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Learn DSLR Photography

The Importance of Self-Assignments

May 19, 2014 by Mary Buck

flower shot with macro lens The Importance of Self-Assignments

Self-Assignments are important to improve a skill level. Someone once said “it only takes a few months to go from a bad photographer to a good photographer, but it takes years to go from a good photographer to a great photographer.”  I started photography in 1975 and 39 years later, I am still on the journey of becoming a great photographer.

Learning photography is time-consuming, but it is much more interactive and available than it was years ago because of the internet.  I have been trapped in a comfort zone for a long time because I specialize in portraits. I have not dabbled that much in landscapes photography until recently. I have found it to be very addictive, relaxing and inspirational. But I feel like I still have so much to learn.

Last week I traveled with my sister to the Southern cities of Savannah and Charleston. While we were at one of the plantations, I asked to borrow my sister’s macro lens. I felt like I was seeing the world in a different light for the first time. It was incredible the detail I could see. I have now decided to rent a macro lens for a month and see what else I discover.  This led me to start thinking of what else I could learn this year and began to chart out “self-assignments”. I didn’t take too long to fill my calendar.

So my journey starts in June with macro lenses and continues until the end of the year with new discoveries. I will blog about it and you can follow me and learn with me.

 

For more information on DSLR photography check out the online course.

To view my portrait photography site visit Lightscapes Portrait Studio.

To view my fine art photography site visit Message in a Petal.

 

Filed Under: Blog posts, Learn DSLR Photography Tagged With: dslr photography, DSLR Photography tips

Off Camera Flash Photography

May 7, 2014 by Mary Buck

Put your subjects in their best light no matter what the setting by taking your speedlight off-camera and creating fantastic portraits with Neil van Niekerk’s expert flash techniques online course.

I took the entire online course and thoroughly enjoyed it. Neil does such a good job of explaining the benefits of using off camera flash with simple instructions. I have been using on camera flash for most of my outdoor portraits, but I am now going to switch to off camera flash. I highly recommend this course to photographers. Whether you’re an aspiring professional or a passionate enthusiast, you’ll gain valuable insights as Neil leads you through his shooting strategies in a variety of settings, both indoors and out. Learn the most effective methods of controlling your camera to prevent shake using remote flash with optical and radio sensors. See how to set your metering properly using both manual and through-the-lens (TTL) modes. You’ll diffuse your light using soft boxes, umbrellas and other gear and get tips for positioning and directing your subject. With Neil’s professional techniques and feedback, you’ll soon have magazine-quality photos of your clients, family and friends!

For $59.99 You Get:
• 9 HD video lessons with anytime, anywhere access
• Downloadable gear list and photography tips
• Detailed instruction, explanation and demonstration
• Answers from Neil in our virtual classroom

For more information and to register for the course click here

For more information on DSLR photography check out the online course.

To view my portrait photography site visit Lightscapes Portrait Studio.

To view my fine art photography site visit Message in a Petal.

Filed Under: Blog posts, Learn DSLR Photography Tagged With: flash photography, off camera flash, online photography course

FREE Photography Workshop in Duluth

April 7, 2014 by Mary Buck

slide-1-featured-image FREE Photography Workshop in Duluth

SAVE THE DATE – Studio 2.8 will be hosting a FREE Workshop on Monday April 28, 2014 at the Duluth Town Green on Silhouette Photography at Sunset. The workshop starts at 7:30 PM.  There will be brief instructional period and then we will shoot from 8 -8:30 PM. Models will be provided. No reservation required; however the workshop is dependent on the weather.  Check Facebook by 5PM for a cancellation notice. You are welcome to stay afterwards to visit with fellow photographers. We will hop across the street to Pure Tacqueria for a beverage.  Bring your DSLR camera and a tripod. Be prepared for a lot of fun!  If you are from the Atlanta area, I hope you can come.  The Duluth Town Green is located in downtown Duluth. Use 3160 Main St for GPS – the Town Green is located across the street.

 

 

 

 

For more information on DSLR photography check out the online course.

To view my portrait photography site visit Lightscapes Portrait Studio.

To view my fine art photography site visit Message in a Petal.

