8/31/2016
With a 10x optical zoom and a xenon flash the Hasselblad True Zoom 4116 is one of the most interesting Moto Mods for the Moto Z yet.
8/31/2016
This video tutorial covers everything you need to know about working with Adobe Lightroom Mobile, all the way from shooting images in the field, transferring raw files to your mobile device, and syncing them to your desktop over the cloud.
Complete Shooting and Raw Processing Workflow with Adobe Lightroom Mobile
Not only that, this tutorial also takes things further by showing some of the Adobe Photoshop editing techniques Elia Locardi used to create one of his most famous photos from Stockholm, “Belly of the Beast.”
For more tutorial videos, visit: www.elialocardi.com
Elia Locardi is an internationally acclaimed professional travel photographer, videographer, writer, public speaker and highly skilled educator who spends his life shooting some of the most beautiful locations in the world. Location independent since March of 2012, he and his wife live a 100% mobile lifestyle, perpetually traveling from country to country, continuously circling the globe. Since he began traveling full-time in 2009, he has visited more than 55 countries and flown over one million miles. Learn More about Elia
Text, image and video via Elia Locardi
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| “Belly of the Beast” by Elia Locardi |
About Author:
Elia Locardi is an internationally acclaimed professional travel photographer, videographer, writer, public speaker and highly skilled educator who spends his life shooting some of the most beautiful locations in the world. Location independent since March of 2012, he and his wife live a 100% mobile lifestyle, perpetually traveling from country to country, continuously circling the globe. Since he began traveling full-time in 2009, he has visited more than 55 countries and flown over one million miles. Learn More about Elia
Text, image and video via Elia Locardi
8/31/2016
Learn how to shoot a Milky Way timelapse, from the initial setup, location, time and gear.
Steps mentioned in the video:
0:04 - Part 1: Planning
1:12 - Part 2: Composition
3:22 - Part 3: Gear
7:18 - End result
Text, image and video via RhinoCameraGear
How to Shoot a Milky Way Time Lapse
Steps mentioned in the video:
0:04 - Part 1: Planning
1:12 - Part 2: Composition
3:22 - Part 3: Gear
7:18 - End result
8/31/2016
To create a virtual copy of an image in Lightroom, simply right-click on an image and go to ‘Create Virtual Copy’. No additional files will be created on your computer, these copies are references of the original image stored in the Lightroom catalog.
Creating Virtual Copies will allow you to have multiple edited versions of your images that you can then send to your clients.
Text, image and video via Photoshop Tutorials by PHLEARN
How to Use Virtual Copies in Lightroom
Creating Virtual Copies will allow you to have multiple edited versions of your images that you can then send to your clients.
Read the full article on phlearn.com/use-virtual-copies-lightroom
Text, image and video via Photoshop Tutorials by PHLEARN
8/30/2016
Getting All the Angles: Two Minute Tips with David Bergman
Join David as he uses this seemingly simple photography exercise to help see the world from a completely different perspective.
Text, image and video via Adorama and davidbergman.net
Text, image and video via Adorama and davidbergman.net
8/30/2016
A behind the scenes look into the lighting, tethering and concept of this photograph for Tether Tools and the "How I Got The Shot" series with photographer Clay Cook .
CREDITS:
Photography: Clay Cook
Model: Alex Hepfinger (Heyman Talent Agency)
Cinematography: Blake McGrew
Photography Assistant: Hunter Zieske
Lighting the background on fire: How Clay Cook Got The Shot
CREDITS:
Photography: Clay Cook
Model: Alex Hepfinger (Heyman Talent Agency)
Cinematography: Blake McGrew
Photography Assistant: Hunter Zieske
8/30/2016
The new Canon 5D Mark IV is here! As excited as our friend Chris Lavigne is here at Wistia to welcome this new DSLR into our camera toolbox, they had to take a minute to reflect on just how amazing and game-changing its predecessor was.
Read more about why the 5D Mark III will forever hold a very special place in our hearts at Wistia: www.wi.st/canon5d
Farewell, Canon 5D Mark III: A Wistia Musical Tribute
The new Canon 5D Mark IV is here! As excited as our friend Chris Lavigne is here at Wistia to welcome this new DSLR into our camera toolbox, they had to take a minute to reflect on just how amazing and game-changing its predecessor was.
