Tuesday, 30 November 2010

Photo of the Day #2266 - The Colosseum by Salim Al-Harthy

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November, 30, 2010 
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SnapShot #501 - Courses Start Next Week! Article on Camera Raw! BnW and Fisheye Photography; QnA

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Q&A: Backpack for Hiki...


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BetterPhoto instructor Deborah Sandidge loves the creativity of a fisheye lens ... add black & white, and you can get a very striking image. Read more about combining fish-eye with B&W...


   
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Want a great photo vacation but can't get the time off? Then try a 4-week or 8-week online photography adventure! Our courses are affordable and fit right into your busy schedule. Best yet, enroll in any online course on photography or Photoshop, and get started today with an early lesson! The next 4-week school session kicks off on December 8th, with 8-week courses starting on January 5th. ... In this issue of SnapShot, be sure to read the contributions of two top BetterPhoto instructors: Peter Burian ("Raw Capture: What Camera Features Are Necessary?") and Deborah Sandidge ("Creative Fun with Fish-Eye and Black & White"). That's it for now. Have fun with your photography! ...

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BetterPhoto instructor Peter Burian tackles important issues of shooting in Raw, including Raw conversion software. Read more about Camera Raw... We are very proud of our virtual classroom, which is very interactive and very convenient. Take a quick tour...



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Backpack for Hiking and Photographing
I need a recommendation for a backpack for overnight hikes. I need room for a camera, 3-4 lenses and small accessories, as well as tripod, tent, sleeping bag, extra clothing, food, etc. Any suggestions?
- Donald  R. Curry
ANSWER 1:
Hello Donald,
I have 3 different camera backpacks but the 2 I use most ate both made by LowePro. I have the Vertex 300 which is very large and heavy when its loaded with gear. It also has a slot for a 17" laptop. It is easier to carry than it is to pick it up and the belt/shoulder harness cinches nicely and is very comfortable. I also use the smaller Lowepro Flipside 300 which will carry a camera and 3 lenses - or 2 lenses and a flash. Both of these have tripod straps.
I use the Vertex 300 AW for carrying my gear on airplanes and hikes when I need a lot of gear. Usually, once I get to where I am going, I will switch to the Flipside 300 which is much lighter and easier to work out of as the access to the bag is against you back but you can drop out of the shoulder straps and slide the bag around you by leaving the belt strap connected and it pops down in front of you so you can unzip and acc ess the bag/change lenses, etc.. without having to takle the bag off or placing it on the ground.
These 2 work well for my needs and LowePro has earned respect from hikers, photographers & campers around the world with their quality craftsmanship, ingenuity and long lasting packs.
There are many to choose from so look around and see what looks like a good fit for you.
I went on a photo tour in 2008 through Europe with Jim Zuckerman, Deborah Sandidge, Stefania Barbier and 8 others who all were using Lowepro packs :)
Cheers.
- Carlton Ward
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November, 29, 2010 
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Sunday, 28 November 2010

Photo of the Day #2264 - The Bean in Fall by Leslie McLain

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November, 28, 2010 
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Saturday, 27 November 2010

Photo of the Day #2263 - Moonlight at Twilight by Usman Bajwa

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November, 27, 2010 
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Friday, 26 November 2010

Photo of the Day #2262 - Window Frame by Sheryl Salisbury

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November, 26, 2010 
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