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The Portfolio + Workshop II.with Ray Santana, Kenny Kim, Dave Cross & Jim Garner one of Seattle's best. Here are some photos from the first Portfolio + Workshop enjoy !!

What can I tell you other then it's gonna "ROCK". So Major goodtimes coming...

More info click here.

Nik Software Viveza 2

2009-10-23T16:05:00.000-04:00

Nik Software Viveza 2

Announcing Viveza 2

Key Features:
U Point powered Color Control Points for precise, selective photo editing

NEW: global image adjustments, including levels & curves, make Viveza the only tool needed to enhance color and tonality in a photograph.

NEW: Structure control providing fine detail and texture enhancements.

NEW: Shadow Recovery control providing high quality lightening of shadows that can be applied either selectively or to the entire image.

Improved color control points, with improved interaction, color rendering, and precision of selections.

Improved timesaving user interface, including easier-to-grab slider controls, slider favorites, multiple zoom states, keyboard nudging, and multiple undo levels.

NEW: Copy & Paste enables quick duplication of control points for more complex image enhancements

NEW: Define your favorite sliders to provide a more streamlined interface.

NEW: 64-bit compatibility with 64-bit versions of the Windows operating system mean the software can access more RAM for working on larger files.

NEW: Built-in interactive help and online video tutorials provide free training to ensure users get the most out of the software.

EOS-1D Mark IV

2009-10-22T15:54:00.001-04:00

EOS-1D Mark IV

The Next Chapter of EOS.

Offering a comprehensive combination of speed, accuracy and image quality, the EOS-1D Mark IV is the perfect choice for professional photographers and

subjects on the move. With a completely redesigned 45-point AF system including 39 cross-type points, a new AI Servo II AF focus tracking system with improved algorithm combined with 10 fps continuous shooting, the EOS-1D Mark IV can handle even high-speed situations with ease. An APS-H sized 16.1 Megapixel CMOS Sensor, Dual DIGIC 4 Image Processors, a spectacular ISO

range of 100 - 12800 (up to 102400 in H3 mode) with an advanced noise reduction system helps ensure sharp, low-noise images even in low-light situations. Add advanced Live View shooting, Full HD movie recording with

selectable frame rates and manual exposure control plus a host of new features that enhance every facet of the shooting process. The EOS-1D Mark IV is the choice of professionals looking for the ultimate in SLR performance.

Nikon D3s

2009-10-13T00:18:00.001-04:00

Nikon D3s

Nikon-original FX-format CMOS Sensor
Newly engineered for striking image fidelity and low-noise, optimizing pixel size and count in a 12.1-megapixel sensor to produce extraordinarily rich files.
Low Noise ISO Sensitivity from 200 to 12,800
Renowned low-noise performance at 12,800, plus expanded settings to an astounding ISO 102,400 (equivalent) and ISO 100 (equivalent).
Continuous Shooting Up to 9 FPS
Secure exacting moments in time with an expanded buffer, allowing continuous capture of up to 82 JPEG (fine) or 36 14-bit NEF (RAW) images.
HD Video Capture
Record smooth 24 fps HD video, leveraging low-noise D3S image quality along with high fidelity stereo sound capability.
One-button Live View with Two Shooting Modes
Two modes for studio or remote shooting—Tripod Mode offers 27x magnification for precise focus confirmation.
3-Inch Super-density 921,000-dot VGA LCD MonitorD3S monitors are individually calibrated during assembly to assure accuracy.
Dynamic Integrated Dust Reduction System
Ultrasonic process combats the accumulation of dust on the optical low-pass filter, safeguarding image quality.
Nikon EXPEED Image Processing
Drives breathtakingly rich image fidelity, low-noise and fast image processing.
Fast, Accurate 51-Point AF System
4 Dynamic modes and 15 cross-type sensors deliver AF precision and razor sharpness.

Adobe gives a sneak peek into 'Photoshop CS5'

2009-10-09T10:14:00.005-04:00

Adobe gives a sneak peek into 'Photoshop CS5'

What's to come...

DAVIS WORKSHOPS with Bob & Dawn Davis

2009-09-19T08:42:00.013-04:00

DAVIS WORKSHOPS with Bob & Dawn Davis.

Leave your pens and pencils behind, we'll supply those

and bring what you love.

your cameras!

More info click here...

Triple Scoop Music

2009-09-08T10:10:00.007-04:00

Triple Scoop Music ( http://TripleScoopMusic.com ) is the acclaimed music resource founded specifically to help professional photographers and videographers. TSM offers award winning music by an impressive list of independent artists, including Grammy & Emmy winners. There are thousands world-class songs on the Triple Scoop Music website. The service caters to the unique needs of professional photographers and is fun & easy to use: Each hand-picked song comes with a royalty-free license for websites, wedding and event videos, photo slideshows, podcasts and more. This allows photographers and multimedia professionals worldwide to easily find great songs and use the music legally for marketing and promoting their work and growing their business! Learn why Triple Scoop Music is endorsed by the world’s top photographers: http://TripleScoopMusic.com

The Seven Workshop New Orleans

2009-09-03T19:53:00.002-04:00

The Seven Workshop New Orleans with Mike Colón.
Description: The Seven Most Important Topics in Wedding Photography:

1. Technical - How to get consistently accurate exposures in changing lighting situations

2. Style & Post Production - How to create images with impact that will stand the test of time

3. Marketing - Mike's proven strategy that will take your business to new heights

4. Pricing - Setting yourself up to get ahead in life

5. Selling - From the first point of contact, how to close the deal

6. Products - An introduction to all the right products that will make your work shine

7. Portfolio - A live bridal shoot with professional models in designer gowns

We will end our amazing day together with good food and fellowship. Lunch is also included.
more info click here...

Canon 7D

2009-08-29T09:18:00.001-04:00

Canon 7D maybe coming soon...

1. 18MP APSC CMOS2. Dual DIGIC 4
3. 8 FPS (94 FINE JPEG/ 15 RAW)
4. New eight-directional double cross central AF point, total 19 cross AF points
5. ISO 100-6400 (Exp 12800)
6. 100% 1.0X magni VF with intelligent display, horizon assist7. New iFCL metering (exposure and colour)
8. 3′ 920K Version II LCD, 160 deg viewing
9. Full HD video (w external mic input n HDMI output)
10. Live view w Face-priority AF
11. New switch for Live View/Video mode
12. Aero-dynamic body design, metallic shutter sound, 150K shutter life
13. New 24mm built-in flash, supports EOS intelligent speedlite system
14. A.L.O
15. P.I.C
16. Picture style
17. EOS Integrated Dust Removal system

New boda V3

2009-08-28T15:11:00.008-04:00

Just wanted to give you guys out there a taste of what's to come from my good friend Jim Garner & his New boda v3 it just Rocks !!

5 more bags + a Jr coming. I will be doing a cool fun HD video this week on this "sick" looking bag...Major goodtimes coming

TOTALLY RAD ACTIONS !!

2009-08-26T21:07:00.003-04:00

Totally Rad Dirty Pictures v1.0 Actions. They Rock !!

Check them out click here...

Apple Snow Leopard

2009-08-24T14:55:00.002-04:00

Snow Leopard out on August 28th...

check it out click here...

The Seven Workshop

2009-08-14T14:48:00.000-04:00

The Seven Workshop.

The Seven Workshop with Mike Colón.

check it out click here...

