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Here’s Why I’m Not an Equipment Snob

Here’s Why I’m Not an Equipment Snob

Today's Post by Joe Farace I’ve said this before (on this post and my photography how-to blog) but it’s worth repeating for any new readers to this blog; I am not employed, under contract or personally sponsored by a camera, photographic, software or any other kind of...

Cars & Coffee: It’s Back!

Cars & Coffee: It’s Back!

Today’s Post by Joe Farace Last Saturday’s Cars & Coffee at the Vehicle Vault was the biggest and best attended so far in the history of the Parker-based event. And in case you’re wondering, everyone behaved in a responsible and respectful manner. The fact that...

Are You Really What You Shoot?

Are You Really What You Shoot?

Today's Post by Joe Farace In the automotive world it’s long been a somewhat incorrect, I think, axiom that “you are what you drive.” All this was was running though my mind while reading e-mail from a reader about one of my Shutterbug reviews of a DSLR. If you are...

Using a Photo Vest instead of a Camera Bag?

Using a Photo Vest instead of a Camera Bag?

Today's Post by Joe Farace Every year on April First, many blog writers decide to become humorists and post what they think are whimsical musings. Not here. Although I'll occasionally go on a rant, I try to keep this blog's focus on practical photographic advice, as...

It’s Crowded? Try Photographing Part of Cars

It’s Crowded? Try Photographing Part of Cars

Today's Post by Joe Farace When photographing a car show or in a museum, I think it's a good idea to make some close-up images of parts of cars. Don’t be frustrated by the lack of space and crowded working conditions that are often found at cars shows. Use that to...

The Advantages of Using a Battery Grip

The Advantages of Using a Battery Grip

Today's Post by Joe Farace Camera manufacturers may spend time designing a DSLR’s ergonomics but not every camera shape is perfect for everybody’s hands. And it’s not just ergonomics, it’s also the kind of work a photographer typically shoots and that extends to both...