Archive for 2012
Image from Kelby’s WW Photowalk last Fall
I’m really excited about the G+/Scott Kelby Conference getting under way today!
This afternoon I will be hosting a Photowalk on Fisherman’s Wharf. We are almost a full house and I’m looking forward to meeting everyone. Below is my schedule; if you are at the conference come by and say “hello”!
- Mon 3 PM – Photowalk at Fisherman’s Wharf – Meeting Location is at the cable car turnaround near Ghiradelli Square
- Tues 10:15 – 11:15 AM – Moderator for How to Stay Fresh on Google with Colby Brown and Brian Matiash
- Tues 3:00 – 4:00 PM – One on One Portfolio Reviews with Erik Valind, Matt Kloskowski, Peter Hurley
- Wed 10:15 – 11:15 AM – Moderator for Circling Strategies with Mike Wiacek and Brian Matiash
- Wed 3:00 – 4:00 PM – One on One Portfolio Reviews with Colby Brown, Alex Koloskov and Erik Valind
While the sessions for the portfolio reviews have filled up, if you are attending the conference and wish to be put on the waiting list, head over to the Super 8 Lounge to put your name down on the list.
TWiT Photo 56: Digital Photography Pioneer Eddie Tapp
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Thu 05.17.2012
Pioneer Eddie Tapp joins host Catherine Hall and Leo Laporte to tell the story of how and why he switched to digital photography in 1993. Eddie explains the fundamentals of digital photography and what it means to get it right in the camera. As well as giving us must-know tips on post processing.
Eddie shares three of his favorite tips:
1. Use the 90% method of color correction basics. to minimize loss of information in a digital image.
2. Get the spots out!
3) Soft focus filter to soften the skin, yet keep the eyes sharp.
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Coming up May 22 – Interviews and more from the Norway trip!
Did you catch Trey Ratcliff’s last Variety Hour? Trey’s topic is about learning and improving your photography. Watch it on TWiT TV
Don’t miss a chance to watch or listen to your favorite photographers – download the TWiT Photo podcast on iTunes for free :)
Have questions, suggestions or praises? Please connect with us on the TWiT Photo Forum.
Are you still on the fence about going to the G+/Scott Kelby Photographer’s Conference next week?
The Conference organizers have been kind enough to offer a wonderful promotion for TWiT Photo fans and CHS blog Readers.
In addition to all of the Cool Stuff already included with the registration you will also receive these additional benefits:
- $50 off of the $349 registration fee
- 2 FREE MONTHS of KelbyTraining.com access
- An exclusive closed-door session with a conference leader (TBD) for our group
Please click for your exclusive Discount Code.
Sign up for my walk at Fisherman’s Wharf! We have 2 wonderful coaches lined up - Doug Kaye and Michael Bonocore not to mention some great prizes to give away, including a DataColor Spyder4 Pro
TWiT Photo 55: Frederick Van Johnson and Derrick Story
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Tue 05.08.2012
Frederick Van Johnson and Derrick Story join guest host Sarah Lane in a discussion about social media and how it has changed the creative world of photography. Find out how learning everything positive and negative about analog photography helped Frederick become the great photographer he is today. We also hear some stories of Frederick and Derrick from back in the days when they worked together.
Below are three of Frederick’s tips:
1) Define (and refine) your goals
2) Use the right tools. (Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, YouTube)
3) Build a schedule, then test… rinse & repeat.
Coming up May15 – Photographer Catherine Chalmers and her amazing macro photography.
Did you catch Trey Ratcliff’s last Variety Hour? Trey’s topic is about learning and improving your photography. Watch it on TWiT TV
Don’t miss a chance to watch or listen to your favorite photographers – download the TWiT Photo podcast on iTunes for free :)
Have questions, suggestions or praises? Please connect with us on the TWiT Photo Forum.
TWiT Photo 54: Doug Kaye Shows His Analytical Side
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Tue 05.08.2012
Doug Kaye joins us this week and show us his unique perspective into the world of photography. With his analytical eye, he shows us how to be technical as well as creative when practicing photography.
Below are three of Doug’s tips:
1. Buy (and sell) used gear.
2. Use a service like Auction Sniper to get the best deals on online auctions
3) Get into printing your images
Coming up today! – Photographer Eddie Tapp
Did you catch Trey Ratcliff’s last Variety Hour? Trey and cohost Karen Hutton discuss how Social Media has affected artists and their opportunities. Watch it on TWiT TV
Don’t miss a chance to watch or listen to your favorite photographers – download the TWiT Photo podcast on iTunes for free :)
Have questions, suggestions or praises? Please connect with us on the TWiT Photo Forum.
