tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74092056238147265832024-02-19T03:05:35.404-08:00Brent Bellamy's Photography TipsBrent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-34174786161724659552012-06-07T20:43:00.000-07:002012-06-07T20:43:11.263-07:008 HDR Fighter JetsIt is a well known fact that fighter jets are made of pure testosterone! Check out this HDR collection of fighters doing what they do best...looking awesome!<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/pogobone/" target="_blank">Pogobone</a></span><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/richhrly/4812230790/" title="Tornado - HDR - RIAT 2010 by richhrly, on Flickr"><img alt="Tornado - HDR - RIAT 2010" height="333" src="http://farm5.staticflickr.com/4074/4812230790_54871fb024.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/richhrly/with/5944014472/" target="_blank">richrly</a></span><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/casparsmit/6359943285/" title="Luftwaffe Panavia Tornado HDR by Caspar Smit, on Flickr"><img alt="Luftwaffe Panavia Tornado HDR" height="297" src="http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6113/6359943285_abced41045.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/casparsmit/" target="_blank">casparsmit</a></span><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/33563777@N07/3504612711/" title="typhoon by russell churchill, on Flickr"><img alt="typhoon" height="500" src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3414/3504612711_329c73a402.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/33563777@N07/with/3504612711/" target="_blank">Russell Churchill</a></span><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/skho/5940600402/" title="<HDR> F-16D Fighting Falcon by SKHO , on Flickr"><img alt="<HDR> F-16D Fighting Falcon" height="342" src="http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6014/5940600402_d162be0c69.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/skho/" target="_blank">skho</a></span><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/markinaustin/6291818565/" title="Top Hat by markinaustin, on Flickr"><img alt="Top Hat" height="332" src="http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6113/6291818565_7c39ae24d4.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/servalpepbase/4600037147/" title="Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 Fishbed #1 :: HDR by servalpe, on Flickr"><img alt="Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 Fishbed #1 :: HDR" height="339" src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3331/4600037147_244bb090dc.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/42685541@N04/6313075011/" title="Harrier RAF HDR by Allan R Chapman, on Flickr"><img alt="Harrier RAF HDR" height="309" src="http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6042/6313075011_8355a22563.jpg" width="500" /></a>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/42685541@N04/" target="_blank">Allan R Chapman</a></span>Brent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-65963080983562567892012-06-05T18:48:00.000-07:002012-06-05T18:48:10.499-07:00Leather and LacesHere are some fantastic pics of the gloves that remind me of my years as an amateur boxer! Boxing is a sport that requires extreme sacrifice and dedication, but rewards you with layers of character and discipline.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/anoopkrishnan/4362752885/" title="Boxing Glove by SnoopSnaps, on Flickr"><img alt="Boxing Glove" height="500" src="http://farm5.staticflickr.com/4044/4362752885_ba235890e7.jpg" width="338" /></a><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/anoopkrishnan/" target="_blank">SnoopSnaps</a></span><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/mbruggema/4059029923/" title="Boxing Gloves by Mark Bruggema, on Flickr"><img alt="Boxing Gloves" height="454" src="http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2738/4059029923_d485f64082.jpg" width="298" /></a><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/mbruggema/" target="_blank">Mark Brugemma</a></span>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/kylotofoto/5177669794/" title="Old boxing gloves by kylotofoto, on Flickr"><img alt="Old boxing gloves" height="500" src="http://farm2.staticflickr.com/1038/5177669794_19735b576b.