I have often said that there are six stages to a photographer’s life. The very first is wow, that moment when you realise that photography is for you, something that is going to consume you for many years to come. The second stage is woe. That’s the defining moment when you realise that there is […]
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I have spoken at several camera clubs over the last couple of years, and there are some things that struck me. Perhaps the most notable are the demographic of the members and the environment in which the club is set. The members are generally older and predominantly male. At the clubs I have spoken at, […]
If you have followed me on Light Stalking for a while, you will know that around two years ago, I sold my Fuji system and went all in on a Sony a7Rv with various lenses. The decision was not made lightly but based on both my photographic and video needs as well as lingering doubts about more recent Fuji cameras.
So why have I returned to Fujifilm? Well I haven’t, at least not on a professional basis, but I have bought a Fujifilm camera. Let me explain
A.I. love it or hate it, it’s here to stay. As photographers we can use it as a powerful tool, to mask photos, reduce noise or even to inspire or teach us.
Unfortunately A.I. imaging – I will not call it photography – will only continue to grow. But does that mean as photographers we must stand by and idly watch our hobby or profession fade into obscurity?
Some changes in photographic technology seem to happen at breakneck pace, others slowly, almost imperceptibly. High ISO noise is one of the latter. That’s because it’s actually a combination of evolving technologies that have reduced its importance in day to day photography. Today I am going to give you my opinion on why high ISO no longer matters.
Have you ever planned a shoot and waited for the perfect weather? How did that work out? The simple fact is that there is no such thing as perfect weather, or indeed perfect light. Waiting for it is folly.
