Here are the photography blog posts and sites that I found this week that I think you as a photographer should read. Not all of them are always related to photography, but they are worth looking at and will probably make you think.
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The Turning Gate Cart CE – This looks like a good shopping cart for photographers that integrates with Lightroom.
iPads in Your Classroom – I’m a teacher, so once in a while I checkout places other than photography sites. This one is VERY interesting and demonstrates the possible future of education.
Remote Control Chopper Follows Wakeboarder – In an example of what technology might bring to photography, this “helicopter” follows a wakeboarder, keeping the camera pointed at him as he plays.
Google Yourself – A good way of finding out what is being said about you and possibly finding infringements on your images.
Turn Your Deck into A Wildlife Oasis – From the National Wildlife Federation
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Basic Digital Photography – Like it says, information on the basics of digital photography.
Alpha Mount World – Lots of reviews and information on digital cameras.
NatureScapes.net – The resource for nature photographers. I love this site. It has information, a great store, and more.
Anne McKinnell Photography – A good photographer from Victoria B.C., Canada who is taking a road trip for the next year. She has a good eye and is entertaining to read.
National Park Service – Ok, I’ll be honest. If you’re planning a trip to any national park, this should be your first stop. It may be your last. It has TONS of information about all of the parks and monuments.
Posted 10 months, 3 weeks ago at 9:30 am. Add a comment
Here are the photography blog posts and sites that I found this week that I think you as a photographer should read. Not all of them are always related to photography, but they are worth looking at and will probably make you think.
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Canada’s Plastic Money – Their replacing the paper currency with a polymer.
Free Lightroom Presets – From Photoshop Lightroom Killer Tips
What Abandoned Places Can Teach You About Photography – From The Current Photographer
7 Sites to Sell Your Stock Photos – I’m not into stock photography, but I like the list.
5 Tips for Using a Polarizer – From Scott Bourne
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MyShutterSpace - An online site for photo enthusiasts.
The Pinhole Gallery – Everything you wanted to know about pinhole photography.
PhotoJournalism – Lots of sports and photo journalism information.
Nature Photographers.net – A great site for those that shoot nature.
JMG Galleries – Home of Jim Goldstein San Fransico based photographer/blogger/podcaster who has some good images.
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Here are the photography blog posts and sites that I found this week that I think you as a photographer should read. Not all of them are always related to photography, but they are worth looking at and will probably make you think.
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A Secret Way to Judge or Build a Portfolio – From Scott Bourne and Photo Focus
A Look into Jay Maisel’s World – From Scott Kelby
How to Maximize Your Twitter Presence – From the Social Media Examiner
The Life of a Tennis Photographer – A look into the world of a world traveler who focuses on professional tennis.
Why Twitter Removed the Favorites from Your Home Page – An interesting interpertation of why Twitter removed lists and favorites. Or hid them.
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NAPP – Photoshop User by Scott Kelby
Red Bubble – A place to sell your photography without hassle.
The f-Stops Here – An interesting mix of tips and tricks for outdoor photography.
Nikonians - A GREAT community site for all things Nikon.
About Photography – From About.com. Ok, it simple, but it will help some.
Posted 11 months ago at 8:52 am. 1 comment
Here are the photography blog posts and sites that I found this week that I think you as a photographer should read. Not all of them are always related to photography, but they are worth looking at and will probably make you think.
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7 Quick Tips to Make Your Stature Pictures More Interesting – From the Light Staking crew
Model Posing Tips -Try looking out the side of your face. Seriously, once you read it, it makes sense.
Understanding Color – A great article by John Paul Caponigro
Protecting Your Email With a Canary – A clever way to determine if your email account has been hacked.
Guy Tal Interviews Michael Gordon – Both are great photographers. It’s an interesting post.
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Make Me an Offer – This is a great idea. He buys used cameras that have the film or card still in them and develops the images. It’s kind of cool.
DIY Photography – Some really good ideas on how to do things in photography. Even if you don’t build something, they will make you think.
Shutterbug - It’s a great magazine. It’s a great website.
Amateur Photographer – A UK based site that has lots of photography information. Most of it from or about the UK.
Chuqui 3.0 – I’ll keep pushing this site. He has a good view on photography, hockey, and technology. Plus, he is a great guy.
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Here are the photography blog posts and sites that I found this week that I think you as a photographer should read. Not all of them are always related to photography, but they are worth looking at and will probably make you think.
