Photography Education Videos (Page 24)
From the Photoshop Tutorials by PHLEARN YouTube Channel:
Learning keyboard shortcuts is the best way to work faster and more efficiently in Photoshop. In today's episode, we explore 5 Keyboard Shortcuts that are sure to speed up your workflow in Photoshop.
Keyboard Shortcuts - Mac
Spacebar + CMD + Click & Drag - Precise Zoom
Use this keyboard shortcut to quickly zoom in and out of specific areas of a photo. Especially great for detailed editing work in Photoshop. Zoom in for detailed work, then zoom-out to see the results.
CTRL + ALT + Click & Drag - Change Brush Size and Hardness
Click & Drag Left and Right to change brush size. Click & Drag Up and Down to change brush hardness.
V, 1-9, 0 - Adjust Layer Opacity
To change layer opacity, first select the Move Tool by pressing "V". This will make any changes applicable to the layer, not a specific tool like the Brush Tool. Use the numbers on the top of the keyboard to correspond to layer opacity. "1" will make opacity 10%. "5" will make opacity 50%. OPTN + CMD + SHIFT + M - Add Layer Mask
Learn how to create keyboard shortcuts in this episode. There is no default keyboard shortcut for making a layer mask - we suggest making one to save time!
OPTN + CMD + SHIFT + S - Save for Web and Devices
To save images with the correct settings for display online, be sure to use "Save for Web and Devices"
Keyboard Shortcuts - PC
Spacebar + CTRL + Click & Drag - Precise Zoom
Use this keyboard shortcut to quickly zoom in and out of specific areas of a photo. Especially great for detailed editing work in Photoshop. Zoom in for detailed work, then zoom-out to see the results.
CTRL + ALT + Right-Click & Drag - Change Brush Size and Hardness
Right-Click & Drag Left and Right to change brush size. Right-Click & Drag Up and Down to change brush hardness.
V, 1-9, 0 - Adjust Layer Opacity
To change layer opacity, first select the Move Tool by pressing "V". This will make any changes applicable to the layer, not a specific tool like the Brush Tool. Use the numbers on the top of the keyboard to correspond to layer opacity. "1" will make opacity 10%. "5" will make opacity 50%.
ALT + CTRL + SHIFT + M - Add Layer Mask
Learn how to create keyboard shortcuts in this episode. There is no default keyboard shortcut for making a layer mask - we suggest making one to save time!
ALT + CTRL + SHIFT + S - Save for Web and Devices
To save images with the correct settings for display online, be sure to use "Save for Web and Devices"
B&H carries Adobe Photography Plan subscriptions.
From the B&H YouTube Channel:
Ever found yourself lost in the maze of codec options when shooting, editing, and delivering your video? You're not alone. In this video, Chase from Zacuto explains the basics of choosing and setting up your codecs for every step of your production. Concepts such as interframe vs. intraframe, color depth, and bitrates are explained as they pertain to your workflow.
From the B&H YouTube Channel:
The word on the street is that you simply cannot make sharp images with teleconverters (TCs) especially with the 2X. Nothing could be further from the truth. With some practice and good sharpness techniques you can learn to use TCs effectively to photograph small, distant, or shy subjects.
Teleconverters or multipliers come in a variety of strengths, most usually 1.4X and 2X. Nikon also offers a 1.7X TCE. Each will multiply your effective focal length by the factor in its name. A 1.4X TC will make your 400mm lens into a 560mm lens. A doubler, aka a 2X TC, will enable your 600mm lens to give you 1200mm of reach.
In this program, Arthur Morris, internationally noted bird photographer and educator, will share the tips and secrets that he has developed and used for more than three decades so that you too can use TCs to improve your photography. This program will be well-illustrated with Artie’s spectacular images of birds, wildlife, flowers, and even a few unexpected subjects.
B&H carries teleconverters.
In the video above, photographer Karl Taylor tours the Lee Filters manufacturing plant to discover how graduated NDs are made. Fast forward to the 4:10 minute mark to see Lee's surprising low-tech solution for achieving filter graduation.
B&H carries Lee graduated ND filters and the new Super Stopper 15-stop ND filter.
From the B&H YouTube Channel:
Just out of reach of the longest selfie stick and the lowest hovering helicopter, drones are the hottest technological force of the 21st century. The ancient human desire to take flight and see the world from a towering perspective is now available to the masses. So, how can you communicate a soaring visual story and elevate your artistry to new heights? Join award-winning photographer Chase Guttman, author of the upcoming Handbook of Drone Photography, as he guides you through the airspace of the newest photographic frontier.
Note: Shown above is the highlight reel from the event. The full version can be found here.
B&H carries aerial imaging platforms, aka drones.
From the B&H YouTube Channel:
Color calibration is an important process when taking and editing photos. With the Spyder5CAPTURE PRO bundle, it only takes a few steps to ensure perfect, consistent color in all your shots. The kit includes, the SpyderCHECKR to give your photos a color reference, the SpyderLENSCAL, to adjust autofocusing, the SpyderCube, to obtain perfect exposure, and the Spyder5Elite, for accurate monitor calibration.
B&H carries the Datacolor Spyder5CAPTURE PRO which currently qualifies for a $100.00 instant savings.
From the B&H YouTube channel:
Street photography has seen an incredible surge in popularity in recent years, and what better location than New York City to produce stunning street photos? From trendy SoHo corners to South Bronx housing projects, street photographer Derek Fahsbender has made a name for himself through his vivid photographs of life as it happens in the streets. In this highlight video, you will get a brief overview of the full video that includes the following: create dynamic images, from candid moments to intimate street portraits, as Derek takes you through his thought process and approach.
From the Canon Imaging Plaza YouTube Channel:
Find out the technology behind the camera lens, including how each lens is responsible for such roles as adjusting colors, distortion and focus, as well as changing the focal distance.
