The closer you get to your subject, the shallower your depth of field becomes. A landscape photographed at F/8 might have much of the scene in focus, but a macro photograph at the same aperture setting could have only a fraction of an inch in focus. One of the biggest […]
B&W film photography is often considered fine art. It’s characteristics are very different from digital technologies; film is silver based while digital is electronic. Full credit to digital as it has attracted an incredible number of gifted photographers. The world of photography has never been so good. Digital offers a […]
I was pleased to test the Vanguard VEO 3+ 263AB Aluminum Tripod with a ball head. This tripod comes complete with a tripod bag. It is a sturdy tripod capable of holding any medium sized camera rock solid. The “normal’ uses for a tripod all worked well for this tripod. […]
Common Ostrich – Namibia – You can discover much diversity in tropical regions. The variety of animals can sometimes be bewildering. Check as many habitats as you can. Even vast deserts can be remarkably photogenic. Get ready for another endless Canadian winter. Here comes the short days, frigid temperatures, precarious […]
As a landscape photographer, I love to print out my own images on canvas or art paper and share them with family and friends. This year I decided to make my own Christmas cards with the beautiful Hahnemühle photo cards. These 4”x6” cards come in an elegant metal tin and […]
The wave-battered shore where the crabs forage for algae. I wrote this month’s posting last June in the Galapagos Islands where I was lucky to be leading a photography tour focusing on the natural wonders of this, the most famous of archipelagos. Crabs of several species scuttle and scatter along […]
I was pleased to test a set of Kenko PRO1D Close-up lenses on both a DSLR and a Micro Four Thirds cameras. I was very impressed with the results -especially on my OLYMPUS MFT camera. This set comes complete with an impressive carrying case. The close-up lens set I tested […]
We are pleased to announce the launch of our Kentmere range of films in 120 format. Kentmere black & white photographic films and papers are manufactured by HARMAN technology Ltd at their site in Mobberley, Cheshire. They are subject to the same rigorous processes as the company’s ILFORD branded products […]
Right after we published last month’s article on photo books, I found out that a book I’ve been working on will be launched very soon. I am very humbled to be included in this project & very excited to finally be able to share this news! My work, along with […]
Take Your Seat uses a director’s chair as a symbol of taking charge of your life. That symbol has traveled to 16 countries and counting. They’ll be at ProFusion to share their photographs and stories from their new Indigo book. Catch them at their booth and on stage. Talks are at […]
