Here's an interesting article that a friend of mine found on CNN.com:

New filter promises crisper photos

My friend thinks that this new filter will replace all professional photographers, meaning that anybody will be able to take perfect photos.

I strongly disagree.

While this article is interesting, it still doesn't really say much about the new filter's technology. I very much doubt that this new filter will make the average joe into a professional photographer. Will it help them? Sure. Will this replace the pro photographers that make a living off of taking pictures? Hell no!

It comes down to the basics... what makes someone a good photographer?

I was taught early on that a good photographer can take great photos with any camera. The true skills are in the person. The equipment is just the icing on the cake.

Knowing how to compose a shot, know how and when to capture the right moment is something that can be done with any camera. Any camera can be used to tell a compelling story, or a perfectly composed portrait.

That's my take on the matter.

Cheers,

What the Duck - an online comic strip by Aaron Johnson - is a must-see for any photographer. Not only is it funny, but it's true to life... apart from the duck part... maybe.

The comic is updated every weekday. It's one of the first things I do on the computer (God forbid I might start working). Check out the site at www.whattheduck.net



The main character is the white duck. Judging by his colors, I would say he uses a Canon camera, while the black duck with gold camera strap uses a Nikon. They're pretty heated rivals in the strip... they bring the funny. The savage duck is a photographer too. He made his camera from a piece of cheese, so natually I would say he represents Sony... but that's just me.

This is rather funny. It's technically a photography news item. I thought that this was funny. Check this out:

http://blogs.kansascity.com/crime_scene/2007/06/the_forgotten_v.html

Enjoy.

Cheers,

A few years back, the March issue of Na Nago Magazine became the most popular month because of Jenny Thomas. You can look at the gallery by following this link.

It's been ages since I last looked at her photos. I don't recall when we photographed this series, but the location was the CFNAP studio in Lawrence, MA. The building is an old textile mill. The old feel of the building was evident when you turned off the lights. We cracked open the big wooden doors to let in the sun. This crack in the door was our only light source for the photos.

Jenny was a great model to work with. I tried my best to get her to stand relaxed, at ease. She has this tranquil look and I was eager to make her feel at ease to capture that look.

These photos were taken early on in my photography career. I used my trusty S7000 to take the photographs. I forget what settings I used. The camera made my work relatively simple - if I recall. But this was a while back. I wonder what the photographs would look like if I used my 5D back then.

Without question, Jenny was one of the best models that I ever worked with. She helped shape the way photograph my subjects in shadows. I wish to share those photos with you again.

And - of course - a very special thanks goes out to Jenny Thomas. Thank you!