The is one tool I use every time in Lightroom – the graduated filter. It is really powerful and allows you to do more than just create graduations. In this video I explain the multiple ways I use this filter in Lightroom.
Month: June 2021
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Cheers! God Save The British Pubs — Edge of Humanity Magazine
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Photographer Anton Panchenkov is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of this photo essay. From the series ‘ A Right To Pub’. To see Anton’s body of work, click on any image. 634 more words
Cheers! God Save The British Pubs — Edge of Humanity Magazine
After the Rain. Fuji X100
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Not everyday do you get any good keepers, this one is nearly there, taken quickly, on the move and is a smidgen less that sharp.
Law and Ethics in Street Photography
copyrights, opinons, thoughts, photography, public“I believe that an essential part of man’s duty upon this earth is to bear witness to the truth as it has been revealed to him.” John Godolphin Bennett (8 June 1897 – 13 December 1974) was a British mathematician, scientist, technologist, industrial research director, and author.
This is an interesting statement for the photojournalist. Who defines the truth.
Accepted Definition
1. The quality of being true, genuine, actual, or factual the truth of his statement was attested
2. Something that is true as opposed to false you did not tell me the truth
3. A proven or verified principle or statement; the fact the truths of astronomy
4. A system of concepts purporting to represent some aspect of the world the truths of ancient religions
5. Fidelity to a required standard or law
6. Faithful reproduction or portrayal the truth of a portrait
7. An obvious fact; truism; platitude
8. Honesty, reliability, or veracity the truth of her nature
9. Accuracy, as in the setting, adjustment, or position of something, such as a mechanical instrument
10. The state or quality of being faithful; allegiance Related adjectives veritable, veracious
So how does a photojournalist remain truthful in a world of complex truths? Difficult to say the least when one mans truth may seem a lie to another. How do we maintain integrity? the quality or state of being of sound moral principle; uprightness, honesty, and sincerity.
As an ethical concept, integrity depends upon consistency. To have integrity, a person must base his/her actions upon a well-thought-out framework of moral principles. What he/she does should be the same as what he/she says.
I live in South East Asia and am surrounded by truths that may have different realities for different people. Political truths, poverty truths, inequality of power and sex, confusion and lack of will.
How do I as a photojournalist not allow myself to be misled, my work used to define half-truths or lies? Is it OK to allow my pictures to be used in positive ”propaganda” that generates interest from people able to help the needy?
The ability to see pictures that will tell the true story without biases is difficult because no matter how we try to keep our own views and thoughts from shaping an image subconsciously it will still happen.
An Evening walk with some Lomo CN 400 and; Fuji GW690III — Tim Dobbs Photography
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Short and sweet blog post today featuring a recent evening walk with my “Texas Leica” .. my actual Leica M2 has had to go to camera hospital due to a shutter curtain problem but that’s another story. The other week after work I spotted some pretty nice light here in the Garw valley so popped […]
An Evening walk with some Lomo CN 400 & Fuji GW690III — Tim Dobbs Photography
Fujifilm X100 – what a fantastic camera for a bargain price.(Opinion)
cameras, fujifilm, opinons, thoughts, photography, picturesI have just rediscovered my first generation Fujifilm X100, what a great little box.
Fuji Film Simulation X Pro 2
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Simulate the effects of different kinds of film, including black-and-white (with or without color filters).
(PROVIA/STANDARD)Standard color reproduction. Suited to a wide range of subjects, from portraits to landscapes.
(Velvia/VIVID)A high-contrast palette of saturated colors, suited to nature photos.
(ASTIA/SOFT)Enhances the range of hues available for skin tones in portraits while preserving the bright blues of daylight skies. Recommended for outdoor portrait photography.
(CLASSIC CHROME)Soft color and enhanced shadow contrast for a calm look.
(PRO Neg. Hi)Offers slightly more contrast than 
(PRO Neg. Std). Recommended for outdoor portrait photography. (PRO Neg. Std)A soft-toned palette. The range of hues available for skin tones is enhanced, making this a good choice for studio portrait photography.
