Just getting to grips with Contrast Grading version 2 for monochrome. As with the previous version its a way of exploiting every tone in a picture to arrive at a black and white image that has depth, tonality and vision and will produce an exceptional print. The new system uses a lot more curves … Continue reading You can’t satisfy everyone.
Month: April 2011
National Geographic Earth Explorer Small Shoulder Bag
OK I admit it, I love camera bags. There aren’t many photographers that have only one bag and I currently have five. I have a Lowepro Flipside AW400 in which I permanently keep all my gear and it’s also the bag I use when I go out hiking to take landscapes. I have a Domke … Continue reading National Geographic Earth Explorer Small Shoulder Bag
New Flash Gun
I have decided to invest in a flash gun. The thinking behind this is not very clear, even in my own head. I currently do not use flash and I currently do not have a need for shooting on flash. However, a flash gun should be part of a photographer’s kit and as the … Continue reading New Flash Gun
Black and White Woes
I've been having problems with my black and white processing lately. I've not been happy with my output and I've been struggling to get a finished image that I am happy with.The problem seems to be that whilst controlling the shadows and the lights to ensure that there is detail in these areas, I … Continue reading Black and White Woes
