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Finding Inspiration in Simple Things: Overcoming Creative Slumps
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Same Scene, Different Vision: Film & Digital Photography
Explore the unique visual stories behind two images of a bouquet in a purple vase, captured with different cameras and processing techniques. #photography
FOCUS: A Study In Creative Vision
In a winter photography excursion armed with a Sigma SD1 camera and a challenging 500mm lens, the goal was to create an image that combined precision, abstraction, and the artistic potential of the Foveon sensor.
Twelve Plus Two
What a curious title, “Twelve Plus Two,” for this image, wouldn’t you agree? Learn how I turned a 4×5 black & white negative into a unique colored palette of my choosing.
The Custard Castle: Nostalgic Memories and Neon Lights
Experience the warm glow of the Custard Castle at sunset, a nostalgic beacon of sweet memories and timeless charm.
The Cutting Room Floor: A Creative Exploration Story
This article explores the rationale behind utilizing high-megapixel cameras or merging multiple images of a scene to produce a high-megapixel composite.
Shading and Enhancing: The Matte Box Advantage
I discovered that a matte box, typically used with DSLR and video cameras, can also be an excellent accessory for other camera types, like panoramic and large-format cameras.
Ethical Considerations in Film Photography
Whether using film or digital photography, ethical considerations come into play. This article addresses ethical considerations concerning film photography.
Capturing Clarity: A Guide to MTF Charts and Lens Sharpness
Modulation Transfer Function (MTF) is used to describe how well a lens captures and reproduces details. This article explores the factors contributing to a high MTF.
SINAR CAMERAS
Discover the Sinar Norma, a legendary modular view camera born in 1947. Simple, precise, and elegant—still my top choice for studio work in the digital age.
Balancing Light: A Simple Guide to Pinhole Exposure
Learn how to determine perfect exposure for pinhole photography using a light meter reading and a simple conversion factor—no gadgets required.