Ep 218 : The New HDR Profile in Lightroom Classic is Pointless
/In this short episode, we dive into the new HDR profile in Adobe Lightroom Classic and learn very quickly why it is pointless, and then provide a far superior alternative.
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Ep 217 : Depth of Field and Sharpness
/We often think of depth of field as also defining sharpness but there are other considerations. In this episode we discuss these realities.
Ep 216 : Stupid Hits a New Low
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In this episode, Gordon wants to know what new idiocy has Ross so annoyed.
Read MoreEp 215 : The Sony A9 III Brings Global Shutter. Should You Care?
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In this episode, Gordon asks what the hubbub about the new Sony A9 III means to a regular photographer.
Read MoreEp 214 : Software and Operating System Upgrades
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Hello listeners! This time Gordon and I talk about the “joys” of software version upgrades such as from Adobe, and operating system requirements and upgrades to support the latest releases.
Read MoreEp 213 : The Only Thing That Matters is That You See
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Hello listeners. In this episode I challenge accepted norms and standards to identify the only thing that matters to a successful photograph
Read MoreEp 212 : Where Goes Lightroom?
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Welcome listeners to episode 212. This episode is an opinion piece on the direction of Adobe’s Lightroom family of products. No actual statements from Adobe exist, but it’s easy to see if you look closely.
Read MoreEp 210 : Why You Should Use Manual Mode for Video
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In this episode we cover the simplest way to shoot great video on your stills camera while maintaining full control.
Read MoreEp 209 : Make Better Fall Colour Images
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Hello listeners. In this episode Gordon and Ross discuss a method to achieve better images involving fall colours.
Read MoreEp 208 : The Optimal Second Lens
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Hello folks. In this episode Ross proposes what he thinks is the “optimum second lens” Gordon is not surprised and draws out the rationale for the selection.
Read MoreEp 207 : Curing the Number One Composition Error
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Hello listeners! In this episode I tackle, with Gordon’s help as usual, how to cure the number one error made in photographic composition.
Read MoreEp 206 : Using Compositional Guides to Learn to See
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Hello listeners. In this episode Ross and Gordon discuss how actively using compositional tools will help you learn to see, before you squeeze the shutter release.
Read MoreEp 205 : The Best Lens for Landscapes is Probably a Telephoto
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Hello everyone. In this episode we expand on a comment made by Gordon several episodes ago. We believe that your best landscape lens is probably a telephoto.
Read MoreEp 204 : Best Practices for Street Photography
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In this episode Ross discusses his proven best practices for street photography while Gordon challenges the approach amongst perceived standards.
Read MoreEp 203 : The Most Useful Second Lens for Most Photographers
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Hi folks, in this episode, Gordon and I talk about what statistically is my most useful second lens and why I think that this will be true for most photographers. We’ll also chat about the need with current cameras for super large maximum apertures, or if there really is one.
Read MoreEp 202 : What If There Was No Social Media Results
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Hello listeners. This short episode shares the results of the What If question asked in episode 200.
Read MoreEp 201 : Multi Modal Options for your Images
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In this episode, Gordon ponders what to do with all the images that he makes.
Read MoreEp 199 : High Speed Sync Flash - Why and How-To
/Welcome all. In this episode, Gordon returns to query Ross on why one would use High Speed Synchronization for flash, what to consider and to take us through an example of doing so.
Ep 198 : Simple Flash Outdoors
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Hey folks. As I did not have anything until today, Gordon is off this episode and all credit for the idea goes to my friend and co-inhabitor of CommunityLIVE! on KelbyONE, Rodolfo Ghirlando. In this episode I teach a simple how-to on getting better outdoor images using your hotshoe flash.
Read MoreEp 197 : Why You Might Need a Gimbal Head
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In this episode, Gordon discusses the advantages of gimbal heads, what to look for and how to maximize your success with one.
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