February 21
A Career in Landscape PhotographyMy son Bobby is a very talented photographer. He spends all his time either hiking and camping to take that elusive shot and the rest of his time reading books and articles online about tips and techniques. Recently we discovered a photographic studio that specialises in landscape photography. I spoke to the owner about whether Bobby could perhaps do some work experience there to see what its like working in the area that he obviously loves so much. I was happily surprised that they were in fact looking for someone to assist a couple of days a week and Bobby went down for an interview the very next day. After a couple of weeks it was obvious he was loving it. He was meeting all sorts of photographers and planning photo shoots with all sorts of people, even a couple of well known photographers! And of course he had found time to have a few of his own pictures printed and we have them hanging proudly at home. It could be the beginning of a new career.

February 13
Choosing the Right Party SpotNo matter the type of party you are having, choosing the right location is the key. When businessmen host parties, they don’t just look on google maps for the nearest Starbucks. Every detail matters. When planning a party you should take into account all the same factors that any businessman would when choosing a meeting location with a high powered client.
Location The location should be neutral for all involved. If it’s not, you’ll want to show that you considered that, and at least make sure you have arranged transportation, or at the very least provide details on how all guests can travel, which shuttles or public transportation options are available. In this same vein, if there will be many guests arriving by car, ample parking should be considered.
Facility Are you going to be serving any food or beverages? Make sure there is a kitchen, or at least a place that a caterer will be able to stage, and a place for washing hands. If you will be serving beverages there should be plenty of restrooms available. If you supply soft drinks, juice or alcohol at a public park, there should be plenty of restrooms, and they should be clean and nearby. You will also need to check local regulations.
Service If you are having a small intimate gathering, and just want to meet up at a restaurant be sure the restaurant doesn’t have any objections. Reservations should be made if possible, and private dining rooms are perfect for a small gathering.
Lighting No one wants to hang out and try to relax a warehouse, to that end you should be sure the lighting is inviting. Rows of fluorescent tubes won’t cut it. Layered lighting is key when creating a warm inviting atmosphere.
Additional Services
If you’re having any addtional services for example a photo booth, be sure they are approved by the venue, and there is a way to load an unload equipment.

Ever wonder why people always hire the best wedding photographer they can? Why do they try to look for the one that is highly credited in town? Well, wedding photographers play a very important role in every wedding. For example, those who prefer to get married in Kent hire Kent wedding photographer because it is the photographer’s job to capture the moment. It is their job to make sure that couples will have copy of everything that went through in the wedding. With this, it is very crucial that they get the best photographers so they can be sure that the quality of the photos is its best. This way, couples would have something to look back and share their children and friends who weren’t able to attend the wedding. They have still images that would make reminiscing of the events really sweet and a great thing to be really proud of.

A lens can make a big difference in the quality and color of your images, which is why in a Sigma 50mm 1.4 vs Canon 50mm 1.4 comparison, color and contrast is a definite must to have a look at. To test how both lenses handle color, I set up tripods both inside the house and outdoors. I used different types of light, and when shooting outside, I ensured that I shot at exactly the same time of the day, to prevent subtle color changes because of the setting sun or cloudy conditions. In the end I discovered that the Sigma had a bit of a color cast in most of the images, especially if you shoot outdoors. Although this is not a big deal, and easy to fix in Photoshop, I do prefer a lens that translates the colors correctly. The contrast of the lens was also a bit disappointing compared to the Canon’s crisp, contrasting images.

January 5
Overview of the Nikon 20mm F2.8The Nikon 20mm f2.8 lens is actually quite an old lens. It was brought out in 1989 and as such the later technological advances have not been included in this lens. As a result the optical quality of this lens is very poor. The lens is a prime lens and is expected to have better optical quality and image quality when compared to zoom lenses. However this lens is a disappointment and does not deliver as expected. Most reviewers do not rate this lens very high on any of the optical parameters that you usually evaluate before buying a lens. Regardless of which aperture you use the lens at, this lens performs badly. In fact the errors are so visible that you cannot even think about removing them using the processing software. The only positive is its good sharpness. You are better off considering other options for your Nikon camera.


