Here comes the panacea for all hassles that we had to bear with, in order to shoot a decent 3D image. The new Fuji FinePix 3D W1 camera offers such irresistible features, that it will be really hard to say no to it.
We have all heard of enough rants about how to view a 3D image and coupled with that, terms like anaglyph, cross-eyed techniques do not ease our perplexity in any way. But with the new Fuji's 3D W1 we can just review the image on our camera's LCD monitor. It leverages our ability to view objects along two lines of sight. The phenomenon of "parallax barrier system" as it is called is used by the 3D digital viewer to direct the light to our left and right eyes in a way that facilitates us to view 3D images with just the naked eye. We can bid adieu to complex spacial setup for as simple a task as viewing images. We can review the images on both the camera's LCD monitor or on a large LCD monitor by just capturing the shot and playing it back in 3D which brings point and shoot technology in its truest sense to the 3D world.
The arrangement of lens makes up the soul of the art of 3D photography. A compromise on this aspect is a compromise on the basic intent of photography itself. From the way the lenses are aligned to the minimum separation that is required, precision is the key and here comes Fuji 3D camera to our rescue because it takes care of the hard part leaving us free to focus on the subject. The Real 3D W1 camera comprises of two lenses and two CCDs aligned for perfect 3D touch and the aluminum frame gives a firm support for the lenses so that they do not lose the precision.
Have we ever imagined that a day would come when the blissfully comfortable auto feature would become a reality in 3D photography? Fuji has made it possible now. Thanks to the Real Photo (RP) 3D processor, that adjusts the parametric factors like brightness, tone automatically and shoots images of the object with different settings, we can afford to be a novice in 3D photography and yet accomplish aesthetically great photographs with the auto mode feature.
When it comes to digital cameras, we always look for those advanced features that set digital photography apart. Be it macro shots or continuous shots, there is a plethora of choices that are waiting to get unraveled. Thankfully Fuji has customized these features for the 3D space. With individual shutter 3D shooting, we can take images of the same subject from two different angles and the camera merges them and the result is a fabulous cross-eyed shot. The same effect can be achieved in macro modes too. With the Interval shooting, the 3D W1 camera can take successive shots of an object in motion. No more trivial blurs.
To all those purists out there, Fuji 3D W1 camera has all those manual functions that we have in a two dimensional digital camera. The shutter speed and aperture can be set manually as well as 13 modes of shooting like portrait, landscape, night shot and natural light.
Fuji Real W1 camera does not leave 2D behind in any way. On the contrary it provides additional advanced 2D feature that lets us capture two individual shots of the same subject with different settings as if the images are shot using two different cameras.
With Fuji 3D W1 camera it's not just the inside that does the talking. The outside speaks too. The buttons are all illuminated so that we do not spend half our time comprehending how to perform an operation. The GUI menus are displayed in 3D too. It is now easy to switch between 3D and 2D shots seamlessly with just the touch of a button that switches between the modes. SD and SDHC cards are supported. The 3D and 2D data can be transmitted using wireless IrSS technology to a FinePix 3D LCD screen.
Senin, 20 November 2017
Minggu, 29 Oktober 2017
Photography Analysis of Laguna Beach Wedding Location - Pacific Edge
Pacific Edge in Laguna Beach is a wedding location that has great potential for wedding photography; however, there are several things that should be avoided when shooting in this location.
Pacific Edge is a located south of the main beach in Laguna Beach. From a photographer's perspective, obviously the main attraction is the ocean and sand shots to be had. The ceremony location is a burgundy deck in front of the ocean. As the photographer, you can climb above the deck so you are 30 feet or so above the wedding party. From this vantage point you can get a beautiful shot of the wedding party and audience with the beach and ocean in the background. There is however one potential distraction - beachgoers. The beach is not off limits during the wedding ceremony. This means there can be dozens of people strolling along the beach with their beach gear spread across the landscape cluttering up the shot. As the bride, you should check with your photographer beforehand to see if he is able to Photoshop those people out of the picture and whether or not that kind of work is included in your wedding package. This work is not necessary for shots that are taken at floor level as the angle of the shot allows for the ocean to be in the background but not the beach. These adjustments really are necessary as the beach is crowded during the day. It would be a rare moment when there was no one taking advantage of the beach front property.
