Steep Learning Curve !
Apples ! Lesson 1 Apples ! I am resisting all temptation to jump ahead to what I want to do and forcing myself to follow a few books. It’s...
31 July, 2021
Started Sketching!!
First Sketch in 45 Years Thought I would share this ! It’s the first time I have put pencil to paper in approx 45 years ! It’s a...
28 July, 2021
SLC-1L-13: Conservancy Critters
When lighting with small subjects, a speedlight is generally all you’ll ever need. Further, because of the scale and distances involved, even with a small flash you’ll be working...
25 July, 2021
So Long (for Now!) and Thank You.
In 2006 I started a lighting blog while working full-time as a staffer at The Baltimore Sun. By early 2007, it became obvious that I didn't have the personal...
25 July, 2021
Why Tamron’s 18-300mm Is So Important For Fuji and Catastrophic for Canon
Tamron recently announced the development of a new 18-300 mm zoom lens which is notable for two claimed firsts: its first X-mount model and the first APS-C model...
25 July, 2021
Lighting for Danger: Cinematography Techniques You Should Know
There is a lot of content out there showing you how to light various scenes, but if you want to push yourself — really push yourself — behind-the-scenes...
25 July, 2021
In-depth tripod review: Gitzo Systematic Series 3 (GT3543LS)
The Gitzo GT3543LS at the beach, with the Gitzo GFHG1 Fluid Gimbal Head on top, holding a 500mm lens and full-frame camera. ...
25 July, 2021
Windows ! How did that Just Happen !
Bean There Coffee Well ! Not sure what just happened! I thought after my windows and coffee shops project I would never shoot another window again. To be...
25 July, 2021
5 Tips to Increase Your Photography Income Through Better Networking
Running a successful photography business takes a lot more than simply being good with a camera and having creative ideas. Part of it comes down to simply being...
24 July, 2021
Is There a Place for Black and White Photography in Photojournalism?
Photojournalism is ostensibly about capturing the world as we see it, as close to reality as we saw it. That reality often includes color, and the question is:...
24 July, 2021
Review: Fujifilm X100V
I have reviewed quite a lot of Fujifilm gear, and have owned many of their cameras and lenses, but somehow I have never gotten around to reviewing their famous...
24 July, 2021
A Pro Photographers’ Editing Set Up
Photography is as much about sitting at your desk as it is about sitting behind the camera, especially for us studio folk. I probably spend twice as much...
24 July, 2021
Do You Prefer a Deep Parabolic Umbrella or Beauty Dish for Headshots?
Beauty dishes are a traditional choice for a lot of portraiture work, but parabolic reflectors have seen an uptick in popularity in the last few years. Which is...
24 July, 2021
The Heavyweight Multitasker – XF50-140mm F2.8
If anyone asks me why Fujifilm? My answer to them would be simple. It’s colour science and optics. It is no hidden fact that Fuji incorporates the best colour...
24 July, 2021
Being an Artist Is About Being a Producer, Not a Consumer
An overabundance of junk email this morning reminded me that turning a passion into profit sometimes means returning to one very basic concept. [ Read More ]...
23 July, 2021
Fujifilm X-T4 Versus the Fujifilm X100V: Which Is Best for You?
Fujifilm probably holds the crown when it comes to APS-C cameras. Cameras such as the X-T series and the X100 series have made Fujifilm a household name among...
23 July, 2021
Slideshow: Winners of the 2021 iPhone Photography Awards
Winners of the 2021 iPhone Photography Awards Recently, winners and finalists for the 14th annual iPhone Photography Awards (IPPA) were announced. The competition received thousands of...
23 July, 2021
Pacific Northwest Escape Mission 2: Driving to Oregon
If you were inspired by the majestic beauty of Washington State’s North Cascades in the first leg of our Pacific Northwest Escape (you can read all about the...
23 July, 2021
Above The Clouds
SONY DSC-RX100 (10.4mm, f/5, 1/100 sec, ISO125) In my life I traveled a lot and I collected a lot of miles but am I bored of flying? No way!...
23 July, 2021
Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD Lens now Listed at B&H
The upcoming Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD Lens for Fujifilm X and Sony E-mount is now listed at B&H, but the pricing info is still unknown....
23 July, 2021
3 Tricks for Making Your Photos Look More Cinematic
Making your images more eye-catching and appealing is almost always a worthwhile goal, but how can you achieve that? One way is to take pointers from cinema where...
22 July, 2021
Capture One 21 update released, adds new Magic Brush, improved Exporter and more
Capture One has released the latest update to Capture One 21, bringing the photo editing software to version 14.3.0. The new update adds new and improved...
22 July, 2021
Are We in the Post-Photography Era?
When I look at product photography and video in the fashion and beauty product industry, many of the shots are now computer-generated. It might be at a steep...
22 July, 2021
Slideshow: 2021 World Landscape Photographer competition winners
2021 World Landscape Photographer competition winners Over 1,400 photographers entered the 2021 World Landscape Photographer competition, with 6,512 total images being submitted for judging. When all...
22 July, 2021
Why You Need To Try a 135mm Lens for Portrait Photography
Undoubtedly one of the most revered focal lengths in portrait photography, this prime has many fans, despite its obvious limitations. Watch behind-the-scenes of a portrait shoot using the...
22 July, 2021
Capture One Update: Capture One 21 14.3 released with Magic Brush, New Export Interface and More
Capture One today announced the latest point release for Capture One 21 and it contains a couple of new features. The company has been on a roll of late,...
22 July, 2021
Holidays at the very beginning of the summer
For the last couple of years, I’ve been experimenting with when to take a rest from my everyday job. Most of my workmates opt for two weeks somewhere between...
22 July, 2021
Are Rangefinders Better Than SLRs? Are Mirrorless Cameras Better than Both?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5E26yJ8Yr1A ...
22 July, 2021
Voigtlander Nokton 35mm f/1.2 X Lens now Available for Pre-order at B&H
The new Voigtlander Nokton 35mm f/1.2 X Lens for Fujifilm X mount is now available for pre-order at B&H. The US price is $649. Pre-order link: Voigtlander Nokton...
22 July, 2021
Pic(k) of the week 29: F.A.D.E.D. – Where Urban decay meets Art
Over the last year, I've started using Lightroom Collections much more frequently, in order to group images together. Doing so, allowed me to see new Projects grow in...
21 July, 2021
Project Local
Allerton Road I guess it had to happen, I have decided on a new long term project! I was going to restrict it to shooting within 1 mile of...
21 July, 2021
Tamron Announces 18-300mm Lens for Fuji
Great news for Fuji lovers. Finally, Tamron came out with a new 18-300mm Lens for Fuji (and sony) Mirrorless cameras. Now, we can expect more affordable solutions from...
21 July, 2021
葛飾北斎、岡田紅陽、白簱史朗、竹内敏信、大山行男・夢の競演 フジフイルム スクエア 企画写真展 「日本人の魂・冨嶽三十六景」～北斎と4人の巨匠たち～ ‟山と溪谷”元編集長 萩原浩司氏解説／富士フイルム
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQeDwfUDXY0 ...
21 July, 2021
Premium Camera and EDC Bags from Wotancraft
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGJaRFYTlzU ...
20 July, 2021
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