Read more about why the 5D Mark III will forever hold a very special place in our hearts at Wistia: www.wi.st/canon5d
8/30/2016
We are obsessed with new cameras, lenses, strobes, but photographer Matt Granger goes in the opposite direction. With his serie called "Budgetography", he explores new and cheap ways to create stunning images.
You only need a bubble machine. Don't you believe ?
Text, image and video via Matt Granger
$20 in kids toys to create beautiful bubble boudoir photos!
We are obsessed with new cameras, lenses, strobes, but photographer Matt Granger goes in the opposite direction. With his serie called "Budgetography", he explores new and cheap ways to create stunning images.
You only need a bubble machine. Don't you believe ?
Text, image and video via Matt Granger
8/30/2016
A Dancer in New York City by Joe McNally
Big Lights, Big City! A behind-the-scenes video (shot with Nikon’s D5) about creating a photo portfolio for a beautiful young dancer who just arrived in NYC.
Follow Joe as he uses two new additions in Nikon’s line up, the D500 camera and the SB-5000 Speedlight, as he photographs this dynamic subject around town, in the studio and on stage.
Follow Joe as he uses two new additions in Nikon’s line up, the D500 camera and the SB-5000 Speedlight, as he photographs this dynamic subject around town, in the studio and on stage.
Remember that Joe McNally will be on PoPupGPP Berlin next October 28 and 29. More information on gulfphotoplus.com/popup/berlin
Joe McNally is an internationally acclaimed photographer whose career has spanned more than 35 years and included assignments in 60 countries. McNally was the last staff photographer in the history of LIFE magazine, sharing a legacy with his heroes and mentors—Carl Mydans, Alfred Eisenstaedt, Gordon Parks, John Loengard—who forever influenced and shaped his work Let's Get Connected: Blog | Twitter | Instagram
More information on imagechaser.com/nikon-d500 | Image, text and video via Joe McNally
About Joe McNally:
Joe McNally is an internationally acclaimed photographer whose career has spanned more than 35 years and included assignments in 60 countries. McNally was the last staff photographer in the history of LIFE magazine, sharing a legacy with his heroes and mentors—Carl Mydans, Alfred Eisenstaedt, Gordon Parks, John Loengard—who forever influenced and shaped his work Let's Get Connected: Blog | Twitter | InstagramMore information on imagechaser.com/nikon-d500 | Image, text and video via Joe McNally
8/29/2016
Announcing the photographer is only one answer to the many questions that each year surround the making of the Pirelli Calendar.
One of the biggest questions is related to the unveiling of the protagonists: who are they and how many are there? Where were the shots taken? Which images will make up the final product?
This video takes you behind the scenes of The Cal 2017 and reveals for the first time, without giving it all away, the extraordinary protagonists of this edition.
Read the full story on pirellicalendar.com | Text & video via AutoPlusMagazine + Pirelli
Pirelli Calendar 2017: a glimpse behind the veil with Peter Lindbergh
One of the biggest questions is related to the unveiling of the protagonists: who are they and how many are there? Where were the shots taken? Which images will make up the final product?
This video takes you behind the scenes of The Cal 2017 and reveals for the first time, without giving it all away, the extraordinary protagonists of this edition.
Read the full story on pirellicalendar.com | Text & video via AutoPlusMagazine + Pirelli
8/28/2016
How To Pose Women: 10 Quick Tips
In this video, Photographer Manny Ortiz goes over 10 tips that he personally uses when posing women.
8/28/2016
A test shoot with APM Model, Elliana and photographer Evan Guttman . Shot in the middle of traffic on 3rd Ave, Park Ave, and in Central Park. Testing how his new Phottix lights do in high speed sync to over power the really bright sun.
See his settings and additional behind the scenes shots on EvanWasHerePhotography.com
For over a decade, Evan has been experimenting with color, lights, shadows, and reflections to capture his client’s essence. By working with first timers to professional models, Evan has mastered creating a comfortable environment for all his clients, regardless of their experience as models in front of a camera. Let's Get Connected: Website | Instagram
Text, image and video via EvanWasHere
Over power the really bright sun in the NYC: HSS with the Sony a7RII
A test shoot with APM Model, Elliana and photographer Evan Guttman . Shot in the middle of traffic on 3rd Ave, Park Ave, and in Central Park. Testing how his new Phottix lights do in high speed sync to over power the really bright sun.
