September 2nd, 2010 by Allison Gibson Posted in Blog
Canon has kicked off its “Why Do You Love Football?” amateur photo contest, which invites photographers to show Canon and the NFL why you love football. According to Canon, all you have to do to enter is “grab your camera and show us why YOU love youth football. Enter up to ten photos and your best shot could win you a trip to Super Bowl XLV and the Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony!” For more information, and to enter, visit usa.canon.com/nfl. Good luck!
September 2nd, 2010 by Allison Gibson Posted in Blog
Lynne Eodice, editor of Digital Photographer and author of Photos That Inspire Photo Workshop, will be teaching another edition of her online course on photography basics entitled “How to Shoot Inspiring Images.” This four-week course will be available through BetterPhoto.com on September 8, 2010, so reserve your spot now!
Course Description:
This course is designed to teach the beginning photographer about the D-SLR and have fun doing it. We’ll begin by examining lens choices, ISO settings, and what the various camera buttons and dials mean. From there, we’ll move on to f-stops and shutter speeds, and how to utilize them for creative control. You’ll learn how to see the way the camera does, and utilize various rules of composition for best results. Then put it all together by shooting your favorite subjects. There will be tips and techniques throughout this course that will assist those new to D-SLR photography, and will help you create striking images. Click here for more information and to sign up.
Images © Lynne Eodice
September 2nd, 2010 by Allison Gibson Posted in Blog
September 1st, 2010 by Allison Gibson Posted in Blog, Cameras, News
Sony has announced two new additions to their pocket camcorder lineup—the sleek-looking MHS-TS20 and MHS-TS10 Bloggie Touch cameras. The Bloggie Touch camcorders offer full 1920×1080 high definition MP4 video recording, 12.8MP photos and a 3-inch capacitive touch screen. The Bloggie Touch cameras also come with an Exmor CMOS sensor and an F2.8 wide angle lens. The MHS-TS20 and MHS-TS10 offer 8GB and 4GB of embedded memory, which amounts to about four hours of high definition movie recording. They will be available for $200 (8GB) and $180 (4GB) in October. More images and info from Sony below.
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September 1st, 2010 by Allison Gibson Posted in Blog, DOMKE ProPack 414 Camera Bag, Giveaways
Digital Photographer is giving away a DOMKE ProPack 414 camera bag to one lucky photographer (a $249.99 value). Enter now for your chance to win!
About the DOMKE ProPack 414:
When you’re traveling or carrying a large assortment of gear, these traditional DOMKE photo backpacks are just what’s needed. The DOMKE ProPack 414 is large enough to carry a pro DSLR and a long lens, plus plenty of room for all your other accessories.
Keeping with Domke tradition, these new backpacks are canvas, have plenty of pocket room, and a removable insert. Movable and removable dividers allow you to configure the bag any way you like. Both bags are large enough to take a Pro DSLR camera with long lenses with plenty of space for addition lenses, flashed, cords, chargers and any other accessories you might need.
Facts and Figures:
• Tripod holder
• 3 Large front pockets and interior pockets
• Padded straps and sternum and waist straps for easy carrying
• YKK zippers
• Comfortable top handle to grab and go
• Laptop sections
• D-rings and webbing straps to add additional pouches.
Dimensions:
External 14.5” W x 9.5” D x 14” H
Interior 11”W x 6”D x 12”H
Plus Laptop Area
How to Enter:
Beginning at 12:00 pm (noon) Pacific Time on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, there are two ways to enter the giveaway. You may do either or both (one time each).
1. Leave a comment on this post telling us what you like about the DOMKE ProPack 414.
2. Spread the word about our giveaway on Twitter. Here’s a suggested tweet, but you can be creative: Win a cool DOMKE DSLR camera bag from Digital Photographer! http://digiphotomag.com
Then, leave a comment on this post with a link to your tweet.
A winner will be chosen at random—via random.org.
Rules:
No purchase required to enter. Winner of the giveaway will be awarded a DOMKE ProPack 414 camera bag (black) with an estimated retail value of $249.99 dollars. Giveaway is open to legal U.S. residents 18 or older residing in the 48 continental United States (includes DC). Void where prohibited. Employees (and their immediate families and households) of JMillerMedia are not eligible. Giveaway entries will be accepted until Wednesday, September 22 at 12:00 pm (noon) Pacific Time. Winning entry must provide a valid email address (Digital Photographer will never sell or rent your email to third parties). We will notify the winner by email on or before Thursday, September 23, 2010. The winner will have 72 hours to respond to us with their name and valid U.S. mailing address. If this information is not received within 72 hours, a new winner will be chosen. Odds of winning depend on number of entries received. Sponsor: Digital Photographer
September 1st, 2010 by Allison Gibson Posted in Blog
August 31st, 2010 by Allison Gibson Posted in Blog
Old wreck left to rust
© CJsarp
August 30th, 2010 by Allison Gibson Posted in Blog
August 29th, 2010 by Allison Gibson Posted in Blog
kiva – Defiance House, retouched
© WaywardSuns
August 28th, 2010 by Allison Gibson Posted in Blog
