I've been spending a little bit too much time researching uses for my new toy - the iPod Touch. Some of the practical things I am now using the iTouch for include:
1) Storing some of my Photos for showing at Networking events (my mobile portfolio)
2) Storing my camera and flash manuals so I always have reference (just in case)
3) Storing various photo shoot lists as a reminder when needed
4) Storing different images of poses that I may decide to use once in awhile
5) A Sunrise application that tells me the twilight, sunrise and sunset times at various locations in the country so I know when I can capture the magic light any day of the year
6) A DOF (depth of field) calculator for different lenses and focal distances
7) Links to various photography websites for keeping abreast of new equipment and new techniques
8) and other planned uses
Friday, January 30, 2009
IPod Touch Photo Applications
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Apple Ipod Touch
I recently purchased an Apple IPod Touch for showing my photographs at networking events as part of my new marketing thrust for this year. I loaded some photos and took it to the Maryland PPA meeting last night and showed a few other photographers who were impressed with the images and the IPod itself. Here's the image I selected for the wallpaper.
Stephanie Millner Presentation
Attended a Maryland PPA presentation "Don't Blame The Printer" by Stephanie Millner, award-winning wedding and portrait photographer from Alexandria, VA. Prior to her transition into professional photography, she gained prolific experience as a graphic designer and prepress manager at several printing companies. I learned a few hints about some of the things that should be done prior to submitting printing. Stephanie was a knowledgeable and great presenter.
Monday, January 19, 2009
PlayList.com
I added the player today and did a little more research and then decided to remove it from the blog since the music sources appear to be from different servers from all over the world and probably aren't licensed properly.
What does this have to do with photography? Nothing; but it does have to do with presentation methods and it gets me away from direct photography for a bit.
For reference, a Sarah Brightman PlayList Popup (opens a new screen)
Friday, January 16, 2009
Lens Pen for cleaning your lenses
The Lens Pen device is NOT for cleaning your sensor. I have my eye on a sensor cleaning device that i'll review in a few weeks.
Here's a little UTube video from Carson Optics
Monday, January 5, 2009
Sarah Brightman - Diva
Friday, January 2, 2009
Port Discovery New Year Everything Italian
Here's a Slide Show of some of the activities. I made a last minute decision to attend and help support Kristie. I arrived for the second half of the event and photographed a few costumes, the kids painting masks, kids playing in the Water Works area and some of the climbing structures. I missed a lot of the early happenings.
I made good use of the 28mm 1.8 lens I bought on eBay, mentioned in my last blog, and even though it's pretty dark in the museum, the lens and high ISO worked great.
The event was held in association with and supported by the Italian Consulate of Baltimore and Maserati of Baltimore . A more detailed description of the event is here in Baltimore Style magazine.