Wednesday, 7 September 2011

PhotoFlash #101 - Big Sale on Courses! Buying Tips for Printers; Composition Tip on Framing; Discussions

PhotoFlash - Free Monthly Newsletter for 35mm Film Photographers

Welcome to the 101st issue of PhotoFlash

Hi

BetterPhoto's next school session is kicking off today with a terrific lineup of online photography courses. But here's the biggest news: We're having a huge sale!! Get $20 off on your next 4-week online photography class. Just enter Fall20 into the "Gift Card Code" field on the Checkout Page. See the awesome 4-week school schedule! But you must hurry, since school is just getting under way.

In this issue of PhotoFlash, don't miss the work of two top BetterPhoto instructors:
- Should You Pay More for a Photo Printer Using Pigment Inks? by Peter Burian
- Add Interest to Your Photos with Visual Framing! by Lynne Eodice

That's it for this month. Have fun with your photography!

Kerry Drager
Newsletter Editor

To read the online version of PhotoFlash at our Web site, visit http://www.betterphoto.com/photoflashes/

In This Issue: Wednesday, September 07, 2011


 

Featured Photo: R U G G E D

R U G G E D
R U G G E D

Jack just before batting practice.
7 years old

f2.8; 1/1250th; iso200; natural light

© Deb Brown

Nikon D300 Digital...


 

Featured Article: Should You Pay More for a Photo Printer That Uses Pigment Inks?
BetterPhoto instructor Peter K. Burian shares his insights and expertise on printers in this excellent article.



 

Featured Blog: Add Interest to Your Photos with Visual Framing!

 
Using a foreground element to create a frame for a subject has long been a popular artistic trick of the trade, writes BetterPhoto instructor Lynne Eodice in her new photography blog...

 

New Course: Travel and Landscape Photography

 
Imagine taking your vacation photography from just OK to truly outstanding! Check out Denise Miotke's inspiring new 4-week online course: Travel and Landscape Photography: Better Photos of Places. And read her fascinating thoughts on traveling and teaching.

 

Give Your Creative Confidence a Boost!

 
Give Your Creative Confidence a Boost!Learn proven techniques from BetterPhoto founder Jim Miotke to help you realize your potential and say "Yes!" to your creative dreams!

The next Creative Confidence Webinar Weekend takes place October 22-23, 2011.   Learn more about creative confidence...


 

New Photo Discussions

New Photo Discussion 1: Self Portrait thru' mirror.

Self Portrait thru' mirror.
Self Portrait thru' mirror.
f/5.0, 1/60 secs, ISO 1250, Lens 18-55 mm. Here I captured myself in my bathroom mirror. Light from window during morning. Category People. Wish you all a very enjoyable month of september 2011 and Id Mubarak to Muslim friends.

© Tarun Bose

Canon EOS Digital ...
Outstanding self-portrait, love the tones...
- Avril Young

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Response 1:When you first did this (perhaps it was a different but similar shot), I was amazed, and have tried so many times to duplicate it. I have never succeeded. So that makes me admire this shot even more! Wonderful work, Tarun.
- Michelle Alton

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Response 2:This is an awesome self-portrait. LOVE the lighting.
- Dayna Cain

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Response 3:What a wonderful self-portrait, Tarun! Excellent work!
- Terry Cervi

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New Photo Discussion 2: Flipped

Flipped
Flipped

© Debbie E. Payne

Canon EOS 5D Mark ...
Beautiful photo, nice work-André
- Andre Larose

See Andre's Basic BetterPholio™

Response 1:Thank you, Andre. There is a story to this one. I forgot to pack my tripod and I went specifically to the Botanic Gardens to get pictures of the lotuses. I opened up the trunk, and it wasn't there. So I had to handhold my 70-200 zoom in failing light, push my ISO up to 1000, open my aperture all the way out and PRAY. I was surprisingly happy with most of my results that evening. Appreciate your "stopping by".
- Debbie E. Payne

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New Photo Discussion 3: OBX Sunset

OBX Sunset
OBX Sunset

© Kathy D. Reasor

Canon EOS 40D Digi...
I love this. Makes me homesick. :) We moved to Florida from South Dakota 7 years ago. This photo reminds me of summers when I was a kid. :)
- Angie M. Davis

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Response 1:Congratulations on your finalist Kathy. I love the grasses against the sunset, the colors and the slight curves indicating a gentle breeze.
- Phyllis A. Houghton

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Visit phyllishoughton.com - Phyllis's Deluxe BetterPholio™

Response 2:Congratulations on your Finalist selection Kathy.
- Dave Montero

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New Photo Discussion 4: Havre De Grace Pier

Havre De Grace Pier
Havre De Grace Pier
This was taken about 30 minutes before sunrise at Havre De Grace. The 15 second exposure helped to smooth out the water and give it that glassy effect.

© Bryan Inagaki

Nikon D80 Digital ...
What a great dusk capture!
- Christopher J. Budny

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Response 1:The perfect time of day for this image.
- The Judges at BetterPhoto.com

Response 2:This is a brilliant winner, Bryan. Congratulatons!
- Michelle Alton

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Response 3:Congratulations on your winning selection Bryan!
- Dave Montero

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The Next Step: Where to Go From Here

Until next time, thanks for reading and keep having fun with photography!
Jim Miotke
BetterPhoto.com, Inc.

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