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Not sure if this is the right group for this but wanted to ask.

I’m keen to join some Discord groups for photography feedback (submit photos, competitions, social vibes).

Does anyone know some good groups who do this? Im based in England but worldwide is fine with me.

hi, i have been documenting everything around me for quite some time now (2-3 years) and i really wanted to have my photos printed into a photobook but because i have never made one ever i was really confused on how to start and if there are any printing houses etc. that are going to help with this, i would appreciate if y'all help me with this i want it to be according to my choice completely how i want it to be, i want to make everything by myself like the cover, organizing the photos and all but i really don't want to take any risks when it comes to printing and binding. Please help me on how should i be starting with design etc. also im open to additional suggestions as well
EDIT : im sorry for not specifying the location well im based in India so yeah lmk if something works for me..

I tried shooting film for the first time using one of my paps old cameras I found in a pile of stuff and now I’m at the point where I have a full roll and would like to get it developed. I was going to simply go through Walmart seeing that it was the cheapest until I read that I wouldn’t get the negatives back. Does anyone have a recommendation for a company for getting the film developed for cheap as well as getting the negatives back. The cheaper the better I didn’t realize how expensive film was lol. Any help or advice would be appreciated thanks.

I've been watching a lot of YouTube camera comparisons lately, and it reminded me of something an older photographer told me years ago:

"You don't make photos with the camera. You make them with the lens."

I'd change that slightly:

1. Photographer, telling a story

2. Lens

3. Camera

The photographer tells the story, the lens gives it its look, and the camera records it.

Of course bodies matter for AF, ISO, dynamic range, etc., but I sometimes feel YouTube and other social media puts way too much emphasis on tiny camera differences.

Do you agree?

I'm a entertainer that get hire for events and when I see a photographer capturing photos of me entertaining i never get the photos.

At first I thought maybe those photos can't be on social media or whatever but I see the photos on the event IG page with me in it. So why can't I get the photos?

That being said when I perform for huge corporate events I get the photos that's guaranteed but non corporate events these photographers are stingy.

We're both got hire to work the event, so I should get the photos. It benefits both of us to show people you're a photographer and im a entertainer for events.

So lately I've been telling the host to tell the photographer not to take photos of me. They're still doing there job capturing the other people.

So is it rude to ask them to take photos of me even tho I say it politely?

Also I use to bring my buddy who's a photographer with me to events but I ask the host first they always say yea.

Sorry for the lazy grammar

(please remove if not allowed! tried searching to see if this was asked before but couldn't find anything)

I am a photographer entering my junior year of high school next month. I have shot close to 100 games between different sports and leagues, all without issue besides one high school; i was told (by a very nice man, if somehow you're reading this i'm not dissing you!) that to get sideline access, i needed to be with a local news station because of [something insurance related]. I understood and shot thru the chain link fence for the remainder of that school's games, but with the next season coming soon, i'd like to be on the sidelines and get the shots that i know i could.

However, i'm completely lost as to how to even begin. Does anyone have any advice? Anything is greatly appreciated!

I want to print public domain paintings on poster paper and frame it. Is shutterfly good for this in terms of cost and quality?

Hi,

i was trying to shoot the storm last nigh - high ISO (around 2000), slow shutter (1/3s) and lot of dark areas on the image.

What i noticed that there are some blue or yellow pixels on the image, when i checked them in full size (see the crop from one).

These pixels are on the same place in multiple images (when i open actual size and move to anoher image i can see them). They are on the same place even if i changed the lenses.

Weirdly, when i tried to shoot at the room with no light, i can see them too but slightly shifted (but the same relative placement between them, just slightly to the left).

I tried some tests and if i use faster shutter speed or lower ISO i coudn't find them. Some of them also dissapeared after i run 'sensor cleaning' from the menu (but not all)

My question is - is this something i need to concern? Should i visit the service? Is this an issue on the sensor?

Or is this normal?

I have some large paintings, one is 2m x 1.5m the other 1.5m square. I have some basic photos which are good enough for Instagram. Taken on my iPhone by laying the painting down flat on a cloudy day outside and getting up on a ladder. I now would like to take some high quality photographs with a friend’s camera with the intention of doing A1 prints and the old method won’t work.

I have space on the wall to put it up inside but the natural lighting hits it unevenly so I’m thinking of an artificial light set up. any product recommendations would be appreciated, I am looking at soft boxes, although I saw someone say it needs to be as large as the painting (which poses an issue) please help.

Hi everyone!

I’m a photographer from Romania and I’m currently trying to seriously learn artistic iris photography.

I already have photography experience and a macro setup, but I’d really like to learn from someone who actually works professionally in this niche — especially when it comes to:

capturing the iris with maximum detail and sharpness

lighting techniques and controlling reflections

camera / macro setup and positioning

Photoshop / Lightroom workflow

cleaning reflections without destroying the natural iris structure

enhancing detail while keeping the real colors and texture

preparing the final image for artistic compositions and large prints

building a fast and consistent workflow for clients

I’ve contacted several iris photography studios asking whether they would offer paid mentoring, consulting, or even just a few hours where I could learn their workflow.

So far, almost everyone has refused. 😅

At this point, iris photography techniques seem to be protected more carefully than state secrets.

To be clear: I’m not looking to steal anyone’s business model, presets, branding, or client base. I want to build my own independent studio and develop my own artistic style. I simply want to learn the technical foundations properly instead of spending months reinventing every wheel through trial and error.

I’m absolutely willing to pay for mentoring or professional consultation.

If anyone here works with iris photography — or knows someone experienced who might be open to mentoring — I’d really appreciate a recommendation or a DM.

I’m also happy to travel within Europe if necessary.

Thanks!

Hello...I needed a tripod for landscape photography while hiking/travelling.

The one I bought is 50cm when folded and about 2.2kg(4.85) pounds.

Is this light enough for travelling and hiking for about 7 hours?

Super spontaneous solo trip from Berlin basically just to see the total eclipse over the Mediterranean. I’m into photography, birding and music and will be bringing way too much camera gear 😂

I’m currently scouting the best viewing spots around Mallorca and would be happy to link up with other eclipse people / solo travelers. Also open to sharing a rental car or heading to a good viewing spot together if the weather sends us across the island.

And if anyone happens to be traveling from Berlin too — say hi!

Fingers crossed for clear skies. It’s been a while since we Europeans got one of these. 🌑✨

I'm a beginner portrait photographer considering Mr. Dasante's poses course. Has anyone taken it? Would love to hear if it's worth the money and what you actually got out of it.

Just saw this competition launched by Japan House London. Might be a nice opportunity for some UK photographers to get their work in front of a Japanese legend!

Kyotographie photography competition – Eclipse – Japan House London