Filed Under: Blog posts, Learn DSLR Photography

Learn How to Use Your On-Camera Flash

March 24, 2014 by Mary Buck

 camera flash Learn How to Use Your On-Camera FlashI just added a new online course to Studio 2.8 Lightscapes Learning Center on how to use your on-camera flash to improve your portrait photography. The instructor is Neil van Niererk, one of the best instructors in the world on flash photography. I bought his book a couple years ago, and learned so much, on how to effectively use flash indoors (and outdoors) to improve my photography.Neil breaks down the complexities of flash photography into seven simple lessons that you can watch over and over again.  This course is worth every penny and is on sale for a limited time only for just $44.99 which is 25% off the list price.  For more information on the course and to register for it visit the website.

 

 

 

 

 

For more information on DSLR photography check out the online course.

To view my portrait photography site visit Lightscapes Portrait Studio.

To view my fine art photography site visit Message in a Petal.

Filed Under: Blog posts, Learn DSLR Photography Tagged With: camera flash, flash photography tips, photography with flash

More Online Photography Classes at Studio 2.8

March 21, 2014 by Mary Buck

STUDIO_2 More Online Photography Classes at Studio 2.8 Eight new classes were added to Studio 2.8’s lineup of online photography courses.  They range from artsy stuff to how to be a commercial photographer.  The courses are taught by world class photographers and have great reviews.  I have hand-picked only the best photography courses for inclusion on my website.  One of the courses is my original content – How to Take Better Photos of Your Kids.

The courses are online, which means you can learn at your own pace and keep going back for reinforcement.  I am a big fan of online courses and I hope you will take advantage of them.

The courses are:

  • The Art of Black and White Photography
  •    Total Training in Commercial Photography
  •    Mastering Flash Photography
  •    Mastering Adobe Lightroom 5
  •   Mastering Architectural and Real Estate Photography
  •   Flower Photography
  •   Shooting Intimate Landscapes
  •   How to Take Better Photos of Your Kids

For more information on the courses view them on the navigation menu of http://studio2point8.com

 

For more information on DSLR photography check out the online course.

To view my portrait photography site visit Lightscapes Portrait Studio.

To view my fine art photography site visit Message in a Petal.

Filed Under: Blog posts, Learn DSLR Photography Tagged With: best photography courses, courses in photography, photography courses online, slr digital camera

Photography Lingo

February 12, 2014 by Mary Buck

Sometimes it seems like photographer’s talk in code. Below are some common terms that photographers use. Read the following photography definitions for a short version or click on the link for more detailed information.  Enjoy!

Jpeg

Joint Pictures Expert Group. A algorithm for the compression of digital image files. Jpeg is a standard format which is used by all digital cameras and read by all image processing software.

Histogram

A graph which shows the range of tones the digital camera has captured for the shot. The left edge of the graph represents the darker tones and the right side of the graph represents the lighter tones. Live histograms are available on most digital slr cameras and are a valuable tool in assessing tonal range and if the image has been over-exposed or under-exposed.For a detailed article on the histogram click here.

Aspect Ratio

The ratio between the width and height of an image. Most digital cameras produce an aspect ratio of 4×6. Read more to find out what this means if your final print is an 8×10.

Zoom lens

A lens which has the ability to move through a range of focal lengths.

Pixel

(PIX [picture] ELement) Generally, the smallest addressable unit on a display screen or bitmapped image. Screens are rated by their number of horizontal and vertical pixels; for example, 1024×768 means 1024 pixels are displayed in each row, and there are 768 rows (lines).

More photography definitions…


Dynamic Range

The range of tones that can be recorded by the image sensor on a digital camera. The better the dynamic range, the more detail will be in the darker and lighter elements of the photograph.

Ambient Light

The available light or the surrounding light. A term used by professional photographers in lighting scenarios.

ISO

The measure of the digital camera’s film sensor or photographic film to light. The common ISO’s are 100, 200, 400, 800 and 1600.

Shutter Lag

The time between the moment the camera’s shutter is pressed to when the actual picture is recorded on the sensor.

For more information on DSLR photography check out the online course.

To view my portrait photography site visit Lightscapes Portrait Studio.

To view my fine art photography site visit Message in a Petal.

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