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Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn
Jeff Carlson and Kirk McElhearn discuss photography and the Apple ecosystem. We cover using an iPhone or any other camera with Apple hardware and software, and we welcome photographers to discuss their work.
“With writing I’m trying to use a story to create images, and with photography I’m trying to use images to create a story.” That’s S J Watson, best-selling novelist of Before I Go to Sleep. In this episode we talk to him about how street photography feeds his writing and vice-versa, and the way different endeavors contribute to creative mindsets. Guest: SJ Watson (https://www.sjwatson-books.com), Photography (https://sj-watson.myshopify.com/). Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson), Jeff on Mastodon (https://twit.social/@jeffcarlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn), Kirk on Mastodon (https://journa.host/@mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-148-watson)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Before I Go to Sleep, by S.J. Watson (https://amzn.to/3OWuLWh) Write Now with Scrivener (https://podcast.scrivenerapp.com/27) Zona: A Book About a Film About a Journey to a Room, by Geoff Dyer (https://amzn.to/3P0ET0l) let's get lit podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-get-lit/id1697518965) The Experiment (https://sjwatson.substack.com/s/the-experiment) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Call Sheet (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/callsheet-find-cast-crew/id1672356376) Kirk: Michael Kenna | Hokkaido 2020 (https://benrido-store.com/product/michael-kenna｜hokkaido-2020%E3%80%80/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Is photo editing too difficult? Layers and sliders and specialized apps and lots of options are available to us for processing our digital photos. How much is too much, and are we moving away from photography and getting lost in software? Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-147-editing-hard)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 129: Visualizing the Edit (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-129-visualize-edit) Our Snapshots: Jeff: DJI Air 3 (https://amzn.to/3DJ9BES) Kirk: Peak Design Micro Clutch, Revisited (https://www.peakdesign.com/collections/straps/products/microclutch) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
When we record PhotoActive, Kirk is at the end of his day in the U.K. and Jeff has just begun in Seattle, which means we both start off with steaming mugs of our favorite caffeinated beverages. For a change, we thought we’d make this the tea and coffee episode, essential ingredients for any photographer. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-146-tea-coffee)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) YESPLZ (https://www.yesplz.coffee) coffee subscription Creama.co (https://crema.co) coffee subscription Morning coffee ritual article (https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/nutrition/that-morning-coffee-you-swear-by-may-just-be-a-placebo-neuroscience-study-finds/) Jeff’s Coffee Gear: Acaia Black Pearl scale (https://amzn.to/44lW69A), ~$250 Cosori Pour Over (https://amzn.to/3PRBXnF), $30 La Pavoni Europiccolo (https://amzn.to/3PX52y5), $1000 OXO Brew Gooseneck Kettle (https://amzn.to/3ObpPwx), $100 Rancilio Rocky grinder (https://amzn.to/44zB33L), $440 Timestamped content: 00:01:40 Coffee and tea's importance in photography. 00:03:49 Tea: a delicious beverage that enhances experiences. 00:07:30 College student finds love in caffeine-infused coffee. 00:12:53 Espresso in Italy and ritual of coffee. 00:15:45 Types of tea: white, yellow, green, oolong, black. 00:20:16 First flush harvest of Darjeeling tea. 00:24:40 Tea: A daily ritual with segmented breaks. 00:26:33 Instant coffee has improved in taste. 00:30:52 Bad matcha, learn to make it. Expensive or insipid if not done right. 00:35:29 Try different teas, don't be scared. 00:38:11 Chinese jasmine tea: hint of jasmine, good. Bad: bitter, visible flowers. Earl Grey: interesting, bergamot. Flavored teas: like cheap wine, added fruits. Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
He really went and did it. When Kirk decided to simplify his photography setup, he sold all of his Fujifilm cameras and lenses, put the Leica Q2 Monochrom up for sale, and bought a brand new Leica Q3. In this episode, we talk about the reasons behind such a drastic move and the advantages of simplifying your gear. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-145-leica-q3)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Leica Q3 (https://leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-black/details) Leica Q3 Initial Review, DPReview (https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/leica-q3-initial-review) Episode 137: Zoom Lenses with Chris Niccolls (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-137-niccolls) Episode 68: Revisiting Geotagging with HoudahGeo 6.0 (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-68-houdahgeo6) Our Snapshots: Jeff: ON1 Photo Keyword AI (https://www.on1.com/products/photo-keyword-ai/) Kirk: Dark Passage movie (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dark_Passage_(film)) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
If you’re like Jeff and Kirk, you probably have multiple photo libraries spread across your disks. Whether it’s because you use several editing apps, or some libraries are tied to outdated applications (RIP Apple Aperture), you don’t want to lose track of all those photos. This week, Matthieu Kopp of CYME joins us to talk about converting and managing multiple libraries using CYME’s utilities Avalanche and Peakto, and why both tasks aren’t as simple as you might think. Guest: Matthieu Kopp, CYME (https://cyme.io/) Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson), Jeff on Mastodon (https://twit.social/@jeffcarlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn), Kirk on Mastodon (https://journa.host/@mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-144-kopp)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Avalanche (https://cyme.io/avalanche-photo-conversion/) Peakto (https://cyme.io/peakto-photo-organizer-software/) Special deal! CYME is offering a 20% discount on their utilities Peakto and Avalanche until July 23, 2023 using the code PHOTOACTIVE20 at checkout when purchasing from CYME. Our Snapshots: Jeff: Greg Williams Photo Breakdowns: The Stories Behind 100 Portraits (https://amzn.to/3r2BHHO) Kirk: Kindle Scribe (https://amzn.to/3qMX2Vx) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
The weather is warming up, the skies are clearing, and we point our eyes and cameras to the sky. But capturing the night sky well requires more than just snapping a photo of the heavens. Mike Shaw, author of the new book The Beginner’s Guide to Astrophotography, joins us to talk about what gear you need—yes, you can do it with a smartphone!—and how to make stunning star photos. Guest: Mike Shaw (https://www.mikeshawphotography.com), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mikeshawphotography/) Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson), Jeff on Mastodon (https://twit.social/@jeffcarlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn), Kirk on Mastodon (https://journa.host/@mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-143-astro)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) The Beginner's Guide to Astrophotography (https://rockynook.com/shop/specialized-topics/astrophotography/the-beginners-guide-to-astrophotography/), by Mike Shaw. Use code SHAW10 when buying from Rocky Nook to get 10% off. International Dark Sky Association (https://darksky.org) The World At Night (TWAN) (twanight.com) Planit Pro app (http://www.planitphoto.com) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Skylight Forecast (http://www.lux.camera/skylight) Kirk: That Stunning ‘Succession’ Emotional Set Piece Was Shot as a Single 27-Minute Take (https://www.thewrap.com/succession-season-4-episode-3-filming/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
In this episode, we’re focusing our attention on features in the Photos apps for Mac and iOS/iPadOS. Did you know you can select text in images, select and copy subjects with a single touch, identify plants and animals, and identify duplicates in your library? We show you how. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-130-photos-features)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Highlight - Book Diary app (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/highlight-book-diary/id1293448451) Episode 70: One-Light Portraits with Sandra Coan (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-70-coan) Beyond Natural Light (https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation), Sandra Coan’s Facebook Group The Bear (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14452776/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Utility Wagon (https://amzn.to/3X8vKVl) Kirk: Boiling Point (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11127680/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
When you look through the viewfinder of your camera, what do you see? Just the scene in front of the lens, or the version you know is possible when you edit the shot later in software? This week Jeff and Kirk talk about visualizing the edit while you’re shooting to get photos that look the way you remember or how you’d prefer them to be. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-129-visualize-edit)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 123: Learn Your Camera (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-123-learn-camera) Theme Time Radio Hour (https://www.themetimeradio.com/), Bob Dylan Our Snapshots: Jeff: Wireless Flash Trigger 2.4 GHz with Transmitter and Receiver (https://amzn.to/3WlWdON) Kirk: The Philosophy of Modern Song (https://amzn.to/3EoONn6), by Bob Dylan Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Apple announced new iPad and iPad Pro models aimed at two very different audiences, but how do they look for photographers? Also new are updates to Adobe’s Lightroom line of products, bringing improved AI-based masking features to the broad suite of photo editing apps. Jeff and Kirk weigh in on these and more in the latest episode. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-128-ipads-lightroom)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) iPad 10th Generation (https://www.apple.com/ipad-10.9/) iPad Pro (https://www.apple.com/ipad-pro/) Magic Keyboard Folio (https://www.apple.com/ipad-keyboards/) iPad mini (https://www.apple.com/ipad-mini/) Adobe Lightroom (https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom.html) Opt Out of Adobe Scanning Your Content for Machine Learning (https://helpx.adobe.com/manage-account/using/machine-learning-faq.html) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Godox 32"x 32" 80cmx80cm Foldable Portable Softbox (https://amzn.to/3eFz4G9) Kirk: Black+Decker Thermal Leak Detector (https://amzn.to/3FoOaLo) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Apple says every new iPhone is the Best Ever iPhone, but when it comes to the cameras in the iPhone 14 Pro, could that be more than just hyperbole? Find out why Kirk thinks this model is a game-changer, hear our opinions on how it stacks up to other phones on the market, and discover the pros and cons we’ve discovered when photographing with these remarkable portable devices. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-127-iphone14pro-hands-on)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 125: Gunning the Photonic Engine with the iPhone 14 Cameras (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-125-iphone14) Russell Brown Lighthouse photo (https://www.instagram.com/p/CjIvEgKLmnr/) Episode #110: Distortion (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-110-distortion) Our Snapshots: Jeff: West Wing and Beyond (https://amzn.to/3CjXj4G) Kirk: Peak Design Mobile system (https://www.peakdesign.com/pages/mobile) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Putting together a photo portfolio doesn’t need to be a daunting task. William Neill returns to PhotoActive to talk about his new book, The Photographer's Portfolio Development Workshop, and share advice on how to edit, organize, and present your best work. Guest: William Neill: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/williamneill/), website (https://williamneill.com/) Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-126-neill)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) The Photographer's Portfolio Development Workshop (https://rockynook.com/shop/photography/the-photographers-portfolio-development-workshop/ref/251/?campaign=pa126), by William Neill. Use code WNEILL40 to get 40% off when ordering from Rocky Nook! Jeff’s Portfolio section of his website (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/) BetterPhoto.com (http://www.betterphoto.com) Impressions of Light portfolio (https://portfolios.williamneill.com/portfolio/C000075CFwtbs9YQ/G0000Ve3t5JmKeco) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Hit the Island app (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/hit-the-island/id1644376309) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Here we go again: Apple has released the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro, with more camera enhancements including a new 48 megapixel sensor on the Pro. What is pixel binning? Is the Photonic Engine just marketing terminology? Kirk and Jeff break down what’s new…while waiting for the phones they ordered to arrive. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-125-iphone14)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Pixel binning explainer (https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/features/what-is-pixel-binning-everything-you-need-to-know-about-this-camera-tech) Apple's iPhone 14 and 14 Pro: Imaging tech examined (https://www.dpreview.com/articles/6110937480) Compare iPhone Models (https://www.apple.com/iphone/compare/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: The Follower (https://driesdepoorter.be/thefollower/) Kirk: TRI-X 400 FOR CAPTURE ONE (https://digistock.net/product/tri-x-400-for-capture-one/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
How do you make mouth-watering photos of food? This week we’re joined by Lauren Caris Short, author of the beautiful new book The Complete Guide to Food Photography to talk about what it takes to be a food photographer. Lighting, food styling, composition... photographing food is a multi-disciplined photo endeavor. Guest: Lauren Caris Short: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/lauren.c.short/), website (https://laurenshortphotography.com), YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/c/LaurenCarisShort/) [Photo of Lauren Caris Short by Tommy Reynolds (https://www.instagram.com/tommyreynolds89/)] Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-124-food)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) The Complete Guide to Food Photography (https://rockynook.com/shop/specialized-topics/food/the-complete-guide-to-food-photography/ref/251/?campaign=photoactive), by Lauren Caris Short. Use code LAUREN40 to get 40% off when ordering from Rocky Nook! Light ― Science & Magic: An Introduction to Photographic Lighting (https://amzn.to/3Ry99xN), by Fil Hunter, Steven Biver, Paul Fuqua, Robin Reid Episode 70: One-Light Portraits with Sandra Coan (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-70-coan) Food Photography Academy (https://foodphotographyacademy.co) Jeff’s articles about webcams (https://jeffcarlson.com/?s=webcam) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Insta360 Link Webcam (https://amzn.to/3CWmexb) Kirk: 2022 MacBook Air M2 (https://amzn.to/3eiP9Rt) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
It’s easy to forget that your camera is more than just a box that records light. It’s a sophisticated computer with a huge amount of control over the light that hits the sensor. In this episode we talk about why it’s important to (gasp) read the manual, experiment with features, and gain a better understanding of the camera’s capabilities. This isn’t just an exhortation to RTFM, but a practical look at what you can get out of it. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-122-photo-radar)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Take Control of Audio Hijack (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/audio-hijack/) Episode 115: iPhone Camera Tips & Tricks (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-115-iphone-camera) Do We Have Too Many Buttons? (https://www.dpreview.com/opinion/7523560589/opinion-do-we-really-need-all-those-buttons-and-dials), DPReview Episode 43: Autofocus with Rishi Sanyal (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-43-autofocus) Rocky Nook (https://rockynook.com/ref/251/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: OneWorld 65 - International Adapter with 65W PD Charger (https://oneadaptr.com/products/oneworld-65-international-adapter-with-65w-pd-charger) Kirk: Magnum Editions Poster: Miles Davis, 1958 - Dennis Stock (https://www.magnumphotos.com/shop/collections/all-posters/magnum-editions-poster-miles-davis-1958/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
In our last episode, Kirk asked a question that stumped Jeff: While on vacation, did Jeff ever think about not taking a camera with him for a day? Being a photographer of any level means you look at the world a little differently—you develop a “photographer’s eye,” but could that be a detriment? Is it possible to just enjoy one’s surroundings without looking for compositions and dynamic lighting? Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-122-photo-radar)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 121: Jeff's European Photo Adventures (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-121-jeff-europe) ‘I’ve taken a million pictures – 50 were good’: photographer Ferdinando Scianna (https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2022/jul/26/photographer-ferdinando-scianna-interview-sicily-magnum), The Guardian Episode 82: Quintin Lake Returns (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-82-quintin) Our Snapshots: Jeff: EPICKA Universal Travel Adapter (https://amzn.to/3vjwN8F) Kirk: William Eggleston: Chromes (https://amzn.to/3S16uxU) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Jeff just returned from two weeks in France and Italy with almost 3000 photos, even though his was a family vacation and not a “photo trip,” per se. From choosing gear to bring and finding time to make photos amid demands of travel and family, it turned out to be an interesting photographic challenge. We talk about what Jeff experienced and learned for the next adventure. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-121-jeff-europe)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 118: Scott Kelby's Travel Tips (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-118-kelby) Platypod Ultra (https://amzn.to/3IC9dt9) Our Snapshots: Jeff: DJI Mini 2 Fly More Combo (https://amzn.to/3IDtxu9) Kirk: First Images from the James Webb Space Telescope (https://www.nasa.gov/webbfirstimages) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
What do the cameras of the future look like? The ones we use now are vastly different from cameras just a decade or two ago, so it’s reasonable to assume that changes will continue to advance. Jeff and Kirk speculate on what’s coming. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-120-future)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) The Smarter Image column (https://www.popphoto.com/authors/jeff-carlson/) at Popular Photography. Resolutionator (https://manytricks.com/resolutionator/) Stacked Sensor (https://www.dpreview.com/articles/2299527448/why-the-speed-of-stacked-cmos-is-key-to-nikon-s-pro-mirrorless-camera) Caltech research team develops lensless camera (https://www.dpreview.com/news/2611026820/caltech-research-team-develops-lensless-camera) Eye in the Sky (2015 film) - Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eye_in_the_Sky_(2015_film)) Merlin Bird ID – Free, instant bird identification help and guide for thousands of birds – Identify the birds you see (https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/) Episode 41: Bird Photography with Marie Read (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-41-marie-read) Episode 118: Scott Kelby's Travel Tips (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-118-kelby) Our Snapshots: Jeff: EPICKA Universal Travel Adapter (https://amzn.to/3mJ01cy) Kirk: Canon 10x30 Image Stabilization II Binoculars (https://amzn.to/3O97fSA) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) wrapped up last week, and with it a lot of news about hardware like the M2-powered MacBook Air and what's coming in macOS Ventura, iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and watchOS 9. In this episode, Jeff and Kirk look at what struck their interest for photographers. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-119-wwdc)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) 2022 WWDC Keynote (https://events-delivery.apple.com/0205eyyhwbbqexozkwmgccegwnjyrktg/m3u8/vod_index-dpyfrsVksFWjneFiptbXnAMYBtGYbXeZ.m3u8) MacBook Air M2 (https://www.apple.com/macbook-air-m2/) Compare Mac Models (https://www.apple.com/mac/compare/) Rediscovering the Mac: An iPad User’s Journey into macOS with the M1 Max MacBook Pro (https://www.macstories.net/stories/rediscovering-the-mac/) by Federico Viticci at MacStories Our Snapshots: Jeff: Platypod Ultra (https://www.platypod.com/products/ultra-1) Kirk: CalDigit TS4 (https://www.caldigit.com/thunderbolt-station-4/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Scott Kelby joins us this week to talk about travel photography, using the years of experience he’s gained and now collected into his new book The Travel Photography Book. We often want to start by figuring out what gear to bring, but Scott makes that point that there are far more important things to consider first. Guest: Scott Kelby: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/scottkelby/), website (https://scottkelby.com/) Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-118-kelby)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) The Travel Photography Book (https://rockynook.com/shop/photography/the-travel-photography-book/ref/251/?campaign=photoactive) ThinkTank Photo Turnstyle 10 (https://amzn.to/3lHV0QP) Platypod Ultra (https://amzn.to/3PL8w48) Topaz Sharpen AI (https://www.topazlabs.com/sharpen-ai) ON1 Resize AI (https://www.on1.com/products/resize) DJI Mini 3 Pro (https://www.popphoto.com/gear-reviews/dji-mini-3-pro-review/) 500px (https://500px.com) Pinterest (https://pinterest.com) Spanish Synagogue (https://express.adobe.com/page/N8T5y8eb1vfwf/) A Week with Jay Maisel (https://members.kelbyone.com/course/jmaisel_paris/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: SanDisk 1TB Extreme PRO Portable SSD (https://amzn.to/3PrAPV2) Kirk: Smash His Camera (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1280015/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
In episode 110, Kirk and Jeff talked about dealing with distortion when you’re editing your photos. Now we’re happy to welcome portrait photographer and educator John Cornicello to discuss distortion when you’re photographing. You know those grids of headshots that demonstrate how wide-angle lenses cause distorted features? They’re wrong, and John explains why. Guest: John Cornicello: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/johncornicello/), website (https://cornicello.com/) Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-117-cornicello)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Anatomy of a Studio Portrait (https://cornicello.com/portrait-book), by John Cornicello Episode 110: Distortion (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-110-distortion) Photographic Lenses and Shutters, 1940 (https://amzn.to/3l82Bb3), by Richard W St Clair Dolly vs Zoom and perspective in photography (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-iL-D1ia4Q) Our Snapshots: Jeff: AeroPress Go (https://amzn.to/3l4qPTE) Kirk: Cranberry Margarita Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Is an iPad good for photo editing? It can be great for slimming your amount of gear on a trip, but what tradeoffs are involved? In this episode, Jeff and Kirk look at using an iPad or iPad Pro in a photography workflow, from importing images to culling and sorting to editing the photos. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-116-ipad-photo-editing)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) USB-C and Thunderbolt: Understanding Ports and Cables for Macs and iPads - The Mac Security Blog (https://www.intego.com/mac-security-blog/usb-c-and-thunderbolt-understanding-ports-and-cables-for-macs-and-ipads/) Apple USB-C to SD Card Reader (https://amzn.to/3vrPho7) Best USB-C memory card readers, Macworld (https://www.macworld.com/article/230320/best-usb-c-memory-card-readers.html) Take Control of Untangling Connections (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/untangling/), by Glenn Fleishman Capture One for iPad (https://www.captureone.com/en/capture-one-for-ipad) First impressions: ON1 360 is a cloud-based alternative to Lightroom's ecosystem (https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/first-impressions-on1-360-is-a-cloud-based-alternative-to-lightroom-s-ecosystem), DPReview Mylio (https://mylio.com) RAW Power (https://www.gentlemencoders.com) YINVA Cover Compatible with Apple Pencil Tips Silicone Nib Cap Accessories (https://amzn.to/3y5VHLc) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Fujifilm X100V (https://amzn.to/3OKIwW8) Kirk: Blind Gary Davis: Harlem Street Singer (https://amzn.to/3ExfmFf) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Millions of people take billions of photos using the built-in Camera app on their iPhones, so we wanted to do an episode all about the clever and sometimes hidden capabilities of this camera that’s always with you. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-115-iphone-camera)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Outsmart Your iPhone Camera's Overzealous AI (https://www.popphoto.com/how-to/outsmart-iphone-overzealous-ai/) Episode 102: The iPhone 13 Pro Cameras (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-102-iphone13pro) Our Snapshots: Jeff: OWC 0GB Mercury Elite Pro Dual RAID USB 3.1 / eSATA Enclosure Kit (https://amzn.to/3u9D1aX) Kirk: Cocktail Codex (https://amzn.to/3O0OAJI) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
