Often times we photographers get so wrapped up in our gear and the misleading jargon that comes along with it that we tend to forget the basics of light quality. What do I mean by that? I’ll tell you, but before I do that I’d like to first review the differences between soft and diffused light. Light, as it relates to our photo, has three main components. Highlight, … [Read more...] about Soft Light vs. Diffuse Light: Some Tips To Help You Tell The Difference
5 Tips For Models: How To Get Hired
When looking to get hired for a modeling job, the first thing you should know is that word of mouth is one of the best ways to get work. The following tips are the things that photographers, makeup artists, and creative directors look for, and discuss with each other, when it comes time to find a model. Social Media: Keep a separate account specifically for modeling. … [Read more...] about 5 Tips For Models: How To Get Hired
The Mindshift Exposure 15 Shoulder Bag
As photographers the only thing we love more than our gear is new gear. The problem is that we need to to get that gear to where our next photograph will be taken. Back in the day when slr's were becoming all the rage, we had what were called "Gadget Bags". These were fairly large cases, typically leather or canvas with hard sides, and a shoulder strap that were heavy and for … [Read more...] about The Mindshift Exposure 15 Shoulder Bag
7 Tips For Better Panos
An eight shot, handheld, pano of Bartlett Lake in Arizona during the spring flower bloom 2019. Panoramic photography can be rewarding but can seem daunting unless, as with most things, you know the little tricks that make it fun and easy. That's how it was for me until one day when I decided to just give it a try. You'll not those images here since it didn't go so smoothly. … [Read more...] about 7 Tips For Better Panos
First Look At The Genaray Radiance 230 LED Monolight
LED lights are everywhere these days. They come in a multitude of shapes and sizes. The problem with a lot of them, especially when making video, is that they are often small in size creating a hard light source. Even when they have diffusion to even out the light, that doesn't make them bigger. The Genaray Radiance monolight is not one of those lights. This is one serious … [Read more...] about First Look At The Genaray Radiance 230 LED Monolight