B&H carries Canon lenses.
From the B&H YouTube Channel:
One of the major differences between a snapshot and a beautifully crafted photo is the lighting. Using only available light limits where and when you can take photos. Adding flash gives you endless creative possibilities no matter where you go or what time of day or night. This lecture will first show you how to use as little as one off-camera Speedlite to control and create stand out photos. Then you'll learn how to use as many as 3 Speedlites to create studio quality masterpieces.
Full Version of Yes, You Need Flash!: https://youtu.be/W2S6A807pEQ
B&H carries photography lighting equipment.
From the Adobe Photoshop Lightroom YouTube Chanel:
Lightroom tips and tricks in 60 seconds or less from longtime Lightroom team member Benjamin Warde.
B&H carries Adobe Photography Plan subscriptions.
From the B&H YouTube Channel:
Get your creative juices flowing in this fun-filled class meant to educate and inspire! Fashion photographer Lindsay Adler breaks down her creative process and explains how she is able to come up with unique and eye-catching photographs time and time again!
You'll learn how to get creative in-camera without relying on special tools in Photoshop.
Lindsay shows you how to:
- Shoot double exposures in camera
- How to use mirrors or prisms for abstract effects
- Unique lighting techniques
- Creative bokeh effects
Plus several other approaches to ignite your creativity!
From the Joe McNally YouTube Channel:
Big Lights, Big City! A behind-the-scenes video (shot with Nikon’s D5) about creating a photo portfolio for a beautiful young dancer who just arrived in NYC. Follow Joe as he uses two new additions in Nikon’s line up, the D500 camera and the SB-5000 Speedlight, as he photographs this dynamic subject around town, in the studio and on stage.
B&H carries the following gear used for the video:
Canon USA has added two in-depth videos highlighting the 5D Mark IV's still image and video features.
Other Videos Featuring the Newly Announced Products
- Official Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Introduction (seen above)
- Introducing the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
- Introducing the Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM and EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Lenses
- Introducing the Canon Wi-Fi Adapter W-E1
- Canon EOL Lindsay Adler with the EOS 5D Mark IV
- Canon Explorer of Light & EOS 5D Mark IV Sample Movie: The Search for Secret Waters
- Canon EOS 5D Mark IV: Official Time Lapse Sample Movie
- Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Sample Movie: Trip to the Beach
- Making of Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Sample Movie: Trip to the Beach
- Canon EOS Movie: High Frame Rate Movie HD 120P
- Canon EOS 5D Mark IV HDR
And here are a couple of Canon Digital Learning Center articles relevant to the 5D Mark IV (previously posted):
B&H has the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV available for preorder. Click here for all the latest preorder links.
From the B&H YouTube Channel:
Speedliting expert Syl Arena was one of the first photographers to test the new Canon 430EX III-RT and he came away impressed. In his presentation, Syl shares his insights and tips about the Canon 430EX III-RT and how he creates amazing shots with Canon Speedlites.
Note: The video above is the event's highlight reel. You can find the full video here.
Want more info? Check out Bryan's full review of the Canon Speedlite 430EX III-RT.
B&H carries the Canon Speedlite 430EX III-RT.
From the Adobe Photoshop Lightroom YouTube Channel:
Lightroom tips and tricks in 60 seconds or less from longtime Lightroom team member Benjamin Warde.
B&H carries Adobe Photography Plan subscriptions.
While some of these tips may seem a little obvious, they're all worth considering if interested in investing in a gimbal stabilizer system. Note that the video author's tip for using a quick release doesn't mention that a completely enclosed QR system – like the Manfrotto RC2 – would be best to ensure quick setup/breakdown without the need for rebalancing. With an Arca-style QR system, it's difficult to get the plate identically positioned when mounting. And when it comes to stabilizers, "close" won't usually cut it. [Sean]
B&H carries gimbal stabilizers.
From the Cinecom.net YouTube Channel:
A camera slider is a wonderful tool to add cinematic movement to your shots. In this video you'll learn 5 creative tricks with your DSLR camera slider.
Exactly 3 years ago we published a tutorial video about different ways you could use a camera slider. We got so many great reactions on it that we had to create another video! This time we share 5 more creative tricks and tips with a camera slider.
See the Original 10 Slider Tricks Video here.
B&H carries camera sliders.
Speaking as a guy who loves capturing outdoor portraits with strobes while underexposing the ambient, I thought this was a fairly neat trick. That said, setting up an 8x8 diffusion frame, hanging the net and then sandbagging the whole thing means that Joel Grimes (and crew) probably spent just as much time (or more) setting up this scrim as I would setting up a strobe, power pack and light modifier. Also, this doesn't look to be a very flexible option as moving the setup would take a lot of time and work.
That said, a diffusion panel and net would be a more reliable solution as there aren't any electronic components to fail and battery power is not required. And compared to a high-power monolight solution, the scrim is probably a less expensive option. [Sean]
From the F.J. Westcott YouTube Channel:
Have you ever had trouble shooting in full sun? World renowned commercial portrait photographer Joel Grimes discusses how to cut bright sunlight and backgrounds in this portrait tutorial.
B&H carries Westcott Scrim Jim Cine products.
From the Profoto US YouTube Channel:
Lin & Jirsa Photography shares their secrets to achieving unique and creative wedding imagery in this behind-the-scenes video series. Learn how they use Profoto Off-Camera Flash to control light to match their creative vision and overcome wedding day challenges.
B&H carries the Profoto B2 Off-Camera Flashes.
From the Adobe Photoshop Lightroom YouTube channel:
Lightroom tips and tricks in 60 seconds or less from longtime Lightroom team member Benjamin Warde.
B&H carries Adobe Photography Plan subscriptions.
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