The end of March will see the launch of a new online tutorial platform called the Manfrotto School of Excellence, which will allow users to log on and access the experience and know-how of the world’s most famous photographers and videographers. Featuring photographers such as Bill Frakes, Roberto Bigano, Joe McNally, Ami Elsius, Drew Gardner, Joe McNally, Marc de … [Read more...]
Only allowed One Lens : The Nifty Fifty
Last week we asked you 'if you were only allowed a single lens which would it be?' There were a large number of responses but probably the most popular lens was the 50mm at f1.4mm. The 50mm range of lens is probably the most affordable and popular prime lenses on the market. The f1.4 costs £300 (Amazon link), which is out of the affordability range for many amateur … [Read more...]
30 Great Photos of the Belfast Wheel
The Belfast Wheel is both loved and hated, it arrived in October 2007 as a temporary attraction for six months but the council decided to keep it in place for two extra years. Probably the most memorable news story was when a man climbed to the top of the wheel last summer (see the video here). Three years on and the time has come for the wheel to be dismantled and moved to … [Read more...]
Photo Profile : David Charlwood
My photography journey really began in Africa on my gap year before university. Having grown up with my Dad's big film slr, photography had always interested me, but it was in Burundi, south of Rwanda, where it really captured my imagination. I went digital shortly afterwards and began taking photos of friends. Following requests for photoshoots, I covered someone's wedding … [Read more...]
Photo Profile : Paula Mijares
If you had asked me what aperture, shutter speed, ISO settings were back then I’d probably chuckle nervously and look the other way. My language then was point and shoot, digital camera style! However despite this ‘photography innocence’ the necessity of composing good pictures was innately instilled. Visiting beautiful places like Niagara Falls, Washington D.C, Quebec and … [Read more...]