The interior of the location has an elegant rustic look. There are windows in the room which allows for a great deal of natural sunlight. Below one of the windows is a long stair well which is well suited for taking group shots. 20-30 people can fit on this stairwell. For indoor bridal pictures there is a small deck which overlooks the beach. The railing is white and matches well with a traditional white wedding dress. The entrance to deck has a double white door. Placing the bride in front of these doors with bright sunlight in the background and shooting with a diffused filter creates an artistic dreamy shot which the bride will likely appreciate.
Pacific Edge is a located south of the main beach in Laguna Beach. From a photographer's perspective, obviously the main attraction is the ocean and sand shots to be had. The ceremony location is a burgundy deck in front of the ocean. As the photographer, you can climb above the deck so you are 30 feet or so above the wedding party. From this vantage point you can get a beautiful shot of the wedding party and audience with the beach and ocean in the background. There is however one potential distraction - beachgoers. The beach is not off limits during the wedding ceremony. This means there can be dozens of people strolling along the beach with their beach gear spread across the landscape cluttering up the shot. As the bride, you should check with your photographer beforehand to see if he is able to Photoshop those people out of the picture and whether or not that kind of work is included in your wedding package. This work is not necessary for shots that are taken at floor level as the angle of the shot allows for the ocean to be in the background but not the beach. These adjustments really are necessary as the beach is crowded during the day. It would be a rare moment when there was no one taking advantage of the beach front property.
The interior of the location has an elegant rustic look. There are windows in the room which allows for a great deal of natural sunlight. Below one of the windows is a long stair well which is well suited for taking group shots. 20-30 people can fit on this stairwell. For indoor bridal pictures there is a small deck which overlooks the beach. The railing is white and matches well with a traditional white wedding dress. The entrance to deck has a double white door. Placing the bride in front of these doors with bright sunlight in the background and shooting with a diffused filter creates an artistic dreamy shot which the bride will likely appreciate.
Minggu, 08 Oktober 2017
Learn to Creatively Express Yourself in the Smoky Mountains Arts and Crafts Scene
There are those who fervently believe the road to happiness is paved with shiny new cell phones, Sony PlayStations and high-definition plasma TVs. The citizens of Gatlinburg, Tennessee have yet to receive this memo. In a town where old-fashioned letter writing, chatting with one's neighbors and taking long, meditative walks are the order of the day, Gatlinburg offers another rarity to a materialistic nation. Here you'll find a community of do-it-yourself arts and crafts artisans. In Gatlinburg, the locals will happily tell you that DIY stands for Dream It Yourself.
These dreams occur among an eight-mile stretch of road within Gatlinburg known endearingly as the Great Smoky Mountains Arts & Crafts Community. It is the largest group of independent artisans in North America. Established in 1937, it's here that arts and crafts enthusiasts, advocates and aficionados get to experience, first-hand, the hands-on approach to cultivating fine art. Forget about DirecTV, wireless Internet and downloading MP3s. The eclectic members of this vibrant community have a passion for whittling, painting, sewing, weaving, carving and just about every other form of crafting.
In an area heavily prided for its gorgeous natural landscapes, Gatlinburg takes equal pride in producing antiquities with ease. Whether it's candles, baskets, brooms, quilts, pottery, jewelry, dolls, ceramics, stained glass, fine photography or silversmiths, the Great Smoky Mountains Arts & Crafts Community is a massive one-stop shop. If you love exploring, discovering and buying you can do so at will without a pesky commission-driven sales clerk watching your every move. Virtually year round, the Community holds informal workshops for children and adults of all ages. The only requirement: a zestful curiosity and interest for creative expression.
After you have visited a wide range of enchanting shops it's time for food, drink and relaxation. All can be had within the vast, quaint confines of the Great Smoky Mountains Arts & Crafts Community. A delightful multitude of restaurants, cafes, tearooms, candy shops and soda fountains are within reach of the surrounding businesses.