See his settings and additional behind the scenes shots on EvanWasHerePhotography.com
About Evan Guttman:
For over a decade, Evan has been experimenting with color, lights, shadows, and reflections to capture his client’s essence. By working with first timers to professional models, Evan has mastered creating a comfortable environment for all his clients, regardless of their experience as models in front of a camera. Let's Get Connected: Website | InstagramText, image and video via EvanWasHere
8/27/2016
From an early age, Zacharie Rabehi has been exposed to the work of documentary makers. After seeing images from far away places and reports of people’s struggles, he knew he wanted to travel and immerse himself in those stories - and tell them through photography.
In 2008, after successive trips to India, he decided to settle there and document the life of people who had made an impact on him. He has worked on social issues such as the Kashmir occupation, the drought in Maharashtra, the transgender community, Cuba’s iron curtain fall, the refugees' route to Europe, the Nepal earthquake aftermath, survivors of acid attacks and more.
In 2015, he co-founded the Girls Photo Collective that aims to empower young girls from various backgrounds through photography. Zacharie now splits his time between Germany, France and India.
You can see more of his work on EyeEm eyeem.com/zacharie_r or his website zacharierabehi.format.com
Text, image and video via EyeEm
Introducing The 2016 EyeEm Photographer of the Year: Zacharie Rabehi
Attention: This video contains explicit images.
From an early age, Zacharie Rabehi has been exposed to the work of documentary makers. After seeing images from far away places and reports of people’s struggles, he knew he wanted to travel and immerse himself in those stories - and tell them through photography.
In 2008, after successive trips to India, he decided to settle there and document the life of people who had made an impact on him. He has worked on social issues such as the Kashmir occupation, the drought in Maharashtra, the transgender community, Cuba’s iron curtain fall, the refugees' route to Europe, the Nepal earthquake aftermath, survivors of acid attacks and more.
In 2015, he co-founded the Girls Photo Collective that aims to empower young girls from various backgrounds through photography. Zacharie now splits his time between Germany, France and India.
You can see more of his work on EyeEm eyeem.com/zacharie_r or his website zacharierabehi.format.com
Text, image and video via EyeEm
8/27/2016
While shooting portraits outdoors in bright sunlight, renowned commercial photographer Joel Grimes uses a neutral density filter, strobe, and a Beauty Dish to create a properly exposed image with shallow depth of field
Commercial photographer Joel Grimes has nearly thirty years of experience in the field. Throughout his successful career, Joel's assignments have taken him to every state across the USA and to over fifty countries around the globe. Aside from his commercial work, Joel views himself as an ambassador for the photographic creative process, teaching hands-on workshops around the world as a Canon Explorer of Light. Let's Get Connected: Website
Text, image and video via F.J. Westcott
What Kind of ND Filter Do You Need to Capture Shallow Depth of Field in Full Sun
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| With this aperture Joe uses a 6 stops ND Filter |
About Joel Grimes:
Commercial photographer Joel Grimes has nearly thirty years of experience in the field. Throughout his successful career, Joel's assignments have taken him to every state across the USA and to over fifty countries around the globe. Aside from his commercial work, Joel views himself as an ambassador for the photographic creative process, teaching hands-on workshops around the world as a Canon Explorer of Light. Let's Get Connected: WebsiteText, image and video via F.J. Westcott
8/27/2016
DPreview have done a quick comparison of the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV's rolling shutter, compared with the EOS-1D X Mark II and the Sony a6300. The results are a little disappointing.
Obviously they have panned faster than you ever sensibly would, to make the difference clearer. Sadly the 5D IV's rolling shutter isn't nearly as well controlled as the 1D X Mark II's, instead looking very similar to the Sony a6300's 24p mode.
DPReview.com is the world's biggest digital camera review website. Let's Get Connected: DPReview.com
Text, images and video via dpreview com
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Rolling Shutter Demonstration
DPreview have done a quick comparison of the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV's rolling shutter, compared with the EOS-1D X Mark II and the Sony a6300. The results are a little disappointing.
