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Studio Lighting Gear: Continuous & Strobe (And LED, Too)
Joe Farace  |  Oct 25, 2012  |  First Published: Sep 01, 2012  |  3 comments

Studio lighting equipment is available in either continuous or electronic flash configurations. Continuous lighting is “on” continuously, much like a light bulb or the sun for that matter, enabling you to use your in camera light meter to measure and see how the light falls on your subject. Continuous lighting sources use photoflood, quartz, or HMI (Hydrargyrum Medium-Arc Iodide) bulbs, which can be hot, leading to the use of the term “hot lights.” An increasing number of continuous lighting tools use Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFL) or LEDs, producing what are, in effect, “cool” hot lights.

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Multiblitz Profilux Backpack Kit: Monolights To Go
Joe Farace  |  Oct 24, 2012  |  First Published: Sep 01, 2012  |  2 comments

If you’re looking for European build quality at a reasonable price, Multiblitz’s series of Profilux monolights are a good place to start. Built in Germany, the two Profilux models—250 and 500 watt second versions—are the perfect tool for the serious amateur or established professional and feature fast recycling times, short flash durations, and consistent color temperatures. The Profilux 250 has a five-stop power range that’s adjustable in 1/10-stop increments with a modeling lamp that delivers an expected service life of 2000 hours. The Profilux 500 delivers all of the same features as the 250 but with twice the output power.

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Photoflex LitePanel Frame Hardware
Press Release  |  Oct 24, 2012  |  29 comments
Photoflex announced the release of the New LitePanel Frame Hardware. The hardware allows you to suspend Photoflex LitePanel frames onto the LiteReach Plus or a LiteStand. This new versatileclamping swivel system provides a variety of support and positioning possibilities for the Photoflex LitePanel reflector diffuser frame line. The LitePanel hardware comes with the Photoflex SwivelMount allowing for maximum versatility.
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The Photography Of Laura Cantrell: A Pro In The Child Photography Field
Lou Jacobs Jr.  |  Oct 23, 2012  |  First Published: Sep 01, 2012  |  1 comments

Mobile, Alabama-based photographer Laura Cantrell says, “Mothers trust me to capture and preserve the magic in childhood.” Her photography business in Mobile was inherited from her father who sent his 17-year-old daughter on her first assignment to photograph a train wreck with a 4x5 Speed Graphic. By assisting her dad at weddings and shooting portraits she learned lighting, posing, and how to please clients.

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Book Reviews
Light It, Shoot It, Retouch It
Scott Kelby  |  Oct 22, 2012  |  First Published: Sep 01, 2012  |  0 comments
Each year, Scott Kelby trains thousands of professional photographers during his seminar tours and now he’s taken that incredibly popular style of learning and put it into book form. Among topics covered are step-by-step layouts for creating the most-requested and sought-after lighting looks; the camera settings, gear, and power settings for every shot; retouching techniques the pros really use to make their subjects look their very best; and a host of insider tricks, invaluable shortcuts, and special effects. Kelby’s book is unique in that he combines his myriad skills for a full range of workflow options, from setup to output. (Abridged from liner notes.)

We are pleased to bring you this excerpt from an excellent book that takes it all in-house, from setup to lighting to retouch and output. Time spent with this book is certainly time well spent, as Kelby is that rare photographer/author/Photoshop teacher who brings it all together under one roof.—Editor

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Mpix Introduces New Photo Book Designs
Press Release  |  Oct 22, 2012  |  4 comments
Sticking with the mission to have photo-fanatics do more with their photos, Mpix announces the release of stylish new Photo Book designs. For both the Soft Cover and Coffee Table Books, users will discover the creative license to share the story of their lives with a variety of new designs in every category from wedding to family to travel.
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Tech Talk: Memory Card Primer: How To Select A Memory Card For Your Digital Camera
Susan Park  |  Oct 19, 2012  |  First Published: Sep 01, 2012  |  2 comments

With the profusion of new cards with various and often confusing classifications and ratings we thought it a good idea to get guidance on selecting the right card for your camera and way of working from an expert. We recently met with the folks from SanDisk and they were kind enough to offer the following synopsis of card and camera, ratings and usage.—Editor

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Benro MeFOTO Transfunctional Travel Tripod Kit
Press Release  |  Oct 19, 2012  |  6 comments
Benro announced the eye-catching and very versatile new MeFOTO Transfunctional Travel Tripod Kits. This new tripod provides photographers with a reliable camera support for sharp photos and videos while allowing them to express their individual style when choosing from a selection of brilliant Red, Green, Blue, Gold and Titanium Metallic colors.
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Profoto D1 Light And Asymmetrical HR Softbox 1.5x3: A Unique Light & Light Modifier
Steve Bedell  |  Oct 18, 2012  |  First Published: Sep 01, 2012  |  2 comments

Recently I had an opportunity to test Profoto’s D1 monolight and their HR Softbox 1.5x3. To check out the combo the company sent along a Profoto D1 Air Kit that includes two D1 monolights, stands, umbrellas, and a case. I did not have the Air Remote to control the units from camera position.

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By Way Of These Eyes: The Hyland Collection Of American Photography: At The American Museum In Britain Jul. 14-Oct. 28, 2012
Staff  |  Oct 17, 2012  |  First Published: Sep 01, 2012  |  3 comments
From 14 July to 28 October 2012, the American Museum in Britain, Claverton Manor, Bath, will stage an exhibition evocatively entitled By Way of These Eyes that will present treasures from textile designer Christopher Hyland’s comprehensive collection of American photography. Hyland, president of one of the world’s leading firms specializing in luxury fabrics and founder of the acclaimed HYLAND lifestyle magazine, describes collecting photography as one of the greatest adventures of his life.
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