2014 POP Awards / The Best New Photography Gear of the Year
We are nearing the end of 2014 and it isn’t just the season of snow, Santa and singing Christmas carols. It is also the season of top lists. POP photo has compiled their list of top new photography gear for 2014. Check out the list and see if any of them will be on your […]
100 Years 100 Faces / Life As a Human Article
Life as a Human is a human interest magazine for evolving minds. I was approached by Life as a Human to be a guest blogger. My photo essay, 100 Years 100 Faces of the Stampede was published by them last week. Click here to read the full article.
Island Time / Breathless in Trinidad & Tobago
I love visiting island countries. I believe it’s the allure of seeing the ocean that appeals to me. The laid back lifestyle might also be a distinguishing factor. Back in 2008 I visited Trinidad & Tobago and it started a love affair with island life. A few days ago I perused my Flickr account and […]
Studio Open House & Sale / Knock Knock
My studio, located at the Untitled Art Society is having an open house and sale tomorrow, Friday, November 14th (6-11pm). We are located on the 4th floor of 319 10th Avenue SW (use back alley entrance). We’ll have all the member’s studios open for viewing and have a group showing in the halls. There’ll be […]
Q&A / Camera for My Dad
Hi Jeff, Remember when I was telling you my dad wanted a new camera. So since you are more experienced in this field and I trust your expertise, could you recommend a camera in the price range of $300-400, that is small, with a good lens and easy to use, as my dad will be […]
Pop Photo 2014 Readers Mobile Photo Contest Finalists
Popular Photography magazine puts on many contests. The 2014 Readers Mobile Photo Contest shows times have changed. Phone photography is no longer left for the selfies and grocery lists. Phone photography has become a field of expertise. Besides, imagine the possibilities when the best camera is the one that’s with you. Click here for the […]
Peak Designs Leash Camera Strap Unboxing Video
A couple of weeks ago I ordered the Leash camera strap from Peak Design. Peak Design makes accessories targeted for the outdoor and/or adventure photographer. In addition to the Leash camera strap, they make the Capture camera clips and various other accessories. I was mainly interested in the removable anchors, allowing you to go from […]
Hecktic Travels / 2014 National Geographic Travelers of the Year
Dalene and Pete Heck go by a simple motto, No possessions. No plans. Just travel. As simple as that may sound on paper, there are so many things that make this creed difficult to abide by. In 2009 they sold everything they owned, packed a few essentials into their backpacks and headed for South America. […]
Beakerhead 2014 Photos / A smash up of art, science and engineering
When I first heard about Beakerhead late last year I instantly wanted to be a part of it. There’s nothing quite like Beakerhead, it’s a perfect smash up of art, science and engineering. These three elements create the perfect combination to capture some interesting photos. I was too late to get involved with them last […]
Can You Still Make Money With Stock Photography?
