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Did You Know…

Did You Know…

December 20, 2010 2 Comments

Over the weekend I was down in Tucson, spending some time with the in-laws, and during the getaway, had a chance to catch up on some overdue reading in my monthly magazine stack (it has been growing steadily lately as other stuff has gotten in the way. I emerged from my readings with several “Eureka!’s” ...

Shooting is for the birds (eye)!

Shooting is for the birds (eye)!

December 17, 2010 1 Comment

One of the things we always hear about is that changing your perspective is a great way to see a new angle on things. 

6 Tips for Shooting Christmas Lights

6 Tips for Shooting Christmas Lights

December 15, 2010 1 Comment

It’s that time of year again, and many have already covered the tips and tricks that surround shooting Christmas Lights.  Here’s just a few tips and sample photos to help you along the way, and give you some ideas for your own creative vision and inspiriation: Keep your shutter speed around 3-7 seconds.  Much longer ...

Cameras for Christmas? Not so fast!

Cameras for Christmas? Not so fast!

December 14, 2010 1 Comment

It’s no secret that prices for things tend to adjust based on the season.  For instance, gas grills are cheaper in the winter, as are fans, air conditioners, and pool chlorine.  Conversely, sweaters, warm clothing, and snow shovels can be had for bargain basement prices in the summer.  But where do digital cameras and other ...

The Passion Principle: LDP Episode #53

The Passion Principle: LDP Episode #53

December 13, 2010 2 Comments

Editor Note: Episode #53 of the podcast is ready for your holiday listening enjoyment!  This should have gone out last week, so my apologies.  System problems with the post production delayed the publication, but better late than never is my motto!  Anyway, enjoy! Many notable photographers have spoken and alluded to this idea of shooting ...

25 Gift Ideas for 2010 – Part 5!

25 Gift Ideas for 2010 – Part 5!

December 8, 2010 3 Comments

As we rush to get our last minute gifts purchased for the holidays, here is the final set in the five part series of gift ideas for the photographer.  I kept the criteria simple:

What makes you a professional?

Photography has become a huge industry, within a very short period of time relative to the presence of the...

Must Read – Rangefinder Magazine

We all have our periodicals that we subscribe to, and while differences of opinion abound about which ones are...

A Primer on Licensing Your Work

With so many people likely covering the CS5 launch event later today (http://cs5launch.adobe.com/), I thought I’d take a different...

Trade show transitions…

In the most recent podcast Erik and I talked about several upcoming trade shows, including PMA, WPPI, PSW, and...

How To Make Your Pictures Sing!

While recently listening to This Week in Tech (a great podcast, and I highly recommend it), the show host,...