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In this video, learn how Deanne Fitzmaurice finds opportunities and pushes boundaries to tell a well-rounded photo story while working with athletes and celebrities.
0:00 - Introduction
1:30 - Overview
3:11 - How Fitzmaurice’s Career Started
8:29 - Photographing Celebrities and Athletes
43:54 - Q&A
How do you tell stories with your photos? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
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Super-telephoto lenses and wildlife photography go hand-in-hand. These longer focal length primes and zooms allow you to get closer, seemingly, and fill your frame with distant subjects, like wild animals. Traditionally, these lenses also tend to house some of the most advanced and robust focusing systems, often feature built-in image stabilization, and usually sport weather-sealed exteriors. This past year was a fruitful year for wildlife lens releases, with many brands introducing a new super-telephoto or two to match the evolution and
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“The eye should learn to listen before it looks.” – Robert Frank
Australian photographer Wayne Quilliam used to consider his camera as a tool, but today it’s become his “companion.” This is just one of the inspiring takeaways from our chat for the new monthly podcast series, “Picturing World Cultures.”
Above photograph © Wayne Quilliam
Listen in as Quilliam describes his journey—from growing up on the island state of Tasmania knowing little about his indigenous roots, to gaining a fascination with culture while traveling with the Royal
What a year it has been. We have had a nearly constant stream of announcements featuring high-profile releases almost every week. Now that we have hit the holiday season and get a slight break in the announcement schedule (but not with the deals!) we want to look back at some of the more interesting trends from the year. Today, we are going to focus on something that has been used in
Mirrorless camera technology continues to evolve in 2023. Though some people want to define a camera as "video-centric" or "built for stills," some of the best cameras manage to balance the two by taking the so-called "hybrid" path. Compared to, say, a cine camera, the inability to pin down what a mirrorless camera is or should do makes it a highly versatile platform capable of anything from everyday photo taking to high-budget Hollywood productions. To see manual focus, stills-only rangefinders sharing a space with the first mirrorless
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In this fifth and final part of our Outdoor Portrait Photography Series, join Nikon Ambassador Jerry Ghionis in the desert as he creates high-end portraiture using an off-camera flash during sunset. You'll learn how to balance low ambient light with one flash as the sun sinks below the horizon.
0:00 - Today’s Photoshoot
0:43 - Silhouettes and Multiple Exposure
2:33 - Off-Camera Flash
5:14 - No Flash
6:20 - Recap
We hope you enjoyed this five-part series! Did you learn anything new? What was your favorite part? Share your thoughts and
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Nikon Ambassador Jerry Ghionis believes that a reflector is just as effective as a flash. But how do you use a reflector? Should you use the white, gold, or silver side? In Part 4 of our Outdoor Portrait Photography Series, join Ghionis on an outdoor photo shoot as he explains how to use a reflector and natural light for high-end portraiture.
0:00 - Using the Environment to Reflect Natural Light
3:56 - Reflector and Natural Light
10:32 - Diffuser
Do reflectors and diffusers factor into your photography? Tell us how you use them in the
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Even when there's harsh sunlight, the location is "ugly," and you don’t have an off-camera flash, high-end portraits are possible! In Part 3 of our Outdoor Portrait Photography Series, Nikon Ambassador Jerry Ghionis shows you how to find good natural lighting and how to pose your models. Join him for an outdoor photoshoot in downtown Las Vegas.
0:00 - 5 Steps for a Great Photograph
0:34 - Setup 1
3:41 - Setup 2
10:01 - Setup 3
13:59 - Recap and What's Next?
Are you a pro at using natural light in your shots? Share your tips in the Comments
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While the photographer's skill and technique help make a portrait great, understanding how to prepare for your shoot and what gear you’ll need is a vital aspect of photography. In Part 2 of our Outdoor Portrait Photography Series, Nikon Ambassador Jerry Ghionis shares how he plans his shoots and explains the thought process behind his gear selection. He also discusses what options might work for you, regardless of if your setup is minimal or in “beast” mode.
0:00 – Prepping and Location Scouting
2:37 - Cameras and Lenses
7:57 - Ghionis’s Gear
Fashion photography undertakes the deceptively difficult task of capturing the nature and spirit of a garment while conveying the designer's underlying vision. Doing so successfully already requires immense skill and artistry, so it helps to have the right camera for the job. We’ll be looking at a few cameras suitable for fashion photography, as well as some camera fundamentals to help inform your future purchase. Let’s begin with essential features.
Camera Sensor
Your camera’s sensor should be your first consideration, because it is
So, you've decided to dive into the captivating world of portrait photography, but now you may be wondering, "What kind of lens would be best for me?" Let's look at various focal lengths, examine the differences between lenses, and explain how they impact your work. We'll also discuss the pros and cons of prime lenses and zoom lenses for portrait photography.
Your choice of focal length plays a pivotal role in framing your subject and influencing the final look of your photographs. As we delve into this topic, you'll notice that mid-telephoto
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Grab your camera and get out there with this new outdoor portrait photography series! Nikon Ambassador Jerry Ghionis takes us around Las Vegas to demonstrate the ins and outs of outdoor portrait photography. From the gear you’ll need to utilizing natural light, modifiers, strobes, and more, you'll walk away with a new skill set at your disposal.
Check out the other parts of this series:
Part 2: Research Tips and
B&H is back from break and, if you like lenses, we have great news for you. Nikon has the biggest launch of the bunch with the NIKKOR Z 600mm f/6.3 VR S Lens. Its phase fresnel element makes this lens smaller and lighter than traditional super teles. Meanwhile, Canon went in the complete opposite direction with the RF
Super-telephoto and handheld don't always go together, but Nikon has mixed the two concepts with the new NIKKOR Z 600mm f/6.3 VR S lens—its lightest prime super-telephoto yet, for nimble handling and great reach. This Z-mount lens will be a difference-maker for birders, sports shooters, and wildlife photographers looking for a more compact lens option without sacrificing on focal length, optics, or lens performance.
With several new products to discuss, the last few days leading up to B&H's holiday break have been pretty exciting. Nikon dropped an optic with a new name, the ultra-high-performance NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena Lens. Meanwhile, DJI shared yet another announcement this year: the Mini 4 Pro, which