A few months ago I was reading a terrific article by Steve Huff. Steve said that if you shoot with just one lens, specifically a 35mm lens, that your photography will improve. I wanted to try this to see if it was true.
Category Archives: Tips and Tricks
Leica Q vs M 240
45 minutes of good information as we follow John Lehmann from the Globe and Mail with his Leica M240 and 28mm lens. This is a comparison between the M240 and the new Leica Q.
Some of my favorite Mac apps
Ask any of my friends and they’ll tell you I love gadgets and technology. I definitely have techno joy. Here are a few of the apps that I use on a daily basis.
The Many Looks of the 1 Light Portrait
Join Profoto and Mark Wallace on February 19, 1pm EST and learn about the many looks that can be achieved using a 1-light set-up. It is all about light shaping.
Sign up today and join us for this free webinar.
The webinar takes place on February 19 at 7PM CET (10AM Los Angeles, 1PM New York, 6PM London, 7PM Paris, +2AM Beijing, +3AM Tokyo, +5AM Sydney).
Fantastic Portrait Photography in Lousy Light
In this episode, Mark goes to “battle” against harsh light and an ugly background for an outdoor portrait. He’ll show you 5 quick tips to get a great portrait out of nearly any situation.
Gear used in this video
Photoshop Actions
In this episode Mark shows you how to streamline your editing workflow by creating actions in Photoshop CS6. Anything you do in Photoshop can be “recorded” into an action that can make bulk processing images a breeze.
Gear used in this video
Parking Lot Studio
In this episode Mark Wallace shows you how to build a high key lighting setup in a parking lot. Mark uses foam core panels and light stands to create shade and control the light. A white background is illuminated by the sun to create a Richard Avedon style photograph. This can be done with or without an on-camera flash.
Gear used in this video
- Matthews 5 lb. Cordura Sandbag with Sand, Black
- Savage Nucor, Plain Uncoated Foam Mount Board, 40×60″, Pack of 12 Boards
- Matthews Full Apple Box – 12x8x20″
- Permacell Gaffer Tape 25 Yards x 2″- Black
- Westcott Pro 8′ Free Sliding Lightstand with 5/8 Mounting Stud, 4 Sections with 3 Risers, Black Anodized
- Savage Seamless Background Paper, 107″ wide x 50 yards, Super White, #1
- Bogen Black Free Standing Background Support System, with Crossbar & Stands
- Canon EOS-5D Mark II Digital SLR Camera Body
- Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens with Case & Hood
- Canon Speedlite 580EX II
Getting it Right in Camera
In this episode Mark takes us through his creative process to see if it’s possible to get it right in camera. Join Mark in the studio for a hands-on demonstration that shows how he uses photography fundamentals to achieve his final images. Does he get what he wants? Is it possible to get it right in camera? Watch and find out.
Gear used in this video
- X-Rite Digital ColorChecker Passport, Exposure & White Balance System
- Sekonic Exposure Profile Target II
- PhotoVision 14″ Pocket One-Shot Digital Calibration Target
- Nikon D3S Body Only
- Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G AF-S VR II Zoom-Nikkor ED-IF Lens
- PocketWizard Plus III Transceiver #801-130
- Manfrotto 055XPROB Black Tripod Legs
- Manfrotto Midi Ball Head 498 with RC2 Rapid Connect Plate
Constant Light Versus Flash
In this episode Mark walks through the differences between using constant light and light from a flash. Join Mark in the studio for a hands-on demonstration that shows how constant light produces different results than light coming from a flash.
Gear used in this video
- Nikon D3S Body Only
- Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G AF-S VR II Zoom-Nikkor ED-IF Lens
- PocketWizard Plus III Transceiver #801-130
- Manfrotto 055XPROB Black Tripod Legs
- Manfrotto Midi Ball Head 498 with RC2 Rapid Connect Plate
- Matthews Baby Junior Triple Riser Stand with Wheels,
- Profoto Acute2R 1200 Pro Value Pack
- Photoflex Litedome Platinum, Large 36″ x 48″ Softbox
- Arri 650/3 Compact Fresnel Kit with 3 650 Watt Plus Fresnel Tungsten Lights, Bulbs, Accessories, & Wheeled Case – 1,950 Watts, 120 Volts.
- Quantum Turbo SC Slim Compact Battery Power Pack
- Quantum Cable CK-E2 for Turbo Battery
Find the Light
In this episode Mark demonstrates some techniques for shooting portraits (and a few other things) in natural light. Mark uses nothing but his camera, no reflectors or fill flash, to get terrific results. Mark also talks about open shade and how you can use it to get different lighting results.
Gear used in this video
- Fujifilm X-PRO1 Digital Camera Body, 16.3 Megapixel, APS-C X-Trans CMOS Sensor, 3.0″ LCD Monitor, Hi-Speed USB 2.0
- Fujifilm XF 60mm (90mm) F/2.4 Lens
- Sekonic L-358 Flash Master, Weatherproof Digital Incident & Reflected Flash and Ambient Light Meter
- Lowepro Pro Runner 200 AW Photo Backpack holds DSLR and 3 to 4 Lenses, Black