Only One Softbox for Your Speedlight?
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Is there a single softbox to use with off camera flash that covers most all the bases? Yes, I believe that there is. Join me to learn more
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All About Ring Flash
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Hello readers. This past week on the Make Batter Photos and Videos Podcast episode 164, Gordon and I talked about tools for macro photography. I shortly received a few requests for a deeper explanation of ring lights, and specifically ring flash so here we are.
Read MoreSlow Shutter Flash and Second Curtain Sync
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Flash with slow shutter speeds and with second curtain sync provides enormous creative potential. Join me to learn how this works.
Read MoreThe Return of APS-C : Is It All Just Hype?
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Is all the current hype about APS-C sensors justified or is it just around to get you to think that what you own and use needs to be replaced?
Read MoreI'm Not Dead Yet - The Call of the DSLR
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While the future of camera development is clearly in the mirrorless space, that doesn’t mean that the DSLR is no longer a valid tool for photography.
Read MoreUseful Tools for New Photographers
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As we become more involved in photography, we might be inclined to wander through camera stores, or read online articles and even <gasp> paper based periodicals that talk about gear. How do we know what is useful and what is not?
Read MoreBuying Your First Flash
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Hello neighbours. In this article, I’m going to invite you to invest your time learning why you want a flash, what it gives you and how to select the flash to own.
Read MoreQuick Look : RODE Wireless GO (Tip - you want the GO II)
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The RODE Wireless GO is a great idea for a short range radio microphone. However the II is a better choice providing more flexibility in targets for recording.
Read MoreChoosing a Tripod for Stills Photography
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In this article at thephotovideoguy.ca I want to talk about considerations when choosing a tripod for stills photography. This does not necessarily mean that you could not use such a tripod for video, however serious video requires differences in the head and sometimes in the legs, so I’m going to be stills specific.
Read MoreSensor Sizes and Focal Lengths
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Hey folks. This is our next article in our series to simplify things for newer photographers. This time I am going to tackle two subjects that are related and cause some confusion.
Read MoreMegapixels or Focal Length?
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If I am going to shoot a distant subject, such as a critter, am I better served with a higher megapixel sensor and a shorter focal length lens, or a lower megapixel sensor and a longer focal length lens.
Read MoreLet's Talk Neutral Density Filters
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A neutral density filter, or ND filter reduces light transmission. That is all. Nothing more. Think of it as plain sunglasses for your camera
Read MoreLet's Talk About Computers
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A new computer is a big investment. moreso if a laptop. Before you spend, do you actually need a laptop? It’s a fair question, worth answering for yourself.
Read MoreIs There a Plugin That Provides the Effect of a Polarizer in Post Processing?
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Can you get the effects of using a polarizing filter in post processing? Read the article to find out the reality of polarizing filters and post processing.
Read MoreSimple Soft Lighting At Home On a Budget
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I’m often asked how to get really nice soft light while photographing in the home without needing a ton of space or hundreds of dollars in gear. In this article, I am going to give you a couple of options that are very inexpensive, and that anyone can use to get really nice soft light for photography.
Read MoreWhy You Might Think About a Handheld Light Meter
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A handheld light meter may not be necessary any more, but if you want to build your light understanding and really learn to manage exposure, there is no better tool to assist in skills development
Read MoreRecommended : Godox Off Camera Flash Control
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Getting the flash off camera is often the difference between ugly light and lovely light. Learn how this Godox kit can help you get there
Read MoreThe Teleconverter's Lament - UPDATED
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The humble teleconverter could be one of the most useful additions to your camera bag. Learn why here.
Read MoreGetting the Best Sound in your Videos
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The next step in our video for still photographers series is here and it’s all about audio. When I was first studying videography, most of my projects that helped fund the whole thing were corporate work. This was before the boom in self video and the increasing ubiquity of crappy sounding video being acceptable as more and more pieces were disposable
Read MoreTips for Using LED Continuous Lights for Video
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Lighting for better video is important. This time I take a look at why LED based video lighting makes so much sense.
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