Episode 79 : News and Short Notes
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Hello everyone and welcome to Episode 79 of Make Better Photos and Videos. This episode is a mash up of news and reaction to recent photo and video news.
Read MoreWelcome to the Make Better Photos and Videos Podcast. Each episode will cover a technique, an idea, a process or a tool to help you make better photos and videos. You can subscribe to us on iTunes, Spotify and Amazon Music
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Episode 78 : Choosing the Right Sized Sensor
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Welcome to Episode 78 where I dive into a question on choosing the right sensor size from listener Gordon.
Read MoreEpisode 77 : One Lens To Rule Them All
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Welcome to episode 77 of Make Better Photos and Videos. This episode we look into the idea of a single lens that covers most everything that you may like to do.
Read MoreEpisode 76 : Will Computational Photography Improve Your Pictures?
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Welcome to episode 76 of Make Better Photos and Videos. In this episode I dive into our newest buzzword, computational photography. What is it and what does it mean to your work?
Read MoreEpisode 75 : Choosing a Portrait Lens
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Welcome to episode 75 of Make Better Photos and Videos. This time I provide some thoughts on choosing a portrait lens that best fits your needs.
Read MoreEpisode 74 : Understanding Dynamic Range
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Lots of folks get confused by the subject of dynamic range. Listen to episode 74 of Make Better Photos and Videos and develop a useful understanding of this important topic.
Read MoreEpisode 73 : Do Photographic Certifications Matter?
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Welcome to Episode 73 of Make Better Photos and Videos. The topic of certifications in photography has risen again and in this episode, I explore the challenges in the execution of such a thing.
Read MoreEpisode 72 : Supplemental
/As discussed in Episode 72, here are the four images that I would like you to review to see the power of emotion in a photograph.
Afghan Girl copyright Steve McCurry - used for information purposes only
The Falling Soldier by Robert Papa copyright Magnum - used for informational purposes only
Joseph Goebbels copyright Alfred Eisenstadt/ TIME - used for informational purposes only
The Vulture and the Little Girl copyright Kevin Carter - used for informational purposes only
Episode 72 : Emotional Commotion
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A photograph without emotion is just a snapshot. It has no legs, and doesn't stand up. Emotional commotion is what makes an image. A great image needs emotion, not merely technical correctness. Find out why this is true.
Read MoreEpisode 71 : The Histogram as a Learning Tool
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Welcome to episode 71 of Make Better Photos and Videos. This time, listener Gordon VanSpall has asked how we can learn from the histogram in our cameras.
Read MoreEpisode 70 : Tips for Buying a Lens
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Welcome to Episode 70 where I offer a ten step programme to help you buy your next lens.
Read MoreEpisode 69 : Supplemental
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This post is a supplement to the audio podcast Episode 69 : Understanding Low Key and High Key of Make Better Photos and Videos. Please listen to the episode to fully understand the purpose of this supplement.
Read MoreEpisode 69 : Understanding Low Key and High Key
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Welcome to Episode 69 of Make Better Photos and Videos. This time i am working to clear up confusion and get you started into high key and low key shooting.
Read MoreEpisode 68 - A Good Ball Head Lasts a Lifetime
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Welcome to Episode 68 of Make Better Photos and Videos. In this episode we explore the characteristics of a great ball head that will serve you well for decades.
Read MoreEpisode 67 : Understanding Colour Theory
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Welcome to episode 67 of Make Better Photos and Videos. This time I examine colour theory. How are colours made in light, how we can use them to advantage and the emotional impact that colours have on viewers.
Read MoreEpisode 66 : Bric a Brac
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Hey gang,
Apologies for the unintended hiatus. I'm back with Episode 66 called Bric a Brac. I hope that you enjoy the episode.
Read MoreEpisode 65 : Watermarks
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join me on Episode 65 of Make Better Photos and Videos for a discussion on the topic of watermarking your images.
Read MoreEpisode 64 : Tethering
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Hey everyone! Welcome to Episode 64 of Make Better Photos and Videos. In this episode, I explore what goes into successful tethering of your camera to your computer. Tethering can be a really empowering tool, so listen in, to learn how to make it work.
Read MoreEpisode 63 : How to Obtain Good Bokeh
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Welcome to Episode 63 of Make Better Photos and Videos. This episode I dive into the realities of bokeh. What it means, what goes into bokeh and how to best achieve nice looking bokeh. Sit back, and have a listen.
Episode 62: Camera Stagnation Realities
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According to some the market for digital cameras is dying. Here in Episode 62 of Make Better Photos and Videos, I look at the facts and why your current camera may actually be the best product for you.
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