An offhand remark from our guest Bryan Jones when he was a guest on a previous episode stuck with us: “You know color doesn’t actually exist, right?” We had to invite him back to explain! Jones, a retinal neuroscientist, explains that color is really a shared hallucination and talks about how photographers can take advantage of this knowledge. Guest: Bryan William Jones: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/bw_jones/), website (https://prometheus.med.utah.edu/~bwjones/), Flickr (https://www.flickr.com/photos/bwjones/with/50832021871/) Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-114-jones-color)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 90: Bryan William Jones on How We See (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-90-jones) MacVoices #22054: Kirk McElhearn on Appreciating Black and White Photography (1) (http://www.macvoices.com/macvoices-22054-kirk-mcelhearn-on-appreciating-black-and-white-photography-1/) The Camera, Ansel Adams (https://amzn.to/3LvptfN) The Negative, Ansel Adams (https://amzn.to/38iJeck) The Print, Ansel Adams (https://amzn.to/3DsQE8k) CORONA satellite (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CORONA_(satellite)) Leica M8 Review (https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/leicam8), DPReview Arts and Ideas podcast episode on color (https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p09yjmsw) Sanna Dullaway, artist who colorizes black and white photos (https://www.redbubble.com/people/SannaDullaway/) INCREDIBLE IMAGES: Artist adds color to famous black and white photos (https://abc7.com/art-photography-black-and-white-photos-colorized-images/312519/) Apple QuickTake Camera (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_QuickTake), Wikipedia Wings of Desire, Wim Wenders (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093191/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: UCOMX Nano 3 in 1 Wireless Charger, Magnetic Foldable Charging Station (https://amzn.to/3Db2kws) Kirk: Loupedeck Live (https://amzn.to/3IUhKGv) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Apple announced the Mac Studio, a brand new M1-based desktop Mac that smokes the performance of even the Mac Pro. But is it a good machine for photographers? Jeff and Kirk discuss what’s interesting about the Mac Studio and the new Studio Display. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-113-mac-studio)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode #16 - Buying and Selling Camera Gear (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-16-buy-sell-gear) MPB (https://www.mpb.com/) Mac Studio (https://www.apple.com/mac-studio/) iStatMenus (https://bjango.com/mac/istatmenus/) Studio Display (https://www.apple.com/studio-display/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Reincubate Camo (https://reincubate.com/camo) Kirk: DPReview TV: Fujifilm vs. Sigma X-mount prime lenses compared (https://youtu.be/O9n36QWs_OU) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Dan Bracaglia joins us again to talk about that perennial problem: rekindling the joy of photography. Especially in winter, it’s easy to remain uninspired about photography, when in fact we know that there are image possibilities everywhere. We chat about some unusual steps to find fun in photography. Guest: Dan Bracaglia: Instagram (http://instagram.com/thelondonbroil/), website (https://www.thelondonbroil.com/) Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk McElhearn: website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-112-bracaglia)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) More Than Fun, David DuChemin (https://www.abeautifulanarchy.com/podcast/episode-079), A Beautiful Anarchy podcast Opinion: Ode to the 'happy accident' or why film photographers have more fun (https://www.dpreview.com/opinion/2689723039/film-fridays-ode-to-the-happy-accident), Dan Bracaglia, DPReview Panda Lab (http://pandalab.com) Episode 109: Joe McNally Is The Real Deal (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-109-mcnally) Episode 36: Photographing with Constraints (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-36-constraints) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Shimoda Filter Wrap 100 (https://shimodadesigns.com/filter-wrap-100/) Kirk: Modern Color (https://amzn.to/3C9aRzq), Fred Herzog Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Tom Watson and Stefan Borsje created the Glass app as a way to get back to the experience of enjoying photography, without the endless pursuit of engagement metrics and traffic and all the things other apps (cough Instagram cough) do that detracts from it. We talk to them about the Glass approach, the new iPad app, and the upcoming web version. Guests: Tom Watson (website (https://glass.photo/tom)) Stefan Borsje (website (https://glass.photo/sborsje)) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson), Jeff on Glass (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn), Kirk on Glass (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-111-glass)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Glass app (https://glass.photo/) Glass on the Web preview (https://glass.photo/highlights/our-next-platform) Jeff’s Glass Profile (https://glass.photo/jeff-carlson) Kirk’s Glass Profile (https://glass.photo/mcelhearn) Glass on iPad (https://glass.photo/highlights/ipad) Glass Feedback Board (https://feedback.glass.photo/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Apple AirPods Max (https://amzn.to/3BuwiKQ) Kirk: XP-PEN Deco mini7W Wireless Graphics Drawing Tablet (https://amzn.to/3JfCEjM) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
What can you do when shooting with a wide lens introduces unwanted optical distortion in your photos? In this episode, Kirk and Jeff look at ways to correct for distortion, including correcting for horizontal and vertical planes, in apps such as Lightroom, Capture One, and Pixelmator Pro. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Follow the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-110-distortion)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Adobe Lightroom (https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom.html) Capture One (https://www.captureone.com/) Pixelmator Pro (https://pixelmator.com/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: HeroClip (https://amzn.to/3HutXSe) Kirk: Hotshoe Magazine (http://hotshoemagazine.com) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Joe McNally, who humbly refers to himself as a “working photographer,” has shot everything from high-concept editorial to the Olympic games, and established a reputation as one of the most generous photographers in the business. We talked with Joe about his dogged start on the streets of 1970s New York City and how he’s built his career, which he chronicles in his new book, The Real Deal: Field Notes from the Life of a Working Photographer (https://rockynook.com/shop/photography/the-real-deal/ref/251/?campaign=pcom). Guest: Joe McNally (website (https://joemcnally.com/), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/joemcnallyphoto/)) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-109-mcnally)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) The Real Deal: Field Notes from the Life of a Working Photographer (https://rockynook.com/shop/photography/the-real-deal/ref/251/?campaign=pa), by Joe McNally Faces of Ground Zero photos (https://www.facesofgroundzero.com/) Faces of Ground Zero project (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Faces_of_Ground_Zero), Wikipedia Our Snapshots: Jeff: Apple Magic Keyboard (https://www.apple.com/ipad-keyboards/) Kirk: Apple MagSafe Battery Pack (https://leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/m/m11-black) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
The new masking features in Adobe Lightroom and Lightroom Classic make it much easier to apply selective edits to areas such as skies or subjects, without a lot of manual fiddling. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Follow the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-108-masks)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Adobe Lightroom (https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom.html) Pixelmator Pro (https://pixelmator.com/) Episode #11 - Selective Photo Editing (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-11-selective-editing) Our Snapshots: Jeff: MacBook Pro 2021 (https://www.apple.com/macbook-pro-14-and-16/) Kirk: Capture One 22 (https://www.captureone.com/en/new-update/capture-one-22) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
You shot a lovely portrait and realized later that the background could benefit from some artistic blur. It used to be that if you didn’t get it in camera, you were stuck. But now it’s possible to recreate that blur using AI features in software later. Or, if you captured the shot using the iPhone’s Portrait Mode, you can edit the effect whenever you want. Is the software option really worth doing? Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Follow the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-107-ai-bokeh)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 106: PhotoActive 2021 Gift Guide (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-106-gift-guide) Episode 20: The Blur-That-Shall-Not-Be-Named (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-20-bokeh) Pixelmator Pro (https://www.pixelmator.com/tutorials/resources/advanced-automation-and-scripting-with-applescript/) Episode 105: Aaron Hockley and Computational Photography (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-105-hockley-ai) Halide app (https://halide.cam/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Green Extreme batteries (https://amzn.to/3yfvfgb) Kirk: Expert Shield screen protector (https://amzn.to/3lLyIhF) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
When they set out to produce a gift guide—the first one in three years—Kirk and Jeff chose items that really reflect how they approach photography, and items that hopefully aren’t on every other photo gift guide out there. This episode covers a gamut of price ranges and interests, so something is sure to appeal to you as the giver or the receiver this holiday. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Follow the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-106-gift-guide)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 29: Christmas Gift Guide (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-29-christmas-gift-guide) Photocombobulate Episode 8 Holiday Gift Guide (https://www.photocombobulate.com/episodes/8) PhotoActive Episode 94: All About SD Cards (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-94-sd-cards) Mesh Laundry Bag (https://amzn.to/3wSz3Uc) Peak Design Everyday Sling bags - 10L $150 (https://amzn.to/3Cf4Yz2) Peak Design Cuff (https://amzn.to/3qI8tf5) William Eggleston: The Outlands - $385 (https://amzn.to/3HBob1U) The Real Deal, by Joe McNally (https://rockynook.com/shop/photography/the-real-deal/ref/251/?campaign=photocombobulate) (Get 40% off using the code CARLSON40.) Apple Lightning to SD Card Camera Reader - $29 (https://amzn.to/3HngZX7) Biolite Rechargeable Headlamp (https://amzn.to/3DkwCfi) Alec Soth: Photographic Storytelling | Magnum Learn - $99 (https://www.magnumphotos.com/learn/course/alec-soth-photographic-storytelling/) Apple Pencil (https://amzn.to/3qMESl3) Balvenie Week of Peat Whiskey (https://us.thebalvenie.com/stories/the-week-of-peat) YESPLZ Coffee Subscription (https://yesplz.coffee) Kirk’s Books: - Take Control of macOS Media Apps (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/media-apps/) - Take Control of Scrivener (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/scrivener-3/) - Take Control of Audio Hijack (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/audio-hijack/) - Take Control of Launchbar (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/launchbar/) Jeff’s Books: - Take Control of Apple Watch (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/apple-watch/) - Take Control of Your Digital Storage (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/digital-storage/) - Take Control of Managing Your Files (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/managing-files) - Take Control of Your Digital Photos (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/digital-photos/) - The Photographer’s Guide to Luminar AI (https://rockynook.com/shop/photography/the-photographers-guide-to-luminar-ai/ref/251/?campaign=photoactive) (Get 40% off using the code CARLSON40.) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Artificial intelligence, machine learning, computational photography…whichever term you use, the technologies are here and touching almost every part of the photos you’re making. Our guest this week is Aaron Hockley, author of the book The Computer Ate My Photos: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Photography, and he’s here to help us unravel this brave new world (and convince us that he’s not a robot). Guest: Aaron Hockley (website (https://techphotoguy.com/), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/techphotoguy/)) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-105-hockley-ai)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) The Computer Ate My Photos: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Photography (https://amzn.to/3qonCSQ), by Aaron Hockley AI Needs Regulating Before It’s Too Late (https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2021/nov/01/the-guardian-view-on-spooky-science-ai-needs-regulating-before-its-too-late), The Guardian ImagenAI (https://www.imagen-ai.com) Episode 104: The Leica Episode (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-104-leica) Jeff’s Sierra Nevada Photo Trip (https://www.photocombobulate.com/episodes/episode6), Photocombobulate Podcast TechPhotoGuy (https://techphotoguy.com/), Aaron’s website Our Snapshots: Jeff: Apple TV 4K (2021) (https://amzn.to/30jiViv) Kirk: Apple MagSafe Battery Pack (https://amzn.to/3n4SW6V) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
The day has arrived: Kirk finally purchased his dream camera, the Leica Q2 Monochrom. Why would someone pay for a camera that shoots only in black and white? In this episode, we talk about the advantages of a sensor without RGB, how shooting with the Q2 Monochrom is changing the way Kirk shoots, and processing the images in Capture One. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Follow the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-104-leica)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Leica Q2 Monochrom (https://us.leica-camera.com/Photography/Leica-Q/Leica-Q2-Monochrom) Episode 92: Sensors and Megapixels with Richard Butler (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-92-butler) Cycling through the crop lines (https://leicarumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Leica-Q2-frame-lines.gif) Capture One (https://www.captureone.com/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Shimoda Explore v2 (https://shimodadesigns.com/explore-v2-30-starter-kit/) Kirk: Eyes Wide Open! 100 Years of Leica Photography (https://amzn.to/3GlTH36) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Does the thought of posing people for portraits make you nervous? Our guest this week is fashion and portrait photographer Lindsay Adler, whose book The Photographer’s Guide to Posing will calm your nerves and give you the tools to make beautiful photos of people. Lindsay talks about how she prepares for a portrait shoot, techniques to encourage great poses, working with everyday people compared to working with models, and much more. Guest: Lindsay Adler (website (https://lindsayadlerphotography.com/), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/lindsayadler_photo/)) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-103-lindsay-adler)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) The Photographer’s Guide to Posing (https://rockynook.com/shop/topics-and-techniques/posing/the-photographers-guide-to-posing/ref/251/?campaign=photoactive), by Lindsay Adler Photographing Challenging Features class (https://www.creativelive.com/class/photographing-challenging-features-lindsay-adler), CreativeLive Episode 35: Martin Parr Shot My Portrait (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-35-parr) Lindsay Adler Photography site (https://www.lindsayadlerphotography.com/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Anker Power Strip Surge Protector, 12 Outlets & 3 USB Ports with Flat Plug, 6ft Extension Cord, PowerIQ (https://amzn.to/3lPCOpz) Kirk: Peak Design Everyday Sling (https://www.peakdesign.com/collections/everyday-bags/products/everyday-sling) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
It’s Apple’s best iPhone ever! Well, yes, they say that every year, but this time around the camera improvements are more exciting than in the past. In this episode, we look at what’s new, from the sizes of the lenses and sensors themselves to the Cinematic and Macro modes, in the iPhone 13 Pro. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Follow the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-102-iphone13pro)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) On set with iPhone 13 Pro Featuring 2x Oscar® Winner Kathryn Bigelow | Apple (https://youtu.be/c3CZX-lnAIc) iPhone 13 Pro camera switching issue (https://youtu.be/HB64KvZld5o) Episode 92: Sensors and Megapixels with Richard Butler (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-92-butler) Why we're excited about the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Yy-zMCor74), DPReview TV What Does Cinematic Really Mean? (https://youtu.be/ZbByKUDJlbI) Our Snapshots: Jeff: 2020 Unmasked (https://www.2020unmaskedbook.com/) Kirk: Godox TT350 (https://amzn.to/3CHwSo8) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
What does it mean to really practice your craft? In this episode we welcome back photographer and educator Ben Long to PhotoActive to talk about his wonderful new book The Practicing Photographer: Essays on Developing Your Photographic Practice. We talk about why practice involves more than grabbing your camera every once in a while, about getting out of creative ruts, and the value of studying other photographers’ works. Guest: Ben Long (Complete Digital Photography (https://completedigitalphotography.com/), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/benlong100/)) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-101-ben-long)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) The Practicing Photographer: Essays on Developing Your Photographic Practice (https://completedigitalphotography.com/the-practicing-photographer/), by Ben Long Insta Repeat (https://www.instagram.com/insta_repeat/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Spigen S350 Apple Watch Stand (https://amzn.to/3tOHK01) Kirk: Ingmar Bergman’s Cinema (https://amzn.to/3luU7e1) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
In the very early days of the PhotoActive podcast, when Jeff was a nervous first-time podcast host, Kirk said to him, “It’s OK. Once you do a hundred of these, you’ll be better.” Well, here we are! Episode 100! To celebrate, we’re showcasing some of our favorite episodes and sharing what we’ve learned from them. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Follow the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-100)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Intego Mac Podcast (https://podcast.intego.com) The Next Track Podcast (https://www.thenexttrack.com) Write Now with Scrivener Podcast (https://podcast.scrivenerapp.com) Take Control of Scrivener 3 (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/scrivener-3/) Episode 44: Minimalist Photographer Michael Kenna (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-44-kenna) Episode 74: Michael Kenna and His New Book 'Buddha' (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-74-kenna) Episode #8 - Gordon Laing on Taking Great Photos In Camera (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-8-gordon-laing) Episode #10 - Quintin Lake's Long Photo Walk (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-10-quintin-lake) Episode 82: Quintin Lake Returns (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-82-quintin) Episode 35: Martin Parr Shot My Portrait (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-35-parr) Episode 70: One-Light Portraits with Sandra Coan (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-70-coan) Episode 79: Professional Retouching with Lisa Carney (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-79-carney) Episode 78: Everyday Photo Retouching (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-78-retouch) Episode #5 - Wenmei Hill Interview (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-5-wenmei-hill) Episode 43: Autofocus with Rishi Sanyal (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-43-autofocus) Episode 54: Product Photography with Dan Bracaglia (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-54-bracaglia) Episode 85: Film Camera Love with Dan Bracaglia (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-85-film-bracaglia) Episode 65: Barney Britton on the Future of the Camera Industry (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-65-britton) Episode 67: Chris Niccolls on Making Videos about Photography (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-67-niccolls) Episode 86: Jordan Drake on Shooting Video (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-86-drake) Episode 92: Sensors and Megapixels with Richard Butler (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-92-butler) Episode #26 - RAW Power 2.0 (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-26-raw-power) Episode 38: Levels and Curves with Nik Bhatt (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-38-levels-curves) Episode 62: Photos App Extensions with Nik Bhatt (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-62-extensions) Rocky Nook (http://rockynook.com) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Where are your photos stored? Internal disks, external drives, network-attached storage? In this episode, Kirk and Jeff talk about strategies for where to put and access all those digital files your cameras create. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-99-storage)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 37: Backups and 360-degree Cameras (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-37-backups-360) Take Control of Your Digital Storage (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/digital-storage/), by Jeff Carlson Our Snapshots: Jeff: DriveDx (https://binaryfruit.com/drivedx) Kirk: Carbon Copy Cloner (https://bombich.com) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
There are all sorts of camera accessories out there, but for this episode, Kirk and Jeff challenged themselves to consider only add-ons that stay affixed to a camera all (or most) of the time. From additional shutter buttons to thumb rests and screen protectors, we look at whether these items are worth consideration, and if they help or hinder one’s photographic experience. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-98-accessories)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 95: Lens Filters Are Cool (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-95-filters) Foto&Tech Soft Shutter Release Button (https://amzn.to/3ChG1o1) Fujifilm MHG-XE4 Metal Hand Grip for X-E4, Black (https://amzn.to/3f4z8wb) Fujifilm VG-XT4 Vertical Battery Grip (https://amzn.to/2VzZ0ZM), the “Big-Ass Grip” mentioned in the episode. The model for Jeff’s X-T3 is no longer available; this is the one for the X-T4. Haoge THB-XB Metal Hot Shoe Thumb Up Rest Hand Grip for Fujifilm Fuji FinePix X-E4 X100F X-100F X-Pro2 XPro2 X-Pro3 XPro3 Accessories Camera Black (https://amzn.to/3iZXEjn) Fujifilm Fuji XT4 L Plate L-Shape Bracket Holder Aluminum Alloy Quick Release Plate (https://amzn.to/3CoUvlI) (This is one for a Fujifilm X-T4; find an L-bracket that matches your camera.) Colorado Tripod Arca Plates 40mm Universal Arca Swiss Quick Release Plate for Tripod Ball Head with Hand-Adjustable Stainless Steel Screw & Removable Rear Stopper (https://amzn.to/3xq27Rh) Peak Design Cuff (https://www.peakdesign.com/products/cuff) Luma Labs QD Loop with QD Mount (https://luma-labs.com/pages/QD-loop-3-5) Peak Design Anchor Links (https://www.peakdesign.com/products/anchor-links) Tempered glass screen protector (https://amzn.to/3Cpfk0o) SmallRig Cages and Accessories (https://www.smallrig.com) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Marine Traffic app (http://marinetraffic.com/) Kirk: Dyson V11 Torque Drive Cordless Vacuum Cleaner (https://amzn.to/3i9x9Zr) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1628233636916-112UPMAHVHUXTNMZTYWK/red-shutter-button_2048px.jpeg?format=750w https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1628233676402-YHHW6TXVBDMXZBL8WZOZ/l-bracket_2048px.jpeg?format=750w https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1628239467777-PJFNNQKRC6Y75R2ZCR21/thumb-grip_2048px.jpg?format=750w
William Neill’s photographic career began in the Ansel Adams Gallery and continues as a long-time resident near Yosemite, leading one-on-one tours and writing about the craft in columns and books. We talk about his latest book, Light on the Landscape, and how his vision of the splendor in his backyard has changed over the years. Guest: William Neill: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/williamneill/), website (https://williamneill.com/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-97-neill)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Light on the Landscape (https://portfolios.williamneill.com/portfolio/C0000FtMbDdkvkOw/G0000KP4lxvRTCu4), by William Neill The Ansel Adams Gallery (https://www.anseladams.com) Desert Cantos (https://amzn.to/3iG7gzy), by Richard Misrach Cape Light (https://amzn.to/3kMarbr), by Joel Meyerowitz Landscapes of the Spirit (https://portfolios.williamneill.com/portfolio/C0000FtMbDdkvkOw/G0000KP4lxvRTCu4), by William Neill Hardbound special edition of Light on the Landscape (https://portfolios.williamneill.com/portfolio/C0000ug6jCXk0Cx0/G0000w4dfN5dLNps) Our Snapshots: Jeff: TripMode (https://tripmode.ch) Kirk: Sasuke (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Masahisa-Fukase-Sasuke-Tomo-Kosuga/dp/2365113109/), by Masahisa Fukase Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1627021847750-G2D2BCA19FVI2C7922JJ/Lightonthelandscape-Cover-lg_2048px.jpg?format=750w https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1627021885911-814QQ3UWULNQWIOTHTL2/Ansel+Adams+and+William+Neill%2C__%C2%A9William+Neill_2048px.jpeg?format=750w https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1627021923758-HLGWFORMWJO420ADWNLK/Bill+Neill+by+Joel+Meyerowitz_2048px.jpeg?format=750w https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1627021997321-9DPX7VDUPM7RQSZ5P1WM/cat-picture_2048px.png?format=750w
We’d bet that a sizable portion of the DSLR or mirrorless camera market wouldn’t exist if it weren’t for parents wanting to take photos of their kids. Too often, though, people think that just buying a “good camera” will ensure good photos. Then they discover just how fast kids move. In this episode, Kirk and Jeff talk about overcoming challenges unique to photographing children using traditional cameras. (And why using an iPhone instead can be a better option most of the time.) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/)
Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-96-kids)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Fuji 35mm f/1.4 (https://amzn.to/2Umqwtj) DPReview Fuji Primes video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W59W5F4zEgk) Episode 70: One-Light Portraits with Sandra Coan (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-70-coan) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Softbox Diffuser for LED Video Light Panel (https://amzn.to/3h2OFhq) Kirk: Fujifilm MHG-XE4 Metal Hand Grip for X-E4 (https://amzn.to/3ABHHI4) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1625617236403-8BQITGQE8BYANF2OXCYU/XE400579_2048px.JPG?format=1500w https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1625617299666-WLSR1NRWJ3TEX09ATJRZ/_JLC9933_2048px.jpg?format=1500w https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1625617348474-U6XGV9JFKC4AX1N8O8SL/_JLC0219_2048px.jpg?format=1500w https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1625617397624-7ZCFCKJPBNP90XA0S4AX/summer-portrait_2048px.jpeg?format=1500w https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1625617442167-RFDR47JC8R1OJ22MSSPN/fleur-and-flower_2048px.jpeg?format=1500w https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1625617542330-CZEGN5PSKK24T2Y2F3F6/XE400582-lightroom-edit_2048px.jpg?format=1500w https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1625617481139-SGIMZAYNL1J2MW85ET4U/Selfie+Laughter_2048px.jpeg?format=1500w
