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by Jill Waterman · Posted
As a follow-up to Part 1 of our fireworks story, it’s worth noting that photographing a fireworks show is no easy feat. Readers seeking a how-to guide to this subject need look no further than this Explora article, by Todd Vorenkamp.
Yet, as that article notes, and the photos featured here make evident, the challenge of capturing bursting pyrotechnics in images offers great opportunities for experimentation and fun. This is perhaps
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
Many interchangeable-lens cameras, be it DSLR or mirrorless, are sold today with what we call "kit" lenses. Current kit lenses, in general, thanks to computer technology and advanced manufacturing techniques, are more capable and of higher quality than those of yesteryear. However, many of us who use interchangeable-lens cameras feel the gravitational pull of other lenses that are not yet in our bags.
Adding lenses to your quiver is all about choices and selection and, in photography, we often find ourselves at a sort of "gear crossroads." The
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
There are many ingredients in the recipe that make a good photographic portrait—foreground, background, setting, pose, expression, color, lighting, and so on—but one element that can be as important to the result as the portrait sitter is the lens used to capture the portrait and help create the art.
Technically, any lens can be used to take a portrait with your camera, and there are traditional focal lengths for “portrait lenses” like 85mm and 105mm, but I asked my fellow B&H photographers, as well as our B&H Creative partners and
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
In some sense, photographers are easy people for whom to shop. An entire store (B&H Photo!) exists so that others can bestow amazing gifts on their photographer loved ones. But, in another sense, photographers can be very good at shopping for themselves (at B&H Photo!) and that makes gift-giving to a photographer a challenge.
We asked some B&H staff, members of the B&H Creative Partnership team, and B&H affiliates what was the best photography-related gift they ever received. These are some of their responses.
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by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
For the B&H video team, nothing is more exciting than covering a trade show—it’s also the most challenging. Trade shows are action-packed environments and producing videos from the show floor requires lots of planning, preparation, and of course, the right gear. Here’s a breakdown of our current kit.
Cameras and Lenses
B&H is “The Professional’s Source,” so we make sure to use professional equipment that will deliver a broadcast-quality image. Our choice of camera for these mobile and demanding situations? The
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Cozy up to a ringside seat for a behind-the-scenes tour of the wildest shows in sports entertainment during our insightful chat about the still photos produced for World Wrestling Entertainment, otherwise known as WWE.
In 2023 alone, the WWE photo team traveled the globe, covering close to 170 live events, and producing 2.6 million stills to serve the organization’s various platforms.
You might—incorrectly—assume that WWE’s still images are generated from video screengrabs. Well, this couldn’t be further from the truth.
In this week’s podcast
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Canon Explorer of Light Atiba Jefferson photographs famous athletes like LeBron James and Tony Hawk. In this video, he discusses how he got his start photographing skateboarding and how he continues to produce creative action photos.
0:00 - Introduction
0:41 - Beginnings/In This Talk
3:39 - Available Light and Camera Settings
7:54 - Flash Photography
10:23 - Perspectives and Fisheyes
13:07 - Sequences (aka "Spray and Pray")
14:45 - Portraits
15:41 - Getting Creative
20:55 - Thrasher Magazine Cover
24:30 - Q&A
What do you think of
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Grace Wells (@GraceWells) produces, directs, and edits cinematic vertical videos, including her series “Making Epic Commercials for Random Objects.” Learn how she creates her content as a one-woman team, and more.
0:00 - About Wells
0:39 - From Portraits to Products
4:27 - Inspiration and Workflow
7:22 - Lightning Round
11:03 - Gear (Detailed)
13:15 - Working with Brands
16:49 - Creative Process and Editing
22:11 - Experimenting
23:37 - Getting Representation
25:39 - Hooking Your Viewers
27:45 - The Future
29:16 - Wells's Studio
30:18 -
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2023 has certainly come and gone in a flash, meaning it’s time once again for us to reflect on new photo offerings in our ninth annual Cameras of the Year episode, now renamed Photo Gear of the Year. We’ll be talking with B&H Camera and Lighting Senior Sales Trainer Kevin Rickert. Featured in our discussion are 25 new releases from Canon, FUJIFILM,
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Zoologist and Nikon Ambassador Ron Magill got into photography to teach people to love animals. Join him for an energetic talk about his journey to Antarctica and his work with the Zoo Miami.
0:00 - Introduction
3:52 - Landscapes of Antarctica
15:17 - Wildlife of Antarctica
30:18 - Zoos
43:13 - Gear
What do you think of Magill’s work? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
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In this video, learn how Deanne Fitzmaurice finds opportunities and pushes boundaries to tell a well-rounded photo story while working with athletes and celebrities.
0:00 - Introduction
1:30 - Overview
3:11 - How Fitzmaurice’s Career Started
8:29 - Photographing Celebrities and Athletes
43:54 - Q&A
How do you tell stories with your photos? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
Sponsored by
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“The eye should learn to listen before it looks.” – Robert Frank
Australian photographer Wayne Quilliam used to consider his camera as a tool, but today it’s become his “companion.” This is just one of the inspiring takeaways from our chat for the new monthly podcast series, “Picturing World Cultures.”
Above photograph © Wayne Quilliam
Listen in as Quilliam describes his journey—from growing up on the island state of Tasmania knowing little about his indigenous roots, to gaining a fascination with culture while traveling with the Royal
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Capture and create photos in unique ways with light painting. In this video, Susan Magnano teaches you to use the night as your canvas and make your photos shine, whether you're photographing an urban scene or desert landscape.
0:00 - Introduction
1:19 - The Unicorn Photo
4:03 - The Magic of Night Photography
6:11 - Light Painting
6:53 - ABC's of Light Painting
18:50 - Behind the Scenes
33:50 - Building a Photo
45:40 - Final Thoughts
46:46 - Recap
Are you a fan of light painting? Have you ever tried it? Share your thoughts and experiences in
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Didn't get a chance to attend our Bild Expo 2023? No problem! Nick Brigadier takes you on a tour of the show floor for a look at the latest gear—some of which was announced the day of Bild.
0:00 - Introduction
0:40 - Cooke Lenses
1:06 - GoPro HERO12 Black
2:05 - Leica
2:47 - Sony a7C II & a7CR
3:42 - Angenieux
4:38 - DJI Osmo Action 4
5:30 - Hasselblad XCD 4/28P
5:53 - RØDE Wireless GO II
7:01 - Zoom R4 MultiTrak Recorder
7:47 - SmallRig
9:10 - DZOFIlm
10:02 - Tamron
10:58 - Nanlite
11:40 - Nanuk
12:33 - Thank You for Watching!
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