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54091440@N03/5550141539/" title="red boxing gloves by B.Meijers, on Flickr"><img alt="red boxing gloves" height="500" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5057/5550141539_edb8d60c37.jpg" width="363" /></a>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54091440@N03/" target="_blank">Bert Meijers</a></span>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/andremarton/248175144/" title="Boxing glove by André Marton, on Flickr"><img alt="Boxing glove" height="500" src="http://farm1.staticflickr.com/90/248175144_8133c23f05.jpg" width="320" /></a><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/30800650@N06/" target="_blank">Anthony D.</a></span>Brent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-38490523421889191542012-06-05T07:45:00.000-07:002012-06-05T07:45:11.716-07:00Inspiring Car Photos!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOf9eMl9uP6vIUzVrbu0lTUVjGBuFIMI50ZnBFj3UiwkaCvbSx9aEckO4zLgJJW0OulLpQ-urQ_5wxhYDcSXwVKBz9Ac1TCXOfmfkonO0Dk7a2AEDLGFLRCSFMAiF7rAtxryplSY3a-gnt/s1600/pagani.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="205" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOf9eMl9uP6vIUzVrbu0lTUVjGBuFIMI50ZnBFj3UiwkaCvbSx9aEckO4zLgJJW0OulLpQ-urQ_5wxhYDcSXwVKBz9Ac1TCXOfmfkonO0Dk7a2AEDLGFLRCSFMAiF7rAtxryplSY3a-gnt/s320/pagani.jpg" width="320" /></a>Some really inspiring car photos by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SukunPhotography?ref=ts" target="_blank">Sukun Photography</a><br />
These shots are really fantastic! You can find more of Sukun's work on his<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/56590287@N08/" target="_blank"> Flickr Photostream</a><br />
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<br />Brent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-4811613136659316632012-04-29T12:56:00.000-07:002012-04-29T13:57:38.006-07:00Tips and Techniques for Combat Sports Photography<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Being a fan and former participant of combat sports, I've always loved seeing photos of the perfect punch. Sweat flying off of a fighter when he gets blasted in the mouth by his opponent, and giggling like a kid at the post-punch contorted expressions of facial mastication! Here is a <a href="http://www.picturecorrect.com/tips/boxing-and-mma-photography-tips-and-techniques/" target="_blank">link to a great interview with Ed Mulholland,</a> a fantastic boxing and MMA photographer, discussing how he got into the biz, and how he gets those fantastic shots! <br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Photo courtesy of <a href="http://edmulholland.com/blog/" target="_blank">Ed Mulholland</a></span>Brent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-39126707840664574862012-04-07T10:58:00.000-07:002012-04-07T11:01:38.888-07:00Photographing a Lamborghini<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's no secret that I love cars. All kinds of cars, from vintage to the modern and exotic! So when I find the opportunity to pass along some great information on vehicle photography, I jump at it! Take a look at this video from DPS on <a href="http://digital-photography-school.com/how-to-photograph-and-light-a-lamborghini-aventador" target="_blank">how to photograph a Lamborghini Aventador</a>...the finished product is fantastic!<br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Photo courtesy of <a href="http://photoblog.com/">photoblog.com</a> </span>Brent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-58369125584272579522012-03-24T17:15:00.000-07:002012-03-24T17:15:26.020-07:005 Best Maternity Photo Tips<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Here are some amazing tips for making the most from your next <a href="http://www.digital-photography-school.com/5-tips-for-flattering-maternity-photography" target="_blank">maternity photo shoot</a>!! These tips are fantastic for the newbie and pros alike!Brent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-50253799754006841172012-03-11T19:14:00.001-07:002012-03-11T19:14:31.337-07:00Choosing The Correct Aperture For Every Situation<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Choosing the correct aperture for your photographs can be a tricky thing to do. Knowing which aperture works best in any given situation takes alot of practice...and unfortunately in my case, a great deal of trial and error. But it doesn't have to be that way...take a look at this article on <a href="http://www.freedigitalphotographytutorials.com/beginner/how-to-choose-the-right-aperture-f-stop-for-your-photograph/" target="_blank">choosing the correct aperture</a> for a quick primer geared towards new photographers!