This shot brought to you by my lunch break. I got a new Canon 28-135 USM IS lens in the mail this morning. Took a few test shots. I think I'm already in love with the Image Stabilizer technology. Keep yer eyes peeled for more shots soon. I would have probably been served better with a wider angle lens for this shot but, I want to test out the 28-135. I will have to bring it in the studio and see how it fares there. So far so good though. It could quite possibly be my favorite lens in my kit so far.
Friday, February 29, 2008
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Its a good feeling.
Today was my second time in the studio. Again, I was working with some always on tungsten lighting. 500watts and 250watts. At some point during the afternoon, it became very clear: this is what I must do with my life.
This shot of Camille is one of my favorites of the afternoon. I put the ones I like on my Flickr page. Feel free to check them on.
This shot of Camille is one of my favorites of the afternoon. I put the ones I like on my Flickr page. Feel free to check them on.
Monday, February 18, 2008
From the new 40D
Some might think its going overboard, some might think its a gross extravagance, but I think its a necessity. Friday, I purchased a new Camera. The Canon 40D.
What a change from shooting with the Rebel XTi. The 40D has significantly more features, and the interface is more confusing than the Rebel, but I am starting to get the hang of it. Its going to take some getting used to as things don't work exactly the same as the Rebel, but already, I am seeing much better results in low light settings. I can't wait to bring this baby in the Studio!
This is yet another shot of moby. I am amazed by the details in the shadows and highlights. Using the Adams scale for determining exposures helped a whole lot. I underexposed a weee bit and got details that would not have normally popped out at a normal exposure.
What a change from shooting with the Rebel XTi. The 40D has significantly more features, and the interface is more confusing than the Rebel, but I am starting to get the hang of it. Its going to take some getting used to as things don't work exactly the same as the Rebel, but already, I am seeing much better results in low light settings. I can't wait to bring this baby in the Studio!
This is yet another shot of moby. I am amazed by the details in the shadows and highlights. Using the Adams scale for determining exposures helped a whole lot. I underexposed a weee bit and got details that would not have normally popped out at a normal exposure.
Friday, February 15, 2008
Violon Alto
Some people like to get their way. Yup. Some people like to manipulate situations,
take words out of context and spread lies around, all in an effort to make others as miserable
as they feel inside. Today, I dedicate this picuture to C.G. (no, not Carolyn, the other CG who was previously my friend).
For you, the tiniest violin, is playing the sadest little song for you little web of lies and misery. Enjoy!
take words out of context and spread lies around, all in an effort to make others as miserable
as they feel inside. Today, I dedicate this picuture to C.G. (no, not Carolyn, the other CG who was previously my friend).
For you, the tiniest violin, is playing the sadest little song for you little web of lies and misery. Enjoy!
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Studio Work
I know its like wayyyyyyy past my bed time, but I had to post this photo quickly. We spent the night in the Studio playing around with lighting, diffusers and reflectors. Just as I was about to call it a night, I caught Karen in a moment of reflection as she was waiting for Damien to finish setting up for his shot.
I can't believe how much fun studio lighting is. Now I need to put studio lighting on my list of things to buy. This is going to be an expensive year.
I can't believe how much fun studio lighting is. Now I need to put studio lighting on my list of things to buy. This is going to be an expensive year.
Monday, February 11, 2008
More and more Photos
Well, I am now well into my commercial photography program at Dawson College.
Its a little crazy just how much I am learning. Whats even crazier is how much freaking work I need to do to fulfill the requirements of the first semester! Its a lot of work. I am currently working a whole bunch of assignments. The ones that are pure photography assignments I find really stimulating and challenging, and am really enjoying it. But, I have this other one that is more related to history, which is a 10 minute presentation, which has me a bit worried. I have never had to talk about "art" in this way before. Basically, we have to pick a photographer that we like and make a presentation about him, his photography, his impact on society and then present a photo that is in the "essence" of the photographer. This is the photo I will be submitted as my original work for that assignment. Can you guess who I chose as a photographer? I'll give you a hint, he died in the 1980's! Actually, thats 2 hints, you know he is male.
Its a little crazy just how much I am learning. Whats even crazier is how much freaking work I need to do to fulfill the requirements of the first semester! Its a lot of work. I am currently working a whole bunch of assignments. The ones that are pure photography assignments I find really stimulating and challenging, and am really enjoying it. But, I have this other one that is more related to history, which is a 10 minute presentation, which has me a bit worried. I have never had to talk about "art" in this way before. Basically, we have to pick a photographer that we like and make a presentation about him, his photography, his impact on society and then present a photo that is in the "essence" of the photographer. This is the photo I will be submitted as my original work for that assignment. Can you guess who I chose as a photographer? I'll give you a hint, he died in the 1980's! Actually, thats 2 hints, you know he is male.
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