Nature Photography How To

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Ron Leach  |  Sep 26, 2024  | 

Landscape photographers are barraged by a bunch of "conventional rules," but here's the deal: Many of these widely accepted guidelines may be conventional, but they're not always the best way to proceed—especially when it comes to composing outdoor scenes with wide-angle lenses.

Ron Leach  |  Oct 10, 2023  | 

Most new photographers begin their creative journey by learning a bunch of so-called "rules" to  help them develop their craft. But here's the deal: while many of these guidelines are great for beginners, they may actually inhibit growth as your skills become more advanced.

Ron Leach  |  May 08, 2024  | 

Today's post-processing lesson reveals a versatile and very effective tutorial for editing just about any photos you capture outdoors, from landscape shots, wildlife images, and a variety of other nature scenes. What you'll learn will help selectively boost detail in a realistic manner.

Ron Leach  |  Mar 07, 2022  | 

Let’s face it: Not all of us have the time or means to go on safari to photograph exotic animals in their natural habitat. The next best option is a trip to the local zoo with a long lens, and that can be a load of fun.

Ron Leach  |  Jan 12, 2023  | 

We all strive to capture eye-catching photos that immediately grab attention, and part of the secret is being prepared to take advantage of every photo opportunity you confront. In the eye-opening tutorial below you learn what one pro calls “the essential elements that every stunning image has in common.”

Ron Leach  |  May 01, 2024  | 

Understanding how Lightroom's Masking tools work is an essential component of making selective enhancements to various parts of a scene to achieve a final image with perfectly balanced tones. If you're having difficultly creating clean results, this straightforward tutorial is just what you need.

Ron Leach  |  Feb 08, 2023  | 

We’re always looking for shooting and editing tips that provide a unique look and give Shutterbug readers ideas for creating a style of their own. If landscape photography is your thing and you want to try something different, the tutorial below is for you.

Ron Leach  |  Jan 30, 2024  | 

Most outdoor photographers understand that mid-day light is one of the worst times to shoot. That's because at this time of day illumination tends to be harsh—thereby resulting in boring, unimpressive results. And this holds true whether you're photographing landscapes, wildlife, and even environmental portraits.

Ron Leach  |  Mar 02, 2024  | 

There's no better way to elevate your skills than by watching an acclaimed pro demonstrate the shooting and image-editing techniques that contribute to his success. In this episode French photographer Serge Ramelli walks you through what he says are, "eight Lightroom tips that will change your life."

Ron Leach  |  Jan 03, 2023  | 

“To do or NOT to do?” That’s today’s question, as one of Shutterbug readers’ favorite instructors reveals “seven beginner mistakes that every landscape photographer should avoid.”

Ron Leach  |  Apr 15, 2024  | 

Experienced landscape photographers often use a technique known as "focal-length blending" to create interesting wide-angle compositions. In this 12-minute tutorial you'll learn how easy it is to get the job done—both in the field and in Photoshop.

Ron Leach  |  Jan 31, 2024  | 

Here's something that occurs all too often when composing images in the field: We tend to ignore what's right in front of our face, and instead we concentrate on accentuating the midrange and background of a shot.

Ron Leach  |  Aug 02, 2024  | 

If you're looking for a way to transform flat landscape photos into spectacular images that almost appear three-dimensional, today's Lightroom tutorial from the PHLOG Photography YouTube channel will quickly get you where you want to be. In barely 15 minutes you'll learn how to apply simple masks to add depth and dimension to all your outdoor photos, while retaining a realistic Look.

Ron Leach  |  Oct 04, 2022  | 

Photography is all about light, and the challenge doesn’t end with achieving a correct exposure in the camera. This is particularly true when shooting outdoors under less-than-ideal lighting conditions.

Ron Leach  |  Jun 14, 2023  | 

Sunrises and sunsets are among the most popular scenes captured by photographers, and they present a few challenges for arriving at correct focus and exposure. One factor is the unusual light that occurs just before the sun peaks over the horizon in the morning, or when it drops out of view at dusk.

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