tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-89574444153193038982024-03-13T09:47:44.280-04:00PointShoot Photography | The Back OfficeMariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.comBlogger44125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-12567196425232780472016-02-03T13:20:00.003-05:002016-02-03T13:57:39.955-05:00LEARNING: HUE v.s. COLORAs I delve deeper into photography as an art, I find myself studying more about color hoping to use them intentionally as part of composition. I came across a wonderful book, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0205255949/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0205255949&linkCode=as2&tag=de06f-20&linkId=FWQY26HS55GAW2MY" rel="nofollow" target="new">Color Workbook by Becky Koenig</a>.<br />
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One thing I learned today from reading the book is the distinction between <i>hue</i> and <i>color</i>. All this time, I've been using the terms interchangeably but, I found out, there is actually a difference.<br />
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<b>Hue</b> "is either a specific wavelength from the spectrum or a color, in its pure state, from the color circle."<br />
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<b>Color</b> "means a color derived from any hue." "Unlike a hue, a color is not necessarily chromatically pure."<br />
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Example: Violet is a hue, Light Violet is a color.<br />
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As the saying goes... you learn something new everyday.<br />
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<i>Mario Gozum is a Maryland based photographer specializing in people portraiture. You can view his work at <a href="http://www.pointshootphoto.com/">www.pointshootphoto.com</a>. You can also follow him on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pointshootphoto" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a></i><br />
<br />Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-13742744736680412352013-06-28T16:14:00.000-04:002013-06-28T16:14:10.196-04:00A New NameNow that PointShoot Photography has an official website AND a new business blog, instead of closing this one, I've decided to keep it active. I'm making it my unofficial blog so I can still keep photography related notes that does not fit the business blog. I will probably disable a lot of stuff on this one or maybe even switch it into a private blog. YAY!Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-24132923495876259912013-06-24T10:15:00.001-04:002013-06-24T10:15:37.469-04:00Irina Werning's "Back To The Future" ProjectOne of the people I follow on G+, <a class="g-profile" href="http://plus.google.com/113861527938285739869" target="_blank">+Mike Keller</a>, shared an article from The Atlantic on Irina Werning's project called "Back To The Future" where she got old photographs from her subject and meticulously recreated them in the present. The concept is very simple yet visually appealing.<br />
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I'm filing this article under INSPIRATION. Thanks for sharing Mike.</div>
Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-75834082478678397292013-06-09T09:24:00.000-04:002013-06-09T09:24:00.218-04:00My PhotoWeek 2013: June 2 - June 8, 2013<b>1) BTS with Joe McNally: Dramatic Scene In A Remote Setting - for Adorama TV</b><br />
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<b>1) BTS with Joe McNally: Dramatic Scene In A Remote Setting - for Adorama TV</b><br />
This is why Joe is one of my heroes... he advocates simplicity. On this video, he emphasizes "lighting well, lighting fast, staying mobile, not carrying lots of gear". Granted his setup will set you back maybe over $2000 but it can be achieved using products on the lower end if you follow the basic concepts.<br />
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I'm not really into street photography but nevertheless, these are excellent photography tips overall.<br />
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<br />Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-48021200277432501702013-05-29T12:35:00.000-04:002013-05-29T12:35:50.251-04:00QUOTE: Doug Gordon on FEAR<a href="http://www.douggordonworkshops.com/" target="_blank">Doug Gordon</a> from his Wedding Project workshop on <a href="http://www.creativelive.com/" target="_blank">CreativeLIVE</a>.<br />
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Simple and powerful.<br />
Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-62471988380257965102013-05-26T08:58:00.000-04:002013-05-28T11:12:56.584-04:00My PhotoWeek 2013: May 19 - May 25, 2013Gaah! I didn't have anything for May 12-18. I've been too caught up with the paperwork of turning my photography business into an entity. But that's good.<br />
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1) 20 Tips Every Travel Photographer Must Know - Oded Wagenstein, Digital Photography School<br />
2) Photography And The Law - John Corcoran, HerView Photography<br />
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<b>1) 20 Tips Every Travel Photographer Must Know - Oded Wagenstein, Digital Photography School</b><br />
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I'm not a travel photographer but I do travel every once in a while. I like lists too and this list is one of the good ones to keep in a back pocket when I go on a vacation and manage to break away from family to go on a photowalk.<br />
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Guest contributor Oded Wagenstein has 20 tips for the would be travel photographer. <a href="http://digital-photography-school.com/20-photography-tips-every-travel-photographer-must-know?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+DigitalPhotographySchool+%28Digital+Photography+School%29&utm_content=Yahoo%21+Mail" target="_blank">Read the list at the Digital Photography website</a>.<br />
