Not much to say tonight, so will show off my photographs from this morning's walk up into Blackwood. I have visited this location before, but that was with my old Canon 400D and some old stock lens. This time I went with my Canon 50D and 70-300mm f4 telephoto lens. Certainly makes a difference. That... Continue Reading →
Geek Stuff I Wish I Got for Xmas 2011
Here are the geek stuff I would have liked to have gotten for Christmas: If I ever get the Apple iPhone, here is the cover I'd like ... to make it look like a camera! Wood Camera iPhone Case Because I love cameras, the photojojo store has every camera gadget I'd like: Candid Photography Spy Lens... Continue Reading →
An Evening with Kristen Weaver
Last night (05.Sept.2011), I had the good fortune to hear Kristen Weaver speak about the last two years of her photographic journey - between amateur and photographic stardom! I arrrived at the venue about 6pm, but PW's were not opening the doors until 6.45pm. So I stood and waited. The reason I tell you this is because it... Continue Reading →
Faulting the Plastic Holga Lens
I bought a little Holga lens thinking it would producing interesting effects. Hmmm, I ain't so sure anymore. What, I hear you cry, this lens is the latest biggest craze on the market! People are buying it left right and center, and shooting interesting images the world over. But I don't find many of the... Continue Reading →
Breaking and Replacing a Lens
I put my Canon EF 50mm f1.8 II and Canon 580EXII flash-gun upon my Canon 50D , and the whole config atop my Manfrotto Tripod . At that moment, it all made sense, and a photograph of interest was planned. Then I stepped away momentarily. That was my downfall. Surprisingly I saw it fall in... Continue Reading →
Definition of Five Photography ‘Light’ Acronyms
It's that time of the week again: Five Photography Definitions. Last week we read through a couple of semi-important and silly acronyms, but this week I have chosen acronyms that all relate to the same subject: Light. That wonderful element that makes or breaks our work. Check 'em out.... All sites through which the definitions... Continue Reading →
9 Articles Loaded with Photographic Tips
It's always good to go through one's archives and history to see where the journey started - and to see if everything is still on track. Over the last few years I have written a LOT of articles giving simple advice about photography. Mostly I link back to my own work, showing the world where... Continue Reading →
A Photo-Opportunity on New-Years-Eve!
Some days life takes unexpected directions! Last night at 5.14pm I left a message on Twitter and Facebook that read ... "In this heat, leave the house? I ain't going anywhere! Forget the pubs, I am going to enjoy a few drinks at home in front the open fridge." It was 42 degrees for a... Continue Reading →
Top Search Engine Keywords Driving Traffic to My Blog
"Caught!" Framed Art PrintDesigned and sold by stephentrepreneur It would appear that the best way to stop boredom from setting in is to take up photography with the world's largest lens. Make sure you get the coolest Canon accessories, particularly a camera shoulder strap - home made or professional. Whether you buy Canon or Nikon,... Continue Reading →
The Entrepreneurial Life of Stephen Mitchell 