Very First Time Lapse Sequence
Our very first time lapse sequence taken in the Blue Mountains gives a basic feel for how to approach time lapse and what to do better next time. The video is not perfect but a start.
Battery Grip for your DSLR
Battery grip is such a useful accessory for your DSLR that once you start to use it, its very hand to go back.
Photo Backup with your iPad
In this tutorial, we explore how an iPad can be used as a backup device for your photos when you are on the go and travelling.
Protect your DSLR LCD from Smears Scratches
The most common issue I've seen with the DSLR LCD screen is that it will get smears of your hands and finger prints very easily. It also attracts any small amount of oil excreted by the skin and constantly getting it of off is annoying. You can go an get an after market plastic screen protectors and put them on your screen but they will also suffer from scratching and smears. One method is to use a protector screen that is available for mobile phones such as HTC and iPhone. These come in various different styles. I got the one that not only protects the screen but also prevents glare. I...
Panoramic and HDR marker Start/Finish
As much fun it is taking Panoramic and HDR photos it is often a challenge once you get them downloaded on your computer to recognise the start and finish of a sequence. So how to define a start and a finish marker, well it's quite easy and simple. This is something one may not realise on their own but once you learn it, it's on the tip of your fingers. Did you guess it yet? No? Its your fingers. So before you start a Panoramic or HDR sequence simply take a shot with your finger or fingers or hand in the frame. That define the start of a sequence and at the end take another shot with the same...
Amazing example of Time-lapse Photography
Brilliant example of time lapse photography by Terje Sorgjerd. Visit his Facebook Page at http://www.facebook.com/TSOPhotography The Mountain from Terje Sorgjerd on Vimeo.
Lensbaby Composer – Part 1
Lensbaby Composer is a DSLR lens that is made up of a ball and socket configuration that gives you the ability to selectively set the point of focus. You simply tilt the Composer to the desired position to move the focus point. It comes with a Double Glass Optic as standard optic but you can swap the optic with others such as Single Glass Optic, Plastic Optic and Soft Focus Optic. I ordered my kit and got it about 3 weeks later. Found it cheaper to buy direct from Lensbaby then buying it from a local store in Sydney, and with the strong Aussie dollar makes sense to buy it direct from the US....
Shoot Extreme Macro without Macro Lens
Discover how to shoot extreme macro without a macro lens. Use a reverse mount ring to convert your standard DSLR lens to a macro lens. It’s a quick and effective way that lets you experience macro photography. If you like and want to pursue it further then you should get a Macro Lens.
Set Owner Name in your DSLR
Quick tip: Set your Owner Name in your DSLR Camera and have it embedded into your photos
Inspired by Water Drops
Inspired to shoot water drops, we go out in the rain and shoot some photos. The results are pretty good.