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<b>2) Photography And The Law - John Corcoran, HerView Photography</b><br />
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Darlene of <a href="http://www.herviewphotography.com/" target="_blank">HerView Photography</a> interviews lawyer, writer, podcaster, <a href="http://www.smartbusinessrevolution.com/" target="_blank">John Corcoran</a> on one of my favorite topics relating to photography.<br />
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3) Behind The Scenes Lighting Secrets - Drew Gardner<br />
4) On Valuing Your Work - Zach Arias<br />
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A follower asked Zach what the difference is between a commercial, editorial and advertising photographer. <a href="http://zarias.tumblr.com/post/29408363836/whats-the-difference-between-a-commercial" target="_blank">Zach had the answers</a>.<br />
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... then another follower asked Zach what the difference is between a environmental, editorialm commercial and headshot portraits. <a href="http://zarias.tumblr.com/post/49719182575/might-be-the-stupidest-question-ever-but-what-is-the" target="_blank">Zach aslo had the answers</a>.<br />
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<a href="http://drewgardner.com/Quick-Portfolio/1/" target="_blank">Drew Gardner</a> breaks down his images and takes us behind the scenes and inside his head in this webinar sponsored by <a href="http://www.manfrotto.us/" target="_blank">Manfrotto</a>.<br />
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Photographer Jonathan Thomas asked for Zach's advice on how to deal with selling himself short. Although Zach's reply did not answer the question directly, the sharply delivered metaphors, in my mind, got the message across more effectively. It's something everybody needs to hear if you're trying to make a living out of something you love doing.</div>
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<br />Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-2551685096889604362013-05-05T09:30:00.000-04:002013-05-05T09:30:01.409-04:00My PhotoWeek 2013: Apr 28 - May 4, 20131) 10 Shortcuts for Lightroom 4 - Digital Photography School<br />
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These Lightroom 4 time saving tips will come in handy. <a href="http://digital-photography-school.com/10-shortcuts-of-the-commonly-used-features-in-the-library-module-of-lightroom-4?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+DigitalPhotographySchool+%28Digital+Photography+School%29&utm_content=Yahoo%21+Mail" target="_blank">Check it out</a>.Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-51995959068065665332013-05-02T08:21:00.002-04:002013-05-06T13:32:36.603-04:00Jason Brubaker on RejectionA short and simple inspirational video from artist Jason Brubaker. This pretty much applies to anything we do in the course of our lives.<br />
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I agree, everyone needs some rejection once in a while... but it also depends on who's giving it. Is it from someone you truly respect? Is it coming from some troll who doesn't have anything better to do? Is it from someone who will always disagree just because?<br />
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Either way, we have the final say on how we accept rejection. We can go the path of surrender, shrinking into the eternal darkness of inaction and self-pity, OR we can treat it as the catalyst to light a fire in our bellies, make the necessary course corrections and forge ahead.<br />
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For people planning or just starting out with photography as a business, one of the big item questions is what to charge or how much?<br />
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Just came across Zack Arias "Photography Q&A on tumblr, where a follower asked what's included in Zach's day rate.<br />
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<i>The time I need for post is typically part of that “day rate”. </i></blockquote>
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<i>Oh… usage is another line item. Usage isn’t typically included in my rate.</i></blockquote>
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<a href="http://zarias.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">Go to Zack's Photography Q&A</a> for more useful information.Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-20961345037491092372013-04-28T09:16:00.000-04:002013-04-28T09:16:00.105-04:00My PhotoWeek 2013: Apr 21 - Apr 27, 20131) Baby Sessions On A Shoe String - Chas Elliott, Digital Photography School<br />
2) Here Comes The Bride - Andy Marcus, B&H Event Space<br />
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<span style="color: white; font-family: Times, Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><i>"Photography is a luxury item in our world, not a necessity, and so for many people the money they invest in hiring a photographer to capture their family portrait, their new baby, their engagement, their 50th birthday party, or their wedding, is precious. As a photographer you are responsible for telling that families story in a way that preserves the joy in their lives for all future generations to come..." - </i></span><span style="color: white; font-family: Times, Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><i><a href="http://www.thewayweclick.com/blog/" target="_blank">Genevieve Lauren Burruss, The Way We Click Photography</a></i></span></blockquote>