Cool Video - Cover Creation

2009-08-07T12:54:00.003-04:00

Check out this cool video on how they shot the cover for MacWorld Magazine...

Cover creation from Peter Belanger on Vimeo.

The Portfolio + Workshop

2009-08-06T09:08:00.008-04:00

The Portfolio + Workshop with Ray Santana, Kenny Kim, & [b]ecker one of California's best.

What can I tell you other then it's gonna "ROCK". So major goodtimes coming...
More info click here.

NIKON NEW GEAR !!

2009-07-30T10:55:00.006-04:00

Ok some New Gear from Nikon...

AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II

Fast aperture, f/2.8 zoom features VR II image stabilization, ED glass and Nano Crystal Coat. Excels at low-light sports, fashion, portraits and more.

Nikon D300s Extraordinary still and HD video imaging performance converge in the fast and agile 12.3-megapixel, DX-format D300S, delivering D-SLR versatility.

AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II

An ideal one-lens solution for DX-format D-SLRs, features 11x zoom versatility, ED glass superiority and VR II image stabilization for incredible performance.

DSLR Camera Remote for iPhone comes to life in v1.1

2009-07-28T10:16:00.006-04:00


DSLR Camera Remote for iPhone comes to life in v1.1

When onOne Software's DLSR Camera Remote 1.0 emerged in May, we saw the iPhone app for controlling Canon digital SLR cameras as an interesting proof of concept that wasn't quite ready for the sorts of remote work we do. From klunky handling of image pairs shot on RAW+JPEG to difficulties triggering Canons using certain PocketWizard configurations, not to mention a lack of support for the Nikon gear I personally use for most remote installations these days, the initial version of DSLR Camera Remote was something to keep an eye on, but not yet something to build into a workflow here.

Canon

Canon EOS Rebel XT/350D
Canon EOS Rebel XTi/400D
Canon EOS Rebel XS/1000D
Canon EOS Rebel XSi/450D
Canon EOS Rebel T1i/500D
Canon EOS 20D
Canon EOS 30D
Canon EOS 40D
Canon EOS 50D
Canon EOS 5D
Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Canon EOS-1D Mark II
Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II
Canon EOS-1D Mark III
Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III

Nikon

Nikon D40
Nikon D40X
Nikon D60
Nikon D80
Nikon D90
Nikon D5000
Nikon D200
Nikon D300
Nikon D700
Nikon D3
Nikon D3X

more info click here...

Color Inc Pro Lab

2009-07-10T11:17:00.011-04:00

At Color Inc, our focus is to give each and every photographer a chance to experience excellence. With this tucked away in our brains, we have made customer service the foundation of our business and our number one priority.

Sure, we like to think that we offer the best prints in the world! Our crisp vibrant colors speak for themselves, and the FujiFilm Pro Paper helps. And we know that photographers are savvy enough to jump right into our ROES software and order up 100 free 4x6's (use promo code:PPH709 if you do!) So we'll save the sermon and let you decide if you are ready to experience excellence.

more info Color Inc Pro Lab.com

NIKON D4 COMING SOON !!

2009-07-10T10:03:00.003-04:00

Nikon D4 coming soon... First on PROPHOTOHUB.COM

Nikon D4
15.7MP (more sensitive and with less noise)
Up to 16fps with “double exposure”
ISO 200-12800 (plus extended range)
61-point AF
1080p video at 30fps
CLS control (although no flash is mentioned)

Nikon D4x

30.2MP
ISO 100 - 6400
6fps
1080p video at 30fps

more to come...

Ideal Positions

2009-07-08T14:11:00.012-04:00

Ideal Positions specializes in TOP SEARCH ENGINE PLACEMENT on Yahoo! and Google, the two largest search engine networks in the world. We GUARANTEE that your website will remain within one of the FIRST THREE POSITIONS ON YAHOO! AND ALWAYS ON THE FIRST PAGE ON GOOGLE!"

Call Scott or Joe on our toll-free line at (866) 609-3483.

more info click here Ideal Positions.com

Grace Ormonde Benefit Shoot for Thirst in Tanzania !!

2009-07-07T15:46:00.011-04:00

Thirst Relief Trip to TANZANIA AFRICA with an awesome Cast of photographers from across the country...First stop Dubai then Tanzania Africa.

Andrew Bryant

Ben Harrison

David Burke

David Edmonson

Jason Thon

Jeff LaPlante

Jim Davis-Hicks

Luke Edmonson

Melissa Jill

Phillip Glickman

Ray Santana

Shane Melenbacker

Mike Colón

Auction winners Laura Parker and Michelle Walker! We also have our video team, JP and Kennedy Pierce, models Alexa and Alana and our host in Tanzania Ann Ziems... Major goodtimes

Top 4 workshops to go to !!

2009-07-01T12:13:00.002-04:00

Top 4 Photographers that have changed the way we shoot weddings today...

Mike Colón , Becker, Bob Davis , David Beckstead...

If there is a workshop that you have been thinking on going to these are the guys...

More info on them and their work / workshops click on their links.

DAVIS LOVE STORY WORKSHOP WITH BOB & DAWN DAVIS

2009-06-26T15:36:00.016-04:00

DAVIS LOVE STORY WORKSHOP

Dawn & I know that these economic times are very hard right now. Which means there has never been a better time to invest in yourself, in your craft, and in your business. When our workshop attendees invest in us, we take that seriously.When the workshop is over, and you still have questions, we are accessible. It’s not over for us. We want you to succeed.

Photography is the study of light, as photographers we have to create images in all types of environments. Often times in places with poor lighting. In our workshop you’ll become enlightened. You’ll learn how to create the light you want using Speedlites. Speedlites are those small Canon, Nikon, or any other on camera type of strobe. We will share our approach for quality of light rather than quantity. Using Speedlites and all types of light modifiers from basic bounce and evolving the light to studio quality using Westcott 54” x72″ Softbox. From basic flash to multiple wireless flash techniques that we use on every assignment.

You’ll come away from this workshop with a new found confidence to create the light you want in any environment. To quote my first picture editor Bob Kotalik at the Chicago Sun-Times “Come back with a good picture or don’t come back at all. We can’t publish an excuse.

more info click here...

ProPhotHub.com CONTEST !!

2009-06-18T14:52:00.018-04:00

Free Alien Skin Software Exposure 2 !! A $250.00 software free.

All you have to do is GUESS how many photos I take @ this Sundays Florida Marlins vs New York Yankees game ?? That's all... I will give you a guess between 1 & 14,574 ?? :)

You have till Tuesday the 23rd

@ Midnight...Closest or exact number wins.

YOU HAVE TO BE A PHOTOGRAPHER AND HAVE A WORKING WEBSITE OR PHOTO BLOG !!

Major goodtimes...

Kingston Data Traveler 200

2009-06-16T10:29:00.006-04:00

Kingston Data Traveler 200.

Kingston has just announced the world’s first 128-Gigabyte USB Flash drive.

more info click here...

Nikon D3X Camera of the Year !!

2009-06-15T13:16:00.003-04:00

AMERICAN PHOTO CAMERA OF THE YEAR.

Nikon D3X.

Great Photography Magazines !!

2009-06-15T11:54:00.005-04:00

Great Photography Magazines you should check out...

SHUTTERBUG

DIGITALPHOTOPRO

AMERICANPHOTO

PHOTOSHOPUSER

Abode Photoshop Lightroom ??

