Bob is a lens-based artist and has had the honor and privilege to author books and articles on photography and has presented seminars and programs from Hawaii to the Caribbean. As a former Panasonic Lumix Ambassador, he has been able to stay up with the latest technology in the micro four-thirds cameras. Coates is a successful commercial and fine art photographer based in Sedona, AZ with his wonderful wife who makes it possible for him to do all he does in the photography industry. Need a speaker? Get in touch.
My dad would have been 100 years old and my mom 95 this year. Dad is gone 12 years and mom 15. I miss them. My mom was always averse to having photos made. Twenty years ago I pushed for
I was fortunate to recently have one of my images featured on the cover of “Professional Photographer” magazine. This opened a wonderful opportunity to feature a story as a press release to keep my name in front of my local
To get the best printed images from Fine Art America, you need to take care that your files are appropriate. That especially means proper file size. Here are some guidelines, along with some tips, to get the best results. File
I’ve been a little slow to download the newest version of Adobe’s Photoshop and Adobe Camera Raw (ACR). But I’m glad that I finally got over that and had time to check out some new features. Selection is power in
In my last article, I shared that even though the Milky Way Galactic Center is below the horizon, you can still capture great images. The Milky Way fills the sky above horizon to horizon. Exposing to the right When making
At least at my latitude, the Galactic Center of the Milky Way has gone the way of all good things. Absent until the next hunting season begins. But that doesn’t mean you can’t photograph the Milky Way until it returns.
Fine Art America is a wonderful service. But it’s easy to get lost in the millions of artists who are members. Here’s how to help make it work for you. What is Fine Art America? Fine Art America is a
Many image makers shy away from RAW files because the thinking it makes the image too flat and lifeless. But if they shoot only in jpeg they can leave some quality and options behind. Shoot RAW When shooting RAW you
High-end hotels want what I call super beauty images. That means in addition to having a solid composition that tells the story of the room, it also has to be retouched beautifully … and fully! Here’s the story of one
Almost everyone enjoys making a solid fall color photo part of their image capture each year. Sometimes you find yourself more successful than others. Here are a few ideas to ensure more keepers. Be aware of the science Knowing the
When working on a complicated stitching job such as a Milky Way panorama, it’s easy for me to lose track of time. I had a conversation with a buddy of mine that reminded me that computers can hurt you. Or
This is a continuation of my Algodnes Desert photoshoot. Catch up on part one by clicking here. Night Since I was boon-docking and sleeping in the Bureau of Land Management space, I was looking forward to my next goal of
To get the best printed images from Fine Art America, you need to take care that your files are appropriate. That especially means proper file size. Here are some guidelines, along with some tips, to get the best results. File
I’ve been a little slow to download the newest version of Adobe’s Photoshop and Adobe Camera Raw (ACR). But I’m glad that I finally got over that and had time to check out some new features. Selection is power in
In my last article, I shared that even though the Milky Way Galactic Center is below the horizon, you can still capture great images. The Milky Way fills the sky above horizon to horizon. Exposing to the right When making
At least at my latitude, the Galactic Center of the Milky Way has gone the way of all good things. Absent until the next hunting season begins. But that doesn’t mean you can’t photograph the Milky Way until it returns.
Fine Art America is a wonderful service. But it’s easy to get lost in the millions of artists who are members. Here’s how to help make it work for you. What is Fine Art America? Fine Art America is a
Many image makers shy away from RAW files because the thinking it makes the image too flat and lifeless. But if they shoot only in jpeg they can leave some quality and options behind. Shoot RAW When shooting RAW you
High-end hotels want what I call super beauty images. That means in addition to having a solid composition that tells the story of the room, it also has to be retouched beautifully … and fully! Here’s the story of one
Almost everyone enjoys making a solid fall color photo part of their image capture each year. Sometimes you find yourself more successful than others. Here are a few ideas to ensure more keepers. Be aware of the science Knowing the
When working on a complicated stitching job such as a Milky Way panorama, it’s easy for me to lose track of time. I had a conversation with a buddy of mine that reminded me that computers can hurt you. Or
This is a continuation of my Algodnes Desert photoshoot. Catch up on part one by clicking here. Night Since I was boon-docking and sleeping in the Bureau of Land Management space, I was looking forward to my next goal of
I relish the time I have exploring the heavens. Milky Way photography gives me the excuse to head out and spend time in nature. Once I’m setup, long exposures and experimentation give me time to appreciate life. Capturing the Milky
Making the best of whatever situation you find yourself in can help salvage a photoshoot. If you have a concept or specific image in mind and it doesn’t come to fruition, it can leave you feeling disappointed. It’s always good
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