For those requiring a more academic approach to fine art creation, you're cordially invited to attend The Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts. Arrowmont, a visual arts education center for adults and children, is the Oxford University for aspiring artisans. In addition to weekend seminars, Arrowmont offers one- and two-week workshops for beginners and advanced craftsmen (and women), along with weekly classes for local residents.
You receive a first-class fine/visual art education, on Arrowmont's pristine and historic 14-acre campus. Workshop and class topics are as varied as a vegetable garden in the English countryside. Subjects include ceramics, fiber, metals, jewelry, painting, drawing, photography, warm glass, woodworking, books/paper and mixed media. Workshops are open to those 18 years and older, with class sizes no larger than 12 students. Arrowmont's attraction lies in its old school adage: creativity and hard work are never mutually exclusive.
An equally prestigious feature in Arrowmont's pedigreed portfolio is its esteemed Artist in Residence program. Along with offering 160 rotating workshop artists and instructors of national and international acclaim, the 11 month residency affords visiting artisans a monthly salary shared housing with private bedrooms and meals, a private studio and, at term's end, the opportunity to showcase their work in Arrowmont's acclaimed Artist Outfitters Store.
These dreams occur among an eight-mile stretch of road within Gatlinburg known endearingly as the Great Smoky Mountains Arts & Crafts Community. It is the largest group of independent artisans in North America. Established in 1937, it's here that arts and crafts enthusiasts, advocates and aficionados get to experience, first-hand, the hands-on approach to cultivating fine art. Forget about DirecTV, wireless Internet and downloading MP3s. The eclectic members of this vibrant community have a passion for whittling, painting, sewing, weaving, carving and just about every other form of crafting.
In an area heavily prided for its gorgeous natural landscapes, Gatlinburg takes equal pride in producing antiquities with ease. Whether it's candles, baskets, brooms, quilts, pottery, jewelry, dolls, ceramics, stained glass, fine photography or silversmiths, the Great Smoky Mountains Arts & Crafts Community is a massive one-stop shop. If you love exploring, discovering and buying you can do so at will without a pesky commission-driven sales clerk watching your every move. Virtually year round, the Community holds informal workshops for children and adults of all ages. The only requirement: a zestful curiosity and interest for creative expression.
After you have visited a wide range of enchanting shops it's time for food, drink and relaxation. All can be had within the vast, quaint confines of the Great Smoky Mountains Arts & Crafts Community. A delightful multitude of restaurants, cafes, tearooms, candy shops and soda fountains are within reach of the surrounding businesses.
For those requiring a more academic approach to fine art creation, you're cordially invited to attend The Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts. Arrowmont, a visual arts education center for adults and children, is the Oxford University for aspiring artisans. In addition to weekend seminars, Arrowmont offers one- and two-week workshops for beginners and advanced craftsmen (and women), along with weekly classes for local residents.
You receive a first-class fine/visual art education, on Arrowmont's pristine and historic 14-acre campus. Workshop and class topics are as varied as a vegetable garden in the English countryside. Subjects include ceramics, fiber, metals, jewelry, painting, drawing, photography, warm glass, woodworking, books/paper and mixed media. Workshops are open to those 18 years and older, with class sizes no larger than 12 students. Arrowmont's attraction lies in its old school adage: creativity and hard work are never mutually exclusive.
An equally prestigious feature in Arrowmont's pedigreed portfolio is its esteemed Artist in Residence program. Along with offering 160 rotating workshop artists and instructors of national and international acclaim, the 11 month residency affords visiting artisans a monthly salary shared housing with private bedrooms and meals, a private studio and, at term's end, the opportunity to showcase their work in Arrowmont's acclaimed Artist Outfitters Store.
Minggu, 24 September 2017
How to Get Started in Selling Fine Art and Landscape Photography
Photography is a buyer's market. Digital photography has flooded the photography market with an endless sea of photographers who want to sell their work. This article seeks to teach you how to begin selling your photography.
