Recently, I had the opportunity to test the Tamron SP 35mm F/1.8 Di VC USD lens, which would be considered a standard wide angle lens on a full-frame sensor camera like my Nikon D750. In preparation, I scrolled through my library of pictures and noticed that I rarely shoot at […]
How many stars are there in our Universe? How many grains of sand are there on Earth? These are common questions that people ask. But one that is seldom heard is, “How many snowflakes are created each year?” I wouldn’t even attempt to answer that regarding even just a handful […]
Light and Shadow Light is usually discussed in amounts, or F-Stops, but just as important is the “quality” of the light – is it hard or is it soft? There are many ways to modify or shape light. By understanding the different attributes to light, you can better control light […]
AVOIDING UNWANTED INTERFERENCES Depending on the circumstances, such as at an auto show, it is simply too difficult to shoot a car without getting the next car in the frame or impossible avoiding annoying background interference. Instead, shoot close-ups. Ask yourself what draws you to the car. Then shoot the […]
Toronto photoprint lab first in North America to offer innovative German paper. Toronto, ON: PIKTO , leading Toronto photoprint lab, announced they will be the first company in North America to offer a Cold Press Paper made by Hahnemühle, suitable for HP Indigo, in a cutting edge new product: PIKTO […]
I love animals. Pet portraits are very similar to kid portraits … lots of running around and chasing tails and wiping drool and amazing expressions. Pets young and old have a character that can shine through in their portrait. I’m going to share an easy and effective setup I use […]
PhotoNews is proud to announce that one of our regular contributors, Michelle Valberg, was awarded First Place in 2016 World In Focus travel photography contest! “KHUTZ GRIZZLY” FIRST PLACE MICHELLE VALBERG OTTAWA, ON, CANADA A big male grizzly bear finds a comfy spot on a tree in the Khutzeymateen Bear […]
We are proud to announce that Michael Carver has joined the Vanguard Professional team. Michael Carver is a photographer living and working in the Scottish Highlands. He likes all kinds of photography and will try his hand at anything. However, his main interests lie in capturing the beautiful scenery around […]
Wildlife is typically shy, weary, unpredictable and difficult to control. Catching frame-filling images of animals usually involves large and heavy equipment. Maximizing image quality requires a steady camera, typically supported on a tripod with a flexible head. Unfortunately, this slows your response time as photo opportunities unfold. Monopods provide a […]
When most Albertans go to sleep I am usually checking the current geomagnetic data – I am chasing the northern lights, also known as aurora borealis. Around Edmonton auroras are visible approximately 40 times a year, even more so further north. When I came to Canada I thought auroras can […]
