What photographers should do when waiting for a long exposure to finish
I've been there, you've been there, we've all been there. You're at the scene, camera set up, exposure time determined, and you push the shutter button on the camera or…
Diffuse the Situation
When dealing with the harsh light and shadows caused by the sun, there are many ways to remove or reduce it. The most effective is diffusing the situation by putting the subject underneath some of diffusion material. In this video, you will see how a simple $10 diffusion screen can drastically improve the light.
Brand Photography for Martial Arts Educators
It's so important for the business owners to have captivating images that help potential students, current students and past students engage and remain interested in what the Martial Arts school owners and educators are doing.
Storing Tripods on Your Wall
In this short video, I share with you a product that has made storing my tripods pretty and easy. The best part is the price. For around $10 you can get this amazing broom holder for your wall, and hang at least 3 tripods.
Why you need brand photography
One brand session can save you countless hours each week or month. You'll have less stress and anxiety, and you will have no worries about posting in the moment. Because you can plan, weeks ahead.
ND Filter – Who makes the best neutral density filters? Part 2
Who makes the best neutral density filters? This is part 2 of a 2 part series on ND Filters. In this video, I finalize my comparison to what I believe are the two leading ND filters on the market. First, the ND Filter I have been using for years, the Formatt Hitech Firecrest line. Then, the newer kid on the block, who puts science, quality and care into every product they make, Wine Country Camera. I have used neutral density filters from Lee, Formatt, B+W, Promaster and many others. More recently I've been using the Firecrest neutral density filters from Formatt Hitech inside of my Wine Country Camera filter holder. But now is a direct comparison between the two neutral density filters themselves.
ND Filter – Who makes the best neutral density filters? Part 1
Who makes the best neutral density filters? This is part 1 of an unplanned 2 part series on ND Filters. In this video, I begin my comparison to what I believe are the two leading ND filters on the market. First, the ND Filter I have been using for years, the Formatt Hitech Firecrest line. Then, the newer kid on the block, who puts science, quality and care into every product they make, Wine Country Camera. I have used neutral density filters from Lee, Formatt, B+W, Promaster and many others. More recently I've been using the Firecrest neutral density filters from Formatt Hitech inside of my Wine Country Camera filter holder. But now is a direct comparison between the two neutral density filters themselves.
Black and White vs Color – Which has more emotion?
I feel like this topic is one that can be debated from here to eternity. It's a fun discussion where everyone is right. Which has more emotion, black and white…
How Well Does Eye-AF Work With The Nikon FTZ Adapter?
If you are wondering how well the Eye-AF works in the Nikon mirrorless cameras, the Nikon Z6 and Nikon Z7 then this is the video to watch. In this video, I test Eye-AF using the Nikon FTZ adapter with multiple F mount lenses. The lenses include the 70-300 F4, 105mm Macro and the 35mm F1.8.
Future Nikon Eye-AF Enhancements
Nikon's Eye-AF in the Nikon Z7 and Z6 is fantastic, but like anything else, there is room for improvement. Here is my short wish list for improvements to Eye-AF in the future.