<br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.freedigitalphotos.net/images/view_photog.php?photogid=732" target="_blank">prozac1 at FreeDigitalPhotos</a></span>Brent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-42817203999562097792012-03-08T16:42:00.001-08:002012-03-08T16:42:33.234-08:00How To Take Photos That Sell Cars<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you have a vehicle to sell, taking a great photo of it will definitely speed up the process! Taking a great photo of the car you want to sell will automatically make it stand out from the competition...even if their vehicle is a little nicer or in better shape. Take a look at this article on <a href="http://www.carphototutorials.com/car_photography_that_sells_the_car.html" target="_blank">taking photos that sell cars</a>, and find out how easy it is to stand out from the crowd!<br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.freedigitalphotos.net/images/view_photog.php?photogid=2285" target="_blank">M-Pics at FreeDigitalPhotos</a></span>Brent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-26842025841816431692012-03-07T15:21:00.000-08:002012-03-07T15:21:24.974-08:00Top Reasons For Using Manual Focus<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This is a must read article for every photographer! I love auto focus, but there are many times in different situations where using the manual feature is the better choice. Sometimes it's the only real choice! Check out the <a href="http://www.diyphotography.net/nine-reasons-to-manually-focus-when-taking-pictures" target="_blank">article here</a>! We're going old school, son!<br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.freedigitalphotos.net/images/view_photog.php?photogid=1058" target="_blank">Arvind Balaraman at FreeDigitalPhotos</a></span>Brent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-32905841215099774672012-03-07T09:05:00.000-08:002012-03-07T09:06:11.725-08:008 Steps For Cleaning Your SLR Sensor<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Anyone who has been taking pictures has, or will have to deal with the issue of dust on their cameras sensor. It sucks...I know from experience. The amount of time that I have wasted in Photoshop removing the same specks of dust from every one of my images is ridiculous! In the end, I caved and took my camera in to get cleaned. But there are other effective ways to take care of this problem!! Take a look at this article from <a href="http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/camera-sensor-cleaning.htm" target="_blank">Cambridge in Colour</a> that delves deep into the issue that we all have to deal with sooner or, in my stubborn case, later!<br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.freedigitalphotos.net/images/view_photog.php?photogid=1750" target="_blank">Sura Nualpradid at FreeDigitalPhotos</a></span>Brent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-57331572337205779682012-03-06T15:32:00.001-08:002012-03-06T15:32:47.111-08:00Creating Soft Focus Effect Using Photoshop<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Take a peak at this tutorial for creating a <a href="http://www.photoshopessentials.com/photo-effects/soft-focus-lens/" target="_blank">soft focus image in Photoshop</a>. This technique can be used in many different areas such as wedding photography and portraits! I've used it many times and always get awesome results!Brent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-71970005477292941532012-03-06T08:40:00.003-08:002012-03-06T08:40:42.631-08:0010 Portrait Tips You Can't Do Without<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It seems to me that if you need portraits taken, you have to head off to your local grocery or department store photo studio, run by some kid on summer holidays who doesn't have a clue and hope for the best!<br />
Retailers love to use what they call a <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loss_leader" target="_blank">Loss Leader</a> to lure you into their stores by offering you a great deal (cheap photos, etc), with the hopes that you will spend more of your hard earned money while you are there! But with a little practice and some fantastic <a href="http://www.digital-photography-school.com/10-ways-to-take-stunning-portraits" target="_blank">portrait tips</a>, you can be done with this annoyance for good!! This <a href="http://www.digital-photography-school.com/10-ways-to-take-stunning-portraits" target="_blank">DPS tutorial</a> will definitely get you on the fast track to taking top notch portraits!