2009-06-12T10:42:00.003-04:00

New things in the works for Adobe Lightroom 2.0 stay tuned...

Nik Software 15% Discount PROMO CODE

2009-05-26T21:06:00.015-04:00

Nik Software 15% Discount PROMO CODE.

Nik Software is offering friends of PROPHOTOHUB a 15% discount on all their

softwares !!

Here are just some of their amazing softwares.

The PROMO CODE is PHOTOHUB09

Nik Software

KENNY KIM RESOURCES FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS

2009-05-23T11:44:00.005-04:00

My good friend Kenny Kim has just put up another great site for photography resources.

Check it out!!

Photography Workshop With Kenny Kim

2009-05-19T14:48:00.009-04:00

Discovering Italy: Photography Workshop With Kenny Kim

Buon Giorno! I recently had a chance to visit Italy for two weeks. During this time, I was mesmerized and blown away by the numerous treasures that Italy had to offer. It was such an enriching experience and during this time, I kept repeating to myself, “If I could only share with others what I am seeing right now...” This motivated me to finally come up with a workshop of my own. This is not a typical “sit down in a classroom setting” type of workshop. You will be traveling with me to various parts of Italy immersing yourself in their culture and learning about their way of life. Best of all, we get to capture all this with our cameras!

dates are: September 14-21, 2009

For more information & to register, visit: http://store.kennykim.com/italy/

Thirst Relief

2009-05-19T14:40:00.004-04:00

Thirst Relief

Good things coming...

more info click here

Gene Higa and Jose Villa Tuscany-Workshop

2009-05-14T14:50:00.007-04:00

Italy is a dream .. A perfect place to conduct a workshop, the lighting is so warm, the surroundings are stunning and the people are so genuine.

Gene Higa and Jose Villa are excited to bring to you this awesome opportunity to join them in a 3 day Wedding Photography Workshop in the Chanti Hills of Tuscany on October 27-29, 2009.

They blocked out 1 whole week at the Chanti Farm Villa, which was built more than 300 years ago. Stay as long as you'd like for only $85 a night. A personal chef, models, make-up, floral, and much more.

Visit the A Villa Workshop to see what is included and what we will be covering through out our 3 full days of classes.

http://josevillaworkshops.com/

NIK Software Update

2009-05-11T14:49:00.005-04:00

Nik Software Announces Sharpener Pro™ 3.0 Update for

Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom® 2

NEW WEBSITE FOR NIKON !!

2009-05-08T09:51:00.003-04:00

New website for NIKON.

Nikon D3x

2009-05-08T09:41:00.004-04:00

Flagship 24.5-megapixel FX-format D-SLR—meticulously engineered for professionals whose work demands extreme resolution, file size and image fidelity

B&H best price out !!

check it out click here

Panasonic GH1

2009-05-08T09:23:00.003-04:00

Panasonic announced pricing for the highly-anticipated LUMIX DMC-GH1, the new Micro Four Thirds digital camera with Full-High Definition video recording ability. The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GH1 will be available in early June for a suggested retail price of $1499.95 including a LUMIX G VARIO 14-140mm/F4.0-5.8 ASPH/MEGA O.I.S. super-zoom lens. The new lens, designed to support HD movie recording, features a silent motor and continuous auto focusing capability. The Panasonic GH1 is an interchangeable-lens system camera sporting a high-resolution electronic viewfinder, a 12-megapixel sensor for high-resolution still photography, and an ability to record AVCHD 1080p/24p High Definition video. Uniquely, you can adjust aperture and shutter speed even in video mode.

BOB DAVIS WORKSHOPS

2009-05-06T09:07:00.008-04:00

Bob Davis Worshops

Date: Week of May 18th, 2009.

more info click here...

The Mike Colón XI 4-day Intensive

2009-04-28T21:41:00.019-04:00

The Mike Colón XI 4-day Intensive
05/18/09 to 05/21/09

Ok short and to the point!!
As some of you may know, I've known Mike Colón for many years now. I have been blessed to
shoot with him all over the world. Just to mention a few NYC, Aruba, Puerto Rico Paris,
Monaco, Italy, Tuscany, Florence, Miami Fl, West Palm Beach, Toronto Canada, Santa Barbara,
all over California. Yes, there are a lot of workshops and seminars out there, many good ones, but few great ones.
To say his is one of the great ones would be an understatement.
At Mike's Workshop you will meet amazing people from all over the US and possibly abroad! You will build up the most incredible portfolio. Listen, I can just go on and on. I've come a long way and a lot of it has to do with me going to Mike's workshop many years ago. I promise you a lot of the popular photographers you see out there, have gone through Mike Colón.

If there is a workshop you've been waiting for all year, look no further guys, this is it.
If you are ready to step up to the plate and soak up priceless knowledge the time is now. Everyone knows times are a bit tough now, but that is even more reason to attend! Mike is a marketing wizard and he will share his amazing tips with you during this workshop. Don't miss out on this opportunity!

There are only a few seats left so don't wait to long.
For more info click here

Aperture 2

2009-04-28T21:12:00.003-04:00

Apple Aperture 2.

More info click here...

goboda Boot Camp

2009-04-23T20:16:00.009-04:00

e-mail

marla@jgarnerphoto.com. Those of you who have been to Jim's 2-hour programs know that he likes to cram it in, so take a deep breath...and get ready to learn!

The Topics:

Expression, expression, expression!

Story and art book focused shooting

Lighting-natural and alternative

The "experiential" style of photography

High-energy client experience

Motion posing

Group synergy creation

Event emphasis

Stylizing while maintaining energy

Competition Photoshop techniques

"Recession armoring" your business

Diversifying your income by selling books

Designing albums that sell!

The 2-day workflow

Studio synergy

Unfortunate locations = extraordinary spreads

Also included:

Full access to Katarina Garner and top industry consultant Lanae Rivers-Woods of thewww.powerofbasics.com team.

Business insights into the sales and booking process, including role playing

Information on how to make marketing, blogs, Twitter and Facebook work for you

Individual consultations on the final day with Jim, Katarina and Lanae

JACKSON'S SMILE

2009-04-14T14:05:00.004-04:00

While I am very fortunate to follow and live my passion for documenting people and the union of two families, it is also very rewarding to be able to give back to others in need. Please allow me to tell you the story of Jackson and hope you can join me and my friends Cameron Ingalls, Jose Villa and Sarah Rhoads in our efforts to give baby Jackson the gift of a smile.

The story of Jackson

Jackson was born with a rare syndrome called “Simpson Golabi Behmel” as well as a cleft lip and palate. His smile has cost hundreds of thousands of dollars thus far. Jackson has already had two major surgeries in just his first year of life. He is destined for a childhood of plastic surgeries, not to mention other surgeries to address the various anomalies associated with his extremely rare syndrome.

His parents, Daniel and Halle, are doing all they can to provide Jackson with a healthy life. Without insurance and financial gifts from others, Jackson's medical expenses would total close to one million dollars by now, just so he can eat, drink, and smile. Simple gifts that most of us take too much for granted.

What is Jackson's Smile

Jackson's Smile is a coalition of photographic artists dedicated to giving baby Jackson and others like him some of our most precious resources; our time, our money, and our talent.

Photography has been making people smile for over a hundred years. This is our opportunity to give Jackson the gift of his smile, and to receive a piece of photographic art so we too can remember just how much of a gift our smile is every time we look at it.

