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DPC posted in the group Portrait Photography
DPC’s one-day Posing Course incorporates the renowned Roberto Valenzuela’s Posing system, a method we highly recommend alongside his book, “Picture Perfect Posing.” While we gear up for next year’s course dates, here’s a tutorial to tide you over!
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DPC posted in the group Portrait Photography
We're compiling a tutorial on the best lenses for portrait photography and would appreciate your input, especially if you're a seasoned portrait photographer. --- If you had to choose, which lens would be your staple for portraits? We're focusing on the classic Prime and Zoom options that are most commonly used for portraiture. Cast your vote and please elaborate on your selection in the comments below.
What's your indispensable portrait lens? You can select up to two lenses if you're torn between favourites, but please limit your choice to two. After voting, please give us more context about your choice in the comments below!
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For the prime, I have to go with the 50mm. I am not a seasoned photographer, but the affordable nifty-fifty has served me well, and I have been able to catch a couple of good images with it. The 1.8 50s, including those for the mirrorless, are affordable, sharp (in my opinion) lenses. Getting into photography, this is a great lens. I have,…Read More
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DPC posted in the group Portrait Photography
Brian Smith on Portrait Psycology.
Brian delves into the most crucial element of portrait photography, which surprisingly isn’t about gear or settings. Instead, it’s the significance of establishing a rapport with your subjects, aptly described as ‘portrait psychology’.
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DPC posted in the group Daily Photo Digest
Alexander Hesler. Studio Portrait of Abraham Lincoln, Chicago, 1860
Photo Credit: Library of CongressAlexander Hesler was a noted American photographer active in the 19th century, renowned for his portraits of prominent figures of his time. One of his most famous subjects was Abraham Lincoln.
The most notable photographs taken by Hesler of…Read More
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John Griffin posted in the group Wildlife Photography
‘Close Combat’
5DMk4, Tamron 150-600mm, 1/2500 sec at F6.3, ISO 8000, Edit in Lightroom. Two Crowned Hornbills sorting out their differences. Taken at Burchells Bush Lodge just outside Kruger Gate.
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What an action shot John! Drama at its best. Thanks for sharing
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Thanks Bruna
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Luke Brouwers posted in the group Photo Themes
New life starting in a desert landscape in Namibia.
CANON 90D, 1/500the sec, at f4.5, ISO 400, 100mm (EF 100-400) f4.5-5.6 IS USM Tripod used and edited in Photoshop.
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Luke Brouwers posted in the group Travel and Landscape Photography
“Serenity”
CANON 70D, 1/400th sec2f/5.6, ISO 100, 24mm(EF24-105mm) F4L IS USM, Tripod used.Three photos stitched together and converted to B&W and edited in Lightroom. Full disclosure the birds were added in during post production. This image was in the Top 10 of the Photo Africa awards in the landscape category in 2022.
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DPC posted in the group Daily Photo Digest
Theodor Jung. Eighty-three-year-old settler to be resettled, near Chillicothe, Ohio, 1936 (Nitrate Negative)
Photo Credit: Library of Congress, The Crowley CompanyI downloaded this remarkable portrait from the Library of Congress, along with other striking images. This one stood out immediately for its vivid portrayal of humanity. The elderly…Read More
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Luke Brouwers posted in the group Travel and Landscape Photography
Popa Falls
CANON 90D, 0.8 sec at f/20 Iso100, 10mm(SIGMA10-20mm). I used a higher fstop to slow down the shutter just a little. Edited in Lightroom and Photoshop.On of my favorite subjects to photograph is moving water especially with a slow shutter speed. Image below was taken on a trip to Namibia last year, we were fortunate enough to be there…Read More
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For a prime lens, my favourite is the 85mm f/1.4. I don’t own one but often find myself borrowing it. It’s an exceptional lens for portraits, although the Canon version is quite pricey. I’m considering the Canon RF 85mm F2 MACRO IS STM as an alternative. Its 1:2 macro feature makes it versatile, good for portraits, and ideal for product…Read More