I may have taken the quote out of context (it is from her <a href="http://www.thewayweclick.com/blog/archives/1318" target="_blank">Open Letter To A Thief</a>)... but the message in these few sentences just resonates with me. It serves as an inspiration to pursue the craft. Make mistakes and learn from them. Improve and strive to set myself apart from the "good enough" crowd so that I can stand behind my product and paying clients can have the peace of mind that the money they spent on a luxury item was money well spent.Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-31803525266197109282013-04-24T23:17:00.002-04:002013-04-24T23:18:58.359-04:00100 Strangers Project: 5/100 - Adrienne, Manager / Flower Expert<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Meet Adrienne, manager at <a href="http://www.lowesbayshore.com/" target="_blank">Lowe's Bayshore Nursery and Garden Center</a> and flower expert... I guess it's required with the job.<br />
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I've met Adrienne a couple of years back when I bought loads and loads of river rocks. I wasn't into serious photography back then. I was merely a customer and since I wasn't a regular I never really had a chance to get to know her.<br />
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<a href="http://point-shoot-blog.blogspot.com/2013/04/the-next-best-and-easiest-place-to.html" target="_blank">Then I decided to photograph some flowers</a>. The nursery was conveniently located in our community. After a brief introduction, Adrienne told me I was welcome to take as much photos as I'd like. Actually the photo above was taken a week after my initial visit. I told her about my 100 Strangers project and she agreed to have her photo taken.<br />
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One thing I can say about this project is that I'm really getting the hang of it. It's not as bad as I thought it would be. So far I'm 5 out of 5 giving me the impression that people are more approving if you show that you are genuinely interested and simply ask nicely. I hope my luck continues.<br />
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Thanks Adrienne!<br />
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Then it occurred to me, there's a place about a couple of blocks from my house... our local nursery. And that's what I did the other weekend. After doing some errands, my daughter and I stopped by<a href="http://www.lowesbayshore.com/" target="_blank"> </a><a href="http://www.lowesbayshore.com/" target="_blank">Lowe's Bayshore Nursery and Garden Center</a>.<br />
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Of course, I didn't just walk in and started shooting away to my heart's content. After all it's a business and there were other customers. I asked permission from the manager, Adrienne (<i>who is also going to be <a href="http://point-shoot-blog.blogspot.com/2013/04/100-strangers-project-5100-adrienne.html" target="_blank">my 5 of 100 for my 100 Strangers Project</a>, coming up next</i>).<br />
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There were a variety of subjects but here are my favorites.<br />
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Technical Info: 50mm 1.8, Aperture priority set mostly at 1.8 to get the yummy bokeh.<br />
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Thank you Adrienne for letting me take the photos and also for helping me identify the flowers.<br />
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For more Lowes Bayshore flower shots, check out the Flora album on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.360394090697675.74183.360390040698080&type=1&l=1dbac985db" target="_blank">PointShoot Facebook page</a>.<br />
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<br />Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-91304606918019303882013-04-21T23:42:00.000-04:002013-04-21T23:42:00.309-04:00My PhotoWeek 2013: Apr 14 - Apr 20, 2013Nothing really caught my eye this week except this one on multiple lighting article by Alex Smith on <a href="http://digital-photography-school.com/" target="_blank">Digital Photography School</a>.<br />
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One thing worth noting is the workflow process of developing a concept, seeing the end result even before you click the shutter button, pre-planning to determine the logistics that will help you get toward achieving the image, and having a lighting plan, setting up on the day of the shoot and finally the execution.<br />
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Joe McNally is one of my heroes and he knocks it out of the ballpark on <a href="http://www.joemcnally.com/blog/2013/04/09/the-game-of-ratios/?utm_source=pulsenews&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+joemcnally+%28Joe+McNally%27s+Blog%29" target="_blank">his blog post: <b>The Game of Ratio</b>s</a> where he talks about the ratio between ambient and flash light and how the shutter speed is the "one ring" that rules them all.Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-81117796401793813112013-04-14T01:43:00.001-04:002013-04-14T01:43:43.872-04:00100 Strangers Project: 4/100 - Hube, Business OwnerAfter speaking with <a href="http://point-shoot-blog.blogspot.com/2013/04/100-strangers-project-3100-kevin.html" target="_blank">Kevin (3/100)</a>, I told him I was interested in using his artwork as background for future outdoor portraits and he said he didn't mind. Permission one granted. Next was to ask the business owner if I could use the premises for photo shoots.<br />
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Meet Hube (pronounced Hyoo-Bee), owner of Lowe's Automotive in Stevensville, MD.<br />
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When I asked him for the photograph he was fine with it but he remarked that he doesn't really look good in photos... I beg to differ. He has very expressive eyes. In fact, I thought he was an ideal subject so I took a few more shots.<br />
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I asked Hube to step out a bit forward from the shade so I could use the sun as a nice backlight.<br />
