On October 14, 2023, an annular solar eclipse will cross Canada. An eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and the Earth. An annular solar eclipse, unlike a total solar eclipse, is where the a thin ring of light remains around the Moon’s silhouette. This creates a spectacle […]
Did you know that every electrical device that plugs into Canadian electric circuit must meet electrical safety requirements? Did you know that Canada has some of the most stringent electrical safety standards in the world? Why does this matter and just how important is it to you, the home photographer […]
Photography students have to print their images for critiques, exhibitions, discussions and for your portfolios. There are a myriad of photography papers available – from the printer companies’ own offerings to unique papers from specialist paper companies. In this article, we’ll share which papers will ensure your photos look their […]
I’m often asked why those orange USB cables are so popular. Are they better than the cable that comes with my camera? Why are they so long? Why are they bright orange? What’s all that other stuff? These are all great questions and this article will answer them. Those orange […]
Smart Shooter is the ideal tethering partner. Far more capable than Lightroom, Smart Shooter is an affordable alternative to the robust Capture One. The included Smart Shooter Plug-in for Lightroom allows for tethered capture for Nikon, Canon, Sony and now Fujifilm cameras! Smart Shooter also enables remote capture and advanced […]
Tethering your camera to your computer or tablet is automatic for all professional photographers and many enthusiasts have learned the benefits of tethering. We’ve covered all the benefits of tethered image capture in many articles. Many newer cameras can also be powered via USB, making a secure connection even more vital. […]
The first thing people think about when they hear “Tether Tools” is those bright orange tether cables. While those are awesome, they are only part of the Tether Tools story. Tether Tools offers some very powerful battery and power solutions for photographers. These aren’t just for location work (they work […]
My youngest daughter Samantha decided on a destination wedding. A group of 50 of us descended upon Secrets Akumal Mayan Riviera for 8 days of sun, fun, snorkeling and cold beverages! And a wedding, of course. Sam had given me a short list of images she wanted. The resort includes […]
The last few years have been difficult for the creative field: many productions were shut down, we had to work with a barebones crew and learn to work with minimal in-person contact. This dramatically changed the shape of the industry. Through this pandemic, communication with clients and working from home […]
Tokina is widely regarded for manufacturing some of the best ultra-wide lenses the past 15 years or so. Various versions of the ultrawide f/2.8 have been standouts – they’re bright, fast focusing and optically very good. Long before the Full Frame Mirrorless wars, the APS-C DSLR was king and landscape, […]
