You hear photographers all the time telling you that shooting in raw is better than shooting in JPEG. But do you actually know why it’s better? Before we get started, let’s cover off a few basics. JPEG is a form of compression that is applied to images. It...
GAFFER TAPE You would imagine that big fat strong tape would be handy in a studio. And you would be right but why is it that gaffer tape has the cult following and reputation it does with photographers and filmmakers? There are after all many different types of tape...
In this article, I’ll be attempting to answer some questions about ND filters. What are ND filters? How to use an ND filter? When should you use an ND filter? And many other more. Let’s start off with the first and most basic question. What are ND filters? An ND...
Welcome to my ultimate guide on softboxes and diffusion. Initially, this was going to be a guide about softboxes, but the truth is that if you are looking to diffuse light there are many other ways to do it without a softbox. So instead I’ve structured this...
This is the Epson 3880. Now, they don’t make this printer anymore which is a real shame because it is a fantastic printer. It can print images up to a size of A2 which is plenty for most people. It can also be fitted with an optional paper roll attachment that...
If you want to do some macro photography but don’t own a macro photography lens then this is a great alternative. These lens extension tubes allow you to turn any lens into a macro lens. Simply attach the extension tubes to your camera and mount the lens on the...
