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On the News Front

On the News Front

June 6, 2011 No Comments

On the news front there is actually quite a bit going on, both personally and professionally, so here’s the scoop for everyone: 1.  New Software – It looks like we have a new player in the photo editing software community – Photo Director – now in Beta is offering a free download to all, and ...

Five Friday Freebies

Five Friday Freebies

May 13, 2011 3 Comments

I’ve not done this in a long time as it gets harder and harder to find free stuff online. That is to say, free stuff without a catch…or free stuff that is free for a reason (quality *cough cough*). So, here’s a short list of free things you should check out online: 1. Free Hoodman ...

Three Top Tips for Posing Your Subject

Three Top Tips for Posing Your Subject

April 1, 2011 2 Comments

As the Spring weather comes upon us, so does the urge to get out and shoot more.  Models are also more willing to brave the warmer temps, so it’s easier to get some willing subjects.  As you start to venture out of the warm caves, here’s a couple tips to getting your subjects to pleasing ...

Turning Tasks into Photos

Turning Tasks into Photos

March 23, 2011 No Comments

I had to bake bread for a work potluck today.  That’s ok, I like cooking, and it seems others do too, because most of the time the dishes I serve are some of the first things to disappear.  I decided last night to do something simple, but often popular:  banana bread! When it was done, ...

Depth of Field Matters!

Depth of Field Matters!

March 9, 2011 4 Comments

When we approach the topic of depth of field, most people nod along about how the composition can change pretty dramatically when moving between various apertures – but have you ever really studied the differences?  Take some time and do an exercise.  It’s not that difficult, and really seeing the differences in photos can totally ...

I Am a Teapot!

I Am a Teapot!

February 16, 2011 2 Comments

Nothing too fancy, just a short post today to share a particular “vision” I had.  Hopefully it helps to illustrate that even the mundane can be interesting if you think outside the box! For the inquisitive, this was shot with off-camera flash, using Radiopoppers.  The EXIF data: Shutter Speed = 1/250th Aperture = f/18 Focal ...

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Wordless Wednesday #001

While the title should be self-explanatory, it unfortunately isn't for the first ever Wordless Wednesday. Here's the deal...I...

My Conversation with Joe Farace…

The first podcast of 2012 is now ready for your listening pleasure! I had the distinct honor of...

Save for the Web

Yeah, yeah, yeah - it's been a while since I've posted. You've had fair warning though that my...

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