Monthly Archives: September 2013

How To Take Ridiculously Unique Photos ~ Steven McConnell

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Pat Haugen

Some different ideas here.  Worth a look to have something to think about. How do you make your photography more meaningful, moving and unique? Lately, I’ve been fascinated with the idea that our motivations significantly  influence the quality of photography … Continue reading →

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Natural Light: Making the Most of Hard Light

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Pat Haugen

By Andrew Gibson In a previous article I explored ways of taking  photos in soft light. Today, I’d like to look at the opposite of that, and  discuss the idea of taking photos in hard light. In the earlier piece … Continue reading →

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Portrait Retouching for the Artistically Challenged ~ Lee Varis

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Pat Haugen

Wednesday September 18 at 10am You will see advanced techniques for: Removing blotchy red skin and evening out skin color without painting or cloning Lightening dark skin and darkening light skin Precision dodging and burning to minimize wrinkles without disrupting … Continue reading →

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Creative Live Photo Week by Bay Photo – Free Live Instruction

Posted on September 8, 2013 by Pat Haugen

Join      Jim Garner, Sal Cincotta, Zach and Jody Gray, and 48 more instructors across three live channels for one of the most ambitious events the photography industry has ever seen. Tune in all week to learn game-changing skills as you … Continue reading →

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Sony Lens Cameras get official: Be a photographer with any smartphone

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Pat Haugen

http://feedly.com/k/14jp2zr Sony wants to get serious when it comes to smartphone photography, and today they’ve officially announced their brand new “Lens Cameras” that can attach to any smartphone. We know basically everything already at this point, and previous leaks were … Continue reading →

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The Magic of Natural Light: Twilight ~ Andrew Gibson

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Pat Haugen

One of my favourite times for taking photos is at twilight. Especially during  the spring and summer, the seasons when the light is at its most magical at this  time of evening. I’ve always liked the idea that great photography … Continue reading →

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103 Things I’ve Learned About Street Photography

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Pat Haugen

by Eric Kim A good photo asks more questions than provides answers 35mm as a focal length is generally ideal for most street photographers.  28mm is too wide (most people don’t get close enough) and 50mm is too  tight. My … Continue reading →

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August Newsletter

Posted on September 3, 2013 by Bill Brown

The Camera Club’s August Newsletter is now available on the Club Website August 2013 Ladysmith Camera Club Newsletter Also remember to check out the Gallery to see the latest images from the August Meeting http://ladysmithcameraclub.com/photo-galleries/

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Gallery Obscura ~ Something Different!

Posted on September 3, 2013 by Pat Haugen

Check out http://www.obscuragallery.com/gallery/exhibitions/current-exhibitions/ for the included artists and images.  I found  Ronak Moussavi’s “The Melbourne You Miss”  perspectives the most interesting followed by Brent Rosenberg’s “Natural Geometric” as a way to expand imaging.

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