I created a video to show you how to edit your photos online for FREE! (How groovy is that?) Ideally, you’ll be able to apply ANYTHING I share with you, but that’s not always going to be the case. You may be limited by a variety of factors: the gear you have, […]
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PLP002: Analyze, Visualize and Mobilize!
Podcast: Play in new window | Download On this show I’ll be covering some news on a just-released, very nice Fuji camera and will discuss some of it’s key features. I’ll also answer a question that was called in by a listener, share one of my favorite photo thingamajigs, translate some photo-babble for you, teach […]
5 Steps to Awesome Back to School Photos
It’s that time of year again, another chance to capture the start of a new school year. If you’ve got little kids (our son is 6 and going into First Grade this year) you know they grow up fast. Don’t miss those opportunities to make photos that will soon be memories. Young […]
8 features to look for in your next compact or point and shoot camera
There are several reasons you might be thinking about buying a new camera. Maybe the beater camera that you currently use is older than your kid that just went off to college. Or maybe you’ve got a smartphone and a nice big SLR and you’re looking for something a little in between to give you […]
PLP001: Welcome to Pocket Lenses Podcast #1!
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadThis is our first (dare I say “inaugural”?) introduction podcast. Hear about why we started this podcast and what to expect. On this show, my wife Sandy and I discuss our conviction that you don’t need big, heavy camera gear to make great pictures. I’ve gotten so many repeat questions […]
3 reasons why you should use a tripod
These tips apply to ALL cameras (including smartphones!) At the end of this article, I’ll have some recommendations for some nice, super light, mobile tripods … One of the easiest ways to quickly and significantly improve the images you make is by using a tripod. There are several reasons why you should use a tripod. A […]