Obviously they have panned faster than you ever sensibly would, to make the difference clearer. Sadly the 5D IV's rolling shutter isn't nearly as well controlled as the 1D X Mark II's, instead looking very similar to the Sony a6300's 24p mode.
About DPReview:
DPReview.com is the world's biggest digital camera review website. Let's Get Connected: DPReview.comText, images and video via dpreview com
8/26/2016
Speedlight vs studio strobes? When it comes to off camera flash photography people often find this to be a very confusing subject.
Generally speaking, Monolights are more powerful than speedlites. Speedlights cost less than monolights. Monolights recycle faster and let you shoot longer bursts. Speedlites are smaller and more portable.
Monolights are predominantly manual only, however companies like Profoto, Godox and Adorama are coming out with TTL Monolight’s if you are willing to shell out the cash.
Speedlights are predominately automatic and TTL – through the lens, however most also offer a manual option and many manufacturers still offer manual only Speedlites which Joe Edelman personally prefers and these manual ones cost much less.
Monolight’s usually have more modifiers available, but many companies are now making adapters or Speedlight specific modifiers like the Roque Flashbenders. Speedlights will allow you to stop very fast action and even shoot at very high shutter speeds. Monolights – not so much on the fast action, but some of the pricier units will allow you to work at higher shutter speeds.
In this video, Joe Edelman will use a Flashpoint320M Monolight and a LumoPro 180R Speedlight to show you the basic differences between the two types of flash units.
PRODUCTS MENTIONED:
Flashpoint 320M 150ws Monolight - http://amzn.to/2bJASeQ
LumoPro 180R Speedlight - http://amzn.to/2bEsxu2
LumoPro Cold Shoe Adapter - http://amzn.to/2bZErhr
Photoflex Medium Lite Dome - http://amzn.to/2bEsDlo
LumoPro LP606 8' Black Air Cushioned Light Stand - http://amzn.to/2bjRLvI
Speedlights vs Studio Strobes? Which flash is better and why?
Generally speaking, Monolights are more powerful than speedlites. Speedlights cost less than monolights. Monolights recycle faster and let you shoot longer bursts. Speedlites are smaller and more portable.
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| Monolight vs speedlight |
Speedlights are predominately automatic and TTL – through the lens, however most also offer a manual option and many manufacturers still offer manual only Speedlites which Joe Edelman personally prefers and these manual ones cost much less.
Monolight’s usually have more modifiers available, but many companies are now making adapters or Speedlight specific modifiers like the Roque Flashbenders. Speedlights will allow you to stop very fast action and even shoot at very high shutter speeds. Monolights – not so much on the fast action, but some of the pricier units will allow you to work at higher shutter speeds.
In this video, Joe Edelman will use a Flashpoint320M Monolight and a LumoPro 180R Speedlight to show you the basic differences between the two types of flash units.
PRODUCTS MENTIONED:
NOTE: We have not any kind of relationship with Amazon Affiliate Links. We have shared Joe´s product links published on YouTube to help him support the cost of producing these videos. Thank you for understanding.
Flashpoint 320M 150ws Monolight - http://amzn.to/2bJASeQ
LumoPro 180R Speedlight - http://amzn.to/2bEsxu2
LumoPro Cold Shoe Adapter - http://amzn.to/2bZErhr
Photoflex Medium Lite Dome - http://amzn.to/2bEsDlo
LumoPro LP606 8' Black Air Cushioned Light Stand - http://amzn.to/2bjRLvI
FTC - LumoPro brand equipment was supplied to me by LumoPro. All other equipment is my own. All opinions are my own. - said Joe-
8/26/2016
Ever wonder what it would be like to attend one of Ansel Adams' photography workshops? Now you don't have to! In this episode we talk with Ansel's daughter-in-law about Ansel's workshops, teaching styles and his lesser known portraits. Never-before-heard stories!
A big thank you to the Adams Family and Ansel Adams' Gallery. We couldn't share his stories without you!
Visit Ansel Adams Gallery: anseladams.com
How would be to attend an Ansel Adams' photography workshop?