We see photographs every day, and many of them in connection with advertising. Photos of beautiful landscapes which people cannot identify are not interesting to buyers at an art fair. For example, I live in Naples, Florida. I've been to dozens of art fairs and one thing rings true every time: Rarely do buyers purchase a beautiful photograph of a beach scene unless they know where the scene is. They want to buy local photographs of local places. They want to feel connected with the photograph. A "generic" landscape photo which the buyer doesn't identify with might as well be a $2 poster at WalMart. The first lesson to learn is to take photos of local scenery. What are people in your town proud of? The beautiful mountains surrounding the city? The pier going out into the bay? The downtown lights at Christmas time? Every town has something beautiful. Remember, though, that you'll have to photograph that scene in a way that they wouldn't view as plain or ordinary. Dress the scene up in beautiful light and make it dramatic.
If you plan on showing your work off, you have to be ruthless. Be ruthless with yourself. Take all of your very best images and put them in one folder on your computer. Look through each image and ask yourself, "Would this image 'wow' someone who saw it for the first time and who was not there to see the scene first hand?" If the answer is no, then take it out of your art show. If the answer is yes, then choose 10 of your friends who have the least tact and ask them if they are "wowed." Photography is subjective, so you'll get conflicting answers, but remember...if it doesn't wow them, there are 10,000 other images to choose from. Including "less-than-wow" images in your gallery will drag down the perceived value of your art.
You might be proud of the technical perfection of your images, and your photo club might be proud, but the average small-time art buyer just doesn't care. The truth is that buyers purchase whatever strikes them as beautiful, and simply do not care if an image has technical imperfections. The buyer just doesn't care if you use a 1D Mark IV or a Canon Rebel XT. The proof is in the pudding.
So where are you going to sell your local fine art photography? A few things you might try are art fairs (if you can't find them, you aren't looking, because they are EVERYWHERE), placing your work in coffee shops for free to decorate their shop and then have a sticker on each image for people to buy, or submitting articles to your local paper with a link to your website.
Good luck in selling your fine art photography. The truth is that the market is so saturated that it is extraordinarily difficult to sell. To beat the bunch, you have to go local. Make your town proud of your town.
We see photographs every day, and many of them in connection with advertising. Photos of beautiful landscapes which people cannot identify are not interesting to buyers at an art fair. For example, I live in Naples, Florida. I've been to dozens of art fairs and one thing rings true every time: Rarely do buyers purchase a beautiful photograph of a beach scene unless they know where the scene is. They want to buy local photographs of local places. They want to feel connected with the photograph. A "generic" landscape photo which the buyer doesn't identify with might as well be a $2 poster at WalMart. The first lesson to learn is to take photos of local scenery. What are people in your town proud of? The beautiful mountains surrounding the city? The pier going out into the bay? The downtown lights at Christmas time? Every town has something beautiful. Remember, though, that you'll have to photograph that scene in a way that they wouldn't view as plain or ordinary. Dress the scene up in beautiful light and make it dramatic.
If you plan on showing your work off, you have to be ruthless. Be ruthless with yourself. Take all of your very best images and put them in one folder on your computer. Look through each image and ask yourself, "Would this image 'wow' someone who saw it for the first time and who was not there to see the scene first hand?" If the answer is no, then take it out of your art show. If the answer is yes, then choose 10 of your friends who have the least tact and ask them if they are "wowed." Photography is subjective, so you'll get conflicting answers, but remember...if it doesn't wow them, there are 10,000 other images to choose from. Including "less-than-wow" images in your gallery will drag down the perceived value of your art.
You might be proud of the technical perfection of your images, and your photo club might be proud, but the average small-time art buyer just doesn't care. The truth is that buyers purchase whatever strikes them as beautiful, and simply do not care if an image has technical imperfections. The buyer just doesn't care if you use a 1D Mark IV or a Canon Rebel XT. The proof is in the pudding.
