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Introducing the Proteus 28mm and 100mm T2 2X Anamorphic Lenses

Laowa is thrilled to announce Proteus 28mm and 100mm T2 2X Anamorphic Lenses, the widest and most tele focal length in the Series ! The new 28mm offers a WIDE horizontal angle of view with a well-controlled distortion across the frame while the 100mm has the most dramatic depth of […]

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Canada Captures Record Number of Medals at the World Photographic Cup

Sitting in a room with 30 other nations, the tiny but tough team from Canada sat perched on the edge of their seats, waiting for the results of the World Photographic Cup. Canada, armed with a medal tally surpassing previous successes, was poised for a podium finish. Earning 2 gold […]

Tutorials

Water Droplet Refraction Photography

Macro photographers can often control large components of their compositions, from choosing a different background to a dramatic lighting change with a flashlight and a flick of the wrist. All the world’s a stage, but a macro photographer’s theatre is often smaller than one square foot. While some strive to […]

Events

Community Postcards

Contact Photography Festival Exhibit Stackt Market is located at 28 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5V 0C6 May 2nd- August 15th 2024 For their 10th season of participating in the Contact photography festival, The West Toronto Photography Group (WTPG) and curator Phil Sutherland focused their lenses on the meaning of community. Phil […]

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Introducting the MEGADAP Canon EF to Nikon Z AutoFocus Adapter (EFTZ21)

This innovative adapter allows photographers to seamlessly adapt Canon EF lenses to Nikon Z cameras, both full frame and APS-C, unlocking 150+ new EF lenses to Nikon Z camera users. and opening up new possibilities for creative expression. Nikon ZF, Z8, Z9, Z30 and Zfc compatible. (or any newer models) […]

Reviews

Hähnel MODUS 600RT Speedlight – A Quality Speedlight that Offers Power and Long Battery Life

A good speedlight and trigger is indispensable for most photographers. You can pop one on your camera and add a touch of fill light; you can add the trigger and put your flash almost anywhere to be used as a key light or fill. For those photographers who know, we […]

Destinations

Yellowstone 152 Years Old

In 2024, Yellowstone National Park celebrated its 152nd anniversary, a significant milestone in the history of this beloved American national treasure. Yellowstone truly encapsulates the essence of a photographer’s utopia.  It has always captivated my imagination with its mesmerizing array of geysers, steam vents, and hot springs, alongside the captivating […]

Events

St. Catherine’s Photographic Club Spring Seminar

  St. Catherine’s Photographic Club recently hosted Peter Baumgarten at their Spring Seminar. Peter shared his wisdom, wit and many stories with attendees – presenting his techniques and tips that help him create his images. Vanguard Canada and ThinkTank Photo Canada were proud co-sponsors of this full day event. Two […]

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Elinchrom Light Shapers and Lighting Techniques – Episode 6

Welcome to the sixth installment of our new monthly that highlights a different Elinchrom Light Shaper or Lighting Technique, with sample images (full length and cropped headshots) and lighting diagrams. All the images were photographed with the same model and outfit (standing in the same spot on the background – […]

Reviews

HARMAN PHOENIX

We now are enjoying beautiful sunny days with gorgeous spring colours everywhere we turn. What a great opportunity to enjoy the spectacular colour renditions of 35mm PHOENIX colour negative film. This film has become one of my all time favourites. Wildly spectacular deep saturated images on sunny days offering an […]