Episode 75 : Choosing a Portrait Lens
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Welcome to episode 75 of Make Better Photos and Videos. This time I provide some thoughts on choosing a portrait lens that best fits your needs.
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Episode 74 : Understanding Dynamic Range
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Lots of folks get confused by the subject of dynamic range. Listen to episode 74 of Make Better Photos and Videos and develop a useful understanding of this important topic.
Read MoreEpisode 73 : Do Photographic Certifications Matter?
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Welcome to Episode 73 of Make Better Photos and Videos. The topic of certifications in photography has risen again and in this episode, I explore the challenges in the execution of such a thing.
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/As discussed in Episode 72, here are the four images that I would like you to review to see the power of emotion in a photograph.
Afghan Girl copyright Steve McCurry - used for information purposes only
The Falling Soldier by Robert Papa copyright Magnum - used for informational purposes only
Joseph Goebbels copyright Alfred Eisenstadt/ TIME - used for informational purposes only
The Vulture and the Little Girl copyright Kevin Carter - used for informational purposes only
Episode 72 : Emotional Commotion
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A photograph without emotion is just a snapshot. It has no legs, and doesn't stand up. Emotional commotion is what makes an image. A great image needs emotion, not merely technical correctness. Find out why this is true.
Read MoreEpisode 71 : The Histogram as a Learning Tool
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Welcome to episode 71 of Make Better Photos and Videos. This time, listener Gordon VanSpall has asked how we can learn from the histogram in our cameras.
Read MoreEpisode 70 : Tips for Buying a Lens
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Welcome to Episode 70 where I offer a ten step programme to help you buy your next lens.
Read MoreEpisode 69 : Supplemental
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This post is a supplement to the audio podcast Episode 69 : Understanding Low Key and High Key of Make Better Photos and Videos. Please listen to the episode to fully understand the purpose of this supplement.
Read MoreEpisode 69 : Understanding Low Key and High Key
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Welcome to Episode 69 of Make Better Photos and Videos. This time i am working to clear up confusion and get you started into high key and low key shooting.
Read MoreEpisode 68 - A Good Ball Head Lasts a Lifetime
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Welcome to Episode 68 of Make Better Photos and Videos. In this episode we explore the characteristics of a great ball head that will serve you well for decades.
Read MoreEpisode 67 : Understanding Colour Theory
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Welcome to episode 67 of Make Better Photos and Videos. This time I examine colour theory. How are colours made in light, how we can use them to advantage and the emotional impact that colours have on viewers.
Read MoreEpisode 66 : Bric a Brac
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Hey gang,
Apologies for the unintended hiatus. I'm back with Episode 66 called Bric a Brac. I hope that you enjoy the episode.
Read MoreEpisode 65 : Watermarks
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join me on Episode 65 of Make Better Photos and Videos for a discussion on the topic of watermarking your images.
Read MoreEpisode 64 : Tethering
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Hey everyone! Welcome to Episode 64 of Make Better Photos and Videos. In this episode, I explore what goes into successful tethering of your camera to your computer. Tethering can be a really empowering tool, so listen in, to learn how to make it work.
Read MoreEpisode 63 : How to Obtain Good Bokeh
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Welcome to Episode 63 of Make Better Photos and Videos. This episode I dive into the realities of bokeh. What it means, what goes into bokeh and how to best achieve nice looking bokeh. Sit back, and have a listen.
Episode 62: Camera Stagnation Realities
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According to some the market for digital cameras is dying. Here in Episode 62 of Make Better Photos and Videos, I look at the facts and why your current camera may actually be the best product for you.
Read MoreEpisode 61 : Choosing Memory Cards
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Join me for episode 62 of Make Better Photos and Videos and learn how to decode all the bafflegab so you can choose the right memory card for your needs
Read MoreEpisode 60 : Improving Your Ability to See
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Hey everyone. Welcome to Episode 60 of Make Better Photos and Videos. This time, I challenge you to review and analyze images by some great photographers, to track what you see in the images and how they effect you as a viewer. There's a good variety and it's tough work, but you will learn to see better as a result. What to try? Listen in...
Read MoreEpisode 59 : Your First Video Project
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Welcome to episode 59 of Make Better Photos and Videos. I have a challenge for you this episode. It's all about your, potentially, first video project. You'll build a storyboard, set up shots, shoot them and assemble them into a finished video. Ready to take this on? Have a listen!
Read MoreEpisode 58 : Filters
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Welcome to Episode 58 of Make Better Photos and Videos. I apologize for the delay between episodes, things got a little busy, but I expect to be back on track.
In this episode, I take a look at filters, which ones I recommend, and which ones that I do not. There are many choices in this realm, making good ones will help you make better photos and videos.
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