The latest issue of Australian Photography + digital magazine is on the news stands and in the iTunes store now.
In the January issue of Australian Photography + digital magazine we focus on the landscape genre with a range of features, as well as travel photography. Writer Rob Ditessa discusses techniques and equipment selection with professional shooters David Hancock, Ben Messina, and Adam Monk, but he notes that one common feature they all have is the ability to exhibit plenty of patience in waiting for just the right conditions to shoot, as well as finely honed instincts about exactly when to capture a fleeting moment of perfect light.
Better cameras, lenses, and sophisticated software are all worthwhile investments, but each of these professionals makes it clear that developing a good feel for when conditions might be at their best for photography is a fundamental skill for top-line landscape shooters.
Our special feature for this issue is a comprehensive round-up of the best photo tour options on offer around Australia and overseas for amateur enthusiasts. Specialist photo tours are becoming a staple part of the professional’s armoury these days, and the range of trips now available that are specifically designed for amateur shooters is extensive. These events, which can run anywhere from a weekend in an out-of-town location through to a couple of weeks overseas, are highly effective in providing a turbo boost for those who really want to lift their standard of photography.
And if one of those locations happens to be in a tropical environment, you’ll be well advised to take note of some landscape shooting tips from National Geographic photographer Greg Basco. The specialist bird photographer, who is based in the central American country of Costa Rica, also shoots stunning landscape images, and his advice is practical and useful for anyone wishing to improve their shots from such challenging locations.
Our round-up of the latest in prime lens technology by technical writer Peter Burian dissects a segment of the lens market which can often be overlooked, but which can present some outstanding creative possibilities if you choose to shoot with one of these options. Finally, we review the Samsung NX 1. Samsung has been making consumer-level digital cameras for well over a decade, but the NX-1 “mirrorless” camera with a 28-megapixel APS-C sensor, is pitched squarely at serious photographers, says Anthony McKee.
There’s plenty more to absorb and learn in this month’s issue of Australian Photography + digital, so make sure you buy a copy now. It’s available in newsagencies, on iPad and via subscription.
