One other piece of equipment
April 05, 2014
I can't believe I forgot to list my favorite "side kick." When ever I don't have my camera with me or if i want to do a test shot I rely on my iPhone Hipstamatic. Hipstamatic is an app that allows you choose various lenses and films to create nice photo effects. The trick is choosing the right combination for the right moment. Here are some example...
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Deep into 2014 already
March 31, 2014
Well it's deep into 2014 and my first exciting news is having a winning photo in a contest for Cloudland Canyon State Park. It was taken with my 18-55 EF-S kit lens.
I have also had the great privilege over the past couple of years of having more students ask me to do their Senior Portraits. It gives me great joy to practice portraits while gi...
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Going RAW
April 29, 2013
I decided in 2013 I would shoot in RAW. Yes, yes it does make a difference. What is noticeable is clarity and color control. Even with my 18-55mm "kit" lens, I am able to sharpen the image so much more. Why I resisted using RAW for so long I cannot explain.
Now I need to work on doing better at framing, capturing the moment, ascetics, artistic...
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My new Canon 7D
September 11, 2012
I am so excited to expand my equipment. I have upgraded from a Rebel XSi to a new higher resolution and more powerful Canon 7D. My first project was capturing images of the Battle of Tunnel Hill Civil War Reenactment on Sept 8, 2012. Immediate increase in resolution quality is noticeable. I also have to give thanks to my neighbors, Brian & Kim who...
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In addition...
July 18, 2012
In addition:
My camera was a wonderful gift from my wife and I couldn't be more thankful. It came with two ("kit") lenses: 18-55 and a 55-250. All pictures taken in 2010 and 2011 were done with the original lenses.
I have learned that 99% of a great photo has nothing to do with the lens or editing. Photography is more about framing the image, bac...
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