Happy Summer! It’s time to capture some of the beauty in the sky above you, as we celebrate Independence Day. These techniques work anywhere in the world. The photo above was made in Hong Kong on New Year's Day. Exposing for bursts of light Make sure you are shooting on manual exposure. The key to photographing fireworks is timing your exposure so you can capture multiple bursts without over exposing your image. Using a low ISO, 100, is a good place to start. This will give you longer exposures and more bursts. Your shutter speed will … [Read more...] about How to Photograph Fireworks on the 4th!
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HDR 101: How Do You Know When To Use HDR?
Like black and white, HDR photography is a terrific tool. It can both save the day technically and also allow us to be creative in unique ways. But how do you know when you might need to use HDR to make you photograph look it's best? The Name Says It All HDR stands for High Dynamic Range and in photography, that means there's a big difference between the proper exposure in the dark areas and in the highlight areas. An example of a scene with low dynamic range would be a picture of a pen sitting on my desk. The light shining on my desk from … [Read more...] about HDR 101: How Do You Know When To Use HDR?
A Few Spots Left for our NYC Photowalk!
Just a reminder... We've got a few spots left for this week's New York Photowalk. Are you coming to Photo Plus Expo? (need a free ticket?) Are you in the greater New York area? Do you like an excuse to hangout with photographer's and have fun? Well it's time for a Photofocus Photo Walk! Free Photowalk in NYC Times Square A photowalk is a fun social event. Join other photographers and explore one of the most historic and photogenic spots in our country, Times Square. Photofocus authors Levi Sim, Vanelli, Rich Harrington, and … [Read more...] about A Few Spots Left for our NYC Photowalk!
Photo of the Day: A New Hierarchy
Category: Architecture Photograph: A New Hierarchy - One World Observatory - New York, NY by Michael Muraz. Originally shared on the Photofocus Flickr community, right here. To learn how your work can be featured on the site, please read this article. … [Read more...] about Photo of the Day: A New Hierarchy
The Camera of the Moment | Joe McNally – What’s in Your Bag
Melissa Niu of Photofocus and Chase Reynolds of LensRentals.com talk with commercial photographer Joe McNally about shooting Nikon cameras since 1973 and what his favorite camera has been. https://youtu.be/iUNJPbdakDA Brought to you by LensRentals - http://bit.ly/pflensrentals SongFreedom - http://bit.ly/songfreedom Photofocus - https://photofocus.com About Joe McNally Joe McNally is an internationally acclaimed photographer whose career has spanned 30 years and included assignments in over 50 countries. He has shot cover stories for … [Read more...] about The Camera of the Moment | Joe McNally – What’s in Your Bag
Overkill Cameras and the Right Camera for the Job | Joe McNally – What’s in Your Bag
Melissa Niu of Photofocus and Chase Reynolds of LensRentals.com talk with commercial photographer Joe McNally about what he would consider an overkill camera, even if it's the right camera for the job. https://youtu.be/HXqh0IjHSLg Brought to you by LensRentals - http://bit.ly/pflensrentals SongFreedom - http://bit.ly/songfreedom Photofocus - https://photofocus.com About Joe McNally Joe McNally is an internationally acclaimed photographer whose career has spanned 30 years and included assignments in over 50 countries. He has shot … [Read more...] about Overkill Cameras and the Right Camera for the Job | Joe McNally – What’s in Your Bag
Repairing an Old Lens | Joe McNally – What’s in Your Bag
Melissa Niu of Photofocus and Chase Reynolds of LensRentals.com talk with commercial photographer Joe McNally about one of his most-favorite lenses being added back into his camera bag. https://youtu.be/PSSJreLYQgU Brought to you by LensRentals - http://bit.ly/pflensrentals SongFreedom - http://bit.ly/songfreedom Photofocus - https://photofocus.com About Joe McNally Joe McNally is an internationally acclaimed photographer whose career has spanned 30 years and included assignments in over 50 countries. He has shot cover stories for … [Read more...] about Repairing an Old Lens | Joe McNally – What’s in Your Bag
The Essential Kit | Joe McNally – What’s in Your Bag
Melissa Niu of Photofocus and Chase Reynolds of LensRentals.com talk with commercial photographer Joe McNally about his essential camera kit built out with Nikon gear. https://youtu.be/XzV1NFmBAT8 Brought to you by LensRentals - http://bit.ly/pflensrentals SongFreedom - http://bit.ly/songfreedom Photofocus - https://photofocus.com About Joe McNally Joe McNally is an internationally acclaimed photographer whose career has spanned 30 years and included assignments in over 50 countries. He has shot cover stories for TIME, Newsweek, … [Read more...] about The Essential Kit | Joe McNally – What’s in Your Bag
Nikon D810 vs D800 | Joe McNally – What’s in Your Bag
Melissa Niu of Photofocus and Chase Reynolds of LensRentals.com talk with commercial photographer Joe McNally about his decision to upgrade from the Nikon D800 to the D810 and how the D810 benefits flash shooters. https://youtu.be/7QrVxWnuz-8 Brought to you by LensRentals - http://bit.ly/pflensrentals SongFreedom - http://bit.ly/songfreedom Photofocus - https://photofocus.com About Joe McNally Joe McNally is an internationally acclaimed photographer whose career has spanned 30 years and included assignments in over 50 countries. He … [Read more...] about Nikon D810 vs D800 | Joe McNally – What’s in Your Bag
