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The Pelican RSV Series Camera/Computer Case
Shutterbug Staff  |  Apr 04, 2006

Brandess-Kalt-Atena Group, Inc. has announced the introduction of the first
two models in their new Pelican RSV line. RSV stands for Rugged, Strong, and
Versatile which are terms used to describe this series of cases designed for
professional digital photographers on the move. The PCS247 model is an upright
camera/computer case on wheels that measures, outer dimensions are 18x14x10".
The inner dimensions are 16x12 1/2x7". The PCS2552 is a large camera/computer
case that can be hand or shoulder carried and can fit into the Pelican 1550
shell for added security. It measures 17 1/2x12 1/2x7" and features an
expandable computer pocket on the outside. Both are constructed from water resistant
1680D ballistic nylon and feature leather grain trim, moveable dividers, a padded
computer compartment, and PVC lined inner mesh pockets. Available in black or
green. Contact: Brandess-Kalt-Aetna Group, Inc., 701 Corporate Woods Parkway,
Vernon Hills, IL 60061, (800) 621-5488.

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ColorVision PrintFIX PRO
Shutterbug Staff  |  Apr 03, 2006

Datacolor has introduced ColorVision PrintFIX PRO, a new spectro precision
profiling hardware and software package. The PrintFIX PRO's handheld Spectrocolorimeter
is designed to meet the needs of discerning photographic professionals as well
as graphic designers and digital imaging specialists for quality output with
an RGB workflow. A key offering in the ColorVision by Datacolor portfolio of
products, ColorVision PrintFIX PRO represents the next generation of the world's
most recognizable and honored brand in color calibration, the Spyder2.

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Digital DarkroomBook Reviews
Up To Speed With Adobe’s Photoshop CS2; A Roundup Of The Top Books And Videos
Howard Millard  |  Apr 01, 2006

Just when you thought that there really wasn't much more that Adobe could possibly cram into Photoshop, Version CS2, part of the Creative Suite, was released last year. Whether you're a seasoned digital pro or a newcomer, how do all these new features work and how can they improve your workflow and shorten the time you spend in postproduction? Check out the valuable...

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Classic Camera ReviewsNews
The New Zeiss Ikon Rangefinder 35; A Real, Traditional, High-End System
Roger W. Hicks & Frances E. Schultz  |  Apr 01, 2006

The Zeiss Ikon--hereafter ZI--has all the features you might hope for, plus optional autoexposure. At $1617, the body lists between Leica and Voigtländer. In features, it goes head-to-head with the Leica M7. Because we received the camera and no fewer than six lenses--15mm f/2.8, 21mm f/2.8, 25mm f/2.8, 28mm f/2.8, 35mm f/2, and 50mm f/2--we have split...

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What’s In Their Bag? A Look Inside Top Wedding Pros’ Kits
Steve Bedell  |  Apr 01, 2006

Have you ever wondered what top wedding photographers carry in their bag? We spoke with four seasoned wedding photographers and got them to open up their bag of tools for us. One thing you'll notice is that they don't all carry the same gear. Some use Canon, others Nikon, the two brands that seem ensconced at the top of the professional camera...

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Web Profiles
Don’t Believe Everything You Read; “It Must Be True; I Saw It On The Internet.”
Joe Farace  |  Apr 01, 2006

"The income tax has made liars out of more Americans than golf."
--Will Rogers

Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki) is a popular, online, free encyclopedia whose authors are anonymous. John Seigenthaler Sr. was Robert Kennedy's administrative assistant during the early 1960s.

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Voigtlnder’s Bessa R3A; A Rangefinder 35 With Electronic Shutter
Roger W. Hicks & Frances E. Schultz  |  Apr 01, 2006

Just when you thought the R2 was the pinnacle of Voigtländer Bessa design, along came the R2A and R3A. They differ from the R2 in several ways, most notably the adoption of an electronic shutter allowing Aperture Priority automation; this is combined with a new meter. Other significant differences are a revised (and easier-to-use) rewind crank; the addition of a back lock...

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The Dog Ate My Homework… But Somehow I Recovered It
Joe Farace  |  Apr 01, 2006

"A common mistake that people make when trying to design something completely foolproof is to underestimate the ingenuity of complete fools."
--Douglas Adams

Like a lot of photographers, I take some things for granted. When inserting a CompactFlash card into a camera and capturing lots of images, I assume that I'll be able to transfer...

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Studio Accessories; Resources For Backgrounds, Props, And More
Robert E. Mayer  |  Apr 01, 2006

Look around any photographer's studio and you'll see all manner of tools aside from camera, darkroom or computer imaging station, and the requisite coffeepot. Studios can occupy entire floors of a loft building or a small room in the back of a storefront, but regardless of size it's a place where creativity and tools mesh. While different types of tools are...

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Student Union
Student Union - Jessyel Ty Gonzalez
Jay McCabe  |  Apr 01, 2006

Jessyel Ty Gonzalez
University Of Colorado
Boulder, Colorado

 

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Jessyel came to still photography through his film studies at the University, and although he says photography will always be a part of what he does, filmmaking is still his ultimate goal.

The photographs here are from his photoblog at

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