminate Strasbourg’s streets and riverbanks. Let the music carry you through this visual journey, composed to complement the beauty of Strasbourg and elevate your viewing experience. Whether you're planning a visit, reminiscing about your time in Strasbourg, or simply seeking a few moments of escapism, this…

https://www.youtube.com/embed/uz-zy9O-Uro In this video I share some thoughts around choosing your focal length in street photography. My focal length journey took me from 85mm, to 50mm, to 35mm, to 28mm, and each had something to teach me as I worked to take better images on the street. Hopefully some of the advice I offer here will help you find your own focal length of choice. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: My name is Toms Jurjaks and being in nature and taking pictures is my passion. I also do YouTube videos because I love to teach stuff. You can find more of my work on my website, Instagram and YouTube.…

https://www.youtube.com/embed/GMbbGaSZXsY Shallow depth of field is a great way to pull focus straight to your subject by blurring the background. Not only that, the blur, also known as the "Bokeh," also provides distinct aesthetic qualities to your image. While the usual choice of lenses for great shallow depth are the primes with fast apertures, you can still achieve great depth using a zoom lens and some in-camera tips maximize the effect. In this video, we'll be walking through 5 easy tips to get great bokeh and depth in your portraits. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: SLR Lounge is a photography community dedicated to providing photography tutorials, Lightroom Tutorials, Photoshop Tutorials, photography news and more! As long as it is photography related, we will discuss it! Follow on our website, Facebook, YouTube or…

https://www.youtube.com/embed/k8_mDsAXcpY In this video I'm going through the basics of editing of a few infrared landscape images (shot with a modified camera) using Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop for the Editing and the Adobe DNG Profile Editor to create a custom camera profile. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Christian Möhrle is a landscape photographer based in southern Germany & has been shooting landscapes since 2009. His goal to become one of the best landscape photographers in Germany while still doing it just as a hobby. On his way to achieve this, he publishes post processing videos using Lightroom, Photoshop and other helpful tools, as well as doing timelapse videos. Follow more of his work on Instagram and YouTube…

Photography is all about telling stories, and the lens you choose plays a huge role in how those stories unfold. Today, we're diving into the world of prime lenses. We’ll explore why these lenses matter, how they sharpen your skills, and why having a mix in your camera bag can take your photos to the next level. So, grab your camera and let’s get down to the nitty-gritty of prime lenses and why you should have them in your bag. DEBUNKING THE MYTH: ARE PRIME LENSES REALLY BETTER THAN ZOOM LENSES? In the ongoing debate between prime and zoom lenses, the notion that one is definitively superior to the other is a common misconception. Each has its strengths, and the choice ultimately depends on your specific needs as a photographer.…

Great portraits start with the person in front of the camera feeling relaxed. BUT how do you help someone to be relaxed? Here’s 5 ways that I use ALL the time and work a treat! 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/UDWmJtAEnF8 After 12 years of using Lightroom and retouching over 100 000 photos including 1000’s of my students I have developed a very easy 5-step process that works on every single landscape image 90% of the time. I see so many photographers ruining their photos by over or under-retouching their photos. Try these 5 steps and presets on your photos, hope it works! ABOUT THE AUTHOR: I’m passionate about photography. I specialize in landscapes, cities and interior designs. I love to learn new photography or retouching techniques and share them. I like very dramatic type photos, inspired by world famous movies. I think that creating images for people to enjoy is the most amazing job in the world. For more tutorials visit my website or YouTube channel, or view my…

https://www.youtube.com/embed/F1Vi0fqHunw In this video I share some thoughts around choosing your focal length in street photography. My focal length journey took me from 85mm, to 50mm, to 35mm, to 28mm, and each had something to teach me as I worked to take better images on the street. Hopefully some of the advice I offer here will help you find your own focal length of choice. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Sean Tucker is a Photographer and Filmmaker based in London. His stills work focuses on Portraiture and Street Photography, and he runs a YouTube Channel where he seeks to inspire and encourage other creative people on their own journeys. Follow him on his website, YouTube and Instagram…