How you can help Jackson

Please visit www.jacksonssmile.com and support baby Jackson by purchasing a print or two, keep up with news on his progress and to learn about other artists joining this noble cause.

*A portion of the proceeds will go directly to support more kids like Jackson at the Craniofacial Center at the Children's Medical Center Foundation of Central Texas.

Thank you!

GoBODA

2009-03-25T10:41:00.005-04:00

GoBODA Boot Camp

So you went into this for the artistic merit, the thrill of getting the right shot, the glory of admiring your work through your client's eyes. But you still have to run it like a business. GoBODA is here to teach you how.

Presenting...Jim Garner's Photography Boot Camp!

Jim will show you how being a better artist MEANS being a better businessperson. You can shoot more effectively while providing your client with a superior experience, ultimately resulting in higher sales. He'll show you how to manage your studio toward its greatest potential.

It all happens June 8 - June 11, 2009 in laid-back and lovely Seattle, Washington!

more info click here...

BOB DAVIS WORKSHOPS

2009-03-20T12:48:00.003-04:00

Bob Davis Workshop !!

DAVISWORKSHOP.COM

click here for more info...

Mike Colón Crazy 48 Hour Sale!

2009-03-12T10:31:00.006-04:00

Mike Colón

Crazy 48 Hour DVD Sale!

more info click here...

One on One with - Kenny Kim

2009-03-10T15:30:00.008-04:00

Prophotohub & Kenny Kim....

Kenny Kim

B-DAY September-18

1) pph: Where is home ??

kk: Chicago, IL (Actually Des Plaines which is suburb right outside of Chicago near the O’Hare airport.

2) pph: How long have you been shooting ??

kk: This is my third year shooting full time.

3) pph: What camera camera gear do you use / and what's your favorite lens ??

kk: I use all high end Canon professional equipment. My favorite lens is 24-70mm 2.8L. It’s a very versatile. It was my first lens I purchased and the one I use the most still.

4) pph: Do you have a memorable wedding photography moment ??

kk: I have been fortunate to photograph all over United States. I also had a chance to shoot in the Bahamas, Puerto Rico and Mexico. All these weddings were incredible. But what happens during the wedding is what makes the event unique & memorable. For example, I once photographed an outdoor wedding where it was pouring heavily in rain all the way up to the leading of the event. The bride was distressed and disappointed because the backup indoor location was not as nearly as nice and her whole life she dreamed of having an outdoor ceremony. Then all of a sudden, the rain seemed to stop immediately and the brightest sunshine appeared to completely dry out the ground just in time for the wedding. It was as if God answered her prayers and paused the weather to allow the ceremony to take place that day. There are so many stories like that and they are the memories along with the friendships I make with my clients, that I treasure the most.

5) pph: First car? Today's car? What do you want in the future ??

kk: My first car was a Green Ford Explorer 1996. I was married to that car. I drove it for about 10 years and it finally broke down on me. I now drive a Hyundai Santa Fe 2007. I love that ride. J In the future, I might go for a more fuel-efficient hybrid car.

6) pph: Is there anyone else in the "biz" you enjoy shooting with? why? who would you like to shoot with ??

kk: I think being able to second shoot for someone is a breath of fresh air. I try to do it whenever I can but it’s been difficult trying to do that on top of my own shooting schedule. I’ve been fortunate to second shoot for Bob Davis, Mike Colón, Gene Higa, Tomas Flint, David Burke, Shane Melenbacker & more. I would LOVE to shoot with Ray Santana (still waiting for the invitation).

7) pph: Where would you like to shoot that you haven't yet ??

kk: An event at the White House for President Obama as the official photographer.

8) pph: Where would be your dream " desti " location ??

kk: I would welcome the opportunity to shoot at an exotic location – Egypt, Kenya, China, Korea, Turkey, etc. For now, I’ll settle for places like Italy or Spain. J

9) pph: What good tips can you give to a photographer starting off today ??

kk: Network with people and build a good circle of people around you. Learn from the best and keep striving to grow everyday. Do things outside of photography that will help you to be inspired everyday. Philosophically speaking, passion, detail and greatness in any field inspire me. Passion for anything is inspiring and makes me curious about where that passion comes from and how it affects people. Details are the subtleties that often make the difference between good and great. And frankly, if you have a high level of passion and detail, it seems to often translate to greatness. So when I see greatness, I wonder what combination of both allowed them to achieve that greatness. On a tangible level, I often enjoy walking the halls of museums to view greatness on display. I like spending time dissecting the details and nuances of each piece to find what makes each of them so different and so special.

10) pph: What is the one approach / step that took your studio to where it is today ??

kk: My approach is simple: It is to be the best I can be. My joy comes from serving people and photography has allowed me to provide images that will help them capture memories that they can cherish for years down the road. I want to continue to be excellent at what I do and use that platform to be an example to those around me.

RODOLFO ARPIA IN ARGENTINA

2009-02-27T17:27:00.009-05:00

La Sociedad de Fotógrafos profesionales de Rosario, tiene el agrado de invitarlo a participar del seminario a desarrollarse el 25 de marzo a partir de las 9:00 hs, en la Asociación Empresaria de Rosario, en calle España 848 de esta ciudad.

Para mas info sobre Rodolfo Arpia sugerimos visitar su site y su blog. www.rudyarpia.com y www.arpiaphotoblog.com

Esperamos contar con su distinguida presencia.

Organiza
Sociedad de Fotógrafos Profesionales de Rosario

Inscripción telefónica:
(0341) 4372048 Lunes, Miércoles y Viernes de 18:30 a 21:30

Inscripción vía mail:
Enviando nombre y apellido, teléfono con prefijo y ciudad a sociedadfotografos@arnet.com.ar

Inscripción vía msn:
sociedadfotografosprofesionales@hotmail.com

Safari 4

2009-02-24T21:15:00.000-05:00

Safari 4...

more info check it out...

HIP SLIP BY SHOOTSAC

2009-02-12T22:00:00.005-05:00

SHOOTSAC BY Jessica Claire...

The Hip Slip Pre SALE begins this Saturday, Feb 14th!!!!

more info click here...

NIKON AF-S DX NIKKOR 35MM f/1.8G

2009-02-12T14:40:00.005-05:00

New NIKON AF-S DX NIKKOR 35MM f/1.8G

more info click here...

Thirst Relief International / Kenny Kim

2009-02-12T13:52:00.006-05:00

Kenny Kim V.3 shirts now available for purchase !

Check out the video click here

Thirst Relief Internantional...

More info click here...

WPPI / Bludomain

2009-02-12T10:26:00.012-05:00

VISIT BLUDOMAIN AT BOOTH 1276 IN LAS VEGAS

Check out Bludomain @ WPPI...

WPPI Vegas baby!!

2009-02-11T13:29:00.002-05:00

My good friend Bob Davis will be @ WPPI...

Check him out...

WPPI LEICA / Riccis Valladares

2009-02-06T07:25:00.003-05:00

My good friend Riccis Valladares will be speaking for LEICA @ WPPI go check him out..

WPPI / GENE HIGA PHOTOGRAPHY

2009-02-02T21:19:00.008-05:00

We are about a little less than two weeks away from one of the largest wedding and portrait conventions. WPPI is the place to be. This convention has changed my life and it will do the same for you. I have so much going on that week, but I wanted to encourage you all to join me at my talk.

