video: episode 8 , building a diy pinhole camera , 35mm style
This tutorial covers how to make a pinhole camera. Building a pinhole camera is one of the most satisfying projects I’ve undertaken as a photographer, because despite major technological advances in photography, I still enjoy getting back to the basics….
video: episode 7, the professional photographer’s grip kit
Okay, so what do we take on a photo shoot BESIDES camera gear? Here it is: Subscribers view video here.
video: episode 6 , professional photography lighting tips for the DIY studio
In episode 6 : create product photo backgrounds with no shadows and multiple colors using simple lighting equipment. Subscribers view video on the website. Here are the images, a little larger, with a bit more info. It’s a challenge posting…
video: episode 5, DSLR camera meters and digital imaging histograms
Can you always trust your camera’s light meter? The answer is all in the histogram… (subscribers, video may be viewed on the website): Here are some selected books on the topic of photographic exposure. Reference photographs used in the video…
video: episode 4 , the mother of all stick in a can lighting vids
Let’s take the DIY lighting videos a step farther than in part 1: it’s time for a bigger setup and what I like to call “the mother of all stick-in-a-can videos”. You’ll know why once you watch it. I’ve realized…
video: episode 3 , tour the studio
First of all, massive thanks to Strobist and Microstock Diaries for giving this blog a shout! To everyone that’s just recently linked in, I appreciate having you here. We obviously all share a love of photography and everything photography-related and…
video: episode 1 , DIY studio product photography
An introduction to my favorite basic lighting equipment including the “stick in a can” and simple clamp lights from a hardware store.
video: episode 2 , lighting glassware in the studio
Let’s use some very simple lighting to shoot glassware in the studio:
video – monarchy, annie leibovitz
Yesterday I wrote about preparing a portrait setup in advance, which is especially important when dealing with busy people. This 8 minute video shows celebrity photographer Annie Leibovitz working with one of the busiest (and most important) subjects in the…
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