The allure of making millions from your vacation photos drives a lot of people to join stock photo agencies. Think about it. You’ve taken a hundred photos on your trip to Cuba and now you are able to submit a couple good ones to an agency like iStock or Shutterstock. You upload your photos and […]
Lost Cities to Photograph
Troy, Knossos, Gedi, Tanis, Angkor, Alexandria, all of these cities have one thing in common. They are lost cities. As a landscape photographer I am always on the lookout for unique places to shoot. How many of these cities (still standing) are on your bucket list to see? Check out this interesting guide to lost […]
My Fujifilm X30 Wish List
In November, 2011 I purchased a highly anticipated camera. The Fujifilm X10, Fuji’s first entry into the enthusiast compact (point and shoot) camera segment. Why purchase a point and shoot when you have full DSLR kit, you may ask? Simply, convenience. I don’t want to be bringing around a backpack all the time in order […]
What to Do if Someone Steals Your Photo on Facebook
Using Photos from Facebook As a photographer I’m flattered when someone decides to use my photo for their personal use. It shows that they enjoy it enough to show their network of friends. For me, it becomes a problem or a point of contention, when either of the following happens: 1) Cropping out the watermark […]
10 Bad Photography Habits You Need To Quit Today
There are many top 10 lists floating about the internet, especially with photography. Top 10 cameras, top 10 tripods, top 10 macro lenses, top 10 locations to shoot, etc… the list goes on. What’s rare is to see are top 10 lists devoted on what not to do. Particularly, a list made by photographer Alan Ranger, a […]
I Will Be On The Art of Nature Photography / Art Wolfe on CreativeLive
A few months ago I was fortunate enough to be recognized alongside Art Wolfe. Photoshelter Selects chose my image and an image by Art Wolfe to showcase abstract photos. Going to Seattle And today I’d like to announce, I have been fortunate enough to be selected as a member of the live studio audience during […]
Thought Provoking Photos of People Lying in a Week’s Worth of Their Trash / Gregg Segal
Photographer Gregg Segal has created an ongoing series entitled, “7 Days of Garbage”, which shows Californian friends, neighbors, and relative strangers lying in the trash they created in one week. The images are well done and meticulously laid out. The images, to me, evoke thoughts of the environment and our role in the ecosphere. Click here to […]
Mother, Father, And Son Photograph Themselves Once a Year for 21 Years
For 21 years the same mother, father and son have had photos of themselves in the same pose, same lighting, same backdrop, every year. It’s interesting to see their expressions, facial features, clothing, etc. change over time. Click on the image to see all the images via The Meta Picture. The first picture in 1991…..
Adobe Creative Cloud 2014 Changes / Coles Notes from the Keynote Address
Everything New is New Again So if you’re a digital creative you’ve surely known by now that Adobe’s CS (Creative Suite) has gone the way of the dinosaur. Adobe has focused its efforts to CC (Creative Cloud) type apps that are tied in through the cloud. On June 18th Adobe held a live webcast to […]
Father’s Day Gift Idea / SCOTTeVEST
What is SCOTTeVEST? SCOTTeVEST is a company that specializes in clothing and accessories with pockets in mind. Pockets for anything and everything. From wallets, to passports, phones, mp3 players, cameras, photography gear and more. It’s perfect for a photographer who needs to carry lots of gear with them. It’s also good for travel, it allows […]
Study the Masters: Dorothea Lange / By David duChemin
Dorothea Lange On David’s latest series of blog posts he studies the masters of photography. In this particular post he focuses on Dorothea Lange, who is best known for her work on the American Great Depression. Of her work, an image stands out which many have seen. Click here for the full story. David duChemin […]
Mirrorless Cameras / A Buying Guide
Mirrorless – All the Rage Put your ear to the ground of the camera buying market these days and you’ll hear that same ten letter word being repeated over and over. M-I-R-R-O-R-L-E-S-S. Going mirrorless is all the rage these days. It’s almost a mirror (no pun intended) of what happened decades ago when 35mm film […]
Photography Gear Sale / IRIS Fundraiser
The IRIS Photographic Society of Alberta is holding a photography gear sale fundraiser this weekend. 10% of the proceeds will go towards the IRIS. IRIS is a non-profit photographic society based in Alberta. IRIS is made up of members who support a common mission — to encourage understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures and places […]
Mothers and Daughters / International Women’s Day
Last week, on March 8th, it was International Women’s Day. It was a day to celebrate, reflect and nurture the achievements of women. In Focus with Alan Taylor decided to run a story of photos of mothers with their daughters. The images are heart warming. The love shared between a mother and daughter is universal, […]
Babel Death Star / Online Screening
Babel Death Star is a short film based on the poem by Kirk Ramdath. Babel Death Star appears in Kirk’s book, Love in a Handful of Dust published by Frontenac House. Filmed on location at historic Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump and other locations in southern Alberta. The score is Mistake (Davide Rossi Re-Work – Instrumental) by Moby. […]