She gave me and intimate behind the scenes look at Ansel and covered some important points I had never heard before - said our friend Marc Silber:
- His portraiture, and how, as with his landscapes, he MADE photographs, (he didn’t take them) so he didn’t hesitate at posing people for the effect he was after.
- She discussed in detail his famous image of the iconic artist Georgia O’Keefe and her ranch manager, captured with 35mm (uncharacteristic of Ansel. We get to see his contact sheet too.)
- She shows an example of a print in Yosemite that pulls the viewer in and has photos within the photo.
- She discussed his style of teaching and how he was as a person as well and more interesting inside info.
A big thank you to the Adams Family and Ansel Adams' Gallery. We couldn't share his stories without you!
Visit Ansel Adams Gallery: anseladams.com
8/25/2016
We live in a celebrity-obsessed society in which we're constantly surrounded by videos, images and stories about our favorite stars, making us feel as if they are a part of our lives.
A Day Inside the Lives of Hollywood Paparazzi
But what about the people who actually spend their lives photographing these celebrities? What is it like to be a part of the paparazzi? Do they consider it a passion or is it just another day's work?
For more: http://elitedai.ly/2biwjr3 | Text, image and video via Elite Daily
For more: http://elitedai.ly/2biwjr3 | Text, image and video via Elite Daily
8/25/2016
Photographer Joey L. has shared today a behind the scenes look at how People of the Delta’s scripted scenes were merged with real life events.
The Making of a Hybrid Film: People of the Delta by Joey L
Photographer Joey L. has shared today a behind the scenes look at how People of the Delta’s scripted scenes were merged with real life events.
For centuries, Ethiopia’s Lower Omo Valley has been a crossroads for many distinct tribes. During times of drought, natural resources become scarce, escalating clashes between groups. In an ever-changing landscape, young men and women come of age in an unfamiliar time.
The story is narrated from two unique perspectives. Uri- a young boy from the Hamar tribe who becomes a man during his rite of passage ceremony, and Segelgwo- an elder chief of the Daasanach, who reflects on his community’s uncertain future. -said on Vimeo-
THE EQUIPMENT (UPDATE)
A behind the scenes video which looks more into the gear they used on location in Southern Ethiopia during our rugged filming process.
Joseph Anthony Lawrence, best known as Joey L., is a Canadian-born photographer and director based in Brooklyn, New York. Having borrowed his father’s digital point-and-shoot camera at the age of 10, Joey turned to photography as a means of expressing his creativity, which ultimately transformed into a lifelong passion. Let's Get Connected: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
Text, images and video via Joey L
A behind the scenes video which looks more into the gear they used on location in Southern Ethiopia during our rugged filming process.
About Joey L:
Joseph Anthony Lawrence, best known as Joey L., is a Canadian-born photographer and director based in Brooklyn, New York. Having borrowed his father’s digital point-and-shoot camera at the age of 10, Joey turned to photography as a means of expressing his creativity, which ultimately transformed into a lifelong passion. Let's Get Connected: Website | Twitter | Facebook | InstagramText, images and video via Joey L
8/25/2016
Shutterbug were one of a handful of outlets to put the new 30.4MP Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR to the test ahead of its unveiling tonight. Check out what they and Jordan Matter thought of the Canon 5D Mark IV in their portrait, action, video and low light tests.
Video Credits
Photographer: Jordan Matter - jordanmatter.com
Video & Editing: Sandy Chase - fluidfilm.com
Model/Actress: Anna Cameron
Director: Dan Havlik
Text, image and video via Shutterbug Magazine
Shutterbug Street Test: The New Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR
Video Credits
Photographer: Jordan Matter - jordanmatter.com
Video & Editing: Sandy Chase - fluidfilm.com
Model/Actress: Anna Cameron
Director: Dan Havlik
Text, image and video via Shutterbug Magazine
8/24/2016
Firstly, hello World. It has been quite some time since I have had a chance to sit down and write a bit, but in a way, that is a good thing as I have a lot of new images to talk about in the near future. Today’s photoshoot is one that supersedes them all, as it is one that near and dear to my heart.
