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November 24, 2023

Why Expose to the Right Makes More Sense Than Ever

November 24, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
Why Expose to the Right Makes More Sense Than Ever

The use of the Expose To The Right methodology allows you to maximize the capability of your sensor without losing highlights while providing significantly more shadow detail, all without the hassle and weird results of using HDR.

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November 24, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ 2 Comments
How To, Post Processing, Shooting
ETTR, expose to the right
November 18, 2023

REVIEW : XP-Pen Deco Pro MW

November 18, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
REVIEW : XP-Pen Deco Pro MW

Looking for a Wacom alternative? XP-Pen is an excellent choice

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November 18, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ Comment
Gear, REVIEW
XP-Pen Deco Pro MW, Wireless drawing tablet, Photo editing tablet, Bluetooth editing tablet
November 10, 2023

Just What Are Adobe Credits and How Do They Work?

November 10, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
Just What Are Adobe Credits and How Do They Work?

Adobe has introduced a credit system to pay for their generative tools. Read to learn how it works and what you can do with these credits

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November 10, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ Comment
News, Tips, Tricks and Traps
Adobe credits, Adobe Generative AI, Adobe Generative AI Credit system
November 03, 2023

Is It Time To Lay Your Memory Cards to Rest? What About the Card Readers?

November 03, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
Is It Time To Lay Your Memory Cards to Rest?  What About the Card Readers?

It’s probably time to bury your memory card, And possibly your card reader too.

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November 03, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ Comment
Gear, Tips, Tricks and Traps
memory cards, card readers, card performance, replace your memory card, replace your card reader
October 28, 2023

Is The Zone System Still Relevant?

October 28, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
Is The Zone System Still Relevant?

The question of whether the Zone System is still viable for digital cameras is a recurring one. In this article I share my thoughts on why it is and how it will help you make better photographs

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October 28, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ 2 Comments
Training and Development
Zone System
October 20, 2023

The Best Video Recorder for Your iPhone - Blackmagic Camera

October 20, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
The Best Video Recorder for Your iPhone - Blackmagic Camera

Blackmagic Camera is the BEST video recording application for your iOS device. Read to learn why.

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October 20, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ 2 Comments
Gear, Video
Blackmagic CAM
October 13, 2023

Quick Look : VEED.IO

October 13, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
Quick Look : VEED.IO

This time I offer a quick look at an online video editing service called VEED.IO

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October 13, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ Comment
Video
online video editing, browser based video editing, VEED.IO, veed.io
October 06, 2023

Generative Fill : An Opinion

October 06, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
Generative Fill : An Opinion

In this article, I offer my thoughts on Adobe’s Generative Fill

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October 06, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ 2 Comments
Perspectives
Generative Fill
September 29, 2023

Tips for Better Black and White Photography

September 29, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
Tips for Better Black and White Photography

In this article I discuss learning to see in black and white as a requirement for better black and white photographs.

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September 29, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ 2 Comments
How To, Training and Development
better black and white
September 22, 2023

Fill Flash Made Simple

September 22, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
Fill Flash Made Simple

This article is meant for photographers who want to expand their skills and comfort levels with controlled light. While it will work for snapshot makers, it does require a tiny bit of work.

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September 22, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ Comment
Lighting, Gear, How To
Fill Flash
September 16, 2023

A New and Awesome Video Recorder for your iPhone - Blackmagic Camera

September 16, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
A New and Awesome Video Recorder for your iPhone - Blackmagic Camera

Blackmagic Design have just released a superior video recorder for iPhone called Blackmagic Camera. Incredible!

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September 16, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ Comment
Video
Blackmagic Camera
September 15, 2023

What About 8K video?

September 15, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
What About 8K video?

There’s an increasing amount of noise about 8K video. Should you be thinking about it? Let’s find out.

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September 15, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ Comment
Video
8K video, 8K interchangeable lens cameras
September 08, 2023

Better Audio for Your Videos

September 08, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
Better Audio for Your Videos

Recording great audio with your video on your interchangeable lens camera does not have to cost a bomb or add massive complexity. In this article learn how a simple shoe mounted microphone will make a difference to your video quality.

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September 08, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ Comment
Video, Gear
video microphone, shotgun microphone, RODE Videomic GO II, Koss UR 40
September 01, 2023

Making a Simple Sports Video

September 01, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
Making a Simple Sports Video

Hello readers. This time I offer a simple guide to making a quick sports video with your interchangeable lens camera

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September 01, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ 4 Comments
Video
sports videos
August 25, 2023

A Video Primer

August 25, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
A Video Primer

It’s been a while since I touched on video. Despite spending tons of money on cameras whose only real value adds are in the video space, most buyers never try it. You’re missing out. So let’s get you started.

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August 25, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ Comment
Video, Shooting
video with interchangeable lens camera, starting with video
August 18, 2023

Your Simplest Way to Improve Your Lighting

August 18, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
Your Simplest Way to Improve Your Lighting

In this article, learn how a very simple tool can really make the difference in your single light photographs

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August 18, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ Comment
Lighting, How To, Gear
speedlight, reflector
August 11, 2023

Why Dynamic Range Matters and What to Look For

August 11, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
Why Dynamic Range Matters and What to Look For

Many photographers do not fully understand why dynamic range is so important, possibly the MOST important specification of a camera sensor.

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August 11, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ Comment
Perspectives, Gear, Training and Development
dynamic range, HDR, megapixels
August 10, 2023

Review : BatchPhoto

August 10, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
Review : BatchPhoto

This article is a review of V5 of BatchPhoto, a picture batch processing application for Windows or Macintosh

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August 10, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ 2 Comments
Post Processing, REVIEW
BatchPhoto, batch processing pictures
August 04, 2023

Are You Missing Out on Hard Reflectors?

August 04, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
Are You Missing Out on Hard Reflectors?

Hard reflectors are too often ignored when designing lighting. In this article I offer insight as to why you should be reconsidering their use.

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August 04, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ Comment
Lighting, Gear
hard reflector, reflector
July 28, 2023

Old Man Yells at Clouds - A Perspective Against New Gear Lust

July 28, 2023/ Ross Chevalier
Old Man Yells at Clouds - A Perspective Against New Gear Lust

Despite what you read and hear, new gear will not bring you better photographs

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July 28, 2023/ Ross Chevalier/ 1 Comment
Gear, Perspectives
new gear, better pictures, learn what you have
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