"This 15 minute documentary tells the story of Denis Smith, professional light painter. Two years ago, Denis was in a high pressure sales job, struggling with drink, debt and depression. His family life was suffering, so he needed to make changes to his life before all was lost. He moved to Australia and soon discovered light painting, a unique form of photography which … [Read more...]
Battling with Shadows in the Studio
December 17, 2009 by 3 Comments
I was photographing some small steel components this week and was really battling with the harsh shadows created by the lights I was using and just wanted a better way to get the results I required. I wish I had have found this article before I did the shoot. Maybe I might have impressed the client more with the final images. The following tutorial on constructing an … [Read more...]
Equipment is key
May 8, 2009 by Leave a Comment
As I become a better photographer and explore more avenues within my photography and push the boundaries of my ability, I realise more and more the vale of good equipment. I have recently upgraded the body I shoot with to the latest beast from Canon in the 5D Mark II but now I'm finding the 24-105mm L lens not sufficient for portraiture and at wide angle has quite severe barrel … [Read more...]
Composition advice for interior architectural photography
January 6, 2009 by Leave a Comment
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Setting up a Photo studio
January 6, 2009 by Leave a Comment
I have always wanted to be able to properly do product photography and have access to good lighting for simple, small projects. I've been doing some research and have found the following instructional video. Then they go on to showcase some info on some good practise photography tips. … [Read more...]
Shooting in overcast weather
November 7, 2008 by Leave a Comment
I recently was on a shoot where the client wanted to postpone due to inclement overcast weather. I was adamant that it would be fine and convinced the client we should proceed. Well the results spoke for themselves and my client was suitably impressed. You see the beauty I often find with big dark clouds is that they add mood and soften the light. Then depending on the original … [Read more...]
The Digital Darkroom
October 28, 2008 by Leave a Comment
Just like our predessors using film needed to have a good knowledge in the darkroom to output great images to print, so to do we as digital photographers need to know a thing or two about the post processing elements and tricks available to us. I use Adobe Photoshop CS3 and it was a simple tutorial book by Scott Kelby, The 7 Point System, that really directed me to getting … [Read more...]
Canon 5D Mark II
October 24, 2008 by Leave a Comment
Unbelievable camera - I'm counting down the days to owning mine! I was invited to the Canon Roadshow 2008 which showcased aerial and fashion photography. But the emphasis of this roadshow was to showcase Canon's 2 new bodies ie. 50D and 5D Mark II and their 2 new lenses ie. 18-200mm IS and the 24mm F1.4 prime. I have great interest in the new 5D Mark II to replace my current … [Read more...]