My Dad is my role model for many reasons. His humility, his work ethic, how he treats my Mom, how he has supported me in my pursuit of a career in photography, the list goes on and on. He is the person that I have essentially tried to emulate. No matter what photoshoot I am doing, he never asks for anything, from a photo to meeting a celebrity, he only asks how I am doing whenever we talk. It is for this reason that I feel there is no one that deserves a cool photoshoot more, so this is exactly what we did.
You see, there are few things that make my Dad as happy as his car. It, a 1965 Corvette, was his gift to himself when he retired, and the very same car that got him through the tough battle he had with cancer. He does not boast about it, but I know how important it is to him. For this reason, I have wanted for a long time to photograph it for him. However, with a busy schedule and the inability to sneak it to the studio with my camera gear in it, this has been a fleeting quest.
That is, until last month.
My Dad and my Mom went on a vacation. As is the usual, if I am in town I stop in and check on their house and pick up the mail. However, this time I noticed the key to the Corvette was on the counter and the wheels began turning (holy pun Batman!). While I knew that I could probably make this a big production, I thought that it would be even more personal to my Dad if I did the photoshoot with just my brother and my wife. That way the three of us could sign the prints for him and not just me.
So we picked a date and all headed out to the studio, my brother with my Dad’s car and my wife and I behind him with the camera gear and a fire extinguisher in case it caught fire en route (old Corvettes have a proclivity for this sort of thing). At the studio we met up with Floyd and my friend Paul, who helped with some of the heavy lifting. All of us got the car onto Go Jax to roll it into place and once we set it down, I started building the lighting around it.
Originally, I had planned out a crazy lighting scheme that had a ton of light banks to smooth out the shoulder line of the car and make the paint look flawless. However, the more I thought about it, I felt that this was not true to the photoshoot. My dad is a simple man and his car is not a garage queen; it is a car that he drives and accepts for the paint chips and imperfections it has. It is for this reason I decided on getting a spotlight feel that would highlight the Corvette, but also show off the lines of it and the dust alike.
Luckily for me, Floyd (the owner of Loft 19 studios) had the absolute perfect light for this. The light was an old Mole-Richardson Molelipso Ellipsoidal (say that five times fast), and was one of the actually lights used for the movie The Shining. It produced an incredibly hard cut light that was direct, yet flattering. With the car backed into the cove of the studio’s cyclorama, I used the bounce of the white to fill in the shadow that countered the light source. The result was exciting not only from what I saw on set, but from the idea of how much my Dad would enjoy it.
At the end of the day, we did our best to Ferris Bueller the car back home and park it exactly how it had been when my parents left. It had been a photoshoot that we will all remember and one that I will always think back to, as it was the day I could say thank you to the man that has supported me through everything.
I love you Dad.
Blair has had the good fortune to shoot campaigns around the globe for a diversified list of clients that range from television shows shot for The Discovery Channel to athletes photographed for Muscle Milk. In August of 2008 he decided to have his hand at photographing autos, not out of a quest for work, but in an attempt to create some images to put on his walls… He began shooting for Chevrolet two months later.
Let's Get Connected: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
Behind the scenes from a photoshoot for one of the most important people to me: My Dad
Today we have the pleasure to feature "A Photoshoot for Dad". Written by Blair Bunting , we hope you enjoy with this story :
Firstly, hello World. It has been quite some time since I have had a chance to sit down and write a bit, but in a way, that is a good thing as I have a lot of new images to talk about in the near future. Today’s photoshoot is one that supersedes them all, as it is one that near and dear to my heart.
My Dad is my role model for many reasons. His humility, his work ethic, how he treats my Mom, how he has supported me in my pursuit of a career in photography, the list goes on and on. He is the person that I have essentially tried to emulate. No matter what photoshoot I am doing, he never asks for anything, from a photo to meeting a celebrity, he only asks how I am doing whenever we talk. It is for this reason that I feel there is no one that deserves a cool photoshoot more, so this is exactly what we did.
You see, there are few things that make my Dad as happy as his car. It, a 1965 Corvette, was his gift to himself when he retired, and the very same car that got him through the tough battle he had with cancer. He does not boast about it, but I know how important it is to him. For this reason, I have wanted for a long time to photograph it for him. However, with a busy schedule and the inability to sneak it to the studio with my camera gear in it, this has been a fleeting quest.