We’re talking filters in this episode—not the kind you apply in Instagram to make your photos look different, but actual glass filters that change how light passes through the lens. Neutral density (ND) filters, circular polarizing (CPL) filters, infrared (IR) filters, and the debate over whether ultraviolet (UV) filters are worthless junk or actually useful. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-95-filters)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Hoya: How Black & White Filters Work (https://hoyafilterusa.com/pages/how-black-white-filters-work) Breakthrough Photography (https://breakthrough.photography) Infrared Photography with the Hoya R72 Filter (https://hoyafilter.com/reviews/infrared_photography_with_the_hoya_r72_filter/) Episode 86: Jordan Drake on Shooting Video (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-86-drake) Episode 69: What to Print, with Rick LePage (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-69-lepage) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Printerville (https://printerville.net) Kirk: Lake Pictures (https://www.lucindadevlin.com/lake-pictures), by Lucinda Devlin Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1624612786518-ANQWSMY2VSWISVTCCYN7/camp-dog_2048px.jpg?format=750w https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1624612807450-E4KACB2POXLXEC3P0CYY/Broken_UV_Filter_2048px.jpg?format=750w https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1624612859654-HA9CKYL84DDSTSAWKS3U/breakthrough-filters_2048px.jpeg?format=750w https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1624612932926-B70XBVH3RQW0994IJBN1/infrared-bw.jpeg?format=750w https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/1624613012351-7625QDA3ZY0QPDDFQSMV/infrared-color.JPG?format=750w
You can shoot the most amazing photos using the best gear you can afford, but it doesn’t mean anything if the pixels you capture aren’t saved to a storage card. In this episode, Kirk and Jeff talk about SD cards: what do the symbols on the card stand for? What speeds are good? How best to transfer images from the camera to the computer? What capacities should you buy? If your camera includes two card slots, do you write to them sequentially or for simultaneous backup? And how in the world did Jeff manage to shoot a Hawaiian sunset and end up with zero images? Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-94-sd-cards)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) SD memory cards: The features and specifications to look for (https://www.macworld.com/article/3208766/sd-memory-cards-the-features-and-specifications-to-look-for.html) Charge and connect with the USB-C port on your iPad – Apple Support (https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT209186) The Best USB-C Memory Card Readers (https://jeffcarlson.com/2017/07/26/the-best-usb-c-memory-card-readers/) Update to My USB-C Memory Card Reader Article: Verbatim (https://jeffcarlson.com/2017/09/25/update-to-my-usb-c-memory-card-reader-article-verbatim/) The 16 Best USB-C Cables and Adapters 2021 | Reviews by Wirecutter (https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-usb-c-cables/) Cig Harvey (Instagram) (https://www.instagram.com/cigharvey/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: NITECORE FX1 Digital USB Camera Battery Charger (https://amzn.to/3fG0cTk) Kirk: Blue Violet (https://amzn.to/3vR3ysa), by Cig Harvey Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Do you capture photos using your camera’s automatic modes, or do you shoot using manual settings? Jeff and Kirk debate both approaches, looking at situations where each is appropriate and clarifying which features constitute “auto” modes. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-93-p-mode)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 89: Buttons and Knobs (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-89-buttons) Opinion: Do we really need all those buttons and dials? (https://www.dpreview.com/opinion/7523560589/opinion-do-we-really-need-all-those-buttons-and-dials), Kirk’s article at DPReview David Hockney: The Arrival of Spring, Normandy, 2020, Royal Academy of Arts (https://www.royalacademy.org.uk/exhibition/david-hockney) David Hockney: The Arrival of Spring, Normandy 2020 Hardback (https://shop.royalacademy.org.uk/ra-edit/exhibitions/david-hockney-the-arrival-of-spring-normandy/david-hockney-the-arrival-of-spring-normandy-2020-hb) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Glide Gear TMP100 Adjustable iPad/ Tablet/ Smartphone Teleprompter (https://amzn.to/3fi8lgg) Kirk: Spring Is Not Cancelled (https://amzn.to/3wAVUls), David Hockney and Martin Gayford Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Camera marketing often leans heavily on sensor size and numbers of megapixels, because those are numbers that are easy to sell. But are they easy to understand? When does an APS-C sensor outperform a medium format one? Are larger pixels better? Should Jeff take the plunge and buy the 100 megapixel Fujifilm GFX 100S? Our guest Richard Butler, technical editor at DPReview, helps clarify how sensor sizes and megapixels affect the way you shoot photos. Guest: Richard Butler: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/marwood_abroad/), website (https://www.dpreview.com/about/staff/richard)
Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-92-butler)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Image Sensor Formats, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image_sensor_format) Adobe Super Resolution (https://blog.adobe.com/en/publish/2021/03/10/from-the-acr-team-super-resolution.html#gs.0rq9sw) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Exposure (https://www.hulu.com/series/exposure-43a5ca36-02d8-451c-9c98-e5a0d4860e48), Netflix Kirk: Videos about photographers curated by Masters of Photography (https://mastersof.photography/free-films) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
In episode 87, we explored Kirk’s workflow for importing and editing images into Apple’s Photos app. Now, we revisit the topic by focusing on how Jeff works with photos on the iOS side, using both the Photos app and Lightroom on the iPhone and iPad. And has Jeff fallen in love with presets? Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-91-ios-workflows)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 87: Apple Photos Workflow on Mac (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-87-photos-mac) Episode 83: Raw and ProRAW on the iPhone (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-83-proraw) Snapseed (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/snapseed/id439438619) Our Snapshots: Jeff: UTEBIT Heavy Duty Tripod Camera Mount Clip Clamp (https://amzn.to/330Bfe2) Kirk: LiveScan app (https://www.gentlemencoders.com/livescan/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/608b37ffec8c257172c1123a/1619736610591/photos-mac-edit-bar-light.png?format=500w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/608b3847f8aff3614590bc3d/1619736667040/photos-ios-preset-noir.png?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/608b3ada8859cd006c9c56cf/1619737329883/margarita.jpeg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/608b3866014e107d6b0f4ea0/1619736773755/photos-long-exp-button.PNG?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/608b3866014e107d6b0f4ea0/1619736773755/photos-long-exp-button.PNG?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/608b38e43eb86c6513bd0e80/1619736839094/photos-long-exp-result.jpeg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/608b39167907c526ec2f98db/1619736892516/portrait-jeff-default.jpeg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/608b394315e1e03fd6899f7e/1619737011499/portrait-f1-4.PNG?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/608b3981e17e47642b25c2e7/1619737020920/portrait-f16.PNG?format=750w
Retinal neuroscientist Bryan William Jones joins us this week for a fascinating discussion about how our eyes, brains, and technology work together to create and record images. Can we apply the understanding of the way we see to the way the camera sees? Guest: Bryan William Jones: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/bw_jones/), website (https://prometheus.med.utah.edu/~bwjones/) Flickr (https://www.flickr.com/photos/bwjones/with/50832021871/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-90-jones)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Amblyopia - Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amblyopia) How a 19th-Century Photographic Technique Erased a Māori Tradition (https://hyperallergic.com/499222/how-a-19th-century-photographic-technique-erased-a-maori-tradition/) Leica M10 Monochrom (https://us.leica-camera.com/Photography/Leica-M/Leica-M10-Monochrom) Moran Eye Center at University of Utah (https://healthcare.utah.edu/moran/) Jonathan M. Singer, author of Botanica Magnifica | Abbeville Press (https://www.abbeville.com/authors/jonathan-m-singer-71) [Credit: Photo of Bryan William Jones by Chris Michel (https://www.instagram.com/chris_michel/)] Our Snapshots: Jeff: YESPLZ Coffee (https://www.yesplz.coffee) Kirk: Spirit Stones: The Ancient Art of the Scholar's Rock (https://amzn.to/3t9ZrGc) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
The experience of using a camera is just as important as what you put in front of the lens. If the controls are complicated — or too minimal — you wind up focusing on the camera, not the images. In this episode, we count buttons and deliberate whether today's cameras are helping or hindering photographers. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-89-buttons)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) DPReview X-E4 Review (https://youtu.be/rrdvhuIuoiI) Episode 71: The Exposure Square (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-71-exposure-square) Episode 47: Jeff Becomes an Event Photographer (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-47-jeff-event) Fujifilm X-E 4: The Camera Designed for Prime Lenses (https://kirkville.com/fujifilm-x-e-4-the-camera-designed-for-prime-lenses/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Elgato Cam Link 4K (https://amzn.to/3sJm7wF) Kirk: Fujinon 27mm f/2.8 (https://amzn.to/3dvFKly) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
How has the past pandemic year affected or changed your photography? Kirk and Jeff discuss not just cancelled trips and lost opportunities, but also the process of getting back into the habit of photography as we hopefully head toward a vaccinated, post-Covid reality. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/)
Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-88-year-that-was)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode #13 - Aspect Ratios and Why They're Important (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-13-aspect-ratios) Episode 74: Michael Kenna and His New Book 'Buddha' (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-74-kenna) Alec Soth Photographic Storytelling (https://www.magnumphotos.com/learn/course/alec-soth-photographic-storytelling/) Episode 77: Photo a Day Challenge (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-77-photo-a-day) Gordon Laing: Rode Wireless Go II review: PERFECT wireless mic? (https://youtu.be/aeVhepR6Tj4) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Rode Wireless Go Microphones (https://amzn.to/2N1ZMLr) Kirk: Alec Soth YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHIxfgu7HE9_Tok9OGNrQ_g) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Apple’s Photos app is the photo-editor-for-the-rest-of-us, but there are still complications that can trip up any photographer, from deciding where to import images to making sure you don’t max out your iCloud storage. In this episode, Kirk and Jeff look at Kirk’s unusual workflow for getting his photos into Apple’s Photos and editing them on macOS. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Join the PhotoActive Listeners’ Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-87-photos-mac)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) RAW FILE CONVERTER EX powered by SILKYPIX | Software | FUJIFILM Digital Camera X Series & GFX – UK (https://fujifilm-x.com/en-gb/support/download/software/raw-file-converter-ex-powered-by-silkypix/) Episode 54: Product Photography with Dan Bracaglia — PhotoActive Podcast (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-54-bracaglia) Episode 38: Levels and Curves with Nik Bhatt — PhotoActive Podcast (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-38-levels-curves) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Clean your tripod (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gd6BID84cw) Kirk: Stonehenge Stone Circle Experience | English Heritage (https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/stonehenge/things-to-do/stone-circle-access-visits/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Your camera likely records video, but if you've never used it, you may be in for a surprise. DPReview TV co-host Jordan Drake joins us to talk about how shooting video on a DSLR or mirrorless camera differs from shooting stills. Guest: Jordan Drake: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thatjordandrake/) DPReview Page (https://www.dpreview.com/about/staff/jordan.drake) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-86-drake)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 67: Chris Niccolls on Making Videos about Photography (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-67-niccolls) Episode 71: The Exposure Square (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-71-exposure-square) DPReview TV: Canon EOS 90D Review (https://youtu.be/NSMegftaVCc) DPReview TV: Is Jordan Out of Touch? (https://youtu.be/rlxUhplLAv4) DJI RSC 2 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer (https://amzn.to/2ZrVWhj) Why Raw video might not be the game-changer you expect (https://www.dpreview.com/articles/0330903756/why-raw-video-might-not-be-the-game-changer-you-expect), DPReview DPReview TV: How to set exposure when shooting video (https://youtu.be/1nBfrqRd_oE) Our Snapshots: Jeff: FEELWORLD F5 Pro 5.5 Inch Touch Screen DSLR Camera Field Monitor (https://amzn.to/3p9tkDD) Kirk: Alec Soth Photographic Storytelling (https://www.magnumphotos.com/learn/course/alec-soth-photographic-storytelling/): Use code START-LEARNING at checkout for 20% off. Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Dan Bracaglia of DPReview joins us to talk about his love of film cameras, how to get started with film in this day and age, and the enduring appeal of analog photography. Guest: Dan Bracaglia: Instagram (http://instagram.com/thelondonbroil/), website (https://www.thelondonbroil.com) DPReview Page (https://www.dpreview.com/about/staff/dan.bracaglia) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-85-film-bracaglia)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 54: Product Photography with Dan Bracaglia (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-54-bracaglia) Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Film Photography: Part 1 Getting Started (https://www.dpreview.com/articles/1120365687/the-absolute-beginner-s-guide-to-film-photography-part-1-getting-started), DPReview Michael Kenna: Holga (https://amzn.to/3oQ92is) The Absolute beginner’s guide to film photography: What you need to know - B&W film (https://www.dpreview.com/articles/7549768401/the-absolute-beginner-s-guide-to-film-photography-what-you-need-to-know-b-w-film), DPReview Panda Labs (http://pandalab.com) Moon Photo Lab (https://www.moonphotolab.com/) Retro Cameras: The Collector's Guide to Vintage Film Photography (https://amzn.to/2MCi99l) Konica Big Mini: fun but fragile (https://mattlovescameras.com/konica-big-mini-fun-but-fragile/), Matt Loves Cameras Olympus XA (https://amzn.to/36Jvfsd) Throwback Thursday: The Olympus Stylus Epic and my love for sliding lens covers (https://www.dpreview.com/articles/2114840597/throwback-thursday-the-olympus-stylus-epic-and-my-love-for-clamshell-cameras), DPReview Leica M6 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leica_M6), Wikipedia Nikon FM2 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nikon_FM2), Wikipedia Camera Manual Library (https://www.butkus.org/chinon/) No 2A Folding Pocket Brownie (http://camera-wiki.org/wiki/Kodak_No._2A_Folding_Pocket_Brownie)
We’ve come full rectangle: Polaroid is reborn out of The Impossible Project (https://techcrunch.com/2020/03/27/weve-come-full-rectangle-polaroid-is-reborn-out-of-the-impossible-project/), TechCrunch Polaroid (https://us.polaroid.com) FujiFilm Instax (https://instax.com) Best Instax Cameras in 2020 (https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/buying-guide-best-instant-camera), DPReview Our Snapshots: Jeff: Why iPhone Is Today’s Kodak Brownie (https://om.co/2021/01/24/why-iphone-is-todays-kodak-brownie-camera/), Om Malik Kirk: 10 Steps to Improve Your Computer Ergonomics (https://www.intego.com/mac-security-blog/10-steps-to-improve-your-computer-ergonomics/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
We often talk about "bringing up the shadows" and "recovering highlights" when editing photos, particularly with raw files. But what does that mean exactly? This week, we walk through some edits to show just how that's done. This episode is available as audio with embedded images, and also as a video—go to photoactive.co and get the video link in the show notes. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-84-shadows-highs)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! 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Is Apple’s new raw photo implementation ProRAW or FauxRAW? In this episode, we look at why you’d want to shoot raw on an iPhone in the first place, and then dig into the details of Apple’s new ProRAW format, which is available only on the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-83-proraw)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 6: Raw vs. JPEG (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-6-raw-vs-jpeg) Halide app (https://halide.cam) Manual app (http://shootmanual.co) Lightroom for iOS (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/adobe-lightroom-photo-editor/id878783582) Affinity Photo (https://affinity.serif.com/en-us/photo/) Understanding ProRAW, by Ben Sandofsky (https://blog.halide.cam/understanding-proraw-4eed556d4c54) Episode 30: Jason Snell Takes Control of Apple Photos (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-30-snell-photos) ProRAW Editing, Gentlemen Coders video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LguSpnDoShM&feature=youtu.be) ProfileGainTableMap tag in DNG 1.6 (https://helpx.adobe.com/photoshop/kb/dng-specification-tags.html) RAW Power (tktk) Adobe Lightroom release notes (https://helpx.adobe.com/camera-raw/kb/camera-raw-plug-supported-cameras.html#pro_raw), including the following note: "* Apple ProRAW: Apple ProRAW DNG images may appear overexposed in Adobe apps compared to Apple Photos. We are working closely with Apple to address this." Austin Mann on ProRAW (http://austinmann.com/trek/iphone-proraw) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Evergoods Civic Access Pouch 2L (https://evergoods.us/) Kirk: The Undoing (https://www.hbo.com/the-undoing) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5fee89342fb5c129f2dc37e8/1609468284377/IMG_0427-blown-out.jpg?format=1500w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5fee8984a6a0ae63d6b515d2/1609468360340/IMG_0427-orig.jpg?format=1500w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5fee89d50493bd2827ec3595/1609468444299/IG_0427-lightroom-unedited.png?format=1500w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5fee8a240493bd2827ec3aa8/1609468551000/quintin-banded-clouds.jpg?format=1500w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5fee8a8df218a25ea61340ec/1609468603478/quintin-arctic-horizon.jpg?format=1500w
When we last checked in with Quintin Lake, he was walking the coastline of the United Kingdom and photographing what he found. In September 2020 he finished the trip: 6,835 miles (11,000 kilometers) and 179,222 photos. As he continues to edit his backlog and make and sell prints, we caught up with him to talk about the experience. Guest: Quintin Lake (http://quintinlake.com), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/quintinlake/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-82-quintin)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) The Perimeter project (http://www.theperimeter.uk) The Perimeter FAQ (https://theperimeter.uk/faq/) Quintin’s Kit List (https://lighterpack.com/r/evrlk7) The Broomway (https://www.instagram.com/p/CHi-Z6ygx26/) White horizon, Irish Sea, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland (https://quintinlake.photoshelter.com/gallery-image/183-Senwick-Church-to-Cardoness-Castle/G0000BBToEmihoe4/I00009_rGM9dWk2E/C0000mCxn4dk3d2w) Hiroshi Sugimoto (https://www.sugimotohiroshi.com) Banded Clouds (https://quintinlake.photoshelter.com/gallery-image/088-Lynmouth-to-Minehead/G0000T8uHfEDCZR8/I00005_v_k9S5ffk/C0000Log2AitVK8k) Kirk's Print: Arctic Horizon, Greenland, 2006 (https://www.quintinlake.com/portfolio/C00001.3fAMKTFwY/G00008b7de5W2Nfo/I00009ZCDFDjUsA0) Route Map (https://theperimeter.uk/route-map/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: HomePod mini (http://apple.com/homepod-mini/) Kirk: MacBook Air (Apple M1 Silicon) (https://www.apple.com/macbook-air/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
As with every new iPhone release, Apple touts the camera capabilities more than any of the other features. Jeff upgraded to the iPhone 12 Pro right away, while Kirk is happy with his iPhone 11. In this episode, they talk about the choices around iPhones as cameras, and why Jeff ultimately didn’t go for the iPhone 12 Pro Max, which features better camera capabilities. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-81-iphone12pro)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) iPhone 12 Pro (https://www.apple.com/iphone-12-pro/) Austin Mann Reviews the iPhone 12 Pro (http://austinmann.com/projects/iphone-12-pro-camera-review-glacier) Austin Mann Reviews the iPhone 12 Pro Max (http://austinmann.com/projects/iphone-12-pro-max-camera-review-zion) Review: iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro , two gems, one jewel (https://techcrunch.com/2020/10/20/review-iphone-12-and-iphone-12-pro-two-gems-one-jewel/), TechCrunch Review: The iPhone 12 Pro Max is worth its handling fee (https://techcrunch.com/2020/11/09/review-the-iphone-12-pro-max-is-worth-its-handling-fee/), TechCrunch Compare iPhones (https://www.apple.com/iphone/compare/), Apple Apple’s Photos App and Lens Correction (https://kirkville.com/apples-photos-app-and-lens-correction/) Halide devs on iPhone 12 Pro Max results (https://blog.halide.cam/the-iphone-12-pro-max-real-pro-photography-267ad4ac94e2) Photographer captures the highest resolution snowflake photos in the world (https://www.dpreview.com/news/2899775234/photographer-captures-the-highest-resolution-snowflake-photos-in-the-world?ref_=pe_1822230_551069790_dpr_nl_452_15) Modernist Bread (https://amzn.to/3nxTiQT) Modernist Cuisine Gallery (https://modgallery.wpengine.com/collection/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Viltrox 56mm F1.4 Autofocus Portrait Lens (https://amzn.to/3q1zMyk) Kirk: Modernist Bread (https://amzn.to/3nxTiQT) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Street photography looks easy: grab a camera, find some people, make some photos. Doing it well is another thing altogether. Photographer, educator, and author Valérie Jardin joins us to talk about the art of street photography, and how to develop the skills for creating great images with the help of her new book, Street Photography Assignments. Guest: Valérie Jardin (www.valeriejardin.com), Instagram (http://instagram.com/valeriejardin), Twitter (https://twitter.com/valeriejardin) Valérie’s book, Street Photography Assignments (https://rockynook.com/shop/photography/street-photography-assignments/?REF=28%2F) — use the code JARDIN35 for a 35% discount at Rocky Nook. Hit the Streets Podcast (https://valeriejardinphotography.com/podcast-summary) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-80-jardin)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Joshua Coombes #DoSomethingForNothing project (https://valeriejardinphotography.com/about-the-dsfn-project) Vivian Maier (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vivian_Maier) Portfolio: Street Dogs (https://valeriejardinphotography.com/street-dogs) Portfolio: Readers (https://valeriejardinphotography.com/readers) Our Snapshots: Jeff: The Way I See It (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11290556/) documentary Kirk: Des Oiseaux - Pentti Sammallahti (https://amzn.to/3eImWjv) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://scontent.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-15/sh0.08/e35/s640x640/123628760_397104198143191_1003312741179716927_n.jpg?_nc_ht=scontent.cdninstagram.com&_nc_cat=107&_nc_ohc=5Nx0DjggE3IAX_-Eb7b&_nc_tp=24&oh=e20a40bfed7b156c4f16a7ef95f3b94d&oe=5FCF7E58 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5fa50ebfa80de1376bd834da/1604652771493/%C2%A9Valerie%2BJardin%2B-%2Bstreet%2Bdogs-2.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5fa50ed08f6823481cf846c1/1604652781925/%C2%A9Valerie%2BJardin%2B-%2Breaders-35.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5fa50f0d89af3113283391cf/1604652820533/%C2%A9Vale%CC%81rie+Jardin+-+dog+show-1.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5fa50f1e1200351a78395008/1604652838969/%C2%A9Vale%CC%81rie+Jardin+-+Havana+colors-1.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5fa50f33989a223ad312991c/1604652855869/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5fa50f48decac3732b131788/1604652881270/%C2%A9Vale%CC%81rie+Jardin+-+Cuba-1.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5fa50f5a62ed0f2c48c04930/1604652896739/Copyright+Vale%CC%81rie+Jardin+-++cig-1.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5fa50f6b1e65d654c78e9d76/1604652910672/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5fa50f765dfc746ea8971c2f/1604652921277/?format=750w