So where are you going to sell your local fine art photography? A few things you might try are art fairs (if you can't find them, you aren't looking, because they are EVERYWHERE), placing your work in coffee shops for free to decorate their shop and then have a sticker on each image for people to buy, or submitting articles to your local paper with a link to your website.
Good luck in selling your fine art photography. The truth is that the market is so saturated that it is extraordinarily difficult to sell. To beat the bunch, you have to go local. Make your town proud of your town.
Rabu, 06 September 2017
Unique Holiday Gifts - How About Honoring The Environment Around You?
Nature photographers are always chasing the light, especially early morning and late evening, in the hopes of capturing the magic of subtle color. Sunrise and sunset present ever-changing moments of light and cloud formations that embrace the landscape environment. These moments can offer us a new day or provide reflections of a day completed. However, one can feel very blessed and humbled when starting and ending a day with hues of golden light and clouds of pink, blue, red and amber all around you.
Recently, I moved to a small town in Colorado and I am amazed with the sunrise and sunset here each day. The earth, in its majesty, reminds me each morning and evening to stop, be aware and honor the life around me. Each colorful light show provides me with moments of awe, inspiration and environmental awareness. Therefore, it has become part of my normal routine to wait with anticipation, camera ready, for each new sunrise and sunset. I have found that this form of nature photography art has provided me with personal inspiration. I have framed and matted sunrise and sunset landscape photography in my home of my own backyard experiences. As I view these photographs during my working day, I re-awaken my humility, gratitude and connection to humanity. These fine art prints become not only a source of beauty but also motivate me to honor all life in my world each day.
The holidays are upon us now. As we each pursue our gift giving routines, why not consider nature photography art and landscape photography as unique gifts to reflect the intentions of peace, environmental awareness and hope for our future? It is also quite affordable to seek out greeting card assortments with landscape photography. Many have inspirational sayings and could be framed and placed on one's desk as a source of peace and inspiration. Let your holidays be unique this year with gifts that honor the environment and the earth's magical gifts to us: humility, gratitude and connection to humanity.
Recently, I moved to a small town in Colorado and I am amazed with the sunrise and sunset here each day. The earth, in its majesty, reminds me each morning and evening to stop, be aware and honor the life around me. Each colorful light show provides me with moments of awe, inspiration and environmental awareness. Therefore, it has become part of my normal routine to wait with anticipation, camera ready, for each new sunrise and sunset. I have found that this form of nature photography art has provided me with personal inspiration. I have framed and matted sunrise and sunset landscape photography in my home of my own backyard experiences. As I view these photographs during my working day, I re-awaken my humility, gratitude and connection to humanity. These fine art prints become not only a source of beauty but also motivate me to honor all life in my world each day.
The holidays are upon us now. As we each pursue our gift giving routines, why not consider nature photography art and landscape photography as unique gifts to reflect the intentions of peace, environmental awareness and hope for our future? It is also quite affordable to seek out greeting card assortments with landscape photography. Many have inspirational sayings and could be framed and placed on one's desk as a source of peace and inspiration. Let your holidays be unique this year with gifts that honor the environment and the earth's magical gifts to us: humility, gratitude and connection to humanity.
Selasa, 15 Agustus 2017
Fine Art Nature Photography - The Beauty of Digital Photography
Fine art nature photography is a very affordable way to build a high quality art collection, one likely to build in value over the years. Photography and art collectors can't help being drawn to digital photos of nature, wild animals and outside scenes. Why? Because digital photos have taken collectible photography to a whole new level, resulting in high-resolution images that can last for up to 100 years, with no loss of color.
Digital photos also reflect a photographer's creativity in capturing a special landscape or wild creature that looks real enough to touch, right down to the minutest features.The proof? Simply look at a nature photo, one photographed digitally, and marvel at how it captures the tiniest details drawn from real life - from the thin antennae and stunning colors of a butterfly's wings to the beauty, tones and subtle shading of majestic landscapes. Compare that to other, older photos which weren't taken digitally. Odds are, colors haven't held up well or have faded within a relatively short amount of time.
