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2022.08.18
What’s In My Bag: Sports Pro's Double Alpha 1 Kit To Catch The Essence Of Competition
Great sports photographers rely on more than just long lenses & fast cameras. We get a look inside PMR's bag to see how he captures the stories within the game.
2022.08.17
The Power Of Vulnerability: Watch Episode 4 of Facing Creativity With Brooke Shaden
Sony Artisan Brooke Shaden sits down with fine art photographer NC to discuss how creativity can thrive through vulnerability.
2022.08.17
Gear, Settings & More – Go Behind The Scenes Of A Studio Portrait Shoot
Pro portrait photographer and Sony Artisan Miguel Quiles takes us behind the scenes in his studio for an inside look at how he runs an editorial photo shoot.
2022.08.16
Photo Fundamentals: How To Get Sharp Stars With The 500 Rule For Astrophotography
Astrophotographer and Alpha Collective member Stan Moniz explains how you can use this simple rule to set the perfect exposure time for astrophotography.
Photo by Stan Moniz. Sony Alpha 7 IV. Sony 14mm f/1.8 G Master. 10-sec., f/2.8, ISO 3200
2022.08.16
How This Creator Uses Light & A Favorite Lens For A Moody, Painterly Look
We sit down with Sony Artisan Caroline Jensen to learn how she captures images of flowers and botanicals with a painterly look.
Photo by Caroline Jensen. Sony Alpha 7 IV. Sony 50mm f/1.2 G Master. 1/250-sec., f/14, ISO 200
2022.08.15
What’s In My Bag: An Alpha 1 Kit For Music Culture & Commercial Lifestyle Photography
From small shows to massive festivals, Sony Artisan Chad Wadsworth, how uses an Alpha 1 and a group of high-end Sony primes to capture the culture of music.
2022.08.12
Follow Friday: Cool Off This Summer With Content Creators Who Are Making Images That Beat The Heat
From cooling off in the water to cold tasty treats, these content creators are making images that remind us of the fun of summer.
Photo by Steven Irby. Sony Alpha 7R III. Sony 25mm f/2. 1/3200-sec., f/2.5, ISO 100
2022.08.11
Sony Electronics’ Xperia PRO and Xperia PRO-I Smartphones Offer New External Monitor Capabilities
In the Xperia PRO and the Xperia PRO-I, the External Monitor feature will now include Livestreaming, Wave Form and False Color capabilities.
2022.08.11
What’s In My Bag: Multiple Portrait & Wedding Camera Setups For Simultaneous Shooting
Wedding and portrait pro Zabrina Deng breaks down the different camera setups she uses for creating decisive moments at weddings, fashion, editorial and more.
2022.08.11
Food Content Creation & The Xperia 1 IV – A Perfect Pairing
Alpha Collective member Jessica Hirsch of @CheatDayEats tries out the Sony Xperia 1 IV and she explains why the phone is all gravy for content creators.
Photo by Jessica Hirsch. Sony Xperia 1 IV. 1/2000-sec., f/1.7, ISO 200
2022.08.10
Zooms Vs. Primes: Which Is Better For Portraits?
Portrait photographer and Sony Artisan Miguel Quiles takes a look at zooms versus primes and which is the best for you.
2022.08.09
Behind The Shot: How Patience And A Long Lens Made For An Audubon Award-Winner
No it's not a composite...how photographer Steve Jessmore captured this stunning image to win the Fisher Prize in the 2022 National Audubon Photo Contest.
Photo by Steve Jessmore. Sony Alpha 1. Sony 600mm f/4 G Master. 1/1000-sec., f/11, ISO 2000

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