I will be speaking on how my niche market has literally changed my business. From shooting weddings in a small town to now traveling the world. I will encourage you to reach for the stars and create something extraordinary in life and business.
I will be speaking on how my niche market has literally changed my business. From shooting weddings in a small town to now traveling the world. I will encourage you to reach for the stars and create something extraordinary in life and business.

Hope to see you there.

boda lens bag

2009-02-02T17:33:00.009-05:00

My good friend Jim Garner from Seattle, Washington with the boda lens bag.

more info click here...

WPPI / FEB. 14-19 2009

2009-02-02T16:54:00.010-05:00

The place to be in a couple of weeks !!

Everything Wedding photography.

Best of the best.

Every big name Imaginable...

more info click here...

Funny Video !!

2009-01-29T11:13:00.003-05:00

Funny video.

check it out...

VOYAGE short film by Bob Davis

2009-01-16T21:14:00.009-05:00

VOYAGE short film by Bob Davis.

This was filmed with a Canon EOS 5D Mark II...My good friend Bob Davis just came out with this way to cool short film!!

check it out click here to se in HD

ASKDANE.COM

2009-01-13T10:30:00.003-05:00

ASKDANE.COMmore info click here...

SanDisk

2009-01-07T12:00:00.006-05:00

SanDisk: World's Fisrt Push Button Backup USB Drive...

Simple: Back up at the touch of a button; no software installation is needed
Portable: Now it’s easier than ever for you to keep your personal business files secure and available wherever you need to go
Secure: Protect your data to limit unwanted access with password protection and strong AES hardware encryption for drive security
Choose the right capacity for your needs, from 8GB, 16GB, 32GB and 64GB*
Trust the minds behind flash memory to keep your files safe and secure with a five-year limited** warranty

* 1 gigabyte (GB) = 1 billion bytes. Some capacity not available for data storage.
** Five-year warranty in regions not recognizing “limited”.

more info click here

Apple

2009-01-07T11:48:00.008-05:00

All New from Apple...

The New MacBook Pro 17-inch

click here for more info

Apple Wheel Notebook

2009-01-06T11:26:00.007-05:00

Apple Wheel Notebook check it out and enjoy !!

The White Balance Lens Cap

2009-01-05T10:33:00.005-05:00

The White Balance Lens Cap

Perfect white balance in any situation.
Replaces your existing lens cap --nothing extra to carry!
Includes neutral and warm white balance domes
Made from high quality custom-molded plastic
Works with all SLR camera brands
Available in 52, 55, 58, 62, 67, 72 and 77mm

For more info check out the cool site Photojojo.com

Canon EOS 5D Mark II

2008-12-29T10:20:00.003-05:00

Canon EOS 5D Mark II Check it out.

click here for more info...

Master Your Craft DVD !!

2008-12-23T11:29:00.018-05:00

Master Your Craft DVD Set (24 HOUR SALE - TODAY ONLY 12/23/08!)

The first 100 buyers of my BRAND NEW Master Your Craft DVD Set will get the super low AMAZING price of $99! At this price, this DVD is by far my GREATEST VALUE to date with over 7 hours of important tips on marketing, techniques, workflow, post production and more! Don't wait, this sale will be over in a few hours!2 Disc DVD Set. Marketing, techniques, workflow, post production and more. Be inspired by celebrity wedding photographers Mike Colón and Bob Davis as you join them on the last stop of their 9 city tour in San Francisco, California. Master your craft with these invaluable tools! Run time approximately 7 hours.

Win a DVD...

Whoever guesses how many photographs Mike Colón has published in total in the New 09 Grace Ormonde magazine Wins a Master Your Craft DVD !!
To order click here...

AIEN SKIN SOFTWARE

2008-12-22T10:29:00.002-05:00

Alien Skin Software Sale !!

Now thru December 24, 2008 all there software is 20% OFF...

More info click here...

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G 50 mm 1.4G

2008-12-11T09:11:00.008-05:00

It's out !! You may want to get your hands on this Lens. The new Nikon 50 1.4 AFS it's Awesome an not to mention great looking to...I had a wedding in the Bahamas last week and used it what a great job Nikon did with this lens...

Nikon D3x

2008-12-01T10:03:00.003-05:00

It's official Nikon D3x is out !!

US street price: $7999.95

more info click here

Black Friday DVD Sale !!

2008-11-28T12:20:00.003-05:00

Friday Sale DVD Sale !!
For today only, I'm offering more than 50% off all of my educational DVDs. Do some early Christmas shopping now and save! ***CLICK HERE NOW TO SAVE!***

Nikon D3x 24.5-megapixel DSLR

2008-11-28T10:15:00.003-05:00

Nikon D3x has the highest resolution seen in a Nikon SLR to date. same body design, AF, metering and main functions as D3

* 24.5mp FX sensor

* 5:4 and DX crops

* 5fps at full resolution; DX crop shoots 10mp images at up to 7fps

* ISO 100-1600, extendable down to 50 and up to 6400

* 16 bit EXPEED processor

* Coming very soon...

Nikon

2008-11-26T09:50:00.004-05:00

Big News for Nikon next week !!

Nikon SB-900 Firmware update

2008-11-19T09:22:00.015-05:00

Nikon Speedlight SB-900 firmware update.

click here more for more info

One on One with - David Jay

2008-11-13T10:57:00.012-05:00

Prophotohub & David Jay....

David Jay

B-DAY August-29

1) PPH: Where is home ??

dj: Santa Barbara, CA

2) PPH: How long have you been shooting ??

dj: 8 Years

3) PPH: What camera gear do you use / and what's your favorite lens ??

dj: I shoot with the Canon 1d Mark III but will soon be switching to the 5d to incorporate even more video.

4) PPH: Do you have a memorable wedding photography moment ??

dj: I've been pretty fortunate to not have any crazy drama happen at a wedding but I did have a pretty wild story when I had to shoot a wedding in TN on Saturday and wedding in Pismo Beach, CA on Sunday and my plane broke down in Vegas and I had a to rent a car at 3am and drive all night straight to the next wedding and shoot it in the same clothes I shot in the day before. You can read the entire story here. http://www.opensourcephoto.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=145

5) PPH: First car? Today's car? What do you want in the future ??

dj: 68 Buick Skylark, Acura TL, A bike :)

6) PPH: Is there anyone else in the "biz" you enjoy shooting with? why? who would you like to shoot with ??

dj: I love shooting with Becker. Super fun and energetic and it's a comedy show the entire day. I'd like to shoot with Steve and Jen Bebb. They are incredible as is Gene Higa.

7) PPH: Where would you like to shoot that you haven't yet ??

dj: I'd love to shoot in Dubai. That place is a world all its own and because I'm a male I wouldn't be able to document a lot of the weddings there but even just to go there to document what's being created would be incredible.

8) PPH: Where would be your dream " desti " location ??

dj: Dubai :)

9) PPH: What good tips can you give to a photographer starting off today ??

dj: Remember Dale Carnegie's famous words, "You'll go further in two months by becoming genuinely interested in just two other people than you will in two years of trying to get others interested in you." Most photographers spend way to much time focusing on the art aspect of our business and that's good that they value this but overvaluing it is usually the thing that puts them out of business. We need to become more interested in others and find ways to serve them. There will be a lot of photographers who don't even survive through the tough days ahead but there will be another group who will do more than survive and will succeed beyond imagination and I believe this success will come because of their ability to serve others.