Walking around New York City with the Platypod Pro
New York City is probably my favorite place in the world. I grew up outside the city in a small town in Connecticut, and love taking the train into New York to enjoy the hustle-and-bustle sights and sounds of a city that never sleeps. Recently, I met a friend of mine in New York City to walk around and make a stop to my new favorite restaurant in Little Italy. Hes not as into photography as I am so I opted for a smaller camera bag with less gear. I only took one body, one lens, a cell phone tripod, and 2 Platypod Pro portable tripods. … [Read more...] about Walking around New York City with the Platypod Pro
Work vs Personal Cameras | Joe McNally – What’s in Your Bag
Melissa Niu of Photofocus and Chase Reynolds of LensRentals.com talk with commercial photographer Joe McNally about his choice of camera for both commercial jobs and personal work. https://youtu.be/TfZuXRW_kZQ Brought to you by LensRentals - http://bit.ly/pflensrentals SongFreedom - http://bit.ly/songfreedom Photofocus - https://photofocus.com About Joe McNally Joe McNally is an internationally acclaimed photographer whose career has spanned 30 years and included assignments in over 50 countries. He has shot cover stories for TIME, … [Read more...] about Work vs Personal Cameras | Joe McNally – What’s in Your Bag
How to Improve an Incredible Camera | Joe McNally – What’s in Your Bag
Melissa Niu of Photofocus and Chase Reynolds of LensRentals.com talk with commercial photographer Joe McNally about what he'd like to see in the next Nikon professional camera. https://youtu.be/RLMEbdsJL-I Brought to you by LensRentals - http://bit.ly/pflensrentals SongFreedom - http://bit.ly/songfreedom Photofocus - https://photofocus.com About Joe McNally Joe McNally is an internationally acclaimed photographer whose career has spanned 30 years and included assignments in over 50 countries. He has shot cover stories for TIME, … [Read more...] about How to Improve an Incredible Camera | Joe McNally – What’s in Your Bag
A Simple Tip For All Photographers: Just Be There and Get The Shot
Recently, I saw a collection of April Fools posts on Facebook by photographers who tried baking in some irony by sharing photos from a oft-photographed US National Park that they dubbed as their most creatively challenging, all while being derisive about the homogeny of photos being posted by others online. Now, while I know that these posts were mostly written in jest, I also believe that there is truth behind every joke, especially if you continued on to read the comments on each of the posts. As I read these posts, I felt a tinge of sadness … [Read more...] about A Simple Tip For All Photographers: Just Be There and Get The Shot
Review: NY Through The Lens
I moved to Portland several years ago and aside from a brief, year-long stint in California, I've really come to consider the Rose City my home. With that said, for as long as I'm breathing, I'll still be a Brooklyn kid. I was born in Brooklyn and lived there through all of my formative years. New York City is every bit a part of me as it ever was, even if I do currently live approximately 3,000 miles away. So, you could imagine my delight when I received my preorder of NY Through The Lens, authored by my wonderfully talented friend, Vivienne … [Read more...] about Review: NY Through The Lens
Berenice Abbott & ‘Night View’ — an Iconic Photo
Embedded image courtesy the Museum of the City of New York. Each weekend we take a look at a photographer of historical significance. This weekend it's Berenice Abbott (18981991). She was an American photographer best known for her black-and-white photography of New York City architecture. She had a fascinating career and I encourage you to explore her work. This is an excerpt from a full length film https://swimcinema.dpdcart.com ______ … [Read more...] about Berenice Abbott & ‘Night View’ — an Iconic Photo
Remembering 9/11 — Photography’s Power to Preserve and Heal
This is not a post about politics, or the underlying reasons behind terrorism. This is a post about the power of photography and the obligations of the photographer. I still remember being only two miles away from the plane hitting the Pentagon. I had a roomful of art students in my classroom and I had to keep them safe as the world broke down around us and we panicked. To look back on this day is painful, it brings tears as I write this. But the power of images can heal us, can drive us, and can shape us. Here is a personal project I … [Read more...] about Remembering 9/11 — Photography’s Power to Preserve and Heal
Photo Book Review – The 50 Greatest Photo Opportunities in New York City
The 50 Greatest Photo Opportunities in New York City Author: Amadou Diallo Publisher: Course Technology Cengage Learning Review by Conrad J. Obregon This is a simple book that proved a pleasant surprise. This book of places to photograph includes chapters on New York City's architecture, city life, events, urban oasis and secret NYC. There is an appendix that shows which of the places to visit based on weather and time of day. A typical entry is Brighten Beach. The entry started out with an indication of weather conditions and time of … [Read more...] about Photo Book Review – The 50 Greatest Photo Opportunities in New York City