<br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.freedigitalphotos.net/images/view_photog.php?photogid=1216" target="_blank">Timless Photography at FreeDigitalPhotos</a></span>Brent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-12116989252354107912012-03-05T14:20:00.001-08:002012-03-05T14:20:54.014-08:00Smoke Photography Made Easy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I absolutely love <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iv39UmuiYNA" target="_blank">smoke photography</a>! It's fantastic for wallpapers or for fine art display! The best part about it is that no two pictures are alike! Here is a great <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iv39UmuiYNA" target="_blank">video tutorial</a> showing you how to get the best possible results!<br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Photo courtesy of </span><a href="http://www.freedigitalphotos.net/images/view_photog.php?photogid=809" style="font-size: x-small;" target="_blank">Idea go at FreeDigitalPhotos</a>Brent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-20520686666936406702012-02-26T19:47:00.000-08:002012-02-26T19:48:28.290-08:00Protecting Your Images Online<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's a great feeling to have a <a href="http://calgary-photographer-brent-bellamy.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">blog</a> on display to the world showcasing some of your best work. But what's this?? One lazy afternoon while casually surfing the net, you find your most prized possessions being used on another website!! For the most part, this isn't a big deal, but the site posting your photo is making money from it, and basically claiming it as their own, now you're pissed!<br />
And you have every right to be! Luckily, there are ways to protect your images, and methods you can use to search for photos that have already been stolen! Take a peek at this beautiful, in depth article on <a href="http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/protect-online-photos.htm" target="_blank">protecting the work you post online</a> from Cambridge in Colour!<br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.freedigitalphotos.net/images/view_photog.php?photogid=792" target="_blank">vegsdsl/FreeDigitalPhotos</a></span><br />
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This is a post that should have seen the light of day a long time ago! Knowing the mechanics of the camera you are using makes taking and properly exposing great photos child's play! Understanding how and why to adjust things like aperture and ISO levels can mean the difference between Yay and Nay!!! I guarantee that you will find this article by<a href="http://www.tutorial9.net/tutorials/photography-tutorials/photography-basics/" target="_blank"> Fredrik Silverglimth at Tutorial9</a> to be extremely useful and full of great information!<br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Photo courtesy of <a href="http://www.freedigitalphotos.net/images/view_photog.php?photogid=2020" target="_blank">twobee at freedigitalphotos </a></span>
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Using flash in your <a href="http://calgary-photographer-brent-bellamy.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">photography</a> is an important and sometimes essential element to getting your images properly exposed. The type of flash that you choose is just as important! If you are using an SLR type camera, a mounted flash is the best choice. Here is a fantastic article on understanding your flash by <a href="http://photo.tutsplus.com/tutorials/hardware-tutorials/getting-to-know-your-flash/" target="_blank">Diana Eftaiha at PhotoTuts</a>+!
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Do you love to grab your camera, hop in your car and head for the hills? If so, here are some great <a href="http://www.tutorial9.net/tutorials/photography-tutorials/wildlife-photography-tips-take-better-wildlife-photos/" target="_blank">wildlife photography tips</a> by Jeremiah Tolbert from <a href="http://www.tutorial9.net/tutorials/photography-tutorials/wildlife-photography-tips-take-better-wildlife-photos/" target="_blank">Tutorial9</a> that I know you'll be able to put to use right away!</div>
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Everyone wants to improve the quality of their photos. How you hold your camera has alot to do with how your finished product will look! Here is a great <a href="http://www.geofflawrence.com/holding_the_camera.html" target="_blank">tutorial by Geoff Lawrence</a> that sheds some light on this subject!