10) PPH: What is the one approach / step that took your studio to where it is today ??

dj: When I was 16 years old my dad sat me down and said, "David, if you truly make your business about helping other people you'll always have plenty of work." The same year I started my business I also started OpenSourcePhoto to help other photographers with their business. It was through this open sharing that everyone got better and the industry was changed as a result.

PPH: In your words any great projects / workshop / seminars / dvds / in the works ??

dj: I have two "Freedom and Slumber" workshops coming up in January and February which you can see on my website and I'd also suggest hitting up any of Gene Higa's workshops or the Bebbinars!

Nikon SB-900 Firmware update

2008-11-12T10:41:00.004-05:00

Nikon SB-900 Firmware update coming soon

According to a Nikon rep, we should soon see a new firmware update for the SB-900 flash unit. The new firmware is suppose to have a fix for the temperature cut-off problem. This problem was reported on several forums already - basically the thermal cut-off is set too low and the flash can be cut-off when you need it most.

SimpleTech Duo Pro Hard Drive

2008-11-11T10:04:00.002-05:00

SimpleTech Duo Pro Hard Drive Offers Do-All Quad I/O Interface

With its 1 Terabyte capacity (pre-formatting, 500 GB and 750 GB are also offered), the Duo Pro drive has ample capacity to accommodate Time Machine backups for a long time for most users. The 500 GB drive I’ve been using with Time Machine for the past year still has more than 200 GB free space.

However, that drive, a SimpleDrive Pininfarina unit, has a couple of shortcomings: first mine is USB 2 only (a USB/FireWire version is optionally available) — real-world slower than FireWire 400, and not conveniently and dependably bootable like a FireWire drive would be, and secondly the Maxtor 3.5″ drive inside it does a passable impression of a 767’s fanjets throttling up for takeoff. Not a problem for occasional backups, but tiresome when you keep it plugged in.

The Mike Colón Eperience Retreat in Paradise!

2008-11-03T13:47:00.008-05:00

Just in Great News!! Mention PPH and get a special discount on Maui workshop...Only a few seats left.

Mike Colón Experience X- (December 7-12, 2008) Retreat in Paradise! In celebration of our 10th private workshop, we've decided to do something extra special. We are taking The Mike Colón Experience to paradise on the beautiful Pacific Island of Maui! This will be the same great workshop packed with all the topics listed below plus many added perks including 6 days/5 nights accommodations, massages, & gourmet food in a luxurious retreat style setting that is perfect for an inspiring and life-changing experience that will help you take your photography and business another level! Hope to see you there!

more info click here

Happy Halloween

2008-10-31T09:21:00.002-04:00

Happy Halloween...

SHOWIT

2008-10-28T13:56:00.009-04:00

SHOWIT Coming soon!!more info click here

WPPI Feb14 - 19, 2009

2008-10-28T11:29:00.012-04:00

WPPI Feb 14 -19,2009
Don't miss out in the best of photography. All in one place from A to Z its gonna be an awesome week!!more info click here

T-MOBILE G1

2008-10-27T11:23:00.002-04:00

T-MOBILE G1 IS HERE!!

more info click here

Optimize performance in Photoshop CS4 on Mac OS

2008-10-22T14:06:00.002-04:00

Optimize performance in Photoshop CS4 on Mac OS

click here for info

One on One with - Gene Higa

2008-10-17T09:52:00.008-04:00

Prophotohub & Gene Higa....
Gene Higa
B-DAY March-29

1) PPH: Where is home ??
GH: Beautiful city of San Francisco2) PPH: How long have you been shooting ??
GH: I have been involved in wedding photography for 13 years now.

3) PPH: What camera gear do you use / and what's your favorite lens ??
GH: I am 100% canon guy. Have been since the beginning of my career. My favorite lens is my 50 mm 1.0. hard to find these days and it's my baby. Sharp and fast.

4) PPH: Do you have a memorable wedding photography moment ??
GH: I have memorable moments every weekend, but if I had to remember one. That one moment for actually hangs above my desk. It was the very first shat that I ever took at a wedding. The wedding was at pebble Beach. I asked the pro I was working for (now good friend) to give me a camera and let me shoot. I metered off the grass to get a middle gray reading, set my aperture and shutter speed. I took one shot. The one shot is of the bride walking down the stairs about the enter the ceremony, the guests all standing, the groom anticipating the moment against the cliffs of Pebble Beach. It's the moment we all wait for and the one moment that set the tone for the wedding day. For me, that one image is what set the wheels in motion and gave me the confidence to start a career as a wedding photographer. To this day it's my inspiration before i leave for any and all my weddings.

5) PPH: First car? Today's car? What do you want in the future ??
GH: Haha, it was a nissan truck. But, I back in the day I was into street racing so this nissan truck was really fast. Today, I have mellowed out a bit. So I drive a Mercedes benz. But, I got my eye on a black on black BMW 335 ie or the M3. So maybe, I am not that mellow. haha. Good question, I love cars just like any other guy out there.

6) PPH: Is there anyone else in the "biz" you enjoy shooting with? why? who would you like to shoot with ??
GH: Hands down, my studio partner Ann Hamilton (www.annhamilton.com). We share a studio space and do time trades. She has traveled to world with me doing destination weddings. We have a rhythm while shooting and it's very in sync. Funny, at times you can hear the shutters going off at the same exact time. But, the views and style are so different, yet very complimentary.

7) PPH: Where would you like to shoot that you haven't yet ??
GH: Funny you ask, I have been all over the world and have had the opportunity to shoot in Philippines, Peru, India, Italy, Greece, Mexico, Jamaica, Thailand, Barbados, Hawaii and across the U.S. Later this year we are in South Africa. That should be really interesting. But, there is this one small chapel in the Maldives. It's see through, has a glass floor and seats up to 20 people, that would be fun. one day, I'll get there.

8) PPH: Where would be your dream " desti " location ??
GH: Too be honest, I have shot everywhere I have wanted to shoot, so far. So, a over the top wedding on the banks Jerusalem or Dubai. Maybe, one in Cambodia, amongst the buddhist monks and the temple ruins. I think very big and willing to go to the extreme. For me it's the experience, that is the best destination.

9) PPH: What good tips can you give to a photographer starting off today ??
GH: Your presentation is everything. it's your clients first glimpse of what you do. If you take the time to showcase your images and business in best possible way, others will remember that. Next, work on your marketing and network with other like minded individuals. Surround yourself 24/7 with what you love, photography. Be passionate, Give back. Listen. Find your nitche market. Teach. Take some time for yourself. Stay true to yourself. Learn about money, don't forget that this is a business. How to invest it make it grow and how it can take care of you later.

10) PPH: What is the one approach / step that took your studio to where it is today ??
GH: in 2004 I was getting really burned out and I was looking to make my business really stand out. So I took a good look at my peers and others in the wedding industry. I noticed a trend of others saying they were willing to travel for weddings. Only some were really doing it, no one in my market. I they took a look at my client base. I had a bring coming to Carmel to get married from Washington D.C. I wondered how many other brides out there were going away for weddings. I shot that wedding, I started to spread the word that I was willing to travel for weddings. One of the bridesmaids lived in North Carolina nd was getting married. She later flew me out and it was my first taste of destination weddings. I was onto something. From that day I have always marketed my business around destinations weddings. In 2006 I hit 14 countries and now do 10 a year. the word of mouth has spread through our industry, my brides and my peers. Destination weddings are my niche market and have made my business stand out in a big way. I am excited about the types of calls we get and to be photographing in exotic locals is really exciting.

