#Ask Photography

Offers a space to ask all sorts of questions about photography, from business to composition.

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How are these photos being created? Artist has stated that no photoshop is used.

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How are these photos being created? Artist has stated that no photoshop is used. As mentioned in title, the artist has mentioned in comments that they do not use any photoshop or AI to create these images. So how is it done? Reflections, wax sheets, filters? Aggressive de-texturization in post? There IS post-processing involved, but not any in-depth Photoshop filter use, according to the artist. submitted by /u/cha…

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What are the best cameras and lenses for nature enthusiasts?

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What are the best cameras and lenses for nature enthusiasts? Hello all, I am currently an intermediate photographer with a Canon M50 MII (15-45mm kit lens). I feel like I don’t get out with my camera much, as I am mostly interested in nature, particularly birds. I like outdoor walks and hikes, so I want something that can be handheld and easily carried, without having to worry about the lens being too hea…

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Help – Camera for Teen?

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Help – Camera for Teen? My 16 year old daughter wants a digital camera for Christmas. The main feature she would like is Bluetooth to send pictures directly to her phone and friends. We are not looking to spend $500 or more, so what cameras would you recommend? Something Bluetooth but actually takes decent quality pictures? submitted by /u/RNJ24

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Upgrading camera-advice on which camera I should buy please?

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Upgrading camera-advice on which camera I should buy please? Hello, I am a newish hobby photographer. I have been teaching myself on my old canon rebel t2i. I have the kit lens, and 50mm and 35mm canon lenses currently. I am finally ready to upgrade my camera and want some advice on what camera I should purchase. I am considering the canon r7 currently as well as the r6 mark II. Can anyone give me advice …

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Diffuser/Reflector for SO?

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Diffuser/Reflector for SO? I am looking at buying my SO a diffuser/reflector for Christmas. The one they currently have is too small. The current one also has all the different filters that can be placed over it to achieve different light quality. I saw this one on amazon and am wondering peoples thoughts on it. If anyone has any other suggestions, please offer them!!! Th…

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How to achieve this holographic effect?

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How to achieve this holographic effect? How much of it is post production and how much are camera settings? I know it’s usually achieved with led light and longer exposure, but I see no movement here. I am confused and want to replicate this effect. https://preview.redd.it/egzmf7zamb3e1.jpg?width=2400&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=50b4e0d5387ff392b6f8436950f6dc0178516931 submitted by …

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What are some questions I can ask a potential wedding photographer to see if they are legit/know their stuff?

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What are some questions I can ask a potential wedding photographer to see if they are legit/know their stuff? I am shopping around for photographers and want the best for the dollar of course. Should I ask questions like what their current camera setup looks like? What software do you use to touch up photos? If you could have any camera to work with, what would it be? What do you like about it? How do you change your strategy when it comes to shooting i…

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FOR THE LOVE OF FILTERS, can I please have some recommendations? UV, ND, & Polarizer.

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FOR THE LOVE OF FILTERS, can I please have some recommendations? UV, ND, & Polarizer. As the title says, Im looking for recommendations for lens filters. I don’t have a budget, but I’m also not looking to get something just because it’s the most expensive. Ideally, I just want to get the highest quality item I can get. All of them 77mm Screw on filters: 1) A UV filter with some sort of anti reflective coating. 2) A 1-6 stop adju…

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Will the airport x-Ray scammers in America and Canada ruin my film?

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Will the airport x-Ray scammers in America and Canada ruin my film? I’m flying to New York from the UK, then from New York to Edmonton, then to LA and then back to the UK. So my film will go 4 airport scanners in the space of 2 weeks, will this ruin it? Any help is appreciated. (My film will all be 400 iso and below) OOPS I MEANT SCANNERS NOT SCAMMERS submitted by /u/PlaceNearTheRiver

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Can you help me pick?

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Can you help me pick? Ive been looking for a new camera for a while now and i just dont know if the fujifilm xt30 ii would fit better for me or the sony a7r ii, Im not a professional but i really enjoy high quality pictures and i found out the sony cybershot h400 that i have is just not “it” for me. Things im planning to do: Nice quality travel and exploring pictures…

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Best digital camera under 1300 CAD?

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Best digital camera under 1300 CAD? Hi, my spouse loves shooting with an analog camera but is eager to switch to a digital camera. I want to surprise her since Black Friday is here. My budget is up to 1,300 CAD. She usually enjoys outdoor photography and is experienced in this field, but this will be her first digital camera. Since I don’t know much about photography, which camera…

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Under $400 digital camera for travel/hobby?

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Under $400 digital camera for travel/hobby? Hi I’m looking to buy a digital camera for someone. Can be new or used but reasonably priced. Something easy to travel around with and takes better quality pictures than an iPhone. Easy to download pictures as well. Any suggestions? submitted by /u/AmbitiousShow8951

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24mm 1.8 vs Sigma 18-50mm 2.8?

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24mm 1.8 vs Sigma 18-50mm 2.8? Hi, I got myself an Canon r10 with 18-45 kit lens. Now im thinking of getting a new lens. Im going to be using it for travel and for kids indoor programs (school plays, sports..) For the sigma 18-50mm 2.8 can I get bokeh shots on it as well? For the travel part I’m trying to go light because there is going a lot of walking so I don’t really want…

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Storytelling Courses?

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Storytelling Courses? Hi everyone, I’m really wanting to shift to more documentary/lifestyle photography and with that just want more resources on the storytelling aspect of it all. Does anyone have good photographers, YouTube channels, courses that they would recommend for enhancing this area? Thanks! submitted by /u/Fearless_Category_82

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Help me find a picture?

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Help me find a picture? Hey swarm! I need some help find a post of a user here on reddit again. I am not sure if it was here or in another channel, sadly :(. It was so inspiring for me but I forget to bookmark and save it. It was some kind of portrait art of a girl lighting up a cigarette. It was on a rooftop with some green (I think) lighting from the left side from a…

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?So I’m Needing some advice here

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?So I’m Needing some advice here So I had just gotten this 50-500mm sigma lens on eBay for my canon Rebel T7, and the autofocus won’t did, did I get screwed over on it or is the lens not compatable for the T7 submitted by /u/FatPhrogNibs

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Camera & lens recommendations- best value for money (photos&videos)?

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Camera & lens recommendations- best value for money (photos&videos)? Looking for some recommendations to change from DSLR to mirrorless (full frame is a plus but crop is also ok, no M4/3 pls). What would be the most VALUE FOR MONEY camera for both photos and videos ? What I use the camera for – Cinematic vlogging hence fast auto focus and auto stabilization would be essential -Portrait & Landscape & Food photogra…

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