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The problem is, sometimes I just can't think of anything decent to photograph. I know what you're thinking... WWAAAAAAAAAT??? I know, I know...it seems impossible, incomprehensible, IN-CON-CEIV-ABLE! But sometimes....<br />
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This is where a new social networking site called <a href="http://pinterest.com/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> comes in. I was referred to this website by an acquaintance on Twitter. I checked the site out and at first glance it proved interesting enough. It's a website where people can 'pin' anything that they find on the Internet to a set of customizable boards attached to your profile. It seemed to me that most of the site was visually based, so I figured I'd give it a try.<br />
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I had to request an invite, which is a little unusual for a social networking site, but whatever. It took about a day and a half to get an invite emailed to me, which wasn't too bad. Maybe by getting people to request an invite makes the site appear more appealing...possibly creating a sense of exclusivity...or a 'gotta have it' feeling.<br />
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Anyway, the set up was quick and easy, and there is a fantastic photography section that you can peruse. <a href="http://pinterest.com/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> allows you to 'repin' items from other users to your boards, or directly from the Internet using a 'pin' button that is easily installed on the bookmarks bar of your browser. Some websites,<a href="http://calgary-photographer-brent-bellamy.blogspot.com/2010/12/some-photos-of-friends-triumph.html" target="_blank"> like mine</a>, have a 'pin' button built right in for easy sharing! (good thinking, me!)<br />
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I have officially found my new inspiration! There are great photos and articles posted from every genre in an easy to navigate interface for simple sorting and browsing...love it!<br />
If you have ever found yourself starving for new ideas, this is the place to be! The sheer volume of material posted on the site is amazing! I found myself spending maybe a little too much time browsing...but time well spent I think, because I always come away with a ton of new ideas!<br />
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Unfortunately, this could be seen as a way for people and companies to unabashedly promote themselves, but I guess this type of behaviour is frowned upon. Probably a good thing too, because it seems that too many people are taking advantage of social media and using it as a means to constantly catapult their spam at us! <br />
If a user thinks your material is good enough to repin, you can bet that they will!<br />
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After a little digging, I found out that Pinterest has developed quite a bit of buzz in a very short period of time..I have included a link to an <a href="http://mashable.com/2012/02/14/pinterest-daily-users-are-up-125-percent/" target="_blank">infographic from Mashable</a> with some quick stats that is worth a look!<br />
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So if you are ever starved for for ideas, or are looking for something new to get those creative juices flowing, <a href="http://pinterest.com/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> might be just the place for you!<br />
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<br />Brent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-29041803247599834332012-01-31T12:23:00.000-08:002012-02-16T21:53:01.542-08:00Panning for Vehicle Photography Gold!So you picked the perfect location for your vehicle photo shoot, everything went well and it looks like you have all the shots and angles you need to make the perfect addition to your portfolio.<br />
Then it happens. <br />
Your customer smiles, looks at you with wide eyes and asks...<br />
"Can we do some motion shots?"<br />
Your only response should be, "Hells yes!"<br />
There are two common methods used to get the job done.<br />
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<b><u>Panning</u></b><br />
The idea here is to convey a sense of speed! Standing in a stationary position, you need to stay focused on the vehicle as it passes by you, this will keep most of the subject in focus while allowing the background to blur. The closer the vehicle is to you, the faster you will have to pan your camera to keep up. The end result will be more background blur. Here are some important steps to take in order to achieve this amazing look:<br />
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<li>try to find a road that has minimal traffic. This will help to avoid a unwanted vehicles getting into your frame. It's also safer for you as the photographer, as your mind will be on the shoot and not on the traffic around you.</li>
<li>find a spot to stand just off of the road that your subject will be travelling.</li>
<li>if the vehicle you are shooting is coming around a bend, make sure you have an assistant with you to let you know when to shoot.</li>
<li>you can adjust your shutter speed to increase or decrease the amount of motion blur.</li>
<li>use the manual focus on your lens to preselect a focal distance and be sure to use your cameras burst mode. The autofocus feature on most cameras just can't keep up. </li>
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By focusing on the car or bike in your frame, and keeping your shutter speed fairly slow (1/60s). You get the added bonus of built in blur, and the car will end up looking clearer.</div>