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A Photographer’s Three Phases of Development – From Scott Borne at Photo Focus
20 Interesting Images of Roads – I’m not big on this kind of thing, but these really are interesting.
Why Bring a Second Shooter to a Wedding – A pretty good argument.
100 Fantastic iPhone Apps for Photographers – Yes, they are good.
Model Releases – A good post on the hows, whys, and whatnots of model releases.
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Alpine Exposures – GREAT photography from the outdoors.
Snappy Shutter – Tips, tricks, and tutorials.
By Thom – THE expert on all things Nikon with great information.
A Photo Editor – Interviews and information on and about photography.
Bill Atkinson Photography – A photographer with an unusual eye for details.
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Here are the photography blog posts and sites that I found this week that I think you as a photographer should read. Not all of them are always related to photography, but they are worth looking at and will probably make you think.
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190 Free Presets for Lr – From the onOne software people.
Experimenting with Macro Photography – From Megapixels and Beyond
Originality: A Matter of Perspective – I talked about this earlier this week. It’s a great post.
Trees Tell the Story of 1,100 Years of El Nino – An interesting science article about how El Nino has affected the planet.
Don’t Be An Idiot – Guy Tal discusses the role of the photographer in art and the importance of understanding art.
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What Digital Camera – As the name suggests, a site that helps answer the question.
Popular Photo – One of America’s great photo magazines is online.
Digital Photo Tutorials – A large number of online tutorials on photography.
Better Photography – An online school for photography.
Guy Tal – A great nature photographer.
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Here are the photography blog posts and sites that I found this week that I think you as a photographer should read. Not all of them are always related to photography, but they are worth looking at and will probably make you think.
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Someone Just Fired Their Photographer – Don’t think you job is secure.
A Backyard Bird Set-up – Mine looked very similar to this.
12 Unique Cases for Your iPhone – They are unique.
Wildlife Gardening for Beginners – How to turn your garden into a small wildlife sanctuary.
The Best NP for Spotting Wildlife – Want to see animals? Go here.
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Camera Hacker – Rewriting the software in your camera.
Digital Pro Talk – A good site for some interesting tips, tricks, and opinions.
SLR Gear – A GREAT site for reviews on equipment. It’s one of the first I check when contemplating a purchase.
SmugMug – The BEST site for storing and selling you images online. I use it, you should too.
Camera Dojo – Kerry Garrison has great ideas and tips and is willing to share them. His podcast is good too.
Posted 1 year ago at 10:21 am. 1 comment
Here are the photography blog posts and sites that I found this week that I think you as a photographer should read. Not all of them are always related to photography, but they are worth looking at and will probably make you think.
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STACY PEARSALL on Scott Kelby.com – This is one of the most compelling reads I have come across in a long time.
Glamour Posing – An interesting read about posing glamour shots.
How to Steal Like an Artist – A very good read about original thinking. And it’s entertaining.
7 Tips for Helping Women Love having their Photo Taken by You – Some good ideas about putting women at ease as you take their pictures.
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photoSIG - A good site to have your images reviewed and critiqued.
Photo Rumors – The name says it all.
Resize It – A cool website that allows you to resize your images.
Scott Kelby – Come on! It’s Scott Kelby, the master of all things Photoshop and Lightroom. ‘Nuf said.
Photography Corner – A good resource of photo blogs and websites.
Posted 1 year ago at 10:46 am. Add a comment
Here are the posts and sites that I found this week that I think you as a photographer should read. Not all of them are always related to photography, but they are worth looking at and will probably make you think.
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What Happens to the Plastic We Throw Away – This is a post with some VERY disturbing images. (You have been warned.)
Using Your Camera’s Diopter Adjustment – One of the little talked about features on your camera.
How to Choose a Workshop – Three good tips from Justin Reznick
Mass Animal Deaths – A Google Maps overlay of the world’s mass animal deaths. Morbid, but interesting.
20 Ideas to Help Your Photography – Scott Bourne give you 20 ideas that will challenge you and help your photography.
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Alaska Photography Blog – Home of Patrick J. Endres.
Guy Tal Photography – Home of Utah based photographer Guy Tal.
Cornforth Images – Site of Washington based photographer Jon Cornforth.
Ian Plant Dreamscapes – Virginia based photographer Ian Plant’s blog.
Bret Edge Photography – Website of Bret Edge, another Utah based photographer.
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