Unlike photos of old, fine art nature photography can be both a wise investment and a delight to view, year after year, never losing its beauty. Some digital images are highly realistic while others are similar to abstract paintings. Each captures nature's beauty, a unique testimony to the photographer's skill.
Digital photos are a special collaboration between photographer and nature itself. The result? A unique artistic creation - captured in time, in a split second, yet as stunning - or more so - than the finest painting.
Intrigued? Ready to start collecting fine art nature photography? There are some basic tips to keep in mind. Mostly, however, aspiring collectors should have fun browsing through photos, trust their instincts and delight in their purchases. There is no better way to add a natural touch to a home or office than to put up a lovely natural scene or photo of a wild animal, bird or insect. An otherwise cold or plain room suddenly has a focal point, one that brings grace and serenity to the space.
If a photo resonates with the viewer, that can be reason enough to purchase it. It doesn't hurt, however, to keep a few pointers in mind. So what do potential buyers of digital nature photos need to know? First of all, don't be afraid to ask questions. Find out about the photographer's background and experience.
If a commissioned photo is desired, ask if that is a possibility. Some photographers are open to visiting clients' homes, farms or vacation areas and capturing those special locations in fine art nature photos for them. This could be a highly personal and lovely way to add style to a home or office.
Ask about the type of paper used and find out if prints or photos are archival quality. Discuss the best way to display digital photos in order to keep them in prime condition through the years. Find out about the photographer's special skills and creative passions. Just as those who collect paintings benefit from knowing about the painters, nature photographers can add insight and extra information about their photos, enhancing the purchaser's experience.
One of the most appealing aspects of high quality digital photos is the price. For a very reasonable price, collectors (even those on a budget) can often obtain works that may only increase in value for years to come. In the meantime, they can enjoy the beauty of nature's wonders and add a very special touch to any room or space.
Digital photos also reflect a photographer's creativity in capturing a special landscape or wild creature that looks real enough to touch, right down to the minutest features.The proof? Simply look at a nature photo, one photographed digitally, and marvel at how it captures the tiniest details drawn from real life - from the thin antennae and stunning colors of a butterfly's wings to the beauty, tones and subtle shading of majestic landscapes. Compare that to other, older photos which weren't taken digitally. Odds are, colors haven't held up well or have faded within a relatively short amount of time.
Unlike photos of old, fine art nature photography can be both a wise investment and a delight to view, year after year, never losing its beauty. Some digital images are highly realistic while others are similar to abstract paintings. Each captures nature's beauty, a unique testimony to the photographer's skill.
Digital photos are a special collaboration between photographer and nature itself. The result? A unique artistic creation - captured in time, in a split second, yet as stunning - or more so - than the finest painting.
Intrigued? Ready to start collecting fine art nature photography? There are some basic tips to keep in mind. Mostly, however, aspiring collectors should have fun browsing through photos, trust their instincts and delight in their purchases. There is no better way to add a natural touch to a home or office than to put up a lovely natural scene or photo of a wild animal, bird or insect. An otherwise cold or plain room suddenly has a focal point, one that brings grace and serenity to the space.
If a photo resonates with the viewer, that can be reason enough to purchase it. It doesn't hurt, however, to keep a few pointers in mind. So what do potential buyers of digital nature photos need to know? First of all, don't be afraid to ask questions. Find out about the photographer's background and experience.
If a commissioned photo is desired, ask if that is a possibility. Some photographers are open to visiting clients' homes, farms or vacation areas and capturing those special locations in fine art nature photos for them. This could be a highly personal and lovely way to add style to a home or office.
Ask about the type of paper used and find out if prints or photos are archival quality. Discuss the best way to display digital photos in order to keep them in prime condition through the years. Find out about the photographer's special skills and creative passions. Just as those who collect paintings benefit from knowing about the painters, nature photographers can add insight and extra information about their photos, enhancing the purchaser's experience.
One of the most appealing aspects of high quality digital photos is the price. For a very reasonable price, collectors (even those on a budget) can often obtain works that may only increase in value for years to come. In the meantime, they can enjoy the beauty of nature's wonders and add a very special touch to any room or space.
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