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This method is usually reserved for the pros or for those with suicidal tendencies! The way to accomplish this photographic feat would be to have someone drive your vehicle ahead of the one you are shooting and match their speed, then hang out the window and blast away!<br />
This will require a driver for your car, a sunroof for you to hang out of, and copious amounts of life insurance!!<br />
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Using motion in vehicle photography can produce some fantastic quality shots, and is one of my favourite things to do!<br />
In a <a href="http://brentsphotographictips.blogspot.com/2012/01/4-most-important-vehicle-photography.html" target="_blank">previous article on vehicle photography</a>, I talk a bit more about what type of lenses that are the best to use, location and the angles to shoot at. Take a look at that, but don't forget to come back and leave your comments!!<br />
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People love their vehicles....LOVE them! I know I loved mine! Whether you are taking shots of a vintage <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BSA_Lightning" target="_blank">BSA Lightning</a>, or brand new <a href="http://www.astonmartin.com/cars/dbs-coupe" target="_blank">Aston Martin DBS</a>, remember that you are getting up close and personal with someone's gem! You are taking the the thing that they might care about even more than their spouse and making a permanent record of it....so you'd better get it right!!<br />
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The first thing to pay attention to is WHERE to shoot. <br />
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Try to keep your background attractive, but never let it overpower your subject. The focus is that sweet set of wheels, not the mountains behind it! If you decide to take the pictures in an urban environment such as a parking lot, beware of things like painted lines or cracks in the pavement or concrete that may detract from the composition.<br />
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The next thing to look at is WHEN to shoot!<br />
The time of day that you plan your shoot for will have a dramatic impact on your final product. The best time to photograph someone's masterpiece is early morning, or late afternoon. Try to avoid taking pictures at high noon, as light is always harshest around this time. If you are taking pictures of a car that has very reflective paint, you risk overexposure on the roof area.<br />
Another thing to remember is to try to position yourself between the sun and the automobile that you are framing, although there are exceptions to this rule. Having the sun behind the vehicle works if you are going to be using fill flash or bracketing your photos, because a single shot will most likely have some areas with extreme under or over exposure.<br />
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Lens choice is a very important element in getting that perfect look. In my experience, having a 17-55mm lens works pretty well in most situations. Using extremely wide or long lenses poses two problems:<br />
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<li>using an <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002Y5WXE/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=wwwcalgarypho-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0002Y5WXE" target="_blank">extremely wide lens</a> (10mm) lets you stay very close to your subject, but will distort the natural lines of the bike or car you are framing...this is no good, unless that is the specific look that you are trying to attain.</li>
<li>trying to take pictures of a vehicle with a large zoom lens is another problem simply because of room restrictions. You may not have enough space to back up in order to get everything in the shot.</li>
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I love to use my <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00007E7JU/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=wwwcalgarypho-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00007E7JU" target="_blank">50mm f/1.8</a>. It is a fixed lens, and it takes longer to frame a shot due to the lack of a zoom function, but the image quality is far superior. The lenses are in a fixed position, and that allows for a much clearer picture.</div>
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The angles of your photos are another important factor to consider when you take on this type of project. A great way to find out which angles look best would be to pick up a<a href="http://www.europeancarweb.com/index.html" target="_blank"> popular car magazine</a>, or do a quick Google search. There's no better way to get a feel for what works than to look at photos of others who have had success in the field! Here are a few things to consider:</div>
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<li>the front 3/4 view. Taken from an elevated point of view or very close to the ground...both will produce dramatic results.</li>
<li>the rear 3/4 view. Nothing better than getting a look at some crazy wide meats and the business end of a custom exhaust!</li>
<li>macro shots. This gives you the opportunity to reveal the hidden beauty of the machine before you! Details like custom interior stitching, the headlights, vehicle emblem or hood ornament are fantastic things that deserve a close look!</li>
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An easy but effective way to get photos of great cars or bikes is to head down to your local show and shine, and approach people that own vehicles you love!</div>
