Sometimes browsing in the iTunes music store for good apps is hit or miss. Actually let me rephrase that – I find it’s always hit or miss. there’s a lot of apps listed in the category ‘photography’ that may not belong there.
There’s apps with pictures of sexy girls (not photography IMHO) and apps for editing and post processing photos on or taken by the iPhone and then there’s some great photographer tool style apps.
That latter group is my favorite and also where the Strobox app fits in. An app for photographers. Read More.
Photography gear can be expensive – sometimes you just need a special lens, camera body or lighting equipment temporarily. Be it for an assignment, project or just to try before you buy.
Many online photographic rental companies are popping up now – especially with the economy in some turmoil (in the US specifically) cause investing in new equipment isn’t always a priority as landing the right gigs to support more investments. And for those of us who prefer photography as a hobby – rental is often a great solution.
Most rental retailers deal primarily with Nikon and Canon equipment but some places rent Olympus, Sony, AlienBees and much more!
Here’s a list and details on reputable lens and equipment rental companies that do online/shipping for rental equipment across the US. Read More.
Maybe you’ve made some new years resolutions. Me too, one was a web dev resolution: to learn jQuery; another was to really get back to learning new things in photography – exploring new areas.
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Under $10 an official Strobist kit. I’ve also recommended a Velcro strap and gel adapter that make using the new fun gels even easier and gives the rig a professional touch.
Learn how light works through diagram and explanation of how a bounce umbrella changes and diffuses light to modify the way you flash, strobe or any light source lights your subject.
Learn how light works through diagram and explanation of how a shoot-through umbrella changes and diffuses light to modify the way you flash, strobe or any light source lights your subject.
Need an idea of what to wear for your senior portraits or head shots? Ladies take a look at this, here are 5 different outfits that will not only flatter your figure but also allow your smile and personality shine, not your clothes!
The best thing you can do with your flash is get it off the camera. But sometimes you can’t so you’ll have to do the next best thing – bounce your light off the ceiling. Here’s a demo and sample shots using the 5 different bounce settings on the Nikon SB600.
Teya Rutherford, Oxford MA / Orange County CA photographer shares some of her wisdom in a new article about flattering your subjects. I also strongly suggest you check out her Photoshop actions to really improve your Photoshop work flow.
In this proof of concept I hypothesized that much like an orange gel adds orange to your foreground ie. adds blue to your background – red could add green to your background when using a custom white balance. Including lighting diagrams and details about the gels used – this is a great example of using gels creatively can achieve extraordinary possibilities. Take a look, you might learn somethign about how to creatively use those Rosco Gels in a new way!
The typical progression when learning to use an SLR is to start at auto, then use aperture and shutter priorities as needed then to full manual – but what about those super important shots? What if you want to have control but make sure the camera has your back to get the shot just right. That’s where program mode comes in.
Here’s a great video showing how one fantastic model can move seamlessly between poses. Don’t think about your poses – move like no one is watching. Most of all have fun and play and be fancy free with your photographer in 8 out of 10 situations the reason why killer shots are born is because the model get into their zone!
Photos feeling dull and lifeless? Apply this free advanced auto levels action to bring out what you saw in your viewfinder into your digital photographs. Perfect for snap shots, landscapes and still life.
One of my favorite photo tools in my arsenal is my reflector – I was luck enough to invest in one of the best models for a one woman photo show: a Lastolite 30″ TriGrip. This extremely versatile reflector may be all you need to reflect and diffuse any less than ideal lighting situations.
Seamless muslin to use or to dye for photography backgrounds are tricky to find depending on your location in the world. That’s why I’ve brought you this list of retailers who sell muslin or canvas wider than 9′ for you background needs.
It’s easy to remove distractions from a background of your photograph using Adobe Photoshop’s patch tool. In this article you’ll see how to use the patch tool in a screen cast as well as details of the before and after as seen in the video!
Photographers who have gone digital take the calculated risk of technology flaking on you. Well let me remind you in the wake of my own personal disaster: BACKUP NOW!
As a model you are sometimes required to be your own wardrobe stylist. If you don’t know what you would bring to a spur of the moment shoot this list should help get you started in packing your bag full of goodies to help make lots of killer photo with your photographer.
From technique, setups, equipment and conduct LearnMorePhoto.com helps you take kick photography up a notch and helps you explore ideas you may have never thought of!
By popular demand we are also putting together a great section for models by photographers. Now you have a place to let your new models or subjects learn more about what a photographer wants and needs and expects from their subjects.