In Episode 78, we talked about everyday photo retouching, such as removing dust spots and objects from your images. Now, we’re shifting to the big leagues, talking to professional retoucher Lisa Carney about the art and business at this level. You may never look at a movie or TV ad the same way again. Guest: Lisa Carney (https://www.lisacarney.com), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/finishing_station/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-79-carney)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 78: Everyday Photo Retouching (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-78-retouch) Lisa Carney Portfolio (https://www.lisacarney.com/portfolio) Television/Streaming Examples (https://www.lisacarney.com/television) Our Snapshots: Jeff: The Art of Drew Struzan (https://amzn.to/2ZU9bI4) Kirk: Pixelmator Pro; AppleScript support (https://www.pixelmator.com/tutorials/resources/advanced-automation-and-scripting-with-applescript/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f922902bb7aa672e98168b1/1603414283652/succession_ver2.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f92291b2226271c5b5cca89/1603414308954/succession_ver3_xlg.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f9229556b423f1cda082725/1603414367749/NoodlesSquare.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f9229711e1d8b760bb9fb38/1603414393743/man-in-the-high-castle.jpeg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f92298515e85613786125ed/1603414414452/TheNeighborsSeason1.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f9229994efd0e5a4f5f2400/1603414434872/muppets.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f9229ae497b39456c7a6aea/1603414460225/DesperateSeason6.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f9229de15e8561378612d3f/1603414536291/the-thing-struzan.jpg?format=750w
You may think of “retouching” as a high-end photo skill for professionals—and it is—but there are also many types of retouching that every photographer will run into. In this episode, Jeff covers many of the techniques he uses, from removing dust spots in clear skies to erasing unwanted objects from photos, as well as portrait retouching that’s accessible to anyone. This is an extra-long episode with lots of example images, so don’t forget you can view the photos in some podcast players (like Apple Podcasts or Overcast), and of course you can also view them at PhotoActive.co. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-78-retouch)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Adobe Lightroom (https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom.html) Luminar 4 (https://skylum.com/luminar) Pixelmator Pro (https://www.pixelmator.com/pro/) Adobe Photoshop (https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop.html) Adobe Photoshop Elements (https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-elements.html) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Share Apple Watch Photos Face (https://support.apple.com/guide/watch/share-apple-watch-faces-apdb3107c16a/watchos) Kirk: Ted Lasso (https://tv.apple.com/us/show/ted-lasso/umc.cmc.vtoh0mn0xn7t3c643xqonfzy) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Photo a Day Challenge We gave ourselves a simple challenge to create one photo every day for the month of August. It’s advice we give often: shoot often, shoot what’s nearby, use your photographer’s eye to find beauty in the everyday experience. Were we successful? And what unexpected challenges arose? Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-77-photo-a-day)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Jeff’s Photo a Day Shared Album (https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0pGfnH8tGsDuIc) Kirk’s Photo a Day Shared Album (https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0PGY8gBYG4vj39) Our Snapshots: Jeff: SanDisk 16 GB Thumb Drive (https://amzn.to/35XeV7I) Kirk: Joel Meyerowitz: How I Make Photographs (https://amzn.to/3hPsrNd) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68fff926d3573ee706497f/1600716826078/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f6900294ec22013af3a86ce/1600716866904/jeff-album.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68fe95e175f616fb19a2bb/1600716875984/kirk-shakuhachi.jpeg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68feadd817a27566fd4180/1600716878212/kirk-shakespeare.jpeg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68fec50dabba7078c8516d/1600716885567/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68fed5486b51471c7c6f77/1600716927927/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68fee87a66516cb0513119/1600716932614/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68fef6edcd7d2afefec5a5/1600716936232/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68ff03df4bf92a25abd61e/1600716942029/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68ff179825f24b438267c0/1600716889178/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68ff26d0195c5bdb01ff48/1600716891668/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68ff34e175f616fb19cc8e/1600716895052/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68ff4653f2314986be1d3e/1600716897151/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68ff58f3ddd601c42e8d2e/1600716904017/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68ff6690b71549c64674b9/1600716946229/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68ff75d0b8cb604df0a0be/1600716948763/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68ff870a305d5e2b945b9c/1600716951280/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68ff95d631067422e212ce/1600716954095/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68ffa35a65155625232d07/1600716997288/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68ffba92198518a7baef19/1600716906214/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68ffd090b71549c6469064/1600716908646/?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f68ffdb9825f24b438295eb/1600716919879/?format=750w
This week we talk to landscape film photographer Angus Haywood about building his own darkroom in a shed behind his house, seeing the world in a square aspect ratio, and the pace and people you experience when shooting film. Guest: Angus Haywood (http://www.angushaywood.com/), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/angus_haywood_photography/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/angushaywoodphotography) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-76-haywood)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Bosham Gallery (https://boshamgallery.com) Episode 74: Michael Kenna and His New Book ‘Buddha’ (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-74-kenna) Piezography Inks (https://piezography.com) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Avalanche (https://cyme.io/avalanche-photo-conversion/) Kirk: - Kirk: Shooting in High ISO (https://fujifilm-x.com/global/stories/the-newest-film-simulation-acros/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
The summer and fall are some of the best times to visit and photograph gardens, so we’re happy to welcome Harold Davis back to the PhotoActive podcast to talk about his newest book Creative Garden Photography. We cover photographing public gardens, your own garden, getting creative with light tables when the weather is sour, lighting, and more. Guest: Harold Davis (https://www.digitalfieldguide.com/) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/haroldldavis/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-75-garden)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Creative Garden Photography (https://rockynook.com/shop/topics-and-techniques/landscape/creative-garden-photography/), by Harold Davis (Use code GARDEN40 to get 40% off when purchasing from Rocky Nook.) Episode 50: Harold Davis Creative Black and White (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-50-davis) Visiting a Garden of Cars (https://www.digitalfieldguide.com/blog/18459) Picture This app (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/picturethis-plant-identifier/id1252497129) (iOS) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Peak Design Clutch (https://www.peakdesign.com/collections/straps/products/clutch) Kirk: Cézanne: The Rock and Quarry Paintings (https://amzn.to/2DQdqwj) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f48438cf88b802c22c178f2/1598571450186/villandry.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f4843c7a303780814ecb159/1598571534776/International-Car-Forest-of-the-Last-Church.jpg?format=750w
We’re pleased to welcome back Michael Kenna to the PhotoActive podcast. In this episode, we chat with him about his new book Buddha, how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected a photographer that spends much of his time traveling, and the value of finding treasure in one’s photo archive. Guest: Michael Kenna (http://michaelkenna.net/) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/michaelkennaphoto/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-74-kenna)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Michael's books mentioned in the podcast: Buddha (https://amzn.to/3kC9wYw) Rafu (https://amzn.to/33OybDp) Holga (https://amzn.to/30J6KsK) Mont St. Michel (https://amzn.to/2XPJMOB) Publishers: Prestel (https://prestelpublishing.randomhouse.de/PublishingHouse/Prestel/58500.rhd) Nazraeli press (https://www.nazraeli.com) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Sugru (https://amzn.to/30OEe8U) Kirk: MetaImage app (https://neededapps.com/metaimage/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Rich Baum joins us this week to talk about real estate and interior photography, a type of shooting that relies as much on discipline and adherence to rules as it does on creative problem solving. If you’re looking to expand your photographic skills or push into the field as a career, good news: you can get started pretty easily by shooting the rooms you’re already in! Guest: Rich Baum Photography (https://http://richbaum.com) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/richbaumphotography/) YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4rFPm3P2KLxqgbNoN6DXyA) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-73-baum)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Luxury Home Magazine (https://www.luxuryhomemagazine.com) Rich’s YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4rFPm3P2KLxqgbNoN6DXyA) Shooting Spaces Podcast (https://shootingspacespodcast.com) Romantic Puget Sound Water View Getaway (https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/41177609), the AirBnB that Jeff photographed Really Bad MLS Photos (Private Facebook group) (https://www.facebook.com/groups/146553387152/) Clarification of Expectations (https://youtu.be/XAUoX-BHS-s), YouTube Video Architectural Digest (https://www.architecturaldigest.com/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Epson SureColor P600 Inkjet Printer (https://amzn.to/2XfwjiT) Kirk: Michael Kenna: Buddha (https://amzn.to/3262AfN) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/5f23d34265c1d4272e4b2845/5f23d342237e90233519a8f3/1596183395358/whidbey1.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/5f23d34265c1d4272e4b2845/5f23d34273be23267bab772e/1596183392752/whidbey2-bed.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/5f23d34265c1d4272e4b2845/5f23d359bcdb807c8a8c22f2/1596183410146/whidbey3-fireplace.jpg?format=750w
Comet Neowise is streaking across the sky as we publish this latest episode of the PhotoActive podcast. How can you capture it, or any views of the night sky, in photos? We’re happy to welcome Glenn Randall, author of the book Dusk to Dawn, to talk all about photographing the night sky, from lens choices to composition to post-processing. Guest: Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/GlennRandallPhotography) Glenn Randall Photography (https://www.glennrandall.com) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-72-randall)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Dusk to Dawn, a Guide to Landscape Photography at Night (https://rockynook.com/shop/photography/dusk-to-dawn/), by Glenn Randall PhotoPills (https://www.photopills.com) Photographer’s Ephemeris (https://www.photoephemeris.com) SunSurveyor (https://www.sunsurveyor.com) Bahtinov Mask (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bahtinov_mask) Roger Clark (https://clarkvision.com/articles/astrophotography-color-and-critics/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: PhotoStatistica app (https://www.bristolbaycodefactory.com) Kirk: Fujinon XF55-200mmF3.5-4.8 R LM OIS (https://amzn.to/32q9Zq9) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f115fffa32d132e865d9908/1594974417250/milky-way-over-bear-lake-ii.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f1160215d2af67c3afe44bb/1594974439604/Aurora_over_Mt_Monolith_master_980.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f116038b5314845ac1a37a7/1594974475367/Milky_Way_from_Dead_Horse_Point_master_9.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f1160583d5b4f2eef95827a/1594974498873/Perseid_Meteor_Shower_over_the_Titan_II_.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5f116075cdf800755d70d70d/1594974359579/pheasant.jpeg?format=750w
You may be familiar with the Exposure Triangle for determining exposure in photos, which is made up of ISO, aperture, and shutter speed. In this episode, Kirk explains that it's actually an Exposure Square we need to consider. We also discover the limits of Jeff's knowledge of film photography terms, since his photographic experience is almost entirely digital. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-71-exposure-square)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode #8: Gordon Laing on Taking Great Photos In Camera (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-8-gordon-laing) ISO (Wikipedia) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Film_speed#Digital_camera_ISO_speed_and_exposure_index) Aperture (Wikipedia) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aperture) Weegee (Wikipedia) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weegee) Why Your Camera Makes Airplane Propellers Look So Weird (http://resourcemagonline.com/2015/11/why-your-camera-makes-airplane-propellers-look-so-weird/60421/), Resource Magazine Episode #70: One-Light Portraits with Sandra Coan (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-70-coan) Video call quality: webcam vs iPhone vs DSLR (https://jeffcarlson.com/2020/06/04/video-call-quality-webcam-vs-iphone-vs-dslr/), by Jeff Carlson How to look your best on a video call (https://reincubate.com/support/how-to/look-best-webcam-video/), by Jeff Carlson Our Snapshots: Jeff: Dazzne Video LED Lights (https://amzn.to/3e246Ss) Kirk: Flash: The Making of Weegee the Famous (https://amzn.to/2BBO6cm) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Portrait photography can seem awfully daunting if you’ve never done it. How many lights do you use? Which modifiers are the best? Do you need a studio? How much money should you spend to get started? Oh, and how do you relate to the person in front of your camera? We talk with pro portrait photographer Sandra Coan about shooting with just one light and one modifier—using film!—and her book Crafting the Natural Light Look. Guest: Sandra Coan (https://www.sandracoan.com) Sandra's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-70-coan)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Crafting the Natural Light Look (https://rockynook.com/shop/photography/crafting-the-natural-light-look/ref/251/), by Sandra Coan Episode 39: Tripods with Mason Marsh (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-39-tripods) Episode 35: Martin Parr Shot My Portrait (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-35-parr) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Moment ND Filters (https://www.shopmoment.com/variable-nd-filters) Kirk: Fujifilm 35mm f/2 Lens (https://amzn.to/3ehakyq) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
The last time we talked with Rick LePage, he gave us the basics of printing your own photos. We’re pleased to welcome him again as a guest to go deeper into the topic, starting with the question: How do you choose what to print? It sounds like an easy query, but we discuss not just what you put on your walls (and which walls), but also how printing helps define you as an artist. Guest: Rick LePage (https://ricklepage.com) Rick's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/bigbuckaroo/) Complete Digital Photography (https://completedigitalphotography.com) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-69-lepage)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Do. The. Work. (https://ricklepage.com/essays/do-the-work/), RickLePage.com Episode 23: Printing Photos with Rick LePage (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-23-printing) West Series 1 (https://ricklepage.com/pictures/west-series-1/), RickLePage.com Episode 2: Managing Photo Libraries (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-2-libraries) Episode 68: Revisiting Geotagging with HoudahGeo 6.0 (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-68-houdahgeo6) Bay Photo (https://bayphoto.com/) 5x7 Glossy and Lustre paper from Red River Paper (https://www.redrivercatalog.com/browse/5x7-photo-paper-for-inkjet-printers-a7-size.html) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Use your DSLR or Mirrorless camera with Zoom 5 without capture card (https://youtu.be/EJJQminBmQs) Kirk: Minor White, Manifestations of the Spirit (https://amzn.to/2Y4cLh1), by Paul Martineau Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5eda158045b8d95d075ea3a5/1591350674504/west-series-1.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5eda153cc929640303e49be0/1591350633932/DSCF1640_2048px.jpg?format=750w
With photographers finding themselves with unexpected time on their hands at home, it's a great time to update the location data in the photos in your library. Pierre Bernard joins us again to talk about the new features in his Mac app HoudahGeo 6.0, indulging our lazy photographic habits, and...how HoudahGeo supports scuba divers? Sponsor HoudahGeo -- If you want to take photos and remember where they were shot, and your camera doesn't have built-in geotagging, use HoudahGeo 6.0 on the Mac to attach GPS coordinates and location names to your photos. Get 25% off HoudahGeo 6.0 with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://www.houdah.com/houdahGeo/buy.html?coupon=PHOTOACTIVE (https://www.houdah.com/houdahGeo/buy.html?coupon=PHOTOACTIVE) Guest: Pierre Bernard (https://www.houdah.com/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-68-houdahgeo6)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) HoudahGeo 6.0 (https://www.houdah.com/houdahGeo/) Episode 40: Location Exploration with HoudahGeo (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-40-houdahgeo) This is What the Crowd of Photographers Looks Like During ‘Firefall’ in Yosemite (https://petapixel.com/2016/02/23/crowd-photographers-looks-like-firefall-yosemite/), PetaPixel Crisis in our national parks: how tourists are loving nature to death (https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/nov/20/national-parks-america-overcrowding-crisis-tourism-visitation-solutions), The Guardian Our Snapshots: Jeff: Shoot with a Pro (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTeE1ITWP6-zbxHqfU9Gz7g), YouTube Kirk: The Zen of Creativity (https://amzn.to/2ZpWPbg) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5ec63ad6aaeba61a098cd4b3/1590049577671/yosemitecrowdsfirefallfeat.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5ec63b45162eeb564210c902/1590049663169/2019+11+Bali+148.jpg?format=750w
This week we’re joined by Chris Niccolls, co-host (with Jordan Drake) of DPReview TV, one of our favorite video resources about photography. Yes, there are hundreds of photographers on YouTube, but we’ve long enjoyed Chris’s and Jordan’s friendly and knowledgable approach to reviewing photo gear and educating viewers about all aspects of photography and videography. Guest: Chris Niccolls (https://www.dpreview.com/about/staff/chrisniccolls), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/chris.niccolls/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-67-niccolls)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) DPReview TV (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLK-vzhx_IL1DjDET78rVKMGB-dYZ7h2FC), hosted by Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake The Camera Store TV (https://www.youtube.com/user/TheCameraStoreTV) Canon EOS R5: Go big, or go home (https://www.dpreview.com/opinion/4115083276/canon-eos-r5-go-big-or-go-home), DPReview Fujifilm Acros II Film Review (vs. Acros film simulation) (https://youtu.be/gIGy1HE4yoY) Leica M10 Monochrom Hands-on Review (https://youtu.be/aoDrzqqpWnQ) FujiFilm X RAW Studio (https://fujifilm-x.com/en-us/products/software/x-raw-studio/) DPReview TV: The gear that changed my life (https://youtu.be/n-pQ65ptWeU) The Art of Photography (https://www.youtube.com/user/theartofphotography) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Annie Leibovitz at Work (https://amzn.to/3cer2xH) Kirk: USB-C Cable (https://amzn.to/2xO8CF0) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
The autofocus capabilities in today’s cameras are amazing, so why would anyone buy a lens that offers only manual focus? Jeff and Kirk talk about situations where autofocus isn’t a consideration, such as buying inexpensive fast lenses or using an adapter to mount one brand’s lenses on another brand’s camera (like Nikon lenses on a Fujifilm body). We also chat about Jeff’s just-released book, The Photographer’s Guide to Luminar 4. We’ll be giving away a few copies to subscribers of the PhotoActive mailing list, and we also have a 40% discount code to share. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-66-manual-lenses)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Examples of SX-70 photo manipulations (https://www.flickr.com/groups/polaroidsx70manipulation/pool/) at Flickr Peter Gabriel album cover (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Gabriel_(1980_album)). The photo was taken with a Polaroid SX-70 instant camera. The sleeve's designer Storm Thorgerson said: "Peter himself joined with us at Hipgnosis in disfiguring himself by manipulating Polaroids as they 'developed' ... Peter impressed us greatly with his ability to appear in an unflattering way, preferring the theatrical or artistic to the cosmetic." Episode #16: Buying and Selling Camera Gear (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-16-buy-sell-gear) Fotodiox Pro Lens Mount Adapter, Nikon G Lens to Fujifilm X Camera Body (X-Mount) (https://amzn.to/2z0WO2q), $60, the adapter Jeff owns Fringer EF-FX PRO II EOS to Fujifilm FX Adapter (https://amzn.to/3ap4PLi), a Canon adapter that works with autofocus Fujinon XF56mmF1.2 R (https://amzn.to/2zoyJCJ) Fujifilm interview: 'We will get through this crisis together’ (https://www.dpreview.com/interviews/6372373001/fujifilm-interview-we-will-get-through-this-crisis-together) The Photographer’s Guide to Luminar 4 (https://rockynook.com/shop/photography/the-photographers-guide-to-luminar/?ref=251&campaign=PhotoActive) Episode 59: Luminar 4 and Its AI Emphasis (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-59-luminar) Luminar 4 (https://macphun.evyy.net/c/203793/645022/3255) Jeff Carlson Luminar 4 Rocky Nook Webinar: YouTube (https://youtu.be/TLtuG6AkhIo), WebinarJam (https://event.webinarjam.com/t/click/k3xwvh2tkt0tpkc02a2fp) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Tripod Boom Arm (https://amzn.to/2Kyb6tC) Kirk: Sofa Sessions: Conversations with Martin Parr (https://www.martinparrfoundation.org/sofasessions/alec-soth/?mc_cid=21e3857173&mc_eid=47d7f1c187) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/5b0d9f82562fa7ea492bb4c6/5ea0e0c52e9158710329a181/1587711994718/manual-lens-adapter.jpg?format=2500w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5ea232eefd1a546f49bbed5b/1587688188800/IMG_1883.jpeg?format=750w
Camera sales worldwide have steadily decreased over the past several years, and now COVID-19 has thrown everything into disarray. Where is the camera industry headed? Special guest Barney Britton, Senior Editor at DPReview, joins Kirk and Jeff to talk about the factors that are contributing to these shifts. It’s not all grim news, though, and we also talk about what changes and advancements we might see in the near future. Guest: Barney Britton (https://www.dpreview.com/about/staff/barneybritton), website (http://www.barnabybritton.com), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/barneybritton/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-65-britton)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Camera Sales Are Falling Sharply (https://om.co/2019/09/03/camera-sales-are-falling-sharply/), Om Malick Alec Soth | Photographer (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TwEMqgLSVrM) (video) Our Snapshots: Jeff: A Photographer's Guide to Navigating the Pandemic (https://www.colbybrownphotography.com/a-photographers-guide-to-navigating-the-pandemic/), Colby Brown Kirk: I Know How Furiously Your Heart is Beating (https://amzn.to/2JW9p9o), Alec Soth Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Creativity Is Problem Solving, with David duChemin A few months ago when we invited David duChemin to return as a PhotoActive guest to talk about his new book The Heart of the Photograph, we had no idea it would be at the disruptive beginning of a global pandemic. We talk with David about being creative in this new situation, and how creativity can translate into resiliency. Then we focus on his book, and the questions it raises for how we approach making and working with photographs. Guest: David duChemin (http://davidduchemin.com) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-64-duchemin)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) The Heart of the Photograph (https://www.theheartofthephotograph.com), David’s new book A Beautiful Anarchy podcast, Better Questions? episode (https://www.abeautifulanarchy.com/podcast/episode-020) Ellsworth Kelly, Photographs (https://aperture.org/shop/ellsworth-kelly-photographs/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Exify app (https://exify-app.com/) Kirk: Time to step back and take a deep breath. Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e746d782358b804f398f476/1584688512081/heart-photograph-cover.jpg?format=750w
Photos are meant to be shared, but with digital photos the options multiply. In this episode, Kirk McElhearn and Jeff Carlson look at several ways to share photos with friends and family. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-63-sharing)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Mail Drop limits (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT203093), Apple How to Use AirDrop to Securely Share or Transfer Files (https://www.intego.com/mac-security-blog/use-airdrop-to-securely-transfer-files-across-your-devices/) Use Shared Albums in Photos (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202786), Apple Inside iOS 12: Photos Encourages More Engagement (https://tidbits.com/2018/09/25/inside-ios-12-photos-encourages-more-engagement/) How to remove GPS location data from photos on iPhone or Mac (https://www.intego.com/mac-security-blog/how-to-remove-gps-location-data-from-photos-on-iphone-or-mac/) How to Easily Share Lightroom Photos to a Group (https://creativepro.com/share-lightroom-photos-to-group/), CreativePro Our Snapshots: Jeff: Focos app (https://focos.app/), revisited Kirk: Plex (https://support.plex.tv/articles/203167727-set-up-camera-upload-ios/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e6b3e51b4733b2bb1ebc9b7/1584086621707/focos-applied.JPG?format=750w
