This entertaining video is from the Showtime series (and radio series) This American Life. This particular clip is about human nature, perception, memory, and point of view, very important elements to me in the art of creating compelling art. It’s not about photography directly. But if you notice something that seems to be a fairly […]

If you’ve been on the fence about picking up your first, second, third, or 18th 580ex II, now’s a good time. Canon is offering an instant rebate on their top of the line flash.
That means at the time of this post you can get the 580ex II at:
Amazon for 389.99 with free shipping
Adorama for $390 […]

The Idea:
Another from my series of images inspired by the feature film look, Ready Wet Fire was the result of a challenge I gave myself to strip down the elements and still maintain an inference of a story. I wanted to have very little in the way of background to help me tell the story. […]

When you’re a photographer, suitcase space can be more sparse than broccoli at an orthodontist convention, especially with all the props and gear you’ll be bringing to make sure your vacation photo’s don’t suck. Still, if you’re going to bring a book or two, you want to make it a good one. Here are my […]

Going on vacation? A new location can offer inspiration, room to spread your wings, even heretofore impossible opportunities. And you always bring your camera, right? So why not take the extra step and create memorable art instead of just memories.

The Idea:
Know Your Job is all about two things: the sign in the back which establishes the expectation - starting the story, and the acting which works to show the outcome of what happens to someone who doesn’t know their job. It’s aggressive, dark, angry, but I hope some people find it funny.

Some of you may be familiar with the work of Surreal Black and White Fine Art Photographer Dominic Rouse, some not. Though he is most definitely not everyone’s cup of tea, I think every photographer could expand their horizons by

I just watched the following video and have to say I think it is possibly the most inspiring work I’ve seen in years.

One of the greatest and most talented people I know is a man by the name of Gavin Derek. Am I just bragging that I am friends with this brilliant man, or does this article have something to do with photography? I’m glad you asked. Gavin is a Set and Product Stylist. Though many photographers […]

So sad! I was just about to sit down and write an updated post about the new photography shows available in high def on Gallery HD (see the first High Def Photography post) when I discovered the channel is no more!
Dish Network has pulled the plug on Gallery HD. I have contacted the producers of […]