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Welcome to the 67th issue of PhotoFlash
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We're in for an awesome new month! First off, our October online photography courses are just kicking off, and there's still space in many classes. But enroll now, since some courses are filling fast! BetterPhoto classes give you personal interaction with top pros - regardless of where you live! Learn more...
Coming up on October 25th is the photographic event of the year: the 4th Annual BetterPhoto Summit. And what an exciting and inspirational conference we have planned, with programs on both photography and Photoshop. You'll come away filled with new insights and inspiration! Find out more about the Summit...
In this issue of PhotoFlash, don't miss the excellent photo discussions, plus Jim Zuckerman's fine article on wildlife photography.
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Have a great month!
Jim Miotke
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In This Issue: Wednesday, October 01, 2008
Featured Photo: Serious in Center Field
 Serious in Center Field This is my friend's son, Logan. My friend asked me to take some pictures of him in his baseball gear. :o) This was one of my favs. I was standing on a ladder and mom was next to me dropping balls. It took several tries but this was exactly what I was trying to capture so it was a success! :o) © Angie Sidles Canon Rebel XSi (E... |
Featured Article: How to Shoot Wildlife Photography by Jim Zuckerman
Wildlife subjects can be divided into two categories: wild and under human control. Pursuing both can produce wonderful images, says professional photographer Jim Zuckerman. Jim, by the way, also teaches the outstanding Wildlife Photography course here at BetterPhoto. Check out Jim's article...
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Where in the World? To learn the correct answer to the last quiz - and see who came the closest, visit the previous Where in the World quiz. New from Lensbaby: Meet the Composer! Course note: Tony Sweet - author, top professional and longtime BP instructor - teaches a terrific online course: For more details on the new Composer and all Lensbaby products ... Learn more... Turn Your Photos into Beautiful Cards! Create Your Own Photo Book - Quick and Easy! New Photo Discussions The Next Step: Where to Go From Here
Can you guess where this picture was taken? If you think you have a clue, try offering a response.
© Sean Arbabi
arbabi.org
4-Week Short Course: Better Exposure: How to Meter Light
Nikon F100 SLR Cam...
With the Composer, Lensbaby introduces a completely new lens, based on a ball and socket configuration that delivers smooth selective focus photography with unparalleled ease. The new Composer retains its position after being bent and is easy to use even with one hand.
Creative Nature/Outdoor Photos with Lensbabies
Photographer's Edge is a Trusted Partner and Sponsor of this year's BetterPhoto Summit. Photographer's Edge features a complete line of do-it-yourself Photo Frame Greeting Cards for all types of photographers and subjects. Learn more...
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New Photo Discussion 1: Portrait
Hello Kris. I am also an A100 and A700 user. I am still having problems getting the lighting right for portraits. What lighting do you use and which lens? do you use a filter? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Your photos are great Kris.
© Kris L. Bresnahan
Sony Alpha A100 D...
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- Patricia Chisholm
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Response 1:Thank you for your kind words, Patricia! You do some very incredible work yourself! I have found that my Sony has always given off a reddish hue to all of my photos. I went into the DEC setting and moved my Portrait settings to have less saturation and more contrast. I also ONLY shoot in Manual mode and use the lowest settings possible that all of my lenses can handle. I mostly use a 17-70mm 2.8 zoom lens for my shots, although sometimes I switch to my 50mm 1.8 when I'm looking to really close in on something. I do use a lot of lights in my studio, as well. Two soft boxes, a hair light and a spotlight from above, and two strobes are pretty much the norm in my portraits. I do not use any filters. The rest is done in Photoshop. Thank you for your interest in my work!! Good luck and glad to see another Sony user out there!! Yeah!! If you have any other questions, please ask! Kris
- Kris L. Bresnahan
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John, I've been looking at this and awed by the frankness I'm seeing in the contrasts, composition, and lighting. It's beautiful! So many of your portraits go far beyond the "hand placed just so", the "head tilted a little more to the left", or the "common, big smiles now" type of images considered portraits... Bravo on such an outstanding image! So much depth really. 
2 women
For AidsWalk Los Angeles, Faces Campaign
© John H. Siskin
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Mamiya C33/C330 Me...
- Christine M. Duncan
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Response 1:Hi Christine,
One thing that this shot reminds me is to take extra versions of images. For this project, the photos were supposed to be single images of each women. They are mother and daughter. But we went ahead and did this image with both of them. It was the best image of the day. Unfortunately it was not used, they needed to use the single images, as they fit into the group better. I am very pleased that my work was used in such an important cause. Aids walk did not need happy pictures.
Thanks, John Siskin
- John H. Siskin
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AWESOME Shot!!!!!!!
The Moon
Took this the other night when the moon was almost full with the help of the BP forum's archives. I'd been working for the better part of a week to capture a shot of the moon for one of my neighbors, but just got blown out images. With the expert information here, I got what she was looking for! I am loving the amount of detail I was able to capture! This is why I love this website!
© Christie Bielss
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- Rita Jane Smith
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Response 1:Great capture. Not a easy shot. Wonderful image, Christie!!!!!!
- Bobby Ray Goodman
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Response 2:Thank you so much for all of your extremely kind words!
OK, so on the BP forum archives, if you search "Moon" then a bunch of previous questions/answers about this pop up. I used my Nikon 70-300mm VR lens (with VR on) at 280mm, put my camera on a tripod, set my D80 to "S" (Shutter Priority) and then used the recommended shutter speeds and found that f5.6, 1/500th shutter, ISO 400 was what gave me the most detail. Now, there was also a very big hint they gave - to get the most detail, you must capture the moon while it is just rising above the horizon. For me, since I live in Central IL, that meant I was shooting right around 8:30pm. When I tried it previously, I was shooting at about 10pm when the moon was too bright - thus giving blown out images. You can also search the "Sunny 16 rule" or the "Moony 11 rule" for exact data and explanation.
I hope this helps! And thanks again for all of your kind comments!
- Christie Bielss
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I love the clarity and colours in this photo...also the angle. Very eye catching :)
© David J. Pavol
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Wedding Photography Techniques: An Introduction
Canon EOS 5D Digit...
- Joan E. Jett
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Response 1:Thanks Joan,
The church had a little balcony off to the side of the chapel, and I decided that this area would also be a good camera position to work from.
I guided them from my postion as to what pew to move into and did a few variations of this with her alone and even with him sitting on the back of the pew. It was fun.
I added a little flash as a kicker to make sure their eyes had some life rather than having them go too dark that would have happened under this light.
Thanks,
D
- David J. Pavol
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Until next time, thanks for reading and keep having fun with photography!
Jim Miotke
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