That is, until last month.
My Dad and my Mom went on a vacation. As is the usual, if I am in town I stop in and check on their house and pick up the mail. However, this time I noticed the key to the Corvette was on the counter and the wheels began turning (holy pun Batman!). While I knew that I could probably make this a big production, I thought that it would be even more personal to my Dad if I did the photoshoot with just my brother and my wife. That way the three of us could sign the prints for him and not just me.
So we picked a date and all headed out to the studio, my brother with my Dad’s car and my wife and I behind him with the camera gear and a fire extinguisher in case it caught fire en route (old Corvettes have a proclivity for this sort of thing). At the studio we met up with Floyd and my friend Paul, who helped with some of the heavy lifting. All of us got the car onto Go Jax to roll it into place and once we set it down, I started building the lighting around it.
Originally, I had planned out a crazy lighting scheme that had a ton of light banks to smooth out the shoulder line of the car and make the paint look flawless. However, the more I thought about it, I felt that this was not true to the photoshoot. My dad is a simple man and his car is not a garage queen; it is a car that he drives and accepts for the paint chips and imperfections it has. It is for this reason I decided on getting a spotlight feel that would highlight the Corvette, but also show off the lines of it and the dust alike.
Luckily for me, Floyd (the owner of Loft 19 studios) had the absolute perfect light for this. The light was an old Mole-Richardson Molelipso Ellipsoidal (say that five times fast), and was one of the actually lights used for the movie The Shining. It produced an incredibly hard cut light that was direct, yet flattering. With the car backed into the cove of the studio’s cyclorama, I used the bounce of the white to fill in the shadow that countered the light source. The result was exciting not only from what I saw on set, but from the idea of how much my Dad would enjoy it.
At the end of the day, we did our best to Ferris Bueller the car back home and park it exactly how it had been when my parents left. It had been a photoshoot that we will all remember and one that I will always think back to, as it was the day I could say thank you to the man that has supported me through everything.
I love you Dad.
This article and all the images were originally published on blog.blairbunting.com and shared with his permission
About Blair Bunting:
Blair has had the good fortune to shoot campaigns around the globe for a diversified list of clients that range from television shows shot for The Discovery Channel to athletes photographed for Muscle Milk. In August of 2008 he decided to have his hand at photographing autos, not out of a quest for work, but in an attempt to create some images to put on his walls… He began shooting for Chevrolet two months later.
Let's Get Connected: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
8/24/2016
So, which is the best choice for wildlife photography - the Nikon 200-500 or the Nikon 300 PF? Wildlife photographer Steve Perry gives you the answer:
So, which it the best choice - the Nikon 200-500 or the Nikon 300PF for wildlife photography? Well, press play and see for yourself :)
Companion page: www.backcountrygallery.com
He is an award winning landscape and wildlife photographer with a deep commitment to bringing his unique vision to life whenever he lifts a camera to his inspired eye. Follow him on backcountrygallery.com
Text, images and video via Steve Perry
Nikon 200-500 vs Nikon 300 PF: A Review And Comparison
I get this question all the time and the choice is never an easy one. I own both the 200-500 and the 300PF and have put together a comprehensive review and comparison of the two optics in this video.
From size and build quality to AF speed, VR, and sharpness it’s all covered and more. Plus, I toss in lots of my own discoveries that might help you get even more from these two lenses.
So, which it the best choice - the Nikon 200-500 or the Nikon 300PF for wildlife photography? Well, press play and see for yourself :)
Companion page: www.backcountrygallery.com
About Author:
He is an award winning landscape and wildlife photographer with a deep commitment to bringing his unique vision to life whenever he lifts a camera to his inspired eye. Follow him on backcountrygallery.comText, images and video via Steve Perry
8/23/2016
Having an outdoor shooting has always been ideal for me. I can play with different angles, find interesting places and create a story. You can be surprised how even a small corner from an outdoor location can inspire you and create a perfect frame.
One of my latest photo shoots was at a pool in Bucharest. The location was great because it offered a variety of good angles. I didn't shoot all the images next to the pool, but instead I chose to also use a green hedge and a floral background.
The outfits that the model wore had a mix of elegant and posh style that blended perfectly with the location. Lastly, she wore an all-black swimsuit for the shots near the pool.
