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Photography can influence a dancer's understanding of their own artistry. Join photographer Gene Schiavone, dance writer Gavin Larsen, and dancer Kylie Edwards as they discuss the making of their recent photo book on the lives of ballet dancers.
0:00 - Intro
1:26 - Gene's photography background
7:31- Kylie's background
12:44 - Gavin's background
16:07 - Working together as photographer and dancer
24:35 - The book being a collaborative effort
27:51 - Dancer's emotions to seeing theirselves in the photos
33:36 - Image selection &
by Luke Rollins · Posted
At first glance, studio photography and the compact camera may seem strange bedfellows. The type of work associated with the studio—still life, product photography, portraiture, macro photography—usually wants cameras with larger sensors and interchangeable lenses, especially in professional applications. Compact, point-and-shoot cameras, for their part, have their natural home in everyday, travel, nightlife, and street applications, where their discretion and size become virtues.
It might seem almost cruel to introduce the compact to the
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
When choosing binoculars or scopes, a term that should be heavily considered is "exit pupil." What is exit pupil, and what does it do? In optics, we're often focused on magnification and light-gathering capabilities, and these are essential for understanding how optics works, but overall viewing experience shouldn't be discounted.
If you look at any optic at arm's length, you'll see the small pinpoint sized window of
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Ever find yourself still struggling to make out a bird, even when your binoculars are trained directly on it? No matter how steady you hold yourself, you simply just don’t have the reach. You could get a stronger pair of binoculars, but these come with inherent drawbacks, such as stability issues and, of course, a heftier build. What’s our solution?
It’s only natural that after using a pair of binoculars, some birders will find that they yearn for more, and the only way to practically get more reach is to use a spotting scope. These are
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
It's only natural that after using a pair of binoculars, some birders will find that they yearn for more, and the only way to practically get more reach is to use a spotting scope. These are essentially terrestrial telescopes, using one optical path to magnify an even greater distance than our typical handheld optics can manage.
As covered in our guide to choosing a spotting scope, finding the right scope can be as
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Portrait photographer Susan Magnano explores how to take control of light in any environment using portable LED lights. Using Nanlite LEDs, you can transform ordinary scenes into compelling images in real time.
0:00 - Intro
1:15 - Benefits of continuous light
4:23 - Studio constraints
5:14 - Workflow
7:15 - Exposure
8:35 - Science of additive color
11:02 - Lighting gobos & split lighting
12:14 - Shutter drag
12:44 - Lights & tools being used
13:35 - Lighting setup & settings / Using gobos
32:49 - Creative traditional headshots
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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
At one point or another, you’re bound to hear someone say that you need to shoot in a RAW file format. There are advantages to this decision, from additional detail to better control over the look of our final image. But what exactly is a RAW file and what does it do for our photographs? In this guide, we aim to give you a better understanding of the RAW file and how to use it to our advantage.
What Is a RAW File?
RAW files, sometimes referred to as digital negatives, are the raw data recorded by your camera’s imaging sensor. This data is
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Featuring all of the capabilities of a traditional astrophotography rig, minus the bulk, the Seestar Pro series has long been a popular choice, even for novice users looking to capture images of the Sun, Moon, planets, and deep-sky objects. This trend continues with the latest addition to the line, the Seestar S50 Pro Smart Telescope.
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In part 2, Tony Gale demonstrates how to use flash by focusing on light placement and optimal camera and flash settings.
0:00 - Intro
3:10 - Directing a model
4:51 - Sony a9 iii (High speed sync)
12:00 - Adjusting flash & camera settings
23:01 - Adding an umbrella modifier
34:07 - Softboxes
48:35 - Adding light with reflectors
52:23 - Grid modifiers
1:00:40 - Tony's portrait process/li>
1:11:25 - Q&A
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Westcott is on a roll. Literally! Say goodbye to the days of schlepping your gear through the park or wedding venue and move with style. Introducing the Westcott Photography Wagon, a tool made to easily transport gear all while saving your back. Let's look at some of the most notable features that set this wagon apart.
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Venus Optics has once again delivered a game changing tool for close focus with the Laowa Aksen 45mm and 17.5mm Coaxial Illumination lenses. These lightweight, ultra-macro lenses have a fixed focal distance and feature an innovative internal parfocal zoom system for easy magnification adjustments.
First up, let’s look at the 45mm f/2.8 1-5x Macro APO. As hinted at in the name, this
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Sony Artisan of Imagery Tony Gale is back in the Event Space to give a three-part series on portrait lighting. In part one, you'll learn the fundamentals of using constant light to create beautiful, well-lit portraits.
0:00 - Intro
1:30 - Different constant lights
6:15 - Using sunlight
11:54 - Using a single lightbulb
14:14 - Single light (with modifiers)
23:43 - Why continuous lighting vs flash
32:29 - Controlling the background
40:14 - Main & full lights (with modifiers)
55:52 - Rim light
57:42 - White balance & color checkers
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"It's better to have it and not need it, than to need it and not have it" is the motto for this video. Sam lists her astrophotography essentials to keep you safe and make sure you get the shot.
0:00 - Intro
0:18 - Tripod
1:29 - Headlamp
3:01 - Photo Planning App
5:13 - Accessories
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Award-winning wedding photographer Leandro Da Silva shares how he built a brand that doesn't compete on price, but on impact and emotion.
0:00 - Intro
4:15 - Video reel
6:44 - What's the goal?
10:32 - Same tool, different results
14:37 - Mastering light (in any condition)
33:56 - Directing with intention
44:03 - Creating artwork that last
1:03:37 - Building your brand
1:06:29 - Take away
1:12:35 - Stop blending in
1:13:27 - Dreambookspro
1:16:08 - Q&A
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Whether it's for recording audio or lighting a portrait, everyone has a piece of gear that's their go-to. Clare asks B&H's employees and customers what they think is the best piece of gear that stands the test of time. Big-ticket items like cameras, lenses, or audio interfaces made the list, but sometimes the less-flashy gear that is the unsung hero of the creative process.
0:00 - Intro
0:10 - What's Everyone's Go-To?