How is this style of lighting achieved? What I mean specifically is a obvious lack (or minimal presence) of shadows. These images look as if the models were superimposed onto a plain colour block. I understand that there is a element of volume lighting trying to create light box around the model but I’d like to understand the specifics? :)) submitted by /u/cheesecake-queen

Best Culling Software For Mass Culling? Hi all! I am a college student who works for my student newspaper and is a freelance concert photographer. My normal shoots end with a couple of thousand photos, which I have been importing into Lightroom. The images are not full quality until loaded, but most importantly, they are slow, and I need to speed it up. I need to refine my workflow an…

Tamron 70-300 vs Sony 70-300 for Sony a6400? I can’t decide between the Tamron and Sony 70-300 because of the pros and cons of both lenses. The Sony has image stabilization and that is useful for my Sony a6400 since it doesn’t have ibis and has more controls on the lens it’s self but the Tamron is so much cheaper so I can’t decide between the two. I could buy a used Sony 70-300 but is it w…

Trying to figure out if my camera body or lens is causing soft/mis-focused images in some cases? I have a Nikon D7000 with some primes. I have two older Nikkor D lenses, 50mm 1.8, and 85mm 1.8. And also a more modern “G” lens: 35mm 1.8. Recently ive been doing bird photography. nothing crazy or exotic, just going to my public park and taking pictures of sparrows, seaguls, pigeons, geese. For this ive been taking with me my longest lens whic…

Beginner photographer, needing some advice for first camera? i have $800usd (1500nzd) looking at purchasing first camera for photography. any suggestions would be appreciated (: tia submitted by /u/Intelligent_Eagle997

Focusing in very low light for on-camera flash? During events i’m using an on camera flash, i have a hard time focusing my camera of subjects because i have to turn down the exposure so much for the flash. I’ve tried just upping the F stop and trying to focus manually but the results are rather mixed. Any tips?? submitted by /u/Illustrious-Square-6

how to get this look? I’m obsessed with Jeremy Soma’s style. I’m self taught when it comes to editing and I’m wondering any tips on how to set myself best for shots like these, and what a good process for post would be? I know the studio and outdoor approaches are very different. I’m newly experimenting with flash outdoors (got my first v1 pro C:)) submitted by …

How do you create a cinematic vibe with just lighting and posing? Hi everyone! Lately, I’ve been experimenting with creating cinematic vibes in my photography using dramatic lighting and natural poses. Here’s one of my recent shots (attached below) that I feel captures the mood, but I’m curious about how others approach this. What are your go-to tips for achieving that cinematic look? Is it more about the ligh…

how do I get into concert photography? I want to get into concert photography but don’t know how i’d get about it, i go to a lot of concerts and am nervous about taking my point and shoot or EOS because i don’t want to get turned away, is it best to start off by using my phone to build a portfolio and update it over time?, thank you in advance for any advice submitted by /u/D…

Is this just the color grading that makes it look like this?(make the colors pop in that certain manner) submitted by /u/Consistent-Editor-87

How to improve tattoo photos? Hello all! I’m trying to get my tattoos to look much more professional. I have acquired a light box and a polarizing lens but I’m limited to my phone for pictures. What can I do to make these more appealing? I would love a dark or super light background but I can’t figure it out. Also, I haven’t used the light box yet, just been relying on dayli…

Any tips on how to disassemble this softbox? Finally got a new lighting kit and new soft boxes, and I’m trying to break down my old equipment, but I have absolutely no idea how to break down my soft boxes. I always just kept them assembled unfortunately. Can find plenty of info about assembling them, but not much on how to break them down. Any help or guides would be great! Thank you!! It’…

What camera backpacks to buy under 150€? Hi! I’ve been looking for a waterproof camera backpack to hold one camera body and several lenses with flash with a roll top maybe to store a jacket or un umbrella as I’m doing my work in all sorts of weather half the time. What do you recommend and what are your experiences with backpacks? Been using the Vanguard Veo but it seems to be fallong …

Used sony a7iii for 600? Is it good or scam submitted by /u/Select-Conference31

What should I get as a first camera? I’m an automotive “photographer” but I still shoot on phone. I’m looking to buy my first actual camera. I don’t have a very big budget, what would you recommend? submitted by /u/Sweet_Ad_5600

Real estate photography kit around 2500$? Hello I’m budgeting 2500$ for a camera and lens, real estate photography only Full frame, mirrorless Which options would you recommend? submitted by /u/MchemistS

Best way to spend money on equipment as a beginner? I really enjoy photography and was looking to upgrade from my iPhone 13 Pro camera. I was eyeballing the Canon T7 as a nice DSLR to start with, but I heard the standard lens that it comes with (15-55mm) isn’t the best? If that’s the case, I was thinking about buying a used T7 body, and then just buying a couple lenses to meet my needs. Would th…

Why did my A7iii focus on the concrete instead of the cat? I don’t have the auto focus set to animal eyes but it still seems like the camera should have focused on the cat instead of the concrete. Sony A7iii, Sony 24-105 F4 1/250, f10 , iso 2500 submitted by /u/AVguardian-

Instax or polaroid printer for phone retro photos? Hello I am completely new to entire cameras and photos printing thing so im looking for some advice! I love taking pictures with my phone but I would love for them to look more retro and be able to print them in polaroid picture kind of format (not necesary!). I only know about polaroid and fujifilm but im not entirely sure what to buy at this p…

Am I expecting too much? I’m thinking my pictures could be sharper when comparing my photos to other peoples’. Do I just need to improve my steady handheld shots, or do you think this is the sharpest I’ll be getting with a crop sensor? I just need someone to tell me if I’m pixel peeping too much, or if there’s actual room for improvement here. And please be kind! Shot w…