Wendell Weithers
Creative Christmas Portraits With Minimal Gear
We sometimes fall into the trapping belief that what we don’t have holds us back from creating beautiful imagery; a particular lens, lighting gear, a studio, or access to a particular location. However, a strong understanding of photography fundamentals can help you make the most of a shoot even when you have the least. In …
How To Clean Your Camera Sensor | DSLR or Mirrorless
Sensor cleaning is a daunting task, but a necessary one. You can go the expensive route of taking it in to have it done by a professional, ignore it until you no longer can ignore it anymore or figure out how to safely and carefully do it yourself. In any case, sensor cleaning is a …
11 Pieces Of Food Photography Equipment At Any Price Level
While it may be true that you don’t need the most expensive gear to produce good photography, each genre of has its specific tips, tricks, and tools. The various fields are very advanced and are filled with some amazing photographers who employ a variety of techniques and gear that may leave you puzzled as to …
Sigma 70mm f2.8 DG Macro ART Lens Review | Super Sharp With Pretty Bokeh But Has Its Quirks
The Sigma 70mm f/2.8 DG Macro ART lens is the company’s newest lens in the lauded Art Series. At $569, it is also the most affordable entry in the aforementioned lineup. It was an unexpected but welcomed addition that Sigma snuck in when it announced that their entire set of Global Vision primes was coming …
Fujifilm Updates Lens RoadMap | New Fujifilm Angle Zoom & Super Telephoto Prime Lenses!
Fujifilm is looking to expand its boundaries
Super Telephoto Lenses | Sony 400mm f2.8 GM v The Super Telephoto Lens Market
With the Announcement of the Sony 400mm f2.8 GM, Sony enters a segment of the market that, until now, remains firmly in the grasp of DSLR cameras. However, this is only the first gust of the winds of change as Sony’s A9 finally has a lens with extended reach and speed to pair with its power. …
New Samyang 85mm f1.4 Lens For Canon Full Frame
Samyang has announced a new 85mm f1.4 autofocus lens for Canon full frame cameras. It is the latest addition to the new autofocus capable lineup that flaunts a new design and determination to step up a rung or two in the third party market. This announcement reveals the offering is currently for Canon only, but it’s …
Leica Announces 12 finalists for 2018 Leica Oskar Barnack Award
Few brands carry the mystic of Leica. Its allure is esoteric in nature, endearing itself to those with deep pockets and a penchant for chasing the light. It is no surprise that when this company holds a competition geared towards recognizing photographic excellence, it draws attention and some talented artists. The company has announced the …
Instagram Better | How To Split Images For Seamless Panoramas For Instagram
Instagram has continuously evolved the way in which we share our images. The seamless panorama is a feature you may have come across on the platform but never knew how to create on your own. There are apps that can do this for you but, if you want to take a DIY approach, you can …
Lighting Tips | Learn How To Recognize Good Light For Landscape Photography
When you’re looking for a good source of reflected light, you’re also looking for an environment whose elements have characteristics that cause the light to bounce off the various surfaces and create an appealing image with an alluring contrast and color. Instead of finding ways to control or subdue the ambient light, you enlist nature …
Portrait Challenge | 4 Photographers Style Showcase
Photography challenges are an interesting trend online that demonstrate how every photographer has a unique approach to the art. But, more than that, it reveals how every photographer needs to actively train their creative eye in order to stand out. Jessica Kobeissi recently released another episode in her series of videos of portrait comparisons in …
