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Still Imagery, Lost Observations
I go by a few names. Not for mystery’s sake, but because each one holds a different version of me. JC the Kid is the part of me that remembers— late-night drives, quiet moments, conversations I never finished. That name lives where nostalgia and curiosity collide. It’s the voice behind the lens. The one still … Continue reading Still Imagery, Lost Observations
Sony 16-55mm f/2.8 G vs. Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8: The APS-C Zoom Lens Showdown
When it comes to APS-C zoom lenses for the Sony a6700, two major contenders stand out: • Sony 16-55mm f/2.8 G – Sony’s flagship APS-C zoom lens • Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN – A compact, affordable alternative Both lenses are constant f/2.8 zooms, making them ideal for low light, portraits, street photography, and general … Continue reading Sony 16-55mm f/2.8 G vs. Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8: The APS-C Zoom Lens Showdown
First Fridays – Emily Bennett
Social MediaInstagram: emilybennettphotoThreads: emilybennettphotoFacebook: Emily Bennett Photo Our very first First Fridays featured artist is a photographer out of Arizona. Emily has been a photographer for 4 years now. Emily started photography the same way a lot of us do, taking pictures of our family! That very quickly lead to her love of capturing moments … Continue reading First Fridays – Emily Bennett
How to practice photography at home
I get this question a lot. J how do you practice? I have a simple exercise you can do that I wish I learned sooner. First off you need to learn about the photography triangle. This is iso, shutter speed, and aperture or sometimes called f stop. All three of this things have very different … Continue reading How to practice photography at home
Do you have G.A.S.
No not that kind of gas. G.A.S. other wise known as Gear Acquisition Syndrome is the act of buying new gear often. Most commonly thinking it will make you better. Most of the time you just end up with gear you never use. Why is that some wonder. Well, frankly, its because it doesn’t “make … Continue reading Do you have G.A.S.
WORKFLOW!!!
This is something that I get asked about often. Hey J, how do you go from camera to delivered? It will sound like a ton of steps but it is pretty simple. I am positive some of you will read this and think “hmmm… there is a simpler way.” I agree, I am sure there … Continue reading WORKFLOW!!!
What is CCF editing?
I tend to edit my images in the CCF format. CCF stands for Correct Color Finish. Lets break that down. The first thing I do when I open up a raw image in Lightroom is Correct. What this means is I make basic edits in the “Lights” tab. The Lights tab is Exposure, Contrast, Highlights, … Continue reading What is CCF editing?
Megapixels do not matter!
J why are you so controversial? Let me explain. There are times and reasons that megapixels matter. But not the way you think. We are sold on the idea that if a camera has “more” megapixels it is better. Consumers really buy into this. A question I get a lot when I’m asked for a … Continue reading Megapixels do not matter!
18 years in the game and I am a beginner
I have been doing photography for 18 years. I am still a beginner. Let me explain. In 2005 my son was born and I decided I would buy a point and shoot camera to take pics of him. And that’s all it was. Point shoot goodness! But over time I started trying to be more … Continue reading 18 years in the game and I am a beginner
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