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Every vehicle has a great story behind it that a proud owner would love to share. Maybe consider offering them some free prints of their metallic masterpiece in exchange for allowing you to develop your portfolio!<br />
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Take a look at a blog post of mine that deals with how to properly compose the subject in your photos using <a href="http://brentsphotographictips.blogspot.com/2011/12/ahhh-yes-mighty-rule-of-thirds-to-its.html">the rule of thirds</a>! <br />
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<br />Brent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-44751974982792747452011-12-27T21:20:00.000-08:002012-02-16T21:54:28.436-08:006 Tips for Creating Photographic Greatness!<b>A lot of people just press the shutter button and hope for the best. There has to be a better
way!! So here are some quick tips to help you get the most out of the pictures you take with very
little effort!</b><br />
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<b><i>Breath out as you press the shutter button.</i></b> It's that simple. Just like shooting a gun, this
helps stabilize and relax you before you shoot! The clarity of your pictures will definitely
improve, especially in lower light situations where flash is not an option.<br />
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<b><i>Adjust yourself to the level of your subject.</i></b> Whether you are taking pictures of children or
pets, bring the camera down (or up!) to the level of what you are going to shoot. Adjusting the
height of the camera creates a better angle and a more inviting mood.<br />
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<b><i>Shoot at the highest resolution possible.</i></b> You paid a chunk of dough for that new flashy DSLR, so
make use of it! Never leave the resolution on any other setting than it's maximum. If you manage
to get a fantastic shot(and you probably will), you want to leave the option to enlarge open! The
photo won't have to be scaled up as much, if at all, and if you want to reduce the size of the
picture, you will have the best starting point because you utilized every pixel that the image
sensor has!<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkcORX58wzR09CwQepVPNTREGwBLqzfxUqzfFe9mQBSbRdHkMJnr7D5aQI4GxylYUtFTyBQapj7GOrwAo8Z0agvSpLgsPcj3AyyuBe-uIT1oT9B4affAs-6__hcf5B0rV08Tj3oSaUiEsE/s1600/photography+tips+triumph.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkcORX58wzR09CwQepVPNTREGwBLqzfxUqzfFe9mQBSbRdHkMJnr7D5aQI4GxylYUtFTyBQapj7GOrwAo8Z0agvSpLgsPcj3AyyuBe-uIT1oT9B4affAs-6__hcf5B0rV08Tj3oSaUiEsE/s320/photography+tips+triumph.jpg" width="320" /></a><b><i>If you have a lens hood, use it. If you don't, get one...and use it!!</i></b> It is an inexpensive and an
invaluable asset to your photographic process! If you are shooting and the light is to the side,
this simple tool will prevent any light from entering the lens at an undesirable angle. This
helps prevent lens flare and will also increase the contrast within your image. Using a lens hood
helps you get richer, more naturally saturated colors, improving any shot with less than perfect
lighting. It also does a good job at protecting the lens from damage. You have a lot of money
invested in your photography, so protect it at all costs!<br />
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<b><i>Take more photos!</i></b> When you are out taking photos, don't be afraid to overshoot! If you have a
memory card with a large capacity (and you should), take advantage of it! Take as many shots as you can, because when you look at your photos later, you might find that perfectly lit, perfectly
framed gem!!<br />
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And of course....<b><i>Always have your camera with you!</i></b>..This is the single best tip for taking a better picture, but is the one that is most often forgotten! Bringing your camera with you allows you to
get comfortable taking pictures and lets you develop your ability to frame a shot quickly and
effectively. How many times have you said, "That was the perfect shot, I wish I had my camera with
me!" Never say those words again! <br />
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One of the most integral aspects of your photography is focus, and how you utilize focus to convey or alter perspective. A simple change in the focus of your photo can dramatically alter the mood in the composition that you are attempting to create, and it can also direct the viewer's eyes to a specific point within the frame, enhancing an otherwise forgettable image.<br />
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The standard methods for controlling focus are the manual and autofocus features on your camera, and adjusting the depth of field.<br />
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There are a number of ways to combine the two methods to get the look you are after, but for the purposes of this piece, we will stick to the basics.<br />
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<em><strong>Portraits. Focus on the eyes</strong></em>.
Generally speaking, this is where you want your camera to be focused when taking standard portraits. Nothing gets the viewer's attention better than eyes that are sharply focused. Now, there are many situations where this is not the case, but like I said before, we're sticking to the basics!
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<em><strong>Landscapes. Keeping everything in focus</strong></em>.