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His business covers used car sales, auto detailing (although while I was there, they were also giving some TLC on a big boat), but the most interesting part of his business is that Hube restores some classic cars. He took me inside his workshop to show me some works in progress. That explains some of the old classics sitting outside.<br />
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Hube's a cool guy. So cool he even told me that we can work on shooting his finished cars one of these days. I think it will be an awesome experience.<br />
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Thanks Hube for giving me the opportunity and I'm looking forward to working with you in the future.Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-50055024441027864832013-04-14T01:10:00.003-04:002013-04-14T01:23:38.311-04:00100 Strangers Project: 3/100 - Kevin, Graffiti ArtistAlmost on a daily basis I pass by an automotive building wrapped in graffiti artwork. I think it would serve as a great background for outdoor portraits and I always tell myself that one of these days I'll drop by and take a closer look but never do... until today.<br />
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Meet Kevin, graffiti artist. I asked him about his current work and he told me this one wasn't hired work but the owner lets him use the building as his canvas. He declined to have a headshot taken but preferred one in action.<br />
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It was nice to meet you Kevin!Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-33874181698430044962013-04-07T09:32:00.000-04:002013-04-07T09:32:00.077-04:00My PhotoWeek 2013: Mar 31 - Apr 6, 20131) Fashion,Glamour, Modeling, Posing, and Lighting Photography Tutorial - Tony Northrup<br />
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Excellent <a href="http://strobist.blogspot.com/2013/04/bts-cafeteria-lunches.html" target="_blank">walkthrough and back story</a> on school cafeteria lunches.Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-84790674665623280782013-04-07T02:19:00.000-04:002013-05-06T13:34:00.817-04:00Springtime Is Macro TimeYes, it's springtime and that means bugs, flowers, leaves, and shooting macro. It was still a chilly afternoon but my daughter wanted to play outside on the walkway and she wanted me to stay out with her. So I thought, why not take this opportunity to break out my macro setup and re-familiarize myself with my go-to settings in preparation to my "macro open season".<br />
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I don't own a macro lens, instead I use my favorite old Nikkor 35-70mm, f3.3-4.5 that has a macro focus setting. Then I attach it to the business end of two to three nikon extension tubes.<br />
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I also employ the help of my trusty SB-20 speedlights when the lighting situation calls for it. Also, on-camera flash is out of the question given the extension tubes plus lens is quite long. I overcome thatby using wireless remote triggers so I can place the flash anywhere I want.<br />
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The thing with this set up is not having the ability to focus from a distance, which is important for skittish bugs. The front of the lens is usually around two to three inches away from the subject. One solution I've read online is to capture the bugs and put them in the fridge to slow them down, or find dead ones. Well, I don't want to put bugs in my fridge and dead ones, in most cases, don't look appealing.<br />
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Another challenge is not having auto focus. I set the camera body focus switch to manual, then turn the lens focus ring all the way to macro (M). Then I physically move the camera forward and back until I get a clear focus in my viewfinder. This can also be made easier with a focusing rail, which I don't have so for now I am relying on my super steady hands and high capacity lungs that allow me to be as still as a rock. OK, not really... with this set up it's mostly patience and luck.<br />
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I haven't taken any macro since August of last year so I need to re-familiarize myself to my ideal settings so I don't have to fiddle with it when it starts to get warmer and my backyard comes to life.<br />
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First I tried to shoot blades of grass but at this magnification level, which can be more than life-size (ranging from 1:1.2 to 1:1.7 depending on my zoom setting), the slightest breeze translated to excessive movement resulting in a blurred shot. I moved on to more stationary subjects. I'll deal with more challenging subjects in the future. Today was about finding my ideal settings.<br />
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The settings are listed in the captions. The f-stops are based on the lens markings and not the equivalent f-stop as an effect of the extension. I just know that I lose several stops of light the farther I place the lens from the body. f/11 might as well be equivalent to f/32 or more. I really haven't done the calculation.<br />
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Further in my backyard there is a long piece of 4 x 4 wood covered in moss so I went over to investigate.<br />
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Then on top of the moss are these growths. I don't know what they are but there's a tiny red spot, a little less than a millimeter in diameter.<br />
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Finally back in the house I thought I'd get detail from the "Best By" imprint on my daughter's juice pack. Part of it actually looks like a smiley :)<br />
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I'm quite happy with the results, and the sharpness, considering I was hand-holding the camera. Now I have my go to settings. Can't wait for the upcoming macro adventures.</div>
Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-56380394482591483602013-04-04T09:49:00.001-04:002013-04-04T11:33:36.452-04:00100 Strangers Project: REBOOTLast year I started a 100 Strangers project where I finished with just 1. Talk about crash and burn. So this year, however late, I decided to do a reboot, starting with...<br />
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Joanne is a contractor working on "stuff" for a department where I work. I approached her the day before and asked her if she would be interested in having her photo taken for my 100 Strangers project. She said she would think about it. I thought she was politely saying NO. My project was off to a bad start. But later she came to my desk and told me we could do it the next day during lunch break. I was so excited.<br />
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The conference room had three big windows so I pulled up the blinds on one and we shot in natural light.<br />
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The day couldn't have gone any better. Joanne had company. I got Sarah for number 2 of 100.<br />
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I felt like a GEICO customer... "happier than a witch in a broom factory" :)<br />
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Thanks Joanne and Sarah for giving me the opportunity to photograph both of you. I'm off to a great start.Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-40192450152768558352013-03-31T09:21:00.000-04:002013-03-31T09:21:00.180-04:00My PhotoWeek 2013: Mar 24 - Mar 30, 20131) Classical Posing and Portrait Lighting - Frank Dispensa<br />
2) Free Photo Guides - Photoshelter.com<br />
3) Breaking Down The Silvertide Concert - Jared Polin / FroKnowsPhoto<br />
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Just the basics. As the saying goes: Learn the rules first before breaking them.<br />
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If you're thinking about taking your hobby to the next level and you are the reading type, <a href="http://www.photoshelter.com/mkt/research/" target="_blank">check out Photoshelter.com's free guides</a> to the Photography Business. You get the guides by providing your email. The only minor suggestion I would give is for them to have a "cart" instead of entering your email for each selection you make... but it's not a big deal. Hey, it's FREE!<br />
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Once you're done selecting your favorite guides, scroll further down to the bottom to see a treasure trove of educational content covering a wide range of topics. Enjoy!<br />
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<b>3) Breaking Down The Silvertide Concert - Jared Polin</b><br />
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<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/qi3C4IOb84o" width="560"></iframe>Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-23721111934543601122013-03-24T11:59:00.000-04:002013-03-24T11:59:00.412-04:00My PhotoWeek 2013: Mar 17 - Mar 23, 20131) Looking At Ansel Adams: The Photographs And The Man - Andrea Stillman<br />
2) The Copyright Zone Guys - Jack Reznicki and Ed Greenberg<br />
3) Sliencing the Creative Critic - Brian Bowen Smith<br />
4) 5 Beach Photography Tips - HerView Photography<br />
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A presentation by Ansel Adam's former assistant, Andrea Stillman. My favorite part starts around 40:00 when Andrea recounts the day Ansel worked on his "Clearing Winter Storm" photograph and describes Ansel's dodging and burning methods as a "ballet". The man's a genius... but everybody already knows that.<br />
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Some of your copyright questions answered.<br />
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Inspiring talk on the creative process, thinking on your feet and doing what you love.<br />
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<i>"What you love isn't necessarily what I love. Best advice I got... Dude, people are gonna hate your shit but keep doing doing it. As long as you're happy with what you do, nobody can tell you you're right or wrong." - Brian Bowen Smith</i></blockquote>
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Oodles of practical tips from Brian Fischer on glamour shoots on the beach. Read the <a href="http://www.herviewphotography.com/2013/03/12/beach-photography-tips-glamour-shoot.html" target="_blank">entire guest post on HerView Photography</a>. I particularly like the tip on investing on a few NEW $10 swimsuit on hand to GIVE AWAY in case the model arrives with something unflattering.After all, a photographer's job is the capture the subject looking his or her best. That's advice worth its weight in gold.Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-35064575006727284982013-03-22T09:10:00.002-04:002013-03-23T23:50:28.855-04:00Quote: Brian Bowen SmithCelebrity photographer <a href="http://bowensmith.com/" target="_blank">Brian Bowen Smith</a> on what's important about your craft...<br />
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Nuff said :)Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8957444415319303898.post-34859655313810768842013-03-21T22:04:00.001-04:002013-03-21T22:07:32.409-04:00Forever Etched In Memory<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">Today I was driving home, Eastbound on the Chesapeake Bay Bridge around 6:30pm-ish and i saw in my rear view mirror, an awesome red-golden glow of the setting sun just touching the Chesapeake Bay horizon with dramatic clouds and "God-rays" shooting skywards... if it wasn't illegal to stop in the middle of the bridge I would've done it and probably come home smiling from ear to ear. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">The scene is forever etched in my memory and you won't see it until technology catches up where digital images can be downloaded directly from our brains.</span>Mariohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07196114213111641457noreply@blogger.com0