Gentleman Coder Nik Bhatt returns to help explain a complicated topic with Apple’s Photos app: Photos Extensions. If you want to use another tool to edit images beyond what Photos offers, you can load that software’s editing tools within Photos. It seems straightforward, but soon gets tricky if you want to go back and adjust some of your edit settings or even if you perform a minor edit in Photos first. If you’ve ever been confused about the differences between Photos Extensions and the “Edit with” feature (which do two very different things), especially for raw files, this is the episode for you. Guest: Nik Bhatt (https://gentlemencoders.com/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-61-extensions)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) RAW Power app (https://gentlemencoders.com) The Ins and Outs of Non-destructive Editing in Photos for Mac and iOS (https://tidbits.com/2019/06/14/the-ins-and-outs-of-non-destructive-editing-in-photos-for-mac-and-ios/), by Nik Bhatt at TidBITS The DNG format (https://helpx.adobe.com/photoshop/digital-negative.html#Thepublicarchivalformatfordigitalcamerarawdata), Adobe Linear DNG (http://www.barrypearson.co.uk/articles/dng/linear.htm), Barry Pearson Our Snapshots: Jeff: Mesh Laundry Bags (https://amzn.to/2SBxBD0) Kirk: Zen Camera: Creative Awakening with a Daily Practice in Photography (https://amzn.to/2TktIBD) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e58cf0fb6e437500eb07a0b/1582878484691/extensions-menu-photos.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e58cf41dbeb4366ab6fb884/1582878534111/extensions-pref-pane.jpg?format=750w
A listener in the PhotoActive Facebook group asks a great question, “How do I choose a subject to shoot?” In this episode, Kirk and Jeff explore how they approach a scene, with groups of photos from deliberate photo shoots that seek to answer that question. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-61-choosing)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Jeff's Photo gallery for this episode (https://adobe.ly/31rljjp) Kirk’s Photo gallery for this episode (https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0PG6XBubGpXuLO) Episode #13: Aspect Ratios and Why They’re Important (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-13-aspect-ratios) Clise Mansion, Marymoor Park (https://kingcounty.gov/services/parks-recreation/parks/parks-and-natural-lands/popular-parks/marymoor/clise.aspx) Fujinon XF 27mm f/2.8 lens (https://amzn.to/38rT0UK) Fujinon XF 50mm f/2.0 lens (https://amzn.to/2tWF1Hv) Kirk was mistaken about the Vermeer painting. It's Study of a Young Woman (https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/437879) The Colourful Mr Eggleston (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jZ_HkaTXh8) documentary Our Snapshots: Jeff: MILK Photo Books (https://www.milkbooks.com) Kirk: Ellsworth Kelly, Photographs (https://aperture.org/shop/ellsworth-kelly-photographs/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e46488153c62466ee393f2a/1581664410469/jeff-collection.png?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e4648d323a45f2b1b041048/1581664695474/jeff-windmill-color.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e464a3fdad1036cf8a63684/1581664890847/jeff-approaching-windmill.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e464b270bd7ed452a26e1c2/1581665128144/jeff-windmill-bw.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e464ab80bd7ed452a26d812/1581664999577/jeff-leaves.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e464b7bf95e7200aa68f18d/1581665202703/jeff-creek.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e464c0aebee376158981297/1581665326165/jeff-trees2.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e464dbe23a45f2b1b048a2c/1581665741397/kirk-collection.png?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e464c71ba064718d7236ef6/1581665404810/kirk-speaker.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e464d1bba064718d7238460/1581665573108/kirk-cabinet.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e464d602e5c77410b093042/1581665655286/kirk-arch.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e464e220bd7ed452a2726fc/1581665838346/kirk-arch-upside-down.jpg?format=750w
On this week’s episode, we’re joined by Andrius Gailiunas of Pixelmator to talk about machine learning and how it powers some of the features in Pixelmator Pro. In particular, we’re impressed with ML Super Resolution, a way to enlarge photos beyond their original dimensions while retaining quality and crispness. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-60-pixelmator)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Pixelmator Pro (https://www.pixelmator.com/pro/) Pixelmator Photo on iPad (https://www.pixelmator.com/photo/) Pixelmator Pro’s ML Super Resolution Feature Offers Quality Upscaling (https://kirkville.com/pixelmator-pros-ml-super-resolution-feature-offers-quality-upscaling/), Kirkville.com All about the new ML Super Resolution feature in Pixelmator Pro (https://www.pixelmator.com/blog/2019/12/17/all-about-the-new-ml-super-resolution-feature-in-pixelmator-pro/), Pixelmator.com Leica M10 Monochrom review – Amateur Photographer (https://kirkville.com/leica-m10-monochrom-review-amateur-photographer/) Snapshots: Our Snapshots: Jeff: Neewer 24 inches / 60 Centimeters 5 in 1 Collapsible Triangle Multi Camera Lighting Reflector Diffuser Kit with Grip and Carrying Case for Photography (Translucent, Silver, Gold, White and Black) (https://amzn.to/2RB4le0) Kirk: Leica M10 Monochrom (https://us.leica-camera.com/Photography/Leica-M/Leica-M10-Monochrom) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
We’ve talked about several photo editing applications in the past, and in this episode we turn our attention toward Luminar 4 (and not just because one of us has a forthcoming book about it). Skylum has overhauled Luminar in significant ways for version 4, with an emphasis on AI features that save a lot of time and effort on your part. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-59-luminar)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Get Luminar 4 here (affiliate link)
Episode 55: Photos App in iOS 13 and macOS Catalina (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-55-photos-app) Episode 53: Focus Stacking (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-53-focus-stack) How Machine Learning Is Winning the Photographic Face Race (https://creativepro.com/how-machine-learning-is-winning-the-photographic-face-race/), CreativePro Episode #21 - HDR (High Dynamic Range) Photography (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-21-hdr) Luminar Website (https://www.skylum.com/luminar/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Video: Lighting, Logistics, and Strategies for a Life in Photography (https://www.creativelive.com/class/lighting-logistics-and-strategies-for-a-life-in-photography-joe-mcnally?via=autocomplete) Kirk: Update Your Camera and Lens Firmware (check your camera manufacturer’s site) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e0efb768b8ce3465d6f15bd/1578040315037/barn-before.png?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e0efc13d1d8651e2890fe7b/1578040401431/barn-after.png?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e0efc91b798ea3c9a389890/1578040530573/barn-bw.png?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e0efcfdd1d8651e28910936/1578040587563/sky-replace-before.jpeg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5e0efd46d1d8651e28910c8a/1578040667642/sky-replace-after.jpeg?format=750w
At several points when recording the PhotoActive podcast, Kirk has said that the “Rule of Thirds” does not exist. Most books and articles about photography insist it does, that positioning objects at approximately one third distance from the edge of the frame leads to better composition. So in this episode, we get into it: Does the Rule of Thirds exist, and why? Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-58-thirds)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 50: Harold Davis Creative Black & White (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-50-davis) Episode 53: Focus Stacking (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-53-focus-stack) Rule of Thirds, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rule_of_thirds) Guardian UK Photos of the Day Dec 10, 2019 (https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/gallery/2019/dec/10/subway-fashion-banksy-for-christmas-tuesday-best-photos) Episode 8: Gordon Laing on Taking Great Photos In Camera (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-8-gordon-laing) Our Snapshots: Jeff: MacBookPro 16-inch, Affiliate link (https://amzn.to/2EzYjUH) | Apple.com (https://www.apple.com/macbook-pro-16/) Kirk: Electronic Level feature in cameras (http://fujifilm-dsc.com/en-int/manual/x-t3/menu_setup/screen_set-up/index.html#disp_custom_setting) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5dfbf776b15f23677f83da3e/1576793988399/ikebana.jpeg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5dfbf8ea8d746f18efe9e269/1576794356232/red-onion.jpeg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5dfbfa28fa0eb91d2b9be085/1576794676175/huangshan-mountains.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5dfbfcdb8d746f18efea7482/1576795364016/tree-farm.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5dfbfd6cc7fdbe2e9f0180c2/1576795507887/harper-tulips.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5dfbfd877f800d48abc10a40/1576795534795/kim-portrait.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5dfbfda6778d3e3b50854c71/1576795564024/portrait-ferry.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5dfbfdc884848a19200a841b/1576795599131/leavenworth-river.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5dfbfe487f800d48abc12513/1576795758971/lineman.jpeg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5dfbfe1884848a19200a924a/1576795703787/path.jpeg?format=750w
It’s time to step away from your camera. No, not put it away for the holidays—we’re talking about triggering the camera remotely! In this episode, Jeff and Kirk talk about various ways to trip the shutter from afar, such as using an Apple Watch to control the Camera app on an iPhone, remote cable releases, and products that control a mirrorless or DSLR via apps. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-57-remote-trigger)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 39: Tripods with Mason Marsh (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-39-tripods) Fuji X Secrets Book (https://amzn.to/2OSk4VA), by Rico Pfirstinger Fujifilm RR-100 Remote Shutter Release Controller (https://amzn.to/37D1Rmo) Canon RS60-E3 remote cable release replacement by Fotodiox (https://amzn.to/34XmW9i) David Burnett's camera at House Impeachment hearings (https://twitter.com/davidb383/status/1194622347845742597) Photographer David Burnett on shooting his third impeachment: 'I felt that historic pang' (https://www.dpreview.com/interviews/3890334822/interview-with-photographer-david-burnett-i-felt-that-historic-pang), DPReview MIOPS Mobile Dongle (https://www.miops.com/products/mobile-dongle-kit?ref=grid6) Fotyrig 1/4" Mini Ball Head Ring Light Adapter Hot Shoe Mount Adapter (https://amzn.to/33O36vW) TriggerTrap Mobile review: control your camera’ shutter with your iOS device (http://www.macworld.com/article/2365144/triggertrap-mobile-review-control-your-cameras-shutter-with-your-ios-device.html), Macworld (Note: In the episode, Jeff misremembered the brand of trigger this article was about.) App-based camera triggers: Alpine Labs Spark vs Miops Mobile Dongle (https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/trigger-happy-alpine-labs-spark-and-miops-mobile-dongle?utm_source=self-desktop&utm_medium=marquee&utm_campaign=traffic_source#viewComments), DPReview Our Snapshots: Jeff: FOTOMIX LB-XT3 for Fujifilm X-T3 Camera Quick Release L-Bracket & Camera Mount Vertical Grip (https://amzn.to/37HuZJ4) Kirk: Zona, A Book about a Film about a Journey to a Room (https://aax-us-east.amazon-adsystem.com/x/c/QtfsLFpw5SPrImS5q8hHzw4AAAFu2CQcnQEAAAFKAYEbhR8/http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0307390314/kirkmcelhearn?creativeASIN=0307390314&linkCode=w61&imprToken=xH5Jb8jPetSBUyd9HZVAag&slotNum=0), by Geoff Dyer Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, such as at Amazon.com, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
With the holidays and Black Friday sales upon us, this is the time that photographers can often get good deals on equipment. In this episode, Kirk and Jeff ponder the reasons you might consider buying a second camera. Perhaps you want a backup for your regular camera, or maybe you want a smaller go-anywhere camera that might encourage you to take photos more often. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-56-2nd-camera)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Canon’s Q2 2019 Financial Report Shows Steep Decline in Camera Sales (https://petapixel.com/2019/07/26/canons-q2-2019-financial-report-shows-steep-decline-in-camera-sales/), PetaPixel New Fujifilm Financial Results: Instax Declines, Mirrorless Suffers, Revenue Down 12.4% but Fujifilm GFX100 Sells Strong! (https://www.fujirumors.com/new-fujifilm-financial-results-instax-declines-mirrorless-suffers-revenue-down-12-4-but-fujifilm-gfx100-sells-strong/), Fuji Rumors Leica M Monochrom (https://amzn.to/32XjqKq) Episode 44: Minimalist Photographer Michael Kenna (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-44-kenna) DPReview TV: Leica SL2 first impressions Review (https://www.dpreview.com/videos/5340480487/dpreview-tv-leica-sl2-hands-on-first-impressions), DPReview Leica, Lenny Kravitz produce limited edition ‘Drifter’ M Monochrom with snakeskin finish (https://www.dpreview.com/news/8640603678/leica-and-lenny-kravitz-produce-limited-edition-drifter-m-monochrom-with-snakeskin-finish), DPReview Episode #12: David duChemin on the Long-Building Vision (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-12-david-duchemin) First Look: Canon’s EOS Ra Mirrorless Camera (https://www.skyandtelescope.com/astronomy-equipment/first-look-canons-eos-ra-mirrorless-camera/), Sky & Telescope Fujifilm X100F (https://amzn.to/2qn4QyA) Episode 39: Tripods with Mason Marsh (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-39-tripods) Panasonic Lumix ZS200 (https://amzn.to/2OkBzN3) Episode 46: Pet Photography with Norah Levine (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-46-norah-levine) Our Snapshots: Jeff: An Art Show, by Veterans Armed with Cameras (https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/11/arts/design/veterans-photographs-art.html) Kirk: Get a cat Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive.
Photos App in iOS 13 and macOS Catalina Now that iOS 13, iPadOS 13, and macOS Catalina are out, Jeff and Kirk have some strong opinions on the changes made to the Photos app for each platform. It's time to rant a little. Sponsor Luma Labs - Everyone needs a camera strap that is both comfortable and practical. The Luma Loop lets you carry your camera as a sling or snug to your body when you’re not using it. The new Luma Loop 3.5 features custom designed mounting hardware so you don’t have to choose between a strap or a tripod mount. Get 10% off any purchase with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://luma-labs.com (https://luma-labs.com/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-55-photos-app)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Take Control of macOS Media Apps (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/media-apps/), by Kirk McElhearn Take Control of Your Digital Photos, Second Edition (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/digital-photos/), by Jeff Carlson Take Control of Photos (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/photos/), by Jason Snell Episode 52: iPhones 11 and Semantic Rendering (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-52-iphone11) Inside iOS 12: Photos Encourages More Engagement (https://tidbits.com/2018/09/25/inside-ios-12-photos-encourages-more-engagement/), TidBITS Episode #12: David duChemin on the Long-Building Vision (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-12-david-duchemin) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter (https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MK0W2/lightning-to-usb-3-camera-adapter) Kirk: A Beautiful Anarchy podcast (https://www.abeautifulanarchy.com/podcast) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5dc525c399115810da02b486/1571957346601/Luma_Loop_3.5.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5dc52634195117763f7fc4bb/1573201470734/four-legged-friends.png?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5dc526887e6477001e0b34e6/1573201566861/photos-ios-paused-wifi.png?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5dc5271920a93e24c366244a/1573201695798/mysterious-dupe-status.png?format=750w
How do you make product photos look fresh and interesting? Do you need a well-equipped studio? Dan Bracaglia shoots thousands of images of cameras and other accessories in his job as photo editor at DPReview. Dan joins Kirk and Jeff to answer those questions and more. Sponsor Luma Labs - Everyone needs a camera strap that is both comfortable and practical. The Luma Loop lets you carry your camera as a sling or snug to your body when you’re not using it. The new Luma Loop 3.5 features custom designed mounting hardware so you don’t have to choose between a strap or a tripod mount. Get 10% off any purchase with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://luma-labs.com (https://luma-labs.com/) Guest: Dan Bracaglia: Instagram (http://instagram.com/thelondonbroil/), website (https://www.thelondonbroil.com) DPReview Page (https://www.dpreview.com/about/staff/dan.bracaglia) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-54-bracaglia)) DPReview (https://www.dpreview.com/) Westcott Ice Light 2 (https://amzn.to/2BEDSVb) Canon 80D (https://amzn.to/33Xdge8), the camera DPReview uses for product photography Canon 90D Review (https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canon-eos-90d-review) by Dan Bracaglia and Jeff Keller 2019 Guide: Apple iPad Pro for Photographers (https://www.dpreview.com/articles/1105620202/2019-guide-apple-ipad-pro-for-photographers) Making of Domino’s Commercials: Pulling the Cheese (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NFzAPAJWAf4), YouTube video Fuji X-T3 Review (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6situ5QPf6s), DPRreview TV episode Fujifilm X-T3 vs Panasonic GH5 for Video: Quick Look (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZHl5pw5KCE), DPReview TV episode Our Snapshots: Jeff: SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD (https://amzn.to/33xaUSV) Kirk: Michael Kenna, Beyond Architecture (https://amzn.to/2MKpLnv) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5db22a5cb0edb11e75728f5b/1571957346601/Luma_Loop_3.5.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5db1fe6a2e3d4565fce06570/1571946109939/Studio-setup.JPG?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5db220a3f4d5e52a8284460c/1571954933099/GOTY18-Sony85mm_JPG.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5db22115b6c6b419152f6cfe/1571954973425/ipadPro-beauty-03.jpg?format=750w
You can control depth of field in a photo using narrow apertures, but what do you do when that’s not enough to get everything in focus? For macro and some landscape photography, the answer is focus stacking, a technique that blends several images shot at different focal lengths. Kirk and Jeff talk about how it works and when you’d want to use it. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-53-focus-stack)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) How-To: Focus Stacking in Photoshop (https://create.adobe.com/2019/1/29/focus_stacking_in_ph.html), Adobe Create Episode #20 - The Blur-That-Shall-Not-Be-Named (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-20-bokeh) Photographing the Canadian Rockies, Part 1 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxcfTiQqrKA), Nick Page’s video about when he shot the ice image that appears in the Adobe Create article. Affinity Photo (https://affinity.serif.com/en-us/photo/) Pixelmator Pro (https://www.pixelmator.com/pro/) Helicon Focus (https://www.heliconsoft.com/heliconsoft-products/helicon-focus/) Zerene Stacker (http://zerenesystems.com/cms/stacker) Fuji X Secrets (https://amzn.to/2ovJ3nr), by Rico Rico Pfirstinger Bob Sober (https://newsok.com/article/5538647/interview-tulsa-artist-bob-sober-gives-insects-their-close-up-in-oklahoma-city-exhibit) Episode 47: Jeff Becomes an Event Photographer (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-47-jeff-event) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Fujifilm X-T3 Vertical Battery Booster Grip (https://amzn.to/2UpBwlw) Kirk: Peak Design Standard Plate (https://www.peakdesign.com/collections/all/products/standard-plate) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5d9fc19d79871d1753c1bf0e/1570750888988/create-nick-page-photo.png?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5d9fc1d8e0c308696ff28c0b/1570750950155/FXT31384.jpeg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5d9fc2501604cb7ecda47c1c/1570751067693/focus-stack-coins-final.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5d9fc29e444c0009d2e6ae74/1570751182454/DSCF6015-Edit.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5d9fc33a0758ca2ff2e18b92/1570751337495/DSCF6014.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5d9fc3c440d3273f1b6c4426/1570751552818/DSCF6015.jpg?format=750w
Kirk and Jeff both bought the latest models of Apple’s digital camera - sorry, we mean the iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro. Does adding a third camera make a difference? Is the ultra-wide camera just a gimmick? And what is “semantic rendering” anyway? We explain why nothing is really real, and yet these might be the best-looking photos people create. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-52-iphone11)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Nilay Patel’s iPhone 11 review in The Verge (https://www.theverge.com/2019/9/17/20868727/apple-iphone-11-pro-max-review-camera-battery-life-screen-midnight-green-price) iPhone 11 Pro Preview: The Camera Hardware Changes (https://blog.halide.cam/iphone-11-pro-preview-the-camera-hardware-changes-16a543b77c24), Halide Episode #21 - HDR (High Dynamic Range) Photography (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-21-hdr) Episode #28 - Low-Light Photography (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-28-low-light) The ultra-wide camera in the iPhone 11 models is fixed-focus, doesn't support Raw capture (https://www.dpreview.com/news/6137710561/the-ultra-wide-camera-in-the-iphone-11-models-is-fixed-focus-doesn-t-support-raw-capture), DPReview Todd Hido: Homes at Night (http://www.toddhido.com/homes.html) Todd Hido: House Hunting (https://www.nazraeli.com/complete-catalogue/todd-hido-house-hunting-regular-edition), Nazraeli site Our Snapshots: Jeff: Anker Wireless Charger, PowerPort Wireless 5 Stand (https://amzn.to/2lfdrRe) Kirk: Todd Hido: House Hunting (https://amzn.to/2lepRsV) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
We solicited photography questions from the great folks in the PhotoActive Facebook group, and now we have answers! All the answers. Or maybe just the most interesting ones. But definitely some answers. Panoramas, shooting photos in public places, revealing edits, and more. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-51-qa)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 23: Printing Photos with Rick LePage (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-23-printing) Hudson Henry Photography (http://hudsonhenry.com) Panoramas Made Simple (https://completedigitalphotography.com/CDPbooks/Simple_Panoramas.pdf), by Hudson Henry (PDF). Exclusive free offer to listeners of the PhotoActive podcast, courtesy of Complete Digital Photography Press. Peter Lik Called Out by Photographers Over ‘Faked’ Moon Photo (https://petapixel.com/2018/02/06/peter-lik-called-photographers-faked-moon-photo/), PetaPixel Instacrammed: the big fib at the heart of New Zealand picture-perfect peaks (https://www.theguardian.com/world/2018/dec/07/instacrammed-the-big-fib-at-the-heart-of-new-zealand-picture-perfect-peaks) Episode 40: Location Exploration with HoudahGeo (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-40-houdahgeo) Street Photography - Know Your Rights (https://expertphotography.com/street-photography-laws/), Expert Photography Photography and the Law (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Photography_and_the_law), Wikipedia Droit à l’image (https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F32103) (en français) Episode 9: Instagram for Photographers (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-9-instagram) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Gemini Photos (http://macpaw.com/gemini-photos) Kirk: Flower frog (https://amzn.to/2Hjv6iK) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Artist, photographer, and writer Harold Davis joins us to discuss his new book Creative Black & White, 2nd Edition, and we talk about the photographer as artist, and how to see the world in monochrome. Guest: Harold Davis: Instagram (http://instagram.com/haroldldavis/), website (https://www.digitalfieldguide.com) Creative Black & White (https://rockynook.com/shop/photography/creative-black-and-white-2nd-edition/) - save 40% with the code HDAVIS40. Giveaway: We’re giving away a copy of Harold’s book, Creative Black & White, to two PhotoActive listeners! To be eligible, simply subscribe to our newsletter that we use to announce new episodes: the form is at the bottom of every PhotoActive page (https://photoactive.co/). If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-50-davis)) Episode 44: Minimalist Photographer Michael Kenna (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-44-kenna) Moonrise, Hernandez, New Mexico (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moonrise%2C_Hernandez%2C_New_Mexico) by Ansel Adams (Wikipedia) Ansel Adams on capturing Moonrise over Hernandez (http://www.dpreview.com/news/7556227844/ansel-adams-on-capturing-moon-over-hernandez), interview that includes the original image. Silver Efex Pro (https://nikcollection.dxo.com/silver-efex-pro/) Skylum Tonality filters for Luminar (https://skylum.com/blog/tonality-styles-come-to-luminar-) Episode 42: Memory Cards (Kirk's snapshot pick, the Tonality filters) (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-42-memory-cards) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Zeiss 200 Lens Wipes (https://amzn.to/31lAysJ) Kirk: A piece of black cloth (https://amzn.to/2GSojwi) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