When shooting landscapes, the general idea is to keep everything as clear and crisp as possible. A numerically higher aperture will definitely work here...an f/11 is a comfortable place to be.<br />
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<b><i>Ma</i></b><em><strong>cro photography. Love this stuff!!</strong></em>
When taking macro shots, your depth of field is going to be extremely narrow...sometimes just a couple of millimeters! The aperture used will be numerically very low...anywhere from f/1.8 to f/1.2, depending on what you are looking to convey in your photo and the type of lens used.<br />
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<em><strong>Get Creative!!</strong></em>
Use your imagination when you compose your photos! If things aren't working for you, switch it up a bit!! Little tweaks here and there can make the difference between a fantastic photo and a throw away. Remember, simplicity is key. Keep anything distracting out of focus....or out of the frame entirely! If adjusting your focus doesn't keep distracting elements away from the viewer's attention, remove it completely by recomposing.<br />
Keep the attention where you want it by using selective focus, this keeps your subject clear, and gives the viewer a better understanding of the story you are telling. Because in the end, isn't telling a story what it's all about?<br />
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Take a look at my <a href="http://www.calgary-photographer-brent-bellamy.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">photography blog</a> to get an idea of what I mean with regards to portraits.<br />
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Here some other links to some fantastic photographers with an eye for <a href="http://www.stunningheadshots.com/headshots.html" target="_blank">portraits </a>and <a href="http://www.jturnerphotography.com/panorama/index.htm" target="_blank">landscapes</a>!<br />
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Feel free to comment on my blog, or post links to pictures that you have created!!<br />
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<br />Brent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-3778055768806011242011-12-18T18:45:00.001-08:002012-02-29T19:13:23.891-08:00Cropping Your PhotosCropping your photos is easy and it's something everyone should do! It blows my mind how many basic photos could be improved with this simple skill. Here are the top reasons why you should start cropping yours!
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<li><em><strong>Removing distracting elements from the frame. </strong></em>Because there is nothing more irritating than posing for a photo to be posted on Facebook with your best friend at a night club, and having some jackass in the background flipping the bird!!</li>
<li><em><strong>Bringing the attention of the viewer to the subject of your photo.</strong></em> Kind of in line with the first reason, it naturally brings the viewers eyes to where you want them.</li>
<li><em><strong>Changing the aspect ratio of the photo. </strong></em>Maybe you need to change an 8x10 to a 4x6, or you need a portrait view of a subject as opposed to a landscape .</li>
<li><em><strong>Creative cropping. </strong></em>Maybe you need to straighten a crooked photo, or vise - versa. You can give your photo an entirely different mood by simply changing the angle of your borders.</li>
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In my opinion, almost every photo could be cropped. Even the most well thought out and prepared compositions could potentially use this simple and fantastic tool to give images that little boost from good to great! <br />
Here are some quick examples of cropped photos that were took last winter of my kids sledding!<br />
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<br />Brent Bellamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14219392313854571829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7409205623814726583.post-6032392087578221922011-12-14T21:05:00.000-08:002012-06-11T21:32:22.204-07:00The Rule of ThirdsAnother photography tip, the mighty Rule of Thirds! Bow to it's greatness! Succumb to the awesomeness!! Acquiesce to the sheer....well, you get the point! I'm definitely stretching things here, but of the more important aspects to framing a subject is using the rule of thirds.<br />
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The basic idea is this: your frame is broken down into nine imaginary but equal parts. By placing your subject in the areas where the lines intersect, you create a natural balance in your image, making it easier for your viewers to take in. According to research, humans are hardwired to view images in certain ways, and our eyes naturally focus on these intersecting points, rather than the center of the frame.<br />
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I placed lines within the frame of this picture to give you an idea of what I mean.
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Because of the way that the subject was positioned within this frame, the viewer is naturally drawn to the boy's face, which is directly at one of the intersecting points.
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Creating this frame in your mind while you are shooting can be difficult for beginners, but with a little practice, this skill can become second nature!<br />
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As you get better at composing photos, you will come to realize that this 'rule' is a great tool for balancing the elements within your frame, but is to be used as more of a guideline than something etched in stone.<br />
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This is the case with most rules of photography, and rules were meant to be broken, right? Some of the greatest photos taken both adhere to this rule and also break it! If you can create a more visually pleasing photo by bending ignoring this rule, or any other rule of photography, take aim and shoot!<br />
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