Equipment used:
Credits:
I always try to create a photography project centered around the quest for individuality.
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Shooting at the pool: Two light setup for model photography
Today we have the pleasure to feature "Shooting at the pool". Written by Zia Vey , we hope you enjoy with this story :
One of my latest photo shoots was at a pool in Bucharest. The location was great because it offered a variety of good angles. I didn't shoot all the images next to the pool, but instead I chose to also use a green hedge and a floral background.
The outfits that the model wore had a mix of elegant and posh style that blended perfectly with the location. Lastly, she wore an all-black swimsuit for the shots near the pool.
As usual, I used 2 lights - a main light on an Avenger boom arm (Cononmk 600 W portable flash with a 90 cm deep softbox), and as a fill, a Cononmk K4T 400 W battery powered strobe with a 105 cm softbox umbrella. I prefer the deep softbox for its softness and the fact that it's allowing me to get the light very close the subject. Almost all my pictures are shot with my 50 mm Sigma Art and a Nikon D800 E.
Final Images:
Equipment used:
- Cononmk I6T EX 600 W portable strobe
- Cononmk K4T 400 W portable strobe
- Cononmk 90 cm deep octa
- 105 cm softbox umbrella
- Nikon D800 E
- Sigma Art 50 mm
Credits:
- Photography - Zia Vey
- Model - Madalina Pralea (Rue des Modeles)
- Outfits - Alexandra Calafeteanu
- Video - Zia Vey & Raluca Enache
About Zia Vey:
I always try to create a photography project centered around the quest for individuality.
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8/23/2016
All landscape photographers have the same problem when it is raining or snowing. Our equipment are not waterproof and even with this characteristic, the best idea is to use some kind of protection to prevent damage it.
Photographer Benjamin Jaworskyj gives you a simple tip, a little bit different to the typical shower cap solution to help you out there.
You only spend one dollar or less.
Benjamin Jaworskyj is a professional Adventure Photographer based in Berlin/Germany. He's specialized in Landscapes and People Photography and loves to share his Trips and Knowledge with you. Let's Get Connected: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Google Plus
Text, image and video via Benjamin Jaworskyj
1$ Camera Rain Protection DIY for Landscape Photographers
All landscape photographers have the same problem when it is raining or snowing. Our equipment are not waterproof and even with this characteristic, the best idea is to use some kind of protection to prevent damage it.
Photographer Benjamin Jaworskyj gives you a simple tip, a little bit different to the typical shower cap solution to help you out there.
You only spend one dollar or less.
About Author:
Benjamin Jaworskyj is a professional Adventure Photographer based in Berlin/Germany. He's specialized in Landscapes and People Photography and loves to share his Trips and Knowledge with you. Let's Get Connected: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Google PlusText, image and video via Benjamin Jaworskyj
8/22/2016
If only a few months ago, Scott Kelby shared one of our most watched articles this year about "How to Remove Reflections in Eyeglasses in Photoshop", now he shows us this retouching mini-tutorial for ya for when you subject has one eye that's not open as wide as the other (very common), and you’ll learn a few cool tricks and shortcuts along the way.
Scott is the President of KelbyOne, an online educational community for Photographers, Photoshop and Lightroom users. He's editor and publisher of Photoshop User Magazine, Conference Technical Chair for the Photoshop World Conference & Expo, and the author of a string of bestselling Photoshop, Lightroom, and photography books.
Text, image and video via KelbyOne | Website
Photoshop Retouch: Fixing an eye that's not open as wide as the other
If only a few months ago, Scott Kelby shared one of our most watched articles this year about "How to Remove Reflections in Eyeglasses in Photoshop", now he shows us this retouching mini-tutorial for ya for when you subject has one eye that's not open as wide as the other (very common), and you’ll learn a few cool tricks and shortcuts along the way.
About Scott Kelby:
Scott is the President of KelbyOne, an online educational community for Photographers, Photoshop and Lightroom users. He's editor and publisher of Photoshop User Magazine, Conference Technical Chair for the Photoshop World Conference & Expo, and the author of a string of bestselling Photoshop, Lightroom, and photography books.
Text, image and video via KelbyOne | Website
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