PPH: In your words any great projects / workshop / seminars / dvds / in the works ??
GH: Thanks for asking. i am putting together genehigaworkshops.com. I am going to be teaming up with 10 of the hottest photographers in the industry to give workshops around the country and abroad. In the near future, I am giving a workshop with my good friend Jason Groupp in NYC. October 22nd. We have two seats left. Then I speak in Wisconsin for a local PPA group. WPPI 2009 I have a platform room where I am speaking on, "Find your niche, make it your name and own it." It's my 3rd year speaking, I was a "Young Gun" last year. I love to help my fellow photographer in any way I can.

Big Shots @ CDIA

2008-10-15T14:44:00.008-04:00

Just got a great email from my friends Dawn Davis & Skip Cohen from RANGEFINDER Magazine check it out glad to help!!
Can you guys help spread the word...
Thanks so much guys.

Big Shots at CDIA
Photography Experts Speaker Series
We’re bringing in big photographic talent with vast knowledge to make some noise in the Boston digital art and photography community. This speaker series, hosted by Boston University’s Center for Digital Imaging Arts, covers topics of special interest for today’s photographer.

Photographers work with individuals, companies, and communities to give a visual and a voice to their subject. How do some of the big shots in the industry do what they do so well? What are the latest tools out there for producing the best images? What’s on the horizon?

Come hear what the experts have to say and participate in a lively discussion when the first of the six–part Big Shots speaker series begins on October 27.

Proceeds from these events will be donated to the Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep Foundation.
more info click here

Adobe Photoshop CS4 Now Shipping!!

2008-10-15T09:44:00.006-04:00

Adobe Photoshop CS4 Now Shipping!!more info click here

New MacBook

2008-10-14T14:12:00.009-04:00

MacBook ProNew MacBook
LED Cinema Display Introducing the 24-inch LED Cinema Display. It doesn’t just expand the screen of your new MacBook, MacBook Pro, or MacBook Air. With a built-in iSight camera, mic, and speakers, it expands your whole experience.
more info click here

One on One with - Jasmine Star

2008-10-08T21:17:00.012-04:00

Prophotohub & Jasmine Star....

Jasmine Star

B-DAY April-6

1) PPH: Where is home ??

JS: Orange County, CA

2) PPH: How long have you been shooting ??

JS: Two years

3) PPH: What camera gear do you use / and what's your favorite lens ??

JS: Canon gear and my favorite lens is the 50mm, 1.2

4) PPH: Do you have a memorable wedding photography moment ??

JS: A couple months ago, I shot a wedding in Seattle, Washington and the bride and groom were spectacular! We were treated like family and their friends embraced us immediately...the wedding was perfection! At the end of the night, the band played "Let's Get It Started" by The Black Eyed Peas and I found myself taking pictures in the center of friends and family as they jumped simultaneously in the air. Everyone was waving their arms and singing along and it was one of the happiest moments of my season. It made what I did that much sweeter and I fell more in love with wedding photography.

5) PPH: First car? Today's car? What do you want in the future ??

JS: First car: Pontiac Sunfire (give me a break...it was totally cool!). Current car: Infiniti G35. Future car: Porsche Cayenne.

6) PPH: Is there anyone else in the "biz" you enjoy shooting with? why? who would you like to shoot with ??

JS: I really loved shooting with Becker ( www.thebecker.com ). I learned so much from him! He has such an impactful way of engaging with his clients and their families and it's awesome! :) I would love to shoot with Jose Villa ( www.josevilla.com ) and watch how he sees a wedding and how he executes his vision for the day.

7) PPH: Where would you like to shoot that you haven't yet ??

JS: I want to shoot a garden wedding in England. I picture it to be earthy style, vintage, and just fabulous!

8) PPH: Where would be your dream " desti " location ??

JS: I dream of shooting a wedding in Australia or Thailand...I just imagine it'd be so amazing to shoot in those countries!

9) PPH: What good tips can you give to a photographer starting off today ??

JS: Take risks, dream big, and get uncomfortable!

10) PPH: What is the one approach / step that took your studio to where it is today ??

JS: Blogging took my business to another level. There's no way my studio would be where it is today without establishing a web presence. The ever changing dynamic of the wedding industry really lent itself to blogging and I made it a point to leverage it as an asset! :)

Maybe...time will only tell! ;)

The Mike Colón Experience Retreat in Paradise!

2008-10-07T16:40:00.005-04:00

Thanks for all your guesses in the last week! We are proud to annouce the release of the Mike Colón Experience X- (December 7-12, 2008) Retreat in Paradise! In celebration of our 10th private workshop, we've decided to do something extra special. We are taking The Mike Colón Experience to paradise on the beautiful Pacific Island of Maui! This will be the same great workshop packed with all the topics listed below plus many added perks including 6 days/5 nights accommodations, massages, & gourmet food in a luxurious retreat style setting that is perfect for an inspiring and life-changing experience that will help you take your photography and business another level! Hope to see you there!

XDepth

2008-10-06T21:13:00.004-04:00

XDepth RAW

Ever wished your RAW files were as universal as a jpeg? Not just in universal compatibility but also in size. XDepth Raw is promising this ability in a new format.
Monday, 29th September, 2008 - Trellis Management Co. Ltd. presents its latest image compression technology for digital cameras at the upcoming PDN PhotoPlus International Conference + Expo.
XDepth Raw is the only image compression and file format solution able to function both as a common Jpeg and as a Raw image.
Too often amateur and professional photographers alike wondered why they couldn’t have all the flexibility and precision of a Raw shot within a universally compatible format like Jpeg.
XDepth Raw not only fully satisfies the need for a compatible and flexible format but it also provides exponentially more precision and dynamic range than current cameras can capture. XDepth Raw is infact capable of storing up to 72bit/pixel at full High Dynamic Range.
XDepth Raw images are recognized as Jpeg files by any software application on virtually every operating system and can be previewed and used as common jpegs. When opened with XDepth-enabled software instead, the same files are recognized and loaded as Raw camera pictures.

Camera makers employ all sorts of algorithms in order reduce the size of their Raw images although still remaining in the realm of the “heavy digital pictures” as Raw files can take up to 1.5 MBytes for each Mega-Pixel. XDepth Raw reduces on average this figure to 0.2 MBytes for each Mega-Pixel of resolution, featuring an outstanding 7:1 compression ratio compared to the uncompressed Raw file.
XDepth Raw employs a proprietary technology able to literally restore the original fine details found in the uncompressed Raw picture at high bit depths without sacrificing visual quality.

The XDepth brand will be sponsoring the PDN PhotoPlus Expo Press Room area for the entire event.
Attending interested parties can request a live demonstration of XDepth technologies by booking an appointment online through the PhotoPlus Connect service.

more info click here

One on One with - Eliesa Johnson

2008-10-01T20:30:00.013-04:00

Prophotohub & Eliesa Johnson....

photogen

B-DAY October-28

1) PPH: Where is home ??
e: Minneapolis, Minnesnowta

2) PPH: How long have you been shooting ??
e: If we count my high-school-photo-nerd-working-at-a-newspaper days, going on 10 years! Wooooooo HOOOOO!

