Aside from some unfortunate gorilla-taunting ?, it was a great month in the Plus critiques gallery. Hudson and I chose some stellar work that deserved a shoutout, as well as some other work that was close, but could use a little bit of help. (The key word of the month, according to Hudson, was ‘wider.’) The video, which showcases about 20 photos, can be viewed by clicking on the thumbnail above.
We had some great (and unique) submissions for 2020’s first Plus critiques session. The video has been posted and can be viewed by clicking on the thumbnail above.
Photos of the month
Our friends at Lume Cube donated three of their new Lume Cube 2.0 LED lights (which Hudson and I love, and are part of our essential kit) as prizes for January’s critiques. We chose our two favorite photos from the group, shown below, and drew one random name from the list of all contributors this month. Let’s take a look:
Christian Riedl has shown some beautiful work in the Plus galleries, and this month he wowed us with an unusual — and mesmerizing — handheld, long-exposure shot taken on a moving escalator. This is one of those photos that just captivates the viewer. At first glance, there’s a bit of “how did he do that?”, but that lessens when you start studying the composition, with its strong lines, ghostly subject (reflected not once, but twice!), and stark coloring. It is not a conventional shot in the least, which makes it all the more impressive. Excellent work, Christian.
Welcome to Color Management by Hudson Henry. In this course, we’re going to dive into the color management workflow in a simple and easy to understand way. Color management can be an intimidating topic, color spaces, ICC profiles, monitor/printer calibration, soft proofing the list goes on… This course aims to bring clarity to the process—so you can get the results you want without the hassle.
Your January 2020 ON1 Plus Loyalty Rewards are now available! This month, download the Blending Mode Mini-Course and our exclusive for ON1 Plus, The Best Blend Modes for Landscapes eBook!
Hi everyone! We’re excited to add the first ePublication to the NEW ON1 Plus Bookshelf; Luminosity Masking Made Easy by John Clark. This 9 page PDF focuses on one of the most powerful editing techniques. You can download and read on any device or print each PDF to keep forever.
The new ON1 Plus Bookshelf will include written materials like step-by-steps, tool guides, and cheat sheets along with other creative materials.
We hope everyone had a safe, happy and productive end to 2019, and that your photographic juices are recharged and ready for the new year.
The January 2020 critiques will open this evening, January 7, and we’re going to open the year with a special theme. We’d like you to go through your 2019 work, and pick a photo that you believe is one of your best, but which you haven’t yet submitted to the critiques. We’re hoping that, after a year of watching the critiques videos, and by taking a fresh look at your work, you’ll find a hidden gem, or something that you feel is close, and you want to share it with us.
We hope everyone is enjoying the holiday season and getting a chance to relax—spending time with loved ones and with your photography. The ON1 Plus community is approaching its fourth anniversary! ?
This past year has been packed full of exclusive content and bonuses for the ON1 Plus members. We want to take the opportunity to remind everyone about all the excellent photography training we had this past year. We will also share our BIG plans for what’s coming to ON1 Plus in 2020, and we want to make next year the best one ever!
Your December 2019 ON1 Plus Loyalty Rewards are now available! This month, download the ON1 Holiday Collection and our exclusive for ON1 Plus, Holiday Card Templates!
We’re back on track with the monthly critiques, and our December session is now live — click on the thumbnail above to view the video.
We saw a lot of great photos this month, and we wish we could write about every one we mention in the video. That said, here are a few of the photos Hudson and I felt deserving of an extra mention this time around:
This photo jumped out to us as a superlative nighttime reflection shot. The color of the tent building, reflected almost perfectly in the pool, adds a beautiful glow to the overall scene. The edges of the frame have enough detail and light to provide a bit more balance overall, and the tips of the building are nestled inside the frame, as they should be. Hudson noticed immediately that the sign, visible in the facade, is missing in the reflection, which offsets slightly the symmetry of the scene, making it even more powerful. Magnificent work.