(ACROS) *Take black-and-white photos with rich gradation and outstanding sharpness. Available with yellow (Ye), red (R), and green (G) filters.
(MONOCHROME) *Take pictures in standard black and white. Available with yellow (Ye), red (R), and green (G) filters.
(SEPIA)Take pictures in sepia.
* Filters deepen shades of gray corresponding to hues complementary to the selected color. The yellow (Ye) filter deepens purples and blues and the red (R) filter blues and greens. The green (G) filter deepens reds and browns, including skin tones, making it a good choice for portraits.
Fuji XF 10-24 f4 R OIS Lens
cameras, fujifilm, Lenses, opinons, thoughts, photography, picturesI recently got the opportunity to purchase, for a great price, the Fuji XF 10-24 f4 zoom lens (Version 1). Although it is one of the earlier releases by Fuji and does not come with weather sealing features, which does not really bother me, the XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS is equipped with excellent optical image stabilization that can work in conjunction with in-body image stabilization. I do most of my work hand held so this is a great thing.
Fuji XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS Specifications
- Mount Type: Fujifilm X
- Focal Length (35mm format equivalent): 10-24mm (15-36mm)
- Lens Construction (Elements / Groups): 14 / 10
- Special Lens Elements: Four Aspherical Elements, Three Extra-Low Dispersion Elements
- Optical Image Stabilization: Yes
- Focus Motor: Stepping Autofocus Motor
- Angle of View: 110-61.2°
- Number of Diaphragm Blades: 7 (Rounded)
- Maximum Aperture: f/4
- Minimum Aperture: f/22
- Minimum Focus Distance: 9.45″ / 0.24m
- Maximum Magnification: 0.16x
- Weight: 410g
- Size: 3.07 x 3.43″ (78.0 x 87mm)
- Filter Size: 72mm
I have found the lens to be of excellent construction, as with all Fuji lenses, not too heavy for a fairly large lens with lots of glass, and a good metal lens mount. Similar to other high-quality Fujinon lenses, the build quality of the Fuji XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS is excellent. The lens barrel is made from a combination of tough plastic and metal. The focus and aperture rings, along with the rear mount and the front part of the lens (including the filter thread) are all metal, so the lens is built to last.
I paired up the lens with my Fujifilm XT3 and as the result above show it is a most capable lens giving sharp and contrasty shots straight from the camera in JPEG. Shooting with the lens at f8 to f10 everything, as expected. Its sharp – even at wide apertures. The bokeh is beautifully rendered. Color rendition is excellent and there are no noticeable issues with vignetting or light fall-off.
The zoom ring is quite large in size and has a rubber cover. When zooming in from 10mm to 24mm, the lens does not change in size – only the front element moves in a little.
There is a rear lens element that stays in place, which does a nice job of keeping dust from entering the lens when it is dismounted. There is no weather sealing. The front lens element is bulbous but reasonably small relative to the lens and filter can be attached. The petal-shaped lens hood is quite large in size. It is plastic and attaches securely to the lens without any wobbling.
If you have a Fujifilm XF camera – get this lens. For sharp landscapes or interiors its absolutely essential. I will be using it for street photography also. While you don’t quite get the depth of field of say, the 16mm f/1.4, you still get some depth of field. Sharpness and rendition are the key features of this lens and it delivers. Highly recommended.
Photographing The High Desert of Northern Arizona — BigVince Photo Blog (GotFilm.org)
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I had this trip planned to Arizona several months ago – and due to unforeseen circumstances, had to reschedule twice. The plan was to fly to Flagstaff, visit Petrified Forest National Park, and then head north to Page, where we would stay for several days. High Desert around Page, Arizona I remember visiting Petrified Forest […]
Photographing The High Desert of Northern Arizona — BigVince Photo Blog (GotFilm.org)
a world without pictures is like coffee without cream and sugar, bitter 