Sigma is continuing to extend its Art series with the new 85mm f/1.4 (link is external). The long-awaited lens received lots of attention when it was first announced at Photokina 2016.
I had a chance to try out this great lens at Photokina, but of course I needed to examine the results on a computer and look at 100% cropped images. As soon as... more (link is external)
Creativity. Its something Ive been toying with in my own mind for the last couple of years. The question of how can I develop and grow my work/art? is a problem that I think plagues most creative people. With creativity, there arent essentially any simple answers.
I recently came across an interview with marketer Seth Godin and photographer Chase Jarvis on Creative Live (below). A few of the things Seth spoke with regards to creativity really resonated and... more (link is external)
Everybody knows tilt-shift lenses can be used to get a “miniature” effect, but many photographers are oblivious to their other, more traditional applications, and even fewer understand exactly how these lenses work. The folks at... more (link is external)
Within this category, you'll find some of the most capable cameras the industry has to offer. The Semi-Pro name doesn't indicate that they're below the consideration of professionals, though. Quite the opposite: it means that their price and performance makes them attractive to a range of enthusiasts, photographers who make some money from their shoots and professionals who earn their livelihood with their camera.
While most of new 1" sensor enthusiast cameras have been on the shorter end of the focal length spectrum, there are now quite a few long zoom models, as well. Whether you want something pocketable or want to shoot for the moon (pun intended), you'll find it in this group.
Canon uses a red ring on its L series lenses to signify quality. Leica just turned an entire lens red. It just unveiled a new limited edition version of the APO-Summicron-M 50 mm f/2 ASPH, the first ever Leica lens to come in a red finish.
“The worlds sharpest standard lens will be available in a special edition red anodized finish,” Leica says.
If Lensbaby's dreamy signature look is eye candy, then the Trio 28 is its Neapolitan ice cream. Designed for mirrorless cameras, it puts three creative lenses in one place, offering the creative effects of the company's Twist, Velvet and Sweet optics. Rotating the lens switches between the effects, so there's no need to swap lenses or optics, but it does mean you're stuck with a... more (link is external)
We’ve all seen photographs before of light trails through various forms of light paintingcars passing by, flashlights, pixelsticks, wool spinning, etc. But have you ever seen someone use fire inside a gym to create light trails?
That’s the idea behind my latest shoot.
My gear used for this shoot
Nikon D810, Sigma 24mm 1.8
(2) Interfit S1’s with full stop CTO gel, along with Interfit’s remote trigger
