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November Recommended Reads: São Paulo’s Atlantic Forest, Snowy Portraits, and More!
As the year winds down, catch a break with these hand-picked articles for photographers. From the top images in wildlife photography to lighting tips on snowy portraits and forest scenes, November has variety!
Expert photographers: What have you learned that you would tell beginners?
Recently, a discussion in the DPReview forums posed the question: "What have you learned that you would tell beginners?" We thought we'd share what your fellow readers had to say, along with some insight from our editors.
5 Tips for Capturing Stunning Forest Scenes
Photographing forests isn’t always straightforward. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the dense trees, tangled branches, and layers of textures that can make it difficult to find a clear shot. The forest can seem chaotic, but with a few simple techniques, you can transform a seemingly complex scene into a captivating photograph.
The Joy of Using Vintage Lenses on Modern Cameras
Modern lenses are perfectly sharp and crisp. But sometimes perfection can be overrated. Learn the benefits of using a vintage lens on a newer camera!
European Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2024
The German Society for Nature Photography (GDT) presents the award-winning images of the competition European Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2024. Jaime Rojo from Spain wins the competition with his image In the forest of the Monarchs.
Robert Downey Jr. Says He Will Sue Filmmakers Who Use AI to Recreate His Likeness
Robert Downey Jr. warned that he will sue filmmakers who use AI to recreate his likeness after he dies — as the actor makes his Broadway debut in a play about the dangers of the technology.
8-Bit Vs 16-Bit Images | A Visual Demonstration
Most photographers have probably heard about 8-bit vs 16-bit images, yet not thought about it very much. Those are two very small numbers, and they’re not very far apart either! However, the truth involves some staggering numbers, that are “miles” apart! This is why it is extremely important to understand how image bit depth works.
This photographer took 100,000 portraits in a single year. It changed his life
Can a creative project change your life? Photographer Sam Aziz discovered that it can, after embarking on a project to take portraits every day for an entire year along a single iconic street in his hometown of Philadelphia.
Deep in the Atlantic Forest of São Paulo
The state of São Paulo offers one of the largest remnants of the Atlantic Forest with a plethora of conservation areas virtually unknown to the rest of the world.
32 Photobooks for Everyone on Your Holiday Gift List
Legendary photographers. Iconic monographs. Thought-provoking essay books. Limited-edition photography gifts. Here is the ultimate guide to the best photobooks to give this holiday season.
Techniques for Beautiful Snowy Portraits
Photographing in snow presents unique challenges. The light is harsh, reflections are intense, and the cold can affect your equipment. But with the right techniques, you can transform a snowy scene into a beautifully lit portrait.