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Elinchrom Beauty Dish Translucent Deflector Crop
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Elinchrom Light Shapers and Lighting Techniques – Episode 2

Join us for a new monthly series that highlights a different Elinchrom Light Shaper or Lighting Technique, with sample images (full length and cropped headshots) and lighting diagrams. All the images were photographed with the same model and outfit (standing in the same spot on the background – about 3 […]

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Why aren’t My Photos Sharp?

Daily, I talk to photographers who think there is something wrong with their new lens as their images aren’t sharp. Don’t get me wrong – a lens that has been performing well for years that all of sudden can’t create sharp images could be a problem. More than likely, the […]

Elinchrom Deep Octa Gridded
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Elinchrom Light Shapers and Lighting Techniques

Join us for a new monthly series that highlights a different Elinchrom Light Shaper or Lighting Technique, with sample images (full length and cropped headshots) and lighting diagrams. All the images were photographed with the same model and outfit (standing in the same spot on the background – about 3 […]

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From Capture to Print- Creating Memorable Images

What transforms a photograph into a lasting memory? Is it the act of sharing it on social media platforms like Facebook or Instagram? In a world saturated with visual stimuli, why do certain images linger in our minds while others fade away? Crafting a memorable photograph is undeniably complex, and […]

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Get ready for the Autumn Solar Eclipse

On October 14, 2023, an annular solar eclipse will cross Canada. An eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and the Earth. An annular solar eclipse, unlike a total solar eclipse, is where the a thin ring of light remains around the Moon’s silhouette. This creates a spectacle […]

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Capturing the Essence of Youth: Portraits of Joy and Wonder

I may not have children of my own, but I have the pleasure of being an aunt several times over. My godson Samuel during soccer practice. Picture taken with my Sony a9 + 135mm f/1.8 @ f/1.8, 1/2000sec, ISO 100 Candid and Playful Photography Candid and playful photography is all […]

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The Power of Storytelling in Photography

Everybody loves a good story because stories are the best way to evoke memories and emotions in people. They can make us excited; they can make us laugh or cry or make us feel empathy for someone. Visual stories help us to understand each other better. For me, photography is […]

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The Art of Spontaneity: Expert Tips for Candid Portraiture

(Original image: ©Michèle Grenier) Learn 3 key tips for building trust, engaging with your subjects, and creating a comfortable environment during candid portraiture. These tips will help you capture compelling and authentic photographs that reflect their true selves. My brother Alexandre was keeping an eye at his daughters (my two […]

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Tether Tools Power Solutions

The first thing people think about when they hear “Tether Tools” is those bright orange tether cables. While those are awesome, they are only part of the Tether Tools story. Tether Tools offers some very powerful battery and power solutions for photographers. These aren’t just for location work (they work […]

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Coffee with Crombie: Story Time

 PHOTONewsTV continues it’s exciting new series of videos presented by Crombie McNeill. This series is dedicated to the art of black and white film photography. Crombie will explore shooting, processing and some radical alternative techniques (maybe even with coffee). Not only will Crombie bring you into his processing lab […]