3) PPH: What camera gear do you use / and what's your favorite lens ??
e: I use 2 Canon 5d's (and can not WAIT for the new-and-improved version!) and my favorite lens is my 50mm 1.4.....I am obsessed with the 1.2 thought, I just need to buy it already!

4) PPH: Do you have a memorable wedding photography moment ??
e: Every wedding is fabulous for me, because I enjoy shooting and my team is PHENOMENAL and we always have SO much fun! However, I must say that I meet and am surrounded by amazing people at each shoot. Last weekend, I meet the coolest 10 year old, who was also the best man. His name was Dylan and he was definitely inspiring and a TON of fun to hang out with!

5) PPH: First car? Today's car? What do you want in the future ??
e: A 1980's Ford F150 (LOVED that thing!), Today I'm rockin' an '07 VW Rabbit (yes, it is a stick shift...no, I'm not the smoothest driver) AND a 1985 VW Cabriolet, and I would LOVE a VW Tiguan! We are hardcore Volkswagen enthusiasts!

6) PPH: Is there anyone else in the "biz" you enjoy shooting with? why? who would you like to shoot with ??
e: Jeffrey Lawler of JNP Studios! We met in Vegas last year at the Anti Workshop and were instant friends! He happened to have a wedding in MN this summer, which I was the 2nd shooter for and we had a kick ass time! Jeffrey will be shooting with me next summer in North Carolina and we are SUPER pumped! I also was invited to an engagement session with RAD Studio Inc., up in Vancouver and they are an AMAZING couple to shoot with! I would LOVE to shoot with Jose Villa, Chase Jarvis and Annie Leibovitz! I absolutely LOVE collaborating with other artists - all of these people would be amazing!

7) PPH: Where would you like to shoot that you haven't yet ??
e: Underwater, on a rooftop in NYC, and while skydiving!

8) PPH: Where would be your dream " desti " location ??
e: On the coast of Turkey! I saw photos once of this hotel that was all white and the water was super aqua blue - it was all sexy and swanky and inspiring - I want to shoot a wedding THERE!

9) PPH: What good tips can you give to a photographer starting off today ??
e: Shooting wise, practice makes perfect! It is SO important to shoot and show work that reflects what you want to 'do' and what you want your business to be! At first, all jobs might not be the ideal gig, but remember that the experience is more than you could ever ask for! With that said, take the time to schedule shoots that are the direction in which you would like to take your work. Want to do high fashion? Get some models together, grab some nonsense off of the thrift shop rack and create some bad ass images!

10) PPH: What is the one approach / step that took your studio to where it is today ??
e: 100% Passion, 100% Commitment, 100% Positive attitude, 100% Hard Work and ALWAYS having FUN!!

PPH: In your words any great projects / workshop / seminars / dvds / in the works ??
e: We have quite a few things up our sleeves here at Photogen Inc for the upcoming year! Something fun we have started (and will be perfecting) are Blog Episodes. I have SO much FUN when I shoot and I want to share some 'behind the scenes shenanigans' with everyone. We will be covering some weddings, speaking engagements, travel, our studio and commercial shoots throughout the next season, so stay tuned! We are also putting together an idea that will be a HUGE collaboration between photographers all throughout the country! Details are currently top-secret, but GET EXCITED!!!
I am super excited about Becker's new b-school social-networking-thingie?!?! It will be super refreshing to have a positive and fresh networking community out there!!!!

[b]school

2008-10-01T13:34:00.004-04:00

The [b]school is now open!!!

more info click here

Sigma

2008-09-30T21:12:00.003-04:00

New Sigma 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM

M.S.R.P. $730.00 USD

Standard lens with large maximum aperture of F1.4.
It creates sharp images with high contrast and ensures superior peripheral brightness.
Incorporates molded glass aspherical lens, perfectly correcting coma aberration and creating superior image quality.
Super multi-layer lens coating reduces flare and ghosting.
Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) ensuring silent, high-speed AF.
more info click here

One on One with - David Beckstead

2008-09-24T19:08:00.013-04:00

Prophotohub & David Beckstead...
davidbeckstead
B-DAY April-29

1) PPH: Where is home ??
DB: On the boarder of British Colombia and Idaho in Washington State. Out-in-the-middle-of-nowhere! On a lake with trout!
2) PPH: How long have you been shooting ??
DB: A Pro sense 1997. Camera in hand from 1984 on.

3) PPH: What camera gear do you use / and what's your favorite lens ??
DB: Canon Mark II’s with 16-35 being my favorite and 70-200 a close second. I always carry 2 cameras at weddings with these lens on. 16-35 helps me bring in the lines and light and the 70-200, emotion and action.

4) PPH: Do you have a memorable wedding photography moment ??
DB: Watching the sunrise over the ocean as the wedding couple knelt down in the sand to pray (during the ceremony), in Mexico at 5am.

5) PPH: First car? Today's car? What do you want in the future ??
DB: Never been big on cars. They are only for getting me to a destination so I can get out and start walking!
Baja Beetle VW was my first and it took me too many out of the way places for camping. And it fell apart one way or another on every trip.
I want any electric car. I have a hybrid now.

6) PPH: Is there anyone else in the "biz" you enjoy shooting with? why? who would you like to shoot with ??
DB: I absolutely dig shooting with my wife at weddings! We play off each other and the b&g love it! A healthy and fun competitive spirit gives our shooting relationship the spice it needs to deliver ‘Art’ to our clients.
I would like to shoot one with Mike Colon, Becker and Jerry G. They crack me up and I know it would be fun shooting with them.

7) PPH: Where would you like to shoot that you haven't yet ??
DB: India. I have traveled there but have not photographed a wedding there. It is on the long-term goal list. It will happen for sure within the next 5 years.

8) PPH: Where would be your dream " desti " location ??
DB: I have been to 65 counties so I have traveled to many of my ‘dream’ locations. Greenland is one dream location I have on the goal list. Glacier wedding anyone?

9) PPH: What good tips can you give to a photographer starting off today ??
DB: Make websites a top priority in your business. Never ‘just’ repeat what others have done. Learn from others, and then make your own style and brand. Never stop shooting!!

10) PPH: What is the one approach / step that took your studio to where it is today ??
DB: After 3 years of being a pro photographer I decided to specialize into weddings only. This was the strongest decision I have made in my business and brand.

PPH: In your words any great projects / workshop / seminars / dvds / in the works ??
I am teaching a really fun style of workshop that has taken me to S. Africa, London and Norway and 15 or more states. www.shootwithbeckstead.com I will be setting up my 09 schedule soon with many overseas workshops and plenty here in the US. I have had great response with these composition/wedding based workshops.

I have a platform at WPPI in 09 that should be really fun. That will be my 4th year in a row teaching there. I always learn so much every year I go.

Adobe Lightroom 2.1 Update

2008-09-24T05:55:00.003-04:00

Adobe Lightroom 2.1 Update more info click here

Nik Software

2008-09-24T05:54:00.000-04:00

Nik Software
Complete Collection
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Google's Android

2008-09-23T17:13:00.009-04:00

Google's Android
Now, handset-maker HTC, T-Mobile, and Google hope to get some of the attention the iPhone has received by releasing the G1, the first mobile phone to use Google’s mobile OS, Android.

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SanDisk ImageMate All-in-One USB2.0 Reader

2008-09-23T14:57:00.005-04:00

Faster USB readers coming soon
SanDisk ImageMate All-in-One USB2.0 Reader
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