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Happy (Belated) World Whale Shark Day
30 August was World Whale Sharks Day. In most years, Wetpixel organizes trips to visit and document the amazing whale shark (Rhincodon typus) aggregation that occurs annually off Isla Mujeres, Mexico. The benefits of the eco-tourism that are created by the visitors to the area ensure that these amazing animals are seen as a beneficial resource that needs to be nurtured and protected. Due to COVID-19, this income will have been compromised, so please consider planning a trip to hang out with some whale sharks in the future.
Video: A Guide to Final Cut 10.4.9
Apple released a significant update to Final Cut Pro X earlier this week. In a video, Ripple Training’s hosts Steve Martin and Mark Spencer, show off all of the new features inside Final Cut Pro 10.4.9 and demonstrate with clarity when and how to use them
Wetpixel Live: Black Background Macro
One of the most frequently asked questions on the Wetpixel forums is how to achieve a black background in macro images. Adam and Alex chat through some details on how to remove unwanted background distractions using a black background and to create dramatic, striking images.
Wetpixel Live: Off-Camera Lighting Tools
Off-camera lighting is an exciting creative technique equally useful for wide angle and macro underwater photography. In this episode of Wetpixel Llve Adam and Alex discuss some of the tools that can help ensure that you off-camera flashes fire when you want them to, and are stable and pointing in the direction that you set them to.
Wetpixel Live: Buying a Focus Light
We all love new toys, and most underwater photographers tend to buy focus lights as one of their early purchases. Wetpixel Editor Adam Hanlon and regular contributor Alex Mustard set out to provide some guidance about which models to choose and the features to look out for in this episode on Wetpixel Live.
Apple releases upgrade to Final Cut Pro X
Apple has released significant updates to Final Cut Pro X, Compressor, and Motion. Final Cut version 10.4.9 offers better support for proxy workflows, automatic social media cropping tools, workflow improvements, and RED RAW and Canon Cinema RAW Light metal enabled plugins.
Wetpixel Live: Getting Images Published
Many underwater photographers seek to get their work published. This can be a source of income, a way of accessing travel opportunities, or simply for the pleasure of seeing one’s images in print. Wetpixel Editor Adam Hanlon and regular contributor Alex Mustard chat through some ideas about how to get your images in magazines.
Wetpixel Live: Choosing a Strobe
Strobes or flashguns are a crucial part of the systems that we as underwater photographers deploy. Judging by questions and comments on the Wetpixel Forum, they still represent a source go confusion for many people. Wetpixel Editor Adam Hanlon and regular contributor Alex Mustard attempt to demystify this, by offering some thoughts on strobe choices on Wetpixel Live.
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