My friends at Mindshift Gear sent over one of their newest bag: the Backlight 26L for me to review. This bag is perfect for anyone looking to fit a bunch of gear for a basic day shoot or even a 2-3 day shoot. Lots of space and superb build quality. Check out the video review for more details! You can order your own Backlight 26L from Amazon using the links below: Backlight 26L (Greenfield) Backlight 26L (Charcoal) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cr0PQHFWK98&feature=youtu.be Questions about this column? Just leave them in the Comments … [Read more...] about A Closer Look: Mindshift Gear Backlight 26L Camera Bag
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A Tip from Hollywood: Outdoor Portrait
The other day I received a photo attached with a text message from Hollywood shooter Mike Kubeisy. He was on the set of NCIS LA photographing what they call "Afghani" mugshots of the stuntmen for the show. The message read,Do you understand what I did?. We often send messages like these to challenge each other to think outside the box. This simple challenge intrigued me so much I stopped eating lunch and analyzed the image carefully. It was an outdoor set up for a portrait head shot, but what was Mike really trying to tell me? Camera "T" … [Read more...] about A Tip from Hollywood: Outdoor Portrait
Beat a Rainy Day With a Polarizer and One Tool That’s Practically Free
Today was rainy, and then it was rainy and windy, but what else can I expect in the winter in the Pacific Northwest? Trouble is, I still have to make a living even when it's raining. Fortunately, I had a willing client and two tools that helped me make the most of the situation. Twist to Enrich My client was going to meet me at my office where I had a decent background of greenery available and a covered porch to shoot under. However, things changed, and we ended up going to a different spot. Changing locations can be really terrifying. As you … [Read more...] about Beat a Rainy Day With a Polarizer and One Tool That’s Practically Free
Bill Fortney – Outdoor Photographer & Author
Editors Note: You can catch Bill Fortney at this year's Photoshop World in Las Vegas. Bill Fortney is one of America's premier photographers specializing in Landscape, close-up, nature, Americana, and travel. In his 44 year career, Bill has been a High School teacher and football coach, AP rep, Medical photographer, and Marketing Public Relations person. Bill was an official photographer for the Washington Redskins during his sports photography years. http://billfortney.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/glory_light_small.jpg In 1991 he and his … [Read more...] about Bill Fortney – Outdoor Photographer & Author
Looking Back – My 12 Favorite Landscape Photographs From The Past 20 Years
I did a post called - Looking Back My 12 Favorite Bird Photographs From The Last Decade. It seemed to resonate and some of you asked to see different kinds of shots. It's been a while since I put much effort into landscape photography so I went back further. Here are my 12 favorite landscape pictures from the last 20 years. As with the last post, I am not saying these are the best shots or that they are the best-sellers, they are just my personal favorites. One of my favorite landscape spots is Mt. Rainier National Park. Since it was only … [Read more...] about Looking Back – My 12 Favorite Landscape Photographs From The Past 20 Years
Seven More Outdoor Photo Tips
Summer is coming - really - it is - I promise - sooner or later. And with the better weather comes many a photo opportunity in nature. Outdoor shooters love this time of year because let's face it; while it may not be as interesting to photograph as snowy mountains, at least it's comfortable. With that in mind, and with the hope that you get the most out of your summer photo outings, here are seven tips for outdoor shooters. 1. Vary your lens choice. The super wide angle lens is the tool of choice for many landscape shooters. The ultra-long … [Read more...] about Seven More Outdoor Photo Tips
