In a few days it will be July 4th. In the United States, it is a very important day for Americans. Either way, you’re most likely reading this article because you want some tips for photographing fireworks. Here you go, six short, sweet, simple and straight to the point tips. Find your spot: You don’t…
Month: June 2011
An Example Of Bad Email Marketing
This is a great example of bad email marketing. The sender tried to personalize the email (to the extreme). I believed it until I looked at the To: and Bcc: fields. Notice that it was not sent just to me? To finish it off, there was no unsubscribe option. Meaning I am stuck on the…
HDR Darkroom Review
UPDATE: I know longer use or support HDR Darkroom. Please use HDRSoft’s Photomatix which is the leading HDR software. Use the coupon code ScottWyden15 to save 15%. In March of 2010 I reviewed HDR Darkroom and was quite disappointed in the controls and result. Now more than a year later, the application has been updated…
5 Tips For The Traveling Photographer
At the time I’m writing this, I am packing for my wedding in Mexico. I thought it would be suitable for me to share some packing tips for photographers about to travel. Think about it: Think about where you’re going, what you will be doing and what you might need. No need to overpack with…
Danger Dave 25/52
Meet my brother-in-law, Danger Dave. I am not sure where his nickname “Danger” came from, but that is what many people call him. This weekend is full of final wedding preparation and packing, so I haven’t really had time to go out shooting like I would have liked. So yet again, another Project 52 photo…
Free Photography Studio Rental Database
If you own a photography studio then you want to check out Pro Studio Exchange. The website, built off the WooThemes Listings WordPress theme, is a free database of studios for rent around the world. At the time I’m writing this, the website only handles the USA, but it will soon open its doors to…
The Brooklyn Web
While walking across the Brooklyn Bridge, I was in awe at the detail that went into designing the bridge. The spider web like wires that support the bridge hover over you and yet you can’t help but to look. So I did. Thanks for reading and happy shooting, Scott
Fuhgeddaboudit
Bob and I were stealing each others ideas when photographing the Brooklyn Bridge. For this shot, I had my camera on the tripod, the legs were fully extended and sitting on my waste. I used my Promote Control to trigger the camera which was six feet overhead. How did Bob do it? Very similar, but…
5 Tips For Graduation Photography
I was going to try and write a long article about graduation photography. Instead, I decided to make a quick bullet list to help the parents out there to capture better graduation photos of their kids. If you have any questions, feel free to comment or send an email. Tips For Better Graduation Photos Be…