DonSmith

I started re-processing some older landscape images with new skills using the TK8 panel in PS. Got very proficient at building masks.

Good wish JDedmon!

We can all wish dcisive...

That would be nice TrekRover but something tells me it won't happen...

Would be nice - not sure if I would have a need for it with my type of photography but you never know...

You make good points LensBrew. With my landscapes I am trying to impart a certain feel to the images - I see the completed work in my mind then set out to accomplish it. I just believe, the better your processing skills the better chance you have of completing your vision.

When I was shooting sports Drew, I worked 30+ years at it. For my personal work I photographed landscapes. I created such a library that I was offered a contract from Getty Images back in the day when stock was profitable. From there, I turned my passion for landscape into teaching workshops and helping others. I still enjoy it even after Covid put a cabosh to it for a couple of years. Creating is the key element that lights my fire!

I have not had time since September Tony but occasionally I like to assign myself a project to work on. A project can be anything you are interested in but more specialized. A former Sports Illustrated staffer and good friend of mine Ron Modra does this and did one on The Blues. A 20+ year project that even included covering BB King's funeral as well as images of him when he was alive and playing. It should be a book!

A sturdy travel umbrella. I use one made by Repel. Just spent 3+ weeks shooting in Iceland and it is meant to protect my gear - especially the lenses from getting spotted with rain and/or wet snow. As long as there is not a ton of wind, it works great!

I hear you Caroline! Wish landscape was easier but it varies from image to image. Some I just need to do some minor adjustments in LR and others I am out to 20+ layers. I work a lot with masks in PS with the TK8 Panel

I switched out of sports photography to 100% landscape photography about 5 years ago. With sports I shot mainly JPEGS but with landscape, all RAW. I believe it is a 50%/50% mix in creating a compelling image when it comes to capture/processing a landscape image. What would be your breakdown on this? I'd love to hear your thoughts.

I started my career as a sports photographer 46+ years ago before auto-everything. A standard take on an NFL game (I shot for 26 years) was 40 rolls (chrome) per game. That is 1200 images. Don't shoot less, just shoot don't shoot meaningless images. Action and Emotion are what needs to be shot in most cases and you did a great job here of capturing the emotion. If you are shooting with an a1 at 30fps, it's pretty easy to rack up a large number. It will vary from sport to sport. You said it was your first event? Study you edit and see where the "non-keepers" are coming from. You should always be learning through your edits. The will teach you a lot about what you are doing right and what you are doing wrong.

Tony - yes, PS can composite and also Helicon Focus. Must Align photos first in PS before stacking where Helicon is all one click.

I love it and have been using it regularly over the past 3 weeks here in Iceland. So happy we get the RAWS!

All great ideas - thanks for sharing. Let's hope Sony is monitoring this thread.

I understand wanting bot. Don't think I would use either (maybe time lapse). I want access to RAW files for focus stack and not a JPEG. Good to share these ideas.

In-camera multiple exposure would be fun not doubt Tony. I no longer use flashes after 40+ years of use - I can understand why you want it.

How would they do that LensBreew? A sensor built into the shutter? Interesting concept.

It would take me too long to explain how I got into photography but it has been my career for most of my adult life. I write this on a break from co-leading 2 tours in Iceland. Could not think of a better way to have made a living and feel very blessed. My cameras have led me to incredible places and have met awesome people. Follow your passion and be willing to have a strong desire to succeed.

I have been in Iceland for the past 19 days working with the new Sony a7RV photographing landscapes, auroras, waves and waterfalls. What an awesome camera! Sony added two huge features that I love - Focus Bracketing and a Bulb Mode that I can set without the need of a cable release. What new features would you like to see Sony add in future cameras? My wish list has been met but would love to hear yours.

I started using Sony cameras 9 years ago for one reason - dynamic range was best in industry - stiil is.

Nice Work MuhammadRadi. I totally get what you are saying. I have worked my entire career as a photographer and now my youngest son is trying to make a go of things with his music. I don't care what genre of art one goes into, it is a struggle, perseverance, dedication and a ton of passion are a must - even then, that does not equal success. Hang in there and keep believing in yourself. I would also recommend contacting a stock agency such as Getting Images or Alamy. Best of luck!

I will have just concluded a winter workshop on the South Island of New Zealand before going this June.

On my bucket list also Horn

Two lenses - a 14mm and 24mm tilt/shift for us landscape geeks 🙂