Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Book: The Art of Photography

An Approach to Personal Expression

Santa Barbara, CA—This is an updated and newly revised edition of the classic book The Art of Photography: An Approach to Personal Expression (Rocky Nook, $44.95 USD, originally published in 1994), which has often been described as the most readable, understandable, and complete textbook on photography.

With well over 100 beautiful photographic illustrations in both black-and-white and color, as well as numerous charts, graphs, and tables, this book presents the world of photography to beginner, intermediate, and advanced photographers seeking to make a personal statement through the medium of photography. Without talking down to anyone, or talking over anyone's head, Bruce Barnbaum presents "how to" techniques for both traditional and digital approaches. Yet he goes well beyond the technical, as he delves deeply into the philosophical, expressive, and creative aspects of photography so often avoided in other books.

Saturday, November 20, 2010

A Brief about Exposure

What Camera to Use?
Exposure affects all cameras, so really you can use any camera to experiment with it. SLRs are most adept at controlling the different parameters though so we recommend you use an SLR if available. You can try out the same effects using a compact or point and shoot, but you may find it harder to control the individual settings.

The short answer about which SLR is best is that all of today's cameras will give you a great image. Some will simply be better than others at certain functions.

Friday, November 19, 2010

Protect Your Data

Lately, a few people I know have lost their laptops. A rather devastating experience to say the least. Another person has had his PC tapped into via the net. That means that all all occasions, their data is now exposed to others. Here's a short article on the topic well worth the read. The best software I've used for data security is from ZoneAlarm and there is also a link to discount on some software.

Starter Guide for Shooting Amateur Models

You can apply this information whether you're a husband & wife or boyfriend & girlfriend who are taking some sexy photos for fun, or if you're just starting out working with different photographers. It's intended to be some helpful advice to those new to amateur modeling; it is by no means a professional modeling instruction guide.

Agreeing on the shoot
You and the photographer should agree on the basic direction of the shoot upfront. You should both agree on at least: when the shoot will occur; where it will take place; what type of look you are trying to achieve; any special requirements for costumes or make-up; and any boundaries you will or won't cross e.g. nudity, explicit shots.

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

Photo Recovery Software

One day, no matter how good you are, you'll lose or accidentally delete some photo's you really want. A number of people have asked about recovery software for lost files and photo's. Disk Doctor today announced a new improved version of their software. Here's the skinny, check it out.

Saturday, November 13, 2010

Strange Photos

Sometimes you take a photo an realise there's something strange in the background. Sometimes, the picture is just weird. I've come across this little beauty and I don't know where to begin to describe it.

Friday, November 5, 2010

Book: The Art of Photography

This is an updated and newly revised edition of the classic book The Art of Photography (originally published in 1994), which has often been described as the most readable, understandable, and complete textbook on photography.

With well over 100 beautiful photographic illustrations in both black-and-white and color,

Monday, November 1, 2010

Judging of the Moran Prize

I was a bit disappointed to hear that a photographer recently blogged on his site about the outcome of the 2010 Moran Contemporary Photographic Prize.  The Moran is said to be the highest prize money for a photo competition at $80,000. Yes, very cool if you win.

Dean Sewell was the winner and Stephen Dupont the judge. Of course, both very accomplished photographers. Dean actually has won it two years in a row.