You want to capture a wide-angle shot, but what if your widest lens isn’t wide enough? In this episode, Jeff and Kirk talk about creating panoramas, from the ingenious Pano mode in the iPhone’s Camera app to stitching many images from traditional cameras or drones. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-49-pano)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Google Street View view of the inside of the Royal Shakespeare Theater (https://www.google.com/maps/@52.1906557,-1.7038714,3a,75y,275.57h,90.08t/data=!3m7!1e1!3m5!1sAF1QipPq-ptrKFF-NLSbH_gyNr742qxBcEpC50OCew_R!2e10!3e11!7i13312!8i6656) Navigable panorama in Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10156015128173004&set=a.111161548003&type=3) Gigapixel panorama example (https://www.willpearson.co.uk/london-wide/) by Will Pearson Our Snapshots: Jeff: Understanding Photography (https://amzn.to/2H81ggP), by Sean T. McHugh Kirk: Pixelmator Pro (http://pixelmator.com/pro/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Photographer Dan Bailey is our guest this week to talk about his book FUJIFILM X Series Unlimited: Mastering Techniques and Maximizing Creativity with Your FUJIFILM Camera—though we’re not focusing on Fujifilm cameras. We’re more interested in questions such as how many of your camera’s features you should understand, whether technical details really matter, and how Dan became a pro photographer and expert in the first place. Guest: Dan Bailey: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/danbaileyphoto/), website (https://danbaileyphoto.com) FUJIFILM X Series Unlimited: Mastering Techniques and Maximizing Creativity with Your FUJIFILM Camera (https://amzn.to/2YC23g5) Giveaway: We’re giving away a copy of Dan’s book, FUJIFILM X Series Unlimited: Mastering Techniques and Maximizing Creativity with Your FUJIFILM Camera, to two PhotoActive listeners! To be eligible, simply subscribe to our newsletter that we use to announce new episodes: the form is at the bottom of every PhotoActive page (https://photoactive.co/). If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-48-dan-bailey)) Glazer’s Camera (http://glazerscamera.com) in Seattle Far Side: Devil cartoon Fuji X-Forum (https://www.fujix-forum.com/forums/) Galen Rowell, Mountain Light Photography (http://mountainlight.com) Michael Kenna Rouge (https://monovisions.com/michael-kenna-rouge/) gallery Joseph O. Holmes “Custom Machinery (https://www.josephholmes.io/Completed-or-Exhibited-Series/Custom-Machinery-(2009))” Joel Meyerowitz Empire State (https://www.joelmeyerowitz.com/empire-state) photos Our Snapshots: Jeff: Replacement lens caps: 39mm (https://amzn.to/2YLaeaP), 67mm (https://amzn.to/2JsZdFO) Kirk: Rouge (https://amzn.to/2LQZhAZ), by Michael Kenna Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Recently, Jeff was the event photographer for the CreativePro Week 2019 conference in Seattle, a task that requires a different approach to making photos. You've probably been asked to shoot some type of event, so we talk a little about specific gear to deal with low-light situations and catching candid shots in a crowded setting. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-47-jeff-event)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) CreativePro Week (https://creativeproweek.com/) CreativePro Week 2019 Daily Highlights photo album at Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pg/CreativeProWeek/photos/?tab=album&album_id=892884417720574) (Photos by Jeff) CreativePro Week Instagram Account (https://www.instagram.com/creativeproweek/) Luma Loop straps (https://luma-labs.com/products/loop) Fujifilm X-T3 body (https://amzn.to/2FxO2Jv) Fujifilm Fujinon XF50-140mm F/2.8 R LM OIS WR (https://amzn.to/2xdAvCl) Fujifilm Fujinon XF16-55mm F/2.8 R LM WR (https://amzn.to/2X2eCFo) Our Snapshots: Jeff: BorrowLenses.com (https://www.talkable.com/x/pDyB6Q) [Use this affiliate link to get $30 off a rental; new customers, minimum purchase of $119] Kirk: Flotato (https://flotato.com) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
When you think of portrait photography, do you envision tails and fur? This week, we talk to Norah Levine about her book Pet Photography: The Secrets to Creating Authentic Pet Portraits, and how to take great photos of four-legged (or winged) family members. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Guest: Norah Levine: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/norahlevine/), website (https://www.norahlevinephotography.com), Flickr (https://www.flickr.com/photos/norahlevine/) Pet Photography: The Secrets to Creating Authentic Pet Portraits (https://amzn.to/328CeqG) Giveaway: We’re giving away a copy of Norah’s book, Pet Photography: The Secrets to Creating Authentic Pet Portraits, to a PhotoActive listener! To be eligible, simply subscribe to our newsletter that we use to announce new episodes: the form is at the bottom of every PhotoActive page (https://photoactive.co/). If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-46-norah-levine)) Episode 35: Martin Parr Shot My Portrait (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-35-parr) Episode 39: Tripods with Mason Marsh (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-39-tripods) Episode 43: Autofocus with Rishi Sanyal (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-43-autofocus) Fujifilm X-T3 5%-off for UK customers (https://fujifilm.mention-me.com/m/ol/mw0ds-kirk-mcelhearn) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Peak Design Travel Tripod (https://traveltripod.kckb.st/4969858c) Kirk: Fujifilm X-T3 (https://amzn.to/2xsfUKH) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Maybe you've used Apple Photos and are looking for more editing features, or perhaps you're in the Lightroom ecosystem and weary of subscription pricing. In this episode, Kirk and Jeff chat about other photo editing applications you may not be aware of. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-45-editing-apps)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode 44: Minimalist Photographer Michael Kenna (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-44-kenna) The Composition of Michael Kenna’s Photographs: Leading Lines (https://www.kirkville.com/the-composition-of-michael-kennas-photographs-leading-lines/) Lightroom (https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom.html) Affinity Photo (https://affinity.serif.com/en-us/photo/) Luminar (https://skylum.com/luminar) Pixelmator Pro (https://www.pixelmator.com/pro/) Capture One Pro (https://www.captureone.com/en/) Alien Skin Exposure (https://www.alienskin.com/exposure/) Picktorial (http://picktorial.com) ON1 Photo Raw (https://www.on1.com) RAW Power (http://rawpower.app) The Ins and Outs of Non-destructive Editing in Photos for Mac and iOS (https://tidbits.com/2019/06/14/the-ins-and-outs-of-non-destructive-editing-in-photos-for-mac-and-ios/), by Nik Bhatt at TidBITS Picktorial 4.0 Review (https://www.macworld.com/article/3394881/picktorial-4-0-review-photo-editor-enhances-its-organizing-features.html), by Jeff in Macworld Capture One Pro 8.3 review: Aperture replacement light on library features, strong on editing tools (http://www.macworld.com/article/2953720/software-photography/capture-one-pro-8-3-review-aperture-replacement-light-on-library-features-strong-on-editing-tools.html) (old version) Episode 38: Levels and Curves with Nik Bhatt (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-38-levels-curves) Episode 26: RAW Power 2.0 (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-26-raw-power) Our Snapshots: Jeff: TPE (https://www.photoephemeris.com/), PeakVisor (https://peakvisor.com) Kirk: Holga (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holga) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Michael Kenna has been photographing for 45 years, and is well known for his minimalist, black-and-white landscape photos. Kirk took a trip to Bosham, on the southern coast of England, to see a 45-year retrospective exhibit of his work, and to talk with Michael Kenna about his photography. Sponsor Neomodern: Neomodern treats your photos like art, offering simple, affordable concierge printing and framing. Neomodern works with you to make gorgeous work from your images that you'll be proud to hang on your walls. Go online or drop in to the gallery at 1898 Union Street in San Francisco. PhotoActive listeners can get 20% off any order using the code PODCAST! https://www.neomodern.com (https://www.neomodern.com) Guest: Michael Kenna (http://michaelkenna.net/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-44-kenna)) Michael Kenna - A 45-Year Retrospective, Bosham Gallery (https://boshamgallery.com/exhibitions/15/) Ripples and Reflections, Banbury, Oxfordshire, England 1973 (https://boshamgallery.com/exhibitions/15/works/image_standalone328/) Big Ben and Westminster Abbey, London, England 1975 (https://boshamgallery.com/exhibitions/15/works/image_standalone317/) Rafu (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1590054989/kirkmcelhearn) Sadakichi's Docks, Otaru, Hokkaido, Japan 2012 (https://boshamgallery.com/exhibitions/15/works/image_standalone329/) Hillside Fence, Study 5, Teshikaga, Hokkaido, Japan 2004 (https://boshamgallery.com/exhibitions/15/works/image_standalone311/) Flying Bird over San Marco, Venice, Italy 1990 (https://boshamgallery.com/exhibitions/15/works/image_standalone308/) Moon Set, Lake Campotosto, Abruzzo, Italy 2015 (https://boshamgallery.com/exhibitions/15/works/image_standalone319/) Salvador Dali, The Persistence of Memory (https://www.moma.org/collection/works/79018) Winding Wall, Mont St. Michel, France 2004 (https://boshamgallery.com/exhibitions/15/works/image_standalone337/) Harold Edgerton (https://edgerton-digital-collections.org) Kussharo Lake Tree, Study 6, Kotan, Hokkaido, Japan 2007 (https://boshamgallery.com/exhibitions/15/works/image_standalone324/) Photo Book Review: Holga by Michael Kenna (https://photos.kirkville.com/photo-book-review-holga-by-michael-kenna/) Huangshan Mountains, Study 25, Anhui, China. 2009 (http://michaelkenna.net/gallery.php?id=8) Huangshan Mountains, Study 42, Anhui, China. 2010 (http://michaelkenna.net/gallery.php?id=8) Chrysler Building, Study 3, New York, New York, USA 2006 (https://boshamgallery.com/exhibitions/15/works/image_standalone302/) Flying Bird over San Marco, Venice, Italy 1990 (https://boshamgallery.com/exhibitions/15/works/image_standalone308/) Mont St. Michel, France 1991 (https://boshamgallery.com/exhibitions/15/works/image_standalone318/) Photo Book Review: Mont St. Michel, by Michael Kenna (https://photos.kirkville.com/photo-book-review-mont-st-michel-by-michael-kenna/) Photography Book Review: France, by Michael Kenna (https://photos.kirkville.com/photography-book-review-france-by-michael-kenna/) Le Notre's Gardens, France, 1987-2009 (http://michaelkenna.net/gallery.php?id=31) Quixote's Giants, Study 5, Campo de Criptana, Spain 1996 (https://boshamgallery.com/exhibitions/15/works/image_standalone334/) Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Study 6, Bordeaux, France 2012 (https://boshamgallery.com/exhibitions/15/works/image_standalone305/) Trees, Burford, Oxfordshire, England 1983 (https://boshamgallery.com/exhibitions/15/works/image_standalone333/) Recent Work (http://michaelkenna.net/gallery2.php?id=11) Six Flying Birds, Bath, Avon, England. 1987 (http://michaelkenna.net/gallery2.php?id=11) Michael Kenna's books (http://michaelkenna.net/publications.php#1) Rafu photos (http://michaelkenna.net/gallery.php?id=107) Ruth Bernhard (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruth_Bernhard) Nazraeli Press (http://www.nazraeli.com) One Picture Book #92: Kussharo Lake Tree (http://www.nazraeli.com/opb/michael-kenna-one-picture-book-92-kussharo-lake-tree) Thanks to Luke Whitaker and Angus Haywood of Bosham Gallery for their warm welcome. And thanks to Michael for the ice cream. Our Snapshots: Jeff: Bypass the Camera Roll in iOS 13 (https://jeffcarlson.com/2019/06/03/bypass-the-camera-roll-in-ios-13/) Kirk: Forms of Japan: Michael Kenna (https://amzn.to/2KwflY4) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
You rely on your camera’s autofocus feature, but how does it work? Phase-detection, contrast-detection, machine-learning algorithms, AF-C, AF-S… autofocus quickly becomes a complicated subject for any photographer to keep straight while shooting. Rishi Sanyal, Science Editor at DPReview.com, joins us for this breakdown of autofocus works and how you can use it more effectively. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Guest: Rishi Sanyal (https://www.dpreview.com/about/staff/rishisanyal), Science Editor at DPReview.com Rishi’s Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/rishisanyal/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-43-autofocus)) Episode note: The Skype connection was spotty during recording. Apologies for the occasional audio glitch. Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Fuji AF Modes (https://fujifilm-x.com/af/en/af_mode/index.html) Konica C35 AF (https://camerapedia.fandom.com/wiki/Konica_C35_AF), the first mass-produced autofocus camera Video: How phase detection autofocus works (https://www.dpreview.com/news/5151243144/video-how-phase-detection-autofocus-works), DPReview Phase Detection vs Contrast Detection Autofocus (https://www.creative-photographer.com/phase-detection-contrast-detection-autofocus/), The Creative Photographer Sony's 'Real-time tracking' is a big leap forward for autofocus (https://www.dpreview.com/articles/0650136683/sony-s-real-time-tracking-is-a-big-leap-forward-for-autofocus), DPReview Our Snapshots: Jeff: The Texture Slider in Lightroom Classic (http://blogs.adobe.com/jkost/2019/05/the-texture-slider-in-lightroom-classic.html) Kirk: Camera bag insert (https://amzn.to/2YJmOac) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Your camera stores photos on memory cards, but trying to understand them is a confusing mess of acronyms, speed claims, and marketing. What’s the difference between a UHS-I SD card and a UHS-II card? We break it all down, including why you may not want the fastest (and more expensive) cards available. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-42-memory-cards)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Migrate Your Aperture Libraries to Photos or Adobe Lightroom Classic (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT209594) (Apple) Take Control of Your Digital Photos (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/digital-photos?aff=AFL5392537175), by Jeff Carlson Best USB-C memory card readers (https://www.macworld.com/article/3209758/best-usb-c-memory-card-readers.html), Macworld, by Jeff Carlson SD memory cards: The features and specifications to look for (http://www.macworld.com/article/3208766/sd-memory-cards-the-features-and-specifications-to-look-for.html), Macworld, by Jeff Carlson SanDisk 64 GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I Card (https://amzn.to/2LdJ61E), 170 MB/s Read SanDisk 64 GB Extreme PRO SDHC UHS-II Card (https://amzn.to/2VAaevL), 300 MB/s Read Sony 32 GB SHDC UHS-II Card (https://amzn.to/2V3AlMe), 300 MB/s Read Fujifilm X-T3 Mirrorless Digital Camera (Body Only) - Silver (https://amzn.to/2GU7T6M), the camera Jeff bought. Our Snapshots: Jeff: Fuji X Secrets (https://amzn.to/2UTMjD3), by Rico Pfirstinger Kirk: Tonality Mega B&W Pack (https://skylum.com/luminar/marketplace/looks/53) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
We’re excited to welcome Marie Read, author of the book Mastering Bird Photography (Rocky Nook), to the podcast. She talks about getting started with bird photography, where to find interesting birds, and, yes, we necessarily talk a bit about gear, since a good telephoto lens is essential for this type of photography. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Guest: Marie Read (https://www.marieread.com) Mastering Bird Photography (https://amzn.to/2UEuNCL), by Marie Read Marie Read Wildlife Photography on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/MarieReadWildlifePhotography/) Giveaway: We’re giving away a copy of Marie’s book, Mastering Bird Photography, to a PhotoActive listener! To be eligible, simply subscribe to our newsletter that we use to announce new episodes: the form is at the bottom of every PhotoActive page (https://photoactive.co/). If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Episode note: The Skype connection was spotty during recording. Apologies for the occasional audio glitch. Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-41-marie-read)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode #33 - The Language of Photo Editing (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-33-vocab) Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5.0-6.3 Di USD G2 for Sony DSLR Cameras (https://amzn.to/2UTvayq) Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5.0-6.3 Di USD G2 for Canon DSLR Cameras (https://amzn.to/2UExnZu) Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5.0-6.3 Di USD G2 for Nikon DSLR Cameras (https://amzn.to/2UZGr03) Marie’s cameras: Canon EOS 5D Mark III 22.3 MP Full Frame CMOS with 1080p Full-HD Video Mode Digital SLR Camera (Body) (https://amzn.to/2DtpxMH) Canon EOS 7D Mark II Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) (https://amzn.to/2XNYB21) Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bolsa_Chica_Ecological_Reserve) Episode #14 - Chris Marquardt Goes Wide-Angle (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-14-marquardt) Apple wants to patent a 'Synthetic Selfie' app (https://www.dpreview.com/news/2242290709/apple-wants-to-patent-a-synthetic-selfie-app) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Let’s Talk Photography Ep.67 – ‘Phone Photography Excellence’ with Jeff Carlson (http://www.lets-talk.ie/blog/?p=18628) Kirk: The Future of Photography podcast (https://thefutureofphotography.com/thefutureofphotography/show) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Where did you take that photo? Nearly every smartphone records its position when it captures an image, but very few cameras do. In this episode, we talk to Pierre Bernard, developer of the Mac application HoudahGeo, about how and why you'd want to geotag your photos. Sponsor HoudahGeo -- If you want to take photos and remember where they were shot, and your camera doesn't have built-in geo-tagging, use HoudahGeo on the Mac to attach GPS coordinates and location names to your photos. Get 30% off HoudahGeo with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://www.houdah.com/houdahGeo/buy.html?coupon=PHOTOACTIVE (https://www.houdah.com/houdahGeo/buy.html?coupon=PHOTOACTIVE) Guest: Pierre Bernard (https://www.houdah.com/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-40-houdahgeo)) Production Note: We’ve decided to change the frequency of episode releases to fortnightly (every two weeks) due to current commitments we both have. Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) HoudahGeo (https://www.houdah.com/houdahGeo/) Wintec WBT-201 (https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Wintec), the discontinued track logger Pierre uses Review: Canmore G-Porter GP-102+ data logger (https://robservatory.com/review-canmore-g-porter-gp-102-data-logger/), by Rob Griffiths Strava Global Heatmap (https://labs.strava.com/heatmap/) The Strava Heat Map and the End of Secrets (https://www.wired.com/story/strava-heat-map-military-bases-fitness-trackers-privacy/), WIRED (29-Jan-2018) Geotag Photos Pro (https://www.geotagphotos.net), the iOS app Kirk uses Adobe Photoshop Fix review by Jeff (not yet online) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Adobe Photoshop Fix (https://www.adobe.com/products/fix.html) Kirk: Geotag Photos Pro (https://www.geotagphotos.net) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Many photo situations call for stability, and that means setting up a tripod. But the options when choosing one quickly become complicated: height, weight, materials, price, and don’t forget the head that holds the camera. To help sort it all, we welcome photographer, educator, and former photojournalist Mason Marsh to the show. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Guest: Mason Marsh (https://www.masonmarsh.com/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-39-tripods)) Production Note: We’ve decided to change the frequency of episode releases to fortnightly (every two weeks) due to current commitments we both have. Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Jeff’s recent tripod: 3 Legged Thing Punks Corey Mag Alloy Tripod Kit w/AirHed Neo (https://amzn.to/2ufoN8U) Kirk’s tripod: Vanguard Alta Pro (https://amzn.to/2Ukia3J) 3 Legged Thing Albert (https://www.3leggedthing.com/albert) Peak Design Cuff (https://www.peakdesign.com/collections/all/products/cuff), which Mason uses to secure his camera to the tripod as backup protection Mason’s tripods: Small: Really Right Stuff TFA-01 Ultra Pocket ‘Pod (http://www.reallyrightstuff.com/TFA-01-Ultra-Pocket-Pod) Medium: Really Right Stuff TVC-23 MK2 (http://www.reallyrightstuff.com/TVC-23-Mk2-TFC-23-Mk2-Tripods?quantity=1&custcol61=6) Large: Gitzo Tripod Systematic Series 3 XL (https://www.manfrotto.us/gitzo-tripod-systematic-series-3-xl-4-sections) (Amazon Affiliate Link (https://amzn.to/2V2ZjHx)) Clamp: Really Right Stuff Travel Clamp Kits (http://www.reallyrightstuff.com/Travel-Clamp-Kits) Mason’s Ballheads: Small: Really Right Stuff BH-40 Ballhead (http://www.reallyrightstuff.com/BH-40-Ballhead) Large: Really Right Stuff BH-55 Ballhead (http://www.reallyrightstuff.com/BH-55-Ballhead) Panorama Head: Really Right Stuff PG-01 Compact Pano-Gimbal Head Head (http://www.reallyrightstuff.com/PG-01-Pano-Gimbal-Head?quantity=1&custcol18=2&custcol19=6&custcol20=1) Platypod: Ultra (https://platypod.com/tripods/ultra) (Amazon Affiliate Link (https://amzn.to/2WoLxzc)) Our Snapshots: Jeff: 3 Legged Thing Toolz Multi-Tool (https://amzn.to/2Y1se0F) Kirk: The Fujicron quartet (16mm f2.8) (https://amzn.to/2HvsFLK) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
We welcome back Nik Bhatt, of Gentlemen Coders and RAW Power fame, to pick his brain on editing photos using levels and curves: what the differences are between the two tonal adjustment tools, and how to use them. We also talk about understanding the histogram, and touch on editing white balance and why we may be using the eyedropper tool wrong. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-38-levels-curves)) Production Note: We’ve decided to change the frequency of episode releases to fortnightly (every two weeks) due to current commitments we both have. Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) RAW Power (https://rawpower.app/) PhotoActive Episode #26 - RAW Power 2.0 (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-26-raw-power) Download the RAW file we used as an example in this episode (https://www.dropbox.com/s/ncsfvjjyzi1v9l5/DSC01192.ARW?dl=0) (21 MB) Batch Processing in Apple Photos (https://www.kirkville.com/batch-processing-in-apple-photos/), by Kirk Our Snapshots: Jeff: White Wall AR (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/whitewall-ar/id1401291671), iOS app Kirk: White Balance Gray Cards (https://amzn.to/2UBe9VD) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
We're tackling two topics in this episode of PhotoActive. First up, all-important backups! We emphasize backups all the time, but what does a good backup system look like? Then, after the break, we turn a never-ending corner and look at 360-degree photography, an interesting and creative niche. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-37-backups-360)) Production Note: We’ve decided to change the frequency of episode releases to fortnightly (every two weeks) due to current commitments we both have. Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) PhotoActive Episode #27 - Flying High with Ian Schray and Drones (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-27-schray-drones) Backblaze Hard Drive Stats for 2018 (https://www.backblaze.com/blog/hard-drive-stats-for-2018/) Backups for Busy Creatives (https://creativepro.com/backups-for-busy-creatives/), Jeff’s article at CreativePro.com How to Back Up Your Mac to Multiple Time Machine Disks (https://www.kirkville.com/how-to-back-up-your-mac-to-multiple-time-machine-disks/), Kirk’s article at his website Take Control of Backing Up Your Mac (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/backing-up?aff=AFL5392537175) Samsung T5 Portable SSD - 500 GB - USB 3.1 External SSD (https://amzn.to/2U7UKv4) A 360-degree photo shot by Jeff, at Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/jefflcarlson/media_set?set=a.10154023708703004&type=3) Samsung Gear 360 at Museum of Flight (https://youtu.be/gRm82Ivn46E), video at YouTube The Best 360-Degree Camera (https://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-360-degree-camera/), The Wirecutter Ricoh Theta V 360 Spherical Camera (https://amzn.to/2SxRd7G) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Peak Design Shell (https://www.peakdesign.com/collections/covers/) Kirk: Drive Docks (https://amzn.to/2EBufsw) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
In this episode of PhotoActive, we have some specific ideas about photographing with constraints. Whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge of individual shooting features (such as aperture or shutter speed) or get out of a creative rut, imposing constraints on yourself can actually turn out to be a freeing exercise. Sponsor Gentlemen Coders RAW Power 2 lets you process raw files on your Mac with full control over Apple’s raw engine, offering features previously available only in Aperture. It has exceptional highlight recovery, as well as noise reduction, capture sharpening, gamut mapping, and more. RAW Power also works with JPEGs, TIFFs, and other standard image formats. RAW Power 2 runs as an extension in Apple Photos or as a standalone app. RAW Power 2 for iOS is a full photo library app that offers the same features, and works with your existing Photos library. Learn more at rawpower.app (https://rawpower.app). Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-36-constraints)) Production Note: We’ve decided to change the frequency of episode releases to fortnightly (every two weeks) due to current commitments we both have. Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) PhotoActive #10 - Quintin Lake’s Long Photo Walk (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-10-quintin-lake) Photo: Ripening (https://www.kirkville.com/photo-ripening/) PhotoActive #3 - Black and White (https://www.photoactive.co/home/hbjd5jmzachebladjpsfy37342j4fa) In the Real World (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lq3N2KWAttU), the William Eggleston documentary PhotoActive #8 - Gordon Laing on Taking Great Photos In Camera (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-8-gordon-laing) Three Notable New Photobooks: Don McCullin, Michael Kenna, and Todd Hido (https://www.kirkville.com/three-notable-new-photobooks-don-mccullin-michael-kenna-and-todd-hido/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Using iOS Shortcuts to Import Photos into Lightroom CC Mobile (https://jeffcarlson.com/2019/01/23/using-ios-shortcuts-to-import-photos-into-lightroom-cc-mobile/) Kirk: Bright Black World (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/159005475X/kirkmcelhearn), by Todd Hido Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
For this week’s episode, we’re moving to the other side of the camera. Kirk had the opportunity to get his portrait done by world-renowned Magnum photographer Martin Parr. He shares what it was like to be the subject, not the photographer. Sponsor Gentlemen Coders RAW Power 2 lets you process raw files on your Mac with full control over Apple’s raw engine, offering features previously available only in Aperture. It has exceptional highlight recovery, as well as noise reduction, capture sharpening, gamut mapping, and more. RAW Power also works with JPEGs, TIFFs, and other standard image formats. RAW Power 2 runs as an extension in Apple Photos or as a standalone app. RAW Power 2 for iOS is a full photo library app that offers the same features, and works with your existing Photos library. Learn more at rawpower.app (https://rawpower.app). Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-35-parr)) Production Note: We’ve decided to change the frequency of episode releases to fortnightly (every two weeks) due to current commitments we both have. Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) I Had My Portrait Shot by Martin Parr (https://www.kirkville.com/i-had-my-portrait-shot-by-martin-parr/) Martin Parr's photos (https://www.martinparr.com) Martin Parr Foundation (https://www.martinparrfoundation.org) Remote Scottish Postboxes (https://amzn.to/2TpkNO5), by Martin Parr Britain Through the Eyes of the Photographer Who Knows It Best (https://www.vice.com/en_uk/article/evenzj/britain-through-the-eyes-of-the-photographer-who-knows-it-best) The Gucci Timepieces that Appear in Martin Parr’s Photographs Shot Around the World for #timetoparr (https://www.gucci.com/us/en/ca/jewelry-watches/martin-parr-c-parr-watches) Gucci Is Dropping a Super-Limited Book Inspired by Legendary Post-Punk Band New Order (https://www.esquire.com/style/mens-accessories/a25318961/gucci-martin-parr-new-order-world-the-price-of-love-book/) Vogue Brazil Cover (https://vogue.globo.com/moda/moda-news/noticia/2018/12/martin-parr-fotografa-luna-bijl-no-rio-de-janeiro-para-primeira-vogue-brasil-de-2019.html) The Last Resort (https://www.magnumphotos.com/arts-culture/society-arts-culture/martin-parr-the-last-resort/): See photo #21 for the photo of a woman lying on a towel next to heavy machinery. Yousuf Karsh’s photos of Winston Churchill (https://karsh.org/photographs/winston-churchill/) Martin Parr Portrait Studio 2019 (https://www.evensi.uk/martin-parr-portrait-studio-2019-foundation/284440629)
