Looking Back 17 Years Ago
I came across a folder of images from when I was on staff at Georgia Tech. Just take a look at some of these memories. Can you find pictures on your computer from years ago?…
Travel Photography
A Jamaican dancer dances the limbo under a stick of fire held in place by coke bottles. Today’s digital camera makes travel photography more accessible than ever. NEXTO DI NPS-10 Nexto Photo Storage – You…
Expression
A person’s expression can make the photograph or break it. Everyone recognizes and is affected by people’s expressions of being happy, sleepy, cheerful, silly... you get the idea. [NIKON Z 6, 35.0 mm f/1.4, Mode…
Are you a Hawker or Fixer?
Hawker – a person who travels around selling goods, typically advertising them by shouting. Fixer – A fixer is someone who carries out assignments for someone else or is good at solving problems for others.…
Want to be a full-time Pro?
I have written several posts in the past talking about business practices to make it. Today I want to address what I have noticed is the difference between those who are successful and those who…
Creating a Portfolio
[NIKON Z 6, 35.0 mm f/1.4, Mode = Aperture Priority, ISO 100, 1/160, ƒ/1.4, (35mm = 35)] Creating a portfolio should be about showing what you can do so that others can decide to hire…
Calibrating the Face for Portraits
Christi Lamb [NIKON Z 6, 85.0 mm f/1.8, Mode = Manual, ISO 50, 1/125, ƒ/4, (35mm = 85)] Every semester I go down to Columbus, Georgia, and help Columbus State University Theatre majors by doing…
No Longer Just Pictures
I have been reflecting on the work I am doing, what I used to do and what I think I will be doing in the years ahead. If I had the same skills ten years…
My thoughts on Photographing Sports
Duke’s running back (21) and Mataeo Durant fumble the ball due to the defensive pressure of Alabama’s defensive back (22) and Jalyn Armour-Davis during the Chick-fil-A Kickoff on Saturday, August 31st at Mercedes Benz Stadium…
Camera Setting Tips for better photos
I taught These photo tips to staff camp photographers for WinShape Camps located in Rome, Georgia. Here are some camera settings that we all made on the cameras. Nikon D5 Auto ISO setiup · Quality…
The KISS Rule
Portrait Tip Do you like taking photos of your family and friends? Here is an easy way to get perfect portraits of them. This is keeping it simple. [NIKON D4, 85.0 mm f/1.4, Mode =…
How to Meet the Priorities of Your Boss/Client
When someone asks you for $40, you don't tell them OK if you only have $20. You tell them you have $20 if you want to share. So why can't you tell them when your…