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Author, educator, photographer, and all-around knowledgeable guy Ben Long joins us this week to talk about the 9th — yes, ninth — edition of his comprehensive book “Complete Digital Photography.” We cover how photography and people’s expectations about photography have changed since the early versions of the book. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Guest: Ben Long (Complete Digital Photography (https://completedigitalphotography.com/), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/benlong100/)) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-34-ben-long)) Production Note: We’ve decided to change the frequency of episode releases to fortnightly (every two weeks) due to current commitments we both have. Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Complete Digital Photography, Ninth Edition (https://amzn.to/2AQUoS6), by Ben Long Pentti Sammallahti (https://www.lensculture.com/pentti-sammallahti) Richard Misrach (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Misrach) Desert Cantos (https://amzn.to/2RQgjCn), by Richard Misrach Jerry Uellsman (http://www.uelsmann.net/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: 3 Legged Thing Punks Corey Aluminum Tripod Kit w/ AirHed Neo (https://amzn.to/2VWPXxL) Kirk: Vanguard Alta Pro 263AB 100 Aluminum Tripod with SBH-100 Ball Head (https://amzn.to/2DbHBv6) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
When we edit photos, we have a good idea of what the Exposure slider does—it makes everything brighter or darker throughout the image. But you’ll also find controls for Whites, Brightness, Brilliance, and others, depending on the software. What’s the difference? In this episode, Kirk and Jeff look at just what various editing controls do, so you have a better idea of which ones to use and how they affect your images. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-33-vocab)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Our Snapshots: Jeff: OWC USB-C Travel Dock (https://www.owcdigital.com/products/usb-c-travel-dock) Kirk: Use your iPhone light as a flashlight (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207281) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
What is 2019 going to look like? While we aren’t interested in making resolutions that are easily forgotten or ignored, we do have lots of ideas to spark your photographic creativity. Chief among those: Be less critical more often. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-32-new-years)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Episode #14 - Chris Marquardt Goes Wide-Angle (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-14-marquardt) Leica M Monochrom (https://amzn.to/2C3nZHt)
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Oblique Strategies cards (https://amzn.to/2SGIAc5) Obliques app (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/obliques/id1340653947?mt=8) (iOS) Our Snapshots: Jeff: The Photo Ark: One Man’s Quest to Document the World’s Animals (https://amzn.to/2VlsxC7), by Joel Sartore and Douglas H. Chadwick Kirk: Apple Pencil 2 (https://www.apple.com/apple-pencil/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Do you store your photos in an application or in specific locations on your hard disk? In this episode, Jeff and Kirk talk about the advantages of using a Digital Asset Manager (DAM) such as Apple Photos, Lightroom, or Luminar. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-31-dams)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Affinity Photo (https://affinity.serif.com/en-us/photo/) Luminar (https://skylum.com/luminar) Adobe Lightroom CC (http://adobe.com/products/lightroom) Adobe Lightroom Classic CC (https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom-classic.html) Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan (https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/photography.html) Take Control of Lightroom CC (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/lightroom-cc?aff=AFL5392537175) Alien Skin Exposure X4 (https://www.alienskin.com) Dropbox (https://db.tt/VYKyW6wyLj) First look: Skylum Luminar 3 adds support for photo libraries, Digital Asset Manager to follow (https://www.dpreview.com/news/4945479035/skylum-s-luminar-3-adds-photo-libraries), by Jeff Carlson, at DPReview Luminar Roadmap (https://skylum.com/luminar/roadmap), Skylum.com The Photographer’s Guide to Luminar (https://rockynook.com/shop/photography/the-photographers-guide-to-luminar/), by Jeff Carlson (forthcoming) Buy Luminar using this link and help support PhotoActive (https://macphun.evyy.net/c/203793/320119/3255) (Affiliate link) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Lumy app (http://appatakkars.com/lumy/) Kirk: American Winter (https://amzn.to/2CC3HGB), by Gerry Johansson Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
If you want to learn all about something, write a book about it. Or, to avoid yourself a lot of work, read someone else’s book about it! Jason Snell has written several versions of his book Take Control of Photos, and he joins us to talk about what’s new in Apple’s photo software and ecosystem for the Mac and iOS devices. We also talk about making print books and calendars, features that were removed from Photos earlier this year, and how machine learning is going to play a more important role in photo software. Sponsor Luma Labs - Everyone needs a camera strap that is both comfortable and practical. The Luma Loop lets you carry your camera as a sling or snug to your body when you’re not using it. The Luma Loop’s mounting hardware is custom designed so you don’t have to choose between a strap or a tripod mount. Get 10% off any purchase with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://luma-labs.com (https://luma-labs.com/) Guest: Jason Snell (SixColors.com (https://sixcolors.com), Twitter (https://twitter.com/jsnell), Instagram (https://instagram.com/jsnell)) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-30-snell-photos)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Take Control of Photos (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/photos?aff=AFL5392537175) iCloud Storage Plans and Prices (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201238) Samsung T5 Portable SSD - 2TB - USB 3.1 External SSD (https://amzn.to/2LvthzQ) Books and calendars in Photos for Mac: What are the best options? (https://sixcolors.com/post/2018/11/photos-mac-books-calendars-mimeo-motif/), SixColors.com Motif (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/motif/id1404636482?mt=12) Mimeo Photos (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/mimeo-photos/id1282504627?mt=12) Shutterfly (http://shutterfly.com) Luma Labs from the factory floor Instagram account (https://www.instagram.com/lumalabsllc/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Whoosh! Screen Shine (https://amzn.to/2UgmHS7) ($13) Kirk: SD Card Reader (https://amzn.to/2UXaQIO) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Jeff and Kirk do their first Christmas gift guide. But they don't choose (much) gear. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-29-christmas-gift-guide)) Zeiss Pre-Moistened Lens Cleaning Wipes (https://amzn.to/2SxY0in) Henri Cartier-Bresson: The Decisive Moment (https://amzn.to/2PBphhW) Pete Souza: Obama: An Intimate Portrait (https://amzn.to/2Ph6UPa) Georgia O'Keeffe: One Hundred Flowers (https://amzn.to/2PCOt7M) Seagate Expansion 2TB Portable External Hard Drive (https://amzn.to/2Pj0pLJ) Michael Kenna: Huangshan: The Yellow Mountain (https://amzn.to/2PDrXvt) Michael Kenna's gallery of his Huangshan photos (http://michaelkenna.net/gallery.php?id=8) Peak Design Everyday Backpack or Everyday Messenger Bag (https://www.peakdesign.com?rfsn=2042225.754301) Planet Earth II / Blue Planet II (https://amzn.to/2Lh80tN) Peter Lik (https://lik.com) Amazon (or other) gift cards (https://amzn.to/2rAujS5) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
The winter months are dark for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, so how do you create good photos in dimly lit environments? Your camera wants to make the best exposure possible, but in low-light situations, that can lead to long shutter speeds and blurry camera motion. Kirk and Jeff cover the many options for dealing with dark scenes in this episode. Sponsor Luma Labs - Everyone needs a camera strap that is both comfortable and practical. The Luma Loop lets you carry your camera as a sling or snug to your body when you’re not using it. The Luma Loop’s mounting hardware is custom designed so you don’t have to choose between a strap or a tripod mount. Get 10% off any purchase with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://luma-labs.com (https://luma-labs.com/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-28-low-light)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Amazon Basics Monopod (https://amzn.to/2Um0wK7) An Introduction to the Inverse Square Law (https://digital-photography-school.com/an-introduction-to-the-inverse-square-law/), Digital Photography School Episode #21 - HDR (High Dynamic Range) Photography (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-21-hdr) Luma Labs from the factory floor Instagram account (https://www.instagram.com/lumalabsllc/) Night Sight camera update for Pixel 3 is awesome (https://www.cnet.com/news/night-sight-camera-update-for-pixel-3-is-awesome/), CNET Leica M10 Sample Images (https://www.photographyblog.com/previews/leica_m10_photos/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Strobist (http://strobist.blogspot.com/) Kirk: Grant Simon Rogers (https://www.instagram.com/grantsimonrogers/) (Instagram) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
In traditional photography, a great piece of advice is to “zoom with your feet,” or, move yourself closer to a subject. What happens when the subject is 400 feet high? Or you want a unique viewpoint that wouldn’t be possible without a crane? This week we talk to Ian Schray about flying drones: quadcopters outfitted with cameras. Guest: Ian Schray (Twitter (https://twitter.com/idschray)) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-27-shray-drones)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) The Committed Podcast (http://www.thecommitted.tv/) DJI Drones (https://www.dji.com/products/consumer?site=brandsite&from=nav) DJI Pantom 2 V2.0 Quadcopter (https://amzn.to/2Q38AAR) DJI Phantom 4 Quadcopter (https://amzn.to/2KMphuM) (Ian’s model) DJI Mavic Pro 1 (https://amzn.to/2KHwYlB) (Jeff’s model) DJI Mavic Pro 2 (https://amzn.to/2P8IgQz) FAA Unmanned Aircraft Systems information (https://www.faa.gov/uas/) DJI Fly Safe information (https://www.dji.com/flysafe) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Fstop Labs Accessories for DJI Mavic Pro/Platinum/Alpine White - Transport Clip Controller Transmitter Joystick Protector (https://amzn.to/2RRSYfX) Kirk: 133 Countries from Above (http://www.yannarthusbertrand2.org/folder/countries-from-above/), by Yann Arthus-Bertrand Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
This week we’re joined by Nik Bhatt, former developer of Aperture and iPhoto at Apple and now a distinguished gentleman at Gentlemen Coders. Using his deep knowledge of how Apple’s raw photo editing engine works, Nik has just released RAW Power 2.0, an app for macOS and iOS. We talk about RAW Power’s unique features and learn some of the fascinating ins and outs of raw image processing. Sponsor Gentlemen Coders, RAW Power 2.0 lets you process raw files on your Mac with full control over Apple’s raw engine, offering features previously available only in Aperture. It has exceptional highlight recovery, as well as noise reduction, capture sharpening, gamut mapping, and more. RAW Power also works with JPEGs, TIFFs, and other standard image formats. RAW Power 2.0 runs as an extension in Apple Photos or as a standalone app. RAW Power 2.0 for iOS is a full photo library app that offers the same features, and works with your existing Photos library. Learn more at rawpower.app (https://rawpower.app). Guest: Nik Bhatt (https://gentlemencoders.com) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-26-raw-power)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) RAW Power for macOS (https://gentlemencoders.com/raw-power-for-macos/) RAW Power for iOS (http://gentlemencoders.com/raw-power-for-ios) Episode #6 - Raw vs. JPEG (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-6-raw-vs-jpeg) Hands-on: RAW Power for iOS (https://m.dpreview.com/articles/4226196966/raw-power-for-ios-hands-on), DPReview Our Snapshots: Jeff: 12.9-inch iPad Pro (2018) (http://apple.com/ipad-pro/) Kirk: Any Tripod (https://amzn.to/2TyLBf5) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
If you use Apple’s Photos app on your Mac or iOS device, are you also synchronizing your images via iCloud Photo Library? In this week’s episode, Jeff and Kirk talk about the pros and cons of Apple’s cloud service for photos. Why should you consider it? What are the downsides? And if you have your images in the cloud, is that considered a backup? (No, it’s not. We explain why.) Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-25-icloud-photo-library)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Take Control of Your Digital Photos (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/digital-photos?aff=AFL5392537175), by Jeff Carlson The Next Track (https://www.thenexttrack.com) podcast Set Up and Use iCloud Photos (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204264), Apple Manage your photo and video storage (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT205703), Apple Buy more iCloud storage (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201318), Apple Spect (https://stevenf.com/spect/) app Photo browser utilities for the Mac: Quickly sort through a photo shoot (https://www.macworld.com/article/3311867/photography/photo-browser-utilities-for-the-mac-quickly-sort-through-a-photo-shoot.html), Macworld Inside iOS 12: Photos Encourages More Engagement (https://tidbits.com/2018/09/25/inside-ios-12-photos-encourages-more-engagement/), TidBITS iMazing HEIC Converter (https://imazing.com/heic) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Mini Gaffer Tape Rolls (https://amzn.to/2RDqeaH) Kirk: Everyday Photography Every Day (https://www.neomodern.com/podcast) podcast by Michael Rubin and Suzanne Fritz-Hanson Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
We (good-naturedly) wade back into the question of “What makes a REAL photographer?” In this case, we’re talking about shooting using entirely manual controls or using the auto or semi-automatic modes on your camera. (Spoiler: Anyone with a camera is a real photographer.) We discuss when each approach works, and the advantages of knowing how shutter speed, aperture, and ISO all work together. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-24-manual-auto)) Episode #21 - HDR (High Dynamic Range) Photography (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-21-hdr) Aperture Priority mode (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aperture_priority) (Wikipedia) Shutter Priority mode (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shutter_priority) (Wikipedia) The Exposure Triangle - A Beginner’s Guide (https://photographylife.com/what-is-exposure-triangle) (PhotographyLife.com) Episode #8 - Gordon Laing on Taking Great Photos In Camera (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-8-gordon-laing) f/8 and Be There - What We Can Learn from WeeGee’s Philosophy (http://www.shutterphoto.net/article/f8-and-be-there-what-we-can-learn-from-weegees-philosophy/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Road to Seeing (https://amzn.to/2D8vLSO), by Dan Winters Kirk: iPhone XS Max (https://www.apple.com/iphone-xs/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Do you print your photos? Although we know we should make prints, but getting from screen to paper isn’t always easy. It turns out, though, that printing is much easier today than it used to be. In this episode, we welcome photographer and publisher Rick LePage to talk about printing photos at home, from hardware to paper to inks. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Guest: Rick LePage (https://ricklepage.com) Rick's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/bigbuckaroo/) Complete Digital Photography (https://completedigitalphotography.com) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-22-ios-apps)) Kirk's Canon printer (https://amzn.to/2JyyKFc) Printerville (http://www.printerville.net) archives Red River Paper (http://www.redriverpaper.com) Moab Paper (https://www.moabpaper.com) Fracture (https://fractureme.com) Hahnemuhle FineArt Glossy Inkjet Paper Sample Pack (https://amzn.to/2Ruthls) MOAB General Sampler (https://amzn.to/2qqjXDS) Canon Pro Paper Samples Pack (https://amzn.to/2yHkV39) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Moo.com Business Cards (https://moo.com) Kirk: Magnum square print sale (https://shop.magnumphotos.com/collections/square-prints-sale) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
We’ve talked about using an iPhone as a camera, but what about as a photo editor? The iPhone and iPad have come a long way since the early models, and they’re now quite capable digital darkrooms. But can you do “real” editing on them? Jeff and Kirk reveal how they use their devices with their photos, and cover some of the top editing apps for iOS. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-22-ios-apps)) The iPad for Photographers (https://ipadforphotographers.com/), Jeff’s book Photoshop for iPad (https://theblog.adobe.com/adobe-photoshop-aero-gemini-dimension-photoshop-cc/) (Adobe) "Finally: Real Photoshop on the iPad (https://www.theverge.com/2018/10/15/17969754/adobe-photoshop-apple-ipad-creative-cloud),” The Verge Color Management (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Color_management) (Wikipedia) Snapseed (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/snapseed/id439438619?mt=8) Affinity Photo for iPad (https://affinity.serif.com/en-us/photo/ipad/) Review: Affinity Photo for iPad (https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/affinity-photo-for-ipad-review), DPReview Lightroom CC mobile (https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom.html) VSCO (https://vsco.co) Our Snapshots: Jeff: USB Camera Battery Charger (https://amzn.to/2RaTmG0) (be sure to search for a model that supports your camera’s battery) Kirk: Stalker (https://amzn.to/2CHdNGP), directed by Andrei Tarkovsky; Kirk's article about Stalker (https://www.kirkville.com/andrei-tarkovskys-stalker-the-great-existentialist-science-fiction-film/)
“HDR” used to bring to mind surreal landscapes with garish colors and very few shadows. Fortunately, high-dynamic range photography has matured beyond those early days, and is a useful technique for getting more detail out of any scene. The latest iPhone and other smartphone cameras use HDR liberally to create good shots in all types of situations. We talk about making HDR photos using traditional cameras and techniques and also the new iPhone's computational methods. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: Photos of Chipping Campden (Google images) (https://www.google.com/search?q=chipping+campden+photos&client=safari&rls=en&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjq9Oa6gZLeAhUlLcAKHcfxCKMQsAR6BAgEEAE&biw=1293&bih=1041) Graduated neutral density filter (round) (https://amzn.to/2CRHHcn) Graduated neutral density filter (rectangular, requires a holder) (https://amzn.to/2pXA2k9) Aurora HDR: A Photoversity Guide (https://photoversity.com), Jeff’s book Trey Ratcliffe's HDR (https://www.stuckincustoms.com/hdr/) The Best Camera Lens Filters, Flashes, and Accessories for Taking Great Photos (https://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-camera-lens-filters-flashes-and-accessories-for-taking-great-photos/#lighting-and-color) The iPhone XS is a leap forward in computational photography (https://www.dpreview.com/articles/5831987965/the-iphone-xs-is-a-leap-forward-in-computational-photography), Jeff’s article at DPReview Lightroom Classic CC (https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom-classic.html) Lightroom CC (https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom.html) (which does not have HDR capability) Affinity Photo for desktop (https://affinity.serif.com/en-us/photo/desktop/) Aurora HDR 2019 (https://macphun.evyy.net/c/203793/309505/3255) Our Snapshots: Jeff: SanDisk Rescue Pro software (https://www.lc-tech.com/pc/sandisk-rescuepro-and-rescuepro-deluxe/) Kirk: Hoya Pro 1 Polarizing filter (https://amzn.to/2PNnXti). (Be sure to search for the diameter that matches your lens.) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
The recent release of iPhones that improve Portrait mode spurred us to talk about bok... Kirk can’t say the word. That’s okay, because neither can Apple VP Phil Schiller (correctly, anyway). Yes, we’re discussing background blur and shallow depth of field, how to get the effect with traditional cameras and lenses as well as the faux version in some smartphones, and why you’d want to in the first place. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: Bokeh (Wikipedia) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bokeh) Bokeh in Pictures (https://luminous-landscape.com/bokeh-in-pictures/), The Luminous Landscape Snow Rail (https://www.flickr.com/photos/jeffcarlson/2226746942/), Jeff’s photo with extremely shallow depth of field. Kirk's Flowers & Macro gallery (https://photos.kirkville.com/galleries/flowers-macro/) on his photos website; there are a number of photos with shallow depth of field. The Timeless Beauty of Cape Cod (http://www.slate.com/blogs/behold/2015/12/10/joel_meyerowitz_photographs_cape_cod_in_his_book_cape_light.html) Joel Meyerowitz: Cape Light (https://amzn.to/2QMbUfx) Lensbaby Sol 45 (https://amzn.to/2ye1ajo)
iphoneportraitmode on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/iphoneportraitmode/)
SD memory cards: The features and specifications to look for (http://www.macworld.com/article/3208766/storage/sd-memory-cards-the-features-and-specifications-to-look-for.html), Macworld Best USB-C memory card readers (http://www.macworld.com/article/3209758/computers-accessories/best-usb-c-memory-card-readers.html), Macworld Our Snapshots: Jeff: Westcott 1107 14-inch 1-Stop Diffuser (https://amzn.to/2Ie2arp) Kirk: SanDisk Extreme Pro SD Card (https://amzn.to/2A5K9ZW) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Conversations about photography can lead to unexpected places. Although Jeff has known Michael Rubin since the days when they were both writing technology books for Peachpit Press, it wasn’t until recently that he learned about Michael’s extensive collection of fine-art photography. Of course, he had to introduce Michael to Kirk, which resulted in this episode where we enjoy an enthusiastic conversation with Michael about two prints in his collection: Arnold Newman’s “Igor Stravinsky, 1946” and Elliot Erwitt’s “New York City, 1950.” Sponsor Neomodern treats your photos like art, offering simple, affordable concierge printing and framing. Neomodern works with you to make gorgeous work from your images that you'll be proud to hang on your walls. Go online or drop in to the gallery at 1898 Union Street in San Francisco. https://www.neomodern.com (https://www.neomodern.com) Guest: - Michael Rubin (http://byrubin.com) - Michael's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/droidmaker/) - Neomodern (http://www.neomodern.com) - Everyday Photography Every Day (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-photography/id1438134655) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: Arnold Newman: Igor Stravinsky, 1946 (https://www.moma.org/collection/works/55329) Arnold Newman: Portraits (https://arnoldnewman.com/portraits) Jerry Uelsmann photos (http://www.uelsmann.net) Elliot Erwitt’s America – New York City, USA. 1950 (https://shop.magnumphotos.com/collections/elliott-erwitt/products/magnum-collection-poster-elliott-erwitt-s-america-new-york-city-usa-1950?variant=12235376033879) Elliot Erwitt's jumping dog (Paris, France, 1989), and other photos by Erwitt (https://www.npr.org/sections/pictureshow/2011/08/15/139384106/jumping-dogs-and-photo-toons-meet-photographer-elliott-erwitt) Joel Meyerowitz, Girl on a Scooter, 1965 (http://www.howardgreenberg.com/news-and-views/joel-meyerowitz-retrospective-at-kunst-haus-wien) f/8 and Be There (http://www.shutterphoto.net/article/f8-and-be-there-what-we-can-learn-from-weegees-philosophy/) Robert Frank Street Line (https://www.nga.gov/collection/art-object-page.78749.html) Michael Talks about Newman’s “Igor Stravinsky, 1946” at Neomodern (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bq4LJn4vCk&t=1s) Harry Callahan’s Trees in Chicago (http://www.artic.edu/aic/collections/artwork/100089) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Phottix Ares Wireless Flash Trigger Set (https://amzn.to/2y8oRJf) Kirk: In My Room, Saul Leiter (https://photos.kirkville.com/photo-book-review-in-my-room-by-saul-leiter/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Guest: - Katrin Eismann (http://katrineismann.com) - Katrin's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/katrin_eismann/) - School of Visual Arts (SVA) Digital Photography Program (http://www.sva.edu/graduate/mps-digital-photography) - Adobe Photoshop Restoration & Retouching (4th Edition) by Katrin Eismann, Wayne Palmer, Dennis Dunbar (https://amzn.to/2OzEMHl) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: Kodak (Wikipedia) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kodak) Apple QuickTake (Wikipedia) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_QuickTake) Renowned film director Wim Wenders hits out at 'phone photography' (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/entertainment-arts-45011397/renowned-film-director-wim-wenders-hits-out-at-phone-photography) Michael Kenna's photo of Stonehenge (https://huxleyparlour.com/works/stonehenge-wiltshire-england-1990/) Robert Capa: In Love and War (http://www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters/robert-capa-in-love-and-war/47/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. Our snapshots: Jeff: A Photojournalist's Field Guide: In the trenches with combat photographer Stacy Pearsall (https://amzn.to/2D9dvKB) Kirk: Paul Hart: Farmed (https://www.paulhartphotography.com/books/t8b014xmotw4ljcj1kv5wsyb2cewmj) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Photographers often focus on cameras, but it’s the lens that can have the most impact on your photos. In this episode, Jeff and Kirk talk glass: lenses. When do you want a prime lens, which has a fixed focal length, and when does a zoom work better? Why are prime lenses often better? And why not just use one zoom lens that hits both wide and telephoto ranges? We sort out an often confusing topic. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: Fujifilm X-T3 (https://amzn.to/2xFa6xf) Episode #14 - Chris Marquardt Goes Wide-Angle (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-14-marquardt) Fujinon XF18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS (https://amzn.to/2Dqt2pk) Episode #16 - Buying and Selling Camera Gear (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-16-buy-sell-gear) Episode #13 - Aspect Ratios and Why They’re Important (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-13-aspect-ratios) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. Our snapshots: Jeff: Fall Foliage Maps (https://weather.com/maps/fall-foliage), Clear Outside app (https://clearoutside.com/forecast/50.7/-3.52) Kirk: Lensbaby Velvet 56 (https://amzn.to/2QuvKgk) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Do you have a pile of old cameras and lenses stashed in a closet somewhere? Or do you sell your used gear to make way for new goodies? What about buying previously-owned cameras and lenses? This week, Kirk and Jeff talk about buying and selling your photo gear: where to do it, pitfalls to avoid, and more. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: LensRentals.com (http://lensrentals.com) Borrow Lenses (https://www.borrowlenses.com) Fujifilm Refurbished (UK) (https://shop.fujifilm.co.uk/digital-cameras/refurbished-digital-cameras) Apple Refurbished (https://www.apple.com/shop/browse/home/specialdeals) Lake in Catskill Mountains, 1971 (Woman Throwing Crutches) (http://www.flickriver.com/photos/26746018@N03/2871337738/), Joel Meyerowitz MPB.com (https://www.mpb.com/en-us/) Ebay (http://ebay.com/) How to Make the Most Money Selling Your Camera Gear (https://fstoppers.com/originals/how-make-most-money-selling-your-used-camera-gear-106319), Fstoppers Tips for Buying Used Camera Gear (https://digital-photography-school.com/tips-buying-used-camera-gear/), Digital Photography School How to Buy Used Lenses (https://photographylife.com/how-to-buy-used-lenses), Photography Life Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. Our snapshots: Jeff: Toffee & Honey (https://www.tomayiacolvineducation.com/toffeeandhoney/) Kirk: Joel Meyerowitz: Taking My Time (https://amzn.to/2Q0aAGF) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Time-lapse photography can create dramatic short videos - think about clouds zooming overhead throughout the course of a day or flowers blooming in seconds - but creating time-lapse videos turns out to be remarkably easy. In this episode, Jeff and Kirk walk through the process of using the Time-Lapse mode in the iOS Camera app as well as capturing time-lapse photos with traditional cameras. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: A Student Took a Selfie Every Day for Eight Years and It’s the Best Time-Lapse (https://www.irishnews.com/magazine/daily/2018/04/30/news/a-student-took-a-selfie-every-day-for-eight-years-and-it-s-the-best-timelapse-1317091/) The Longest Way (https://vimeo.com/4636202), by Christoph Rehage How Does the iOS 8 Time-lapse Feature Work? (https://www.studioneat.com/blogs/main/15467765-how-does-the-ios-8-time-lapse-feature-work), Studio Neat blog Hyperlapse app (https://hyperlapse.instagram.com) Benny Hill - End Show Clip (https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x3n1fq) Intervalometer (https://amzn.to/2wObnl3) example Miops Mobile Dongle (https://amzn.to/2wPbWv4) (be sure to pick the right model for your camera) Sample Time-Lapse Shot with Miops Mobile Dongle (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Gv5v93Je7g), created by Jeff for a DPReview article (https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/trigger-happy-alpine-labs-spark-and-miops-mobile-dongle) The Same Time-Lapse with a Push-In Camera Move (https://youtu.be/BqPaOtfdpf0) Sunset Hill 360-degree Time-Lapse (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_o4gwbK53w), also by Jeff The BEST way to make a TIME-LAPSE! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGtSx5kYuOk), by Peter McKinnon Adrift (https://vimeo.com/69445362), a great time-lapse example Sequence for Mac (http://frosthaus.com/sequence/) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be eligible for a random giveaway of Photographer’s Ephemeris apps and all future prize drawings. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. Our snapshots: Jeff: Top Photographer (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwm6LvGc5xq03yAgEBG2dMJU-frI9x5NC) Kirk: Affinity Photo Workbook (https://amzn.to/2whKFB5) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Photographer, podcaster, and author Chris Marquardt just published the book Wide-Angle Photography, and he joins us to talk about the time he took only a 24mm lens on a photo tour and fell in love with wide-angle lens photography. We cover composition, thinking in wide-angle terms, and shooting with tilt-shift lenses. Sponsor The Photographer’s Ephemeris: It’s all about the light. Plan your outdoor photography in natural light, at any location on the planet. Get 33% off the Photo Planning Tools bundle - three apps - at the App Store. https://www.photoephemeris.com (https://www.photoephemeris.com) Guest: Chris Marquardt (https://chrismarquardt.com/) Tips from the Top Floor (http://tipsfromthetopfloor.com/) podcast Happy Shooting (http://happyshooting.de/) podcast (in German) The Future of Photography (https://thefutureofphotography.com/) podcast Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: Wide-Angle Photography, by Chris Marquardt: Order from Rocky Nook (https://rockynook.com/shop/print/wide-angle-photography/), or use a PhotoActive Amazon affiliate link (https://amzn.to/2LJok54) to help support the show. Patients are desperate to resemble their doctored selfies. Plastic surgeons alarmed by ‘Snapchat dysmorphia.’ (https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2018/08/06/patients-are-desperate-to-resemble-their-doctored-selfies-plastic-surgeons-alarmed-by-snapchat-dysmorphia/), Washington Post 24mm Canon Tilt-Shift Lens (https://amzn.to/2LGxQWM) 24mm Nikon Tilt-Shift Lens (https://amzn.to/2NyClUR) 24mm Rokinon Tiilt-Shift Lens for Sony mount (https://amzn.to/2C3TPXW) Lensbaby (http://lensbaby.com) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be eligible for a random giveaway of Photographer’s Ephemeris apps and all future prize drawings. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. Our snapshots: Jeff: RAW Power app (https://gentlemencoders.com) Kirk: The Photo Book (https://amzn.to/2C1MmZB) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Aspect ratios in photography are about more than making prints at 8x10 or 5x7 sizes. In fact, aspect ratio has been key in defining some of the best-known photos in the world. In this episode, Kirk and Jeff talk about why every photographer should understand the importance of aspect ratios. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: Aspect Ratio (image) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aspect_ratio_(image)), Wikipedia Harness the Creative Power of Aspect Ratio in Photography (https://fujifilmxgfx.com/gfx-techniques/aspect-ratio-photography/) Fujifilm GFX 50S Sample Images (https://www.dpreview.com/sample-galleries/3125129958/fujifilm-gfx-50s-samples-gallery) at DPReview Pragmatics (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pragmatics), Wikipedia Why You Need To Grasp Social Media Image Aspect Ratio (https://louisem.com/244469/social-media-image-aspect-ratio) Square, Andrew Gibson (https://digital-photography-school.com/aspect-ratio-what-it-is-and-why-it-matters/) Our snapshots: Jeff: Gregory Heisler: 50 Portraits: Stories and Techniques from a Photographer's Photographer (https://amzn.to/2MsdzcG), by Gregory Heisler Kirk: Spect (https://spect-app.com/) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
"Gear is good, but vision is better," says photographer and educator David duChemin. This week, we talk to David about discovering and developing that vision. Sponsor Take Control Books. Get 30% off any Take Control Books purchase with the coupon code PHOTOACTIVE. Go to www.takecontrolbooks.com/photoactive (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/photoactive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: See the full show notes, including photos, screenshots, and more, here (https://photoactive.squarespace.com/home/episode-12-david-duchemin). David duChemin (http://davidduchemin.com) The Compelling Frame (http://www.thecompellingframe.com) Master Your Craft course (https://www.masteryourcraftcourse.com) Pilgrims and Nomads (https://craftandvision.com/products/pilgrims-nomads) Limited Edition book by David duChemin The Craft and Vision Field Cap (https://craftandvision.com/collections/all/products/field-cap) “The Helsinki Bus Station Theory” (https://petapixel.com/2013/03/13/the-helsinki-bus-station-theory-finding-your-own-vision-in-photography/) David’s YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrCj4BerLCMsHV3QT6OBB_A/videos) Leaving Dafen (https://davidduchemin.com/2018/05/leaving-dafen-from-craft-to-art/) Insta_repeat on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/insta_repeat/) “Is it any good?” (https://davidduchemin.com/2018/07/is-it-any-good/) Elliot Erwitt (http://elliotterwitt.com) Ernst Haas (http://ernst-haas.com) Ernst Haas: Color Correction: 1952–1986 (https://amzn.to/2MSqfWe) Alex Webb (https://www.webbnorriswebb.co) The Suffering of Light (https://amzn.to/2L0UJ6G), by Alex Webb Wynn Bolluck (http://www.wynnbullockphotography.com) Our snapshots: Jeff: From These Hands: A Journey Along the Coffee Trail (https://amzn.to/2LvVxpl), by Steve McCurry Kirk: Hiroshige: One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (https://amzn.to/2L1OvUi) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Most photos can benefit from universal edits to tone and color, but what do you do if just a sky needs to be made more dramatic or you want to add a soft splash of light to a person’s face? In this episode, Jeff and Kirk talk about adjusting specific areas within an image using selective editing tools in apps such as Lightroom, Luminar, and Affinity Photo. Sponsor Take Control Books. Get 30% off any Take Control Books purchase with the coupon code PHOTOACTIVE. Go to www.takecontrolbooks.com/photoactive (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/photoactive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Adobe Lightroom (https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom.html) Graduated neutral density filter (https://amzn.to/2KGM7Sw) Snapseed (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/snapseed/id439438619?mt=8) Skylum Luminar (https://macphun.evyy.net/c/203793/185399/3255) Affinity Photo (https://affinity.serif.com/en-us/photo/) Botched Restoration of Jesus Fresco Miraculously Saves Spanish Town (https://news.artnet.com/art-world/botched-restoration-of-jesus-fresco-miraculously-saves-spanish-town-197057) Our snapshots: Jeff: Miops Mobile Dongle (https://www.miops.com/miops-mobile-dongle/) Kirk: SHOOT Shutter Remote Release Switch Control Cord Trigger RR-90 for Fuji Fujifilm (https://amzn.to/2MctIlr) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Long walks are great opportunities to bring a camera and make photos—but what about 10,000 km of walking? In this episode, Kirk and Jeff welcome photographer Quintin Lake, who is walking the entire coastline of Britain and taking photos of what he discovers. Our interview talks about the motivation behind Quintin’s The Perimeter project, how it quickly made him realize what gear is essential and what can be left behind, and why ambitious projects like this are worth pursuing. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show notes: See the full show notes, including photos, screenshots, and more, here (https://photoactive.squarespace.com/home/episode-10-quintin-lake). Quintin Lake home page (http://quintinlake.com) Quintin Lake on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/quintinlake/) The Perimeter project (http://www.theperimeter.uk) The Perimeter FAQ (https://theperimeter.uk/faq/) Quintin’s Kit List (https://lighterpack.com/r/evrlk7) The Last Resort (https://pro.magnumphotos.com/C.aspx?VP3=SearchResult&ALID=2S5RYDYDHEB9), by Martin Parr Martin Parr on His Infamous Photo Series, The Last Resort (http://www.anothermag.com/art-photography/8073/martin-parrs-last-resort) The Photographer’s Ephemeris (TPE) app (https://www.photoephemeris.com/) Peak Design Capture Clip (https://www.peakdesign.com/product/clips/) Our snapshots: Jeff: Verbatim USB-C Pocket Card Reader (http://amzn.to/2jXr0DE) Kirk: Retro Cameras (https://amzn.to/2LKwKht), by John Wade If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
In this episode, we turn our attention to something that often takes too much of our attention: Instagram. It's an annoying time trap filled with hucksters, motivational imagery, and so, so many selfies; while also being one of the world's richest resources for experiencing all kinds of photography. Sponsor Take Control Books. Get 30% off any Take Control Books purchase with the coupon code PHOTOACTIVE. Go to www.takecontrolbooks.com/photoactive (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/photoactive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show notes: See the full show notes, including photos, screenshots, and more, here (https://photoactive.squarespace.com/home/episode-9-instagram).
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rouxroamer (http://instagram.com/rouxroamer/) Joel Meyerowitz (https://www.instagram.com/joel_meyerowitz/) Kirk’s Shakuhachi picture (https://www.instagram.com/p/BkVskqWFVkg/)
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@photobookstore (https://www.instagram.com/thephotobookstore/) @therealpeterlinburg (https://www.instagram.com/therealpeterlindbergh/) Kirk's article How to Post to Instagram from Safari on a Mac (https://www.kirkville.com/how-to-post-to-instagram-from-safari-on-a-mac/) Apple iPhone Photos (https://www.instagram.com/apple)
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Instagram reaches 1 billion active users (https://www.dpreview.com/news/1175453188/instagram-reaches-1-billion-active-users), DPReview Our snapshots: Jeff: Palette System (http://palettegear.com); Palette system review in DPReview (https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/review-palette-modular-editing-controls) Kirk: A macro lens (any brand); mine is the Fuji 60mm (https://amzn.to/2Ldw971) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
We chat with Gordon Laing about how to take great photos without post-processing, by taking advantage of the capabilities of your camera. Guest Gordon Laing, Camera Labs (https://www.cameralabs.com) Gordon Laing on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/cameralabs/) His book In Camera (https://amzn.to/2uvSnaQ) Sponsor Charcoal Book Club. Get 10% off a membership to regularly receive photo books. Go to www.charcoalbookclub.com (https://charcoalbookclub.com) and use the coupon code PHOTOACTIVE to get the discount automatically. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show notes: See the full show notes, including photos, screenshots, and more, here (https://photoactive.squarespace.com/home/episode-8-gordon-laing). Fujifilm film simulations (https://www.fujifilm.eu/uk/products/digital-cameras/detail/action/show/product/x100f/features-31501/film-simulation/) Our snapshots: Jeff: Cable Matters 480 GB Thunderbolt 3 SSD (https://amzn.to/2mtChdj) Kirk: LFI Magazine (https://lfi-online.de/ceemes/en/magazine/) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
We all end up carrying too much gear. In this episode, we discuss the mistakes that we've made with gear, and when and why we need certain types of gear. Sponsor Take Control Books. Get 30% off any Take Control Books purchase with the coupon code PHOTOACTIVE. Go to www.takecontrolbooks.com/photoactive (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/photoactive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show notes: See the full show notes, including photos, screenshots, and more, here (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-7-need-that-gear). Peak Design Everyday Messenger Bag (https://amzn.to/2JgVYOe) Camera bag insert that can go in any bag (https://amzn.to/2zxT4Fl) Peak Design Everyday Backpack 20L (https://amzn.to/2m8p4X4) GorillaPod (https://amzn.to/2N8M6sf) Popa (http://www.brendandawes.com/projects/popa) Anker portable battery pack (https://amzn.to/2NIVJix) (one of many models available) A set of neutral density filters and mount (https://amzn.to/2uhTQBe) Zeiss lens wipes (https://amzn.to/2L9TC5C) Collapsible reflectors (https://amzn.to/2ufzc4R) The iPad for Photographers: Master the Newest Tool in Your Camera Bag (https://amzn.to/2Je8NJm) WD 250GB My Passport Wireless SSD External Portable Drive with SD Card Slot (https://amzn.to/2NHRnZb) Take Control of Your Digital Storage (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/digital-storage) Our snapshots: Jeff: The Photographer's Ephemeris (https://www.photoephemeris.com) Kirk: Helping Hands (https://amzn.to/2JhbXvT) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
We explain what raw image files are, and discuss the balance between shooting in raw, jpeg, or both. And explain how to shoot in raw on the iPhone. Sponsor Charcoal Book Club. Get 10% off a membership to regularly receive photo books. Go to www.charcoalbookclub.com (https://charcoalbookclub.com) and use the coupon code PHOTOACTIVE to get the discount automatically. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show notes: See the full show notes, including photos, screenshots, and more, here (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-6-raw-vs-jpeg). Halide Camera (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/halide-camera/id885697368?mt=8?uo=4&at=11l6om) Adobe Lightroom CC (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/adobe-lightroom-cc/id878783582?mt=8?uo=4&at=11l6om) Raw bit depth is about dynamic range, not the number of colors you get to capture (https://www.dpreview.com/articles/4653441881/bit-depth-is-about-dynamic-range-not-the-number-of-colors-you-get-to-capture) How to Work with RAW and JPEG Files in Apple’s Photos App (https://www.kirkville.com/how-to-work-with-raw-and-jpeg-photos-in-apples-photos-app/) Our snapshots: Jeff: Fotodiox Pro Lens Mount Adapter (Nikon to Fuji X) (https://amzn.to/2MHglGA) Kirk: Readly (https://get.readly.com/WaBedNYOOJKjAC3P) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
We welcome Wenmei Hill to talk about her work as Editorial Manager at DPReview, volunteering with the organization Soulumination, and inspiring and helping women become better photographers as part of Mamas with Cameras. Sponsor Take Control Books. Get 30% off any Take Control Books purchase with the coupon code PHOTOACTIVE. Go to www.takecontrolbooks.com/photoactive (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/photoactive) Guest: Wenmei Hill (https://www.dpreview.com/members/6423997127) Wenmei Hill on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/wenmeihill/) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show notes: See the full show notes, including photos, screenshots, and more, here (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-5-wenmei-hill). DPReview (https://www.dpreview.com) Soulumination (http://www.soulumination.org) Mamas with Cameras (https://www.mamaswithcameras.com) Our snapshots: Anatomy of a Studio Portrait (https://amzn.to/2N1ozKD), by John Cornicello Peak Design Cuff (https://amzn.to/2N1tJXe) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
We talk about the many advanced features that the iPhone's camera contains, and explain some tips and shortcuts that can make your iPhone photos better. Sponsor Charcoal Book Club. Get 10% off a membership to regularly receive photo books. Go to www.charcoalbookclub.com (https://charcoalbookclub.com) and use the coupon code PHOTOACTIVE to get the discount automatically. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show notes: See the full show notes, including photos, screenshots, and more, here (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-2-libraries). Specs for each iPhone model (https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/6/28/15885636/iphone-10th-anniversary-hardware-specifications-comparison-apple-ios) Use Portrait mode on the iPhone (https://support.apple.com/en-gb/ht208118) Apple Doesn't Want Coders Messing With iPhone Buttons — Sometimes (article about the Camera+ app using the volume buttons to trigger the shutter) (https://www.wired.com/2010/12/camera-plus-volume-snap/) Take and edit Live Photos (https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT207310) Jeff's iPhone 8 Plus sample gallery (https://www.dpreview.com/samples/1713583606/iphone-8-plus-sample-gallery) HDR is enabled by default on the iPhone 8 Plus, and that's a really good thing (https://www.dpreview.com/articles/4326186527/hdr-is-enabled-by-default-on-the-iphone-8-plus-and-that-s-a-really-good-thing) PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/); find the secret word you need to join the group at the end of the podcast. Our snapshots: Apple how to Shoot on iPhone videos (https://www.apple.com/uk/iphone/photography-how-to/) Mont St. Michel, by Michael Kenna (https://photos.kirkville.com/photo-book-review-mont-st-michel-by-michael-kenna/) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Jeff Carlson and Kirk McElhearn chat about black and white photos: the history of black and white photography, the various ways you can convert your photos to black and white, and how you can shoot and think in black and white. Sponsor Take Control Books. Get 30% off any Take Control Books purchase with the coupon code PHOTOACTIVE. Go to www.takecontrolbooks.com/photoactive (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/photoactive) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show notes: See the full show notes, including photos, screenshots, and more, here (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-2-libraries). Kodachrome (Wikipedia) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kodachrome) Joel Meyerowitz Towards Color: 1962-1978 (https://huxleyparlour.com/exhibitions/joel-meyerowitz-towards-colour-1962-1978/) Joel Meyerowitz: Cape Light (https://amzn.to/2tbtf7Q) Aperture (https://aperture.org) Joel Meyerowitz, color street photography (https://www.joelmeyerowitz.com/street-photography/) Leica M Monochrom (https://uk.leica-camera.com/Photography/Leica-M/LEICA-M-MONOCHROM) Red Dot Forum review of first version of the Leica M Monochrom "Henri" (https://www.reddotforum.com/content/2012/05/leica-m-monochrom-review-529/), review of second version "Elliot" (https://www.reddotforum.com/content/2015/04/leica-m-monochrom-typ-246-review/) Thorsten Overgaard review of first version of the Leica M Monochrom (http://www.overgaard.dk/leica-M-Monochrom-Henri-Digital-Rangefinder-Camera-black-and-white-sensor-page-21.html); review of second version (http://www.overgaard.dk/leica-M-Monochrom-Type-246-Digital-Rangefinder-Camera-black-and-white-sensor-page-28-The-Leica-M246-Goes-to-Paris.html) PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/); find the secret word you need to join the group at the end of the podcast Our snapshots: Bitcam (https://iconfactory.com/bc.html) Black and White Photography magazine (https://www.blackandwhitephotographymag.co.uk) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Jeff Carlson and Kirk McElhearn discuss why you want some sort of photo library in place, such as Photos or Lightroom, and their different approaches to managing their images. We dig into software, keywords, machine learning-based search, and the advantages (and annoyances) of cloud-based libraries. Sponsor Charcoal Book Club. Get 10% off a membership to regularly receive photo books. Go to www.charcoalbookclub.com (https://charcoalbookclub.com) and use the coupon code PHOTOACTIVE to get the discount automatically. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show notes: See the full show notes, including photos, screenshots, and more, here (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-2-libraries). Jeff's book Take Control of Your Digital Photos (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/digital-photos?aff=AFL5392537175) Jeff's book Take Control of Lightroom CC (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/lightroom-cc?aff=AFL5392537175) iCloud Photo Library (https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT204264) “I only ever take one picture of one thing. Literally. Never two. So then that picture is taken and then the next one is waiting somewhere else.” William Eggelston The Next Track (http://www.thenexttrack.com/): a podcast about how people listen to music today iCloud storage plans and pricing (https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT201238) Adobe Creative Cloud (https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/plans.html) Luminar 2018 (https://macphun.evyy.net/c/1229768/320119/3255) Affinity Photo (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/affinity-photo/id824183456?mt=12?uo=4&at=11l6om) PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/); find the secret word you need to join the group at the end of the podcast Our snapshots: William Eggleston: Los Alamos exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (now closed) (https://www.metmuseum.org/exhibitions/listings/2018/william-eggleston-los-alamos) “I am at war with the obvious." Kirk's review of Los Alamos Revisited (https://www.kirkville.com/photo-book-review-los-alamos-revisited-by-william-eggleston/) Todd Hido, Intimate Distance (https://photos.kirkville.com/photo-book-review-todd-hido-intimate-distance/) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.
Jeff Carlson and Kirk McElhearn introduce PhotoActive, a podcast about photography and the Apple ecosystem. We explain what we plan to cover in this podcast, and how you can participate. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Sponsor Take Control Books. Get 30% off any Take Control Books purchase with the coupon code PHOTOACTIVE. Go to www.takecontrolbooks.com/photoactive (https://www.takecontrolbooks.com/photoactive) Show notes: See the full show notes, including photos, screenshots, and more, here (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-1-welcome-to-photoactive). Jeff's article from 2006 about his experience shooting photos in South Africa; with a 6 megapixel camera (https://tidbits.com/2006/06/12/south-africa-in-11-3-billion-pixels/) Canon PowerShot S3 (https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canons3is) Olympus OM-10 (http://camerapedia.wikia.com/wiki/Olympus_OM-10/20/30/40) Olympus OM-D E-M1 (https://www.olympus.co.uk/site/en/c/cameras/om_d_system_cameras/om_d/e_m1/index.html) Michael Kenna: Holga (https://photos.kirkville.com/photo-book-review-holga-by-michael-kenna/) PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/); find the secret word you need to join the group at the end of the podcast Our snapshots: Focos app (http://focos.me) Peak Design Cuff Camera Wrist Strap (https://amzn.to/2IpxVwU) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (LINKTK) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more.