Archive for the ‘process’ Category

I recently went to the local county fair where I shot a number of photos of the fireworks display. They had an impressive show and I’d like to share some of it and how to take great fireworks photos yourself. Unfortunately, photos never can really give a real indication of not only the scope, but the feeling of a fireworks display.
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Tags: aperture, bulb function, fair, fireworks, ISO, lens choice, long exposure, Minnesota, shutter, tripod, Warren
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This week I have on display a couple super panoramic photographs that I recently finished. These are both available as fine art prints. (available with the 11% off discount until the end of July 2010)
The Photos:
River Pan
This shot is a combined 10 photos and at full print size is over 5.5 feet wide.
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Cloud Panorama
This shot is a combined 16 photos and at full print size is over 13.5 feet wide.
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The Method
The way I take these is through multiple exposures as I swing my camera (on a tripod) to the side. I don’t just sweep Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: camera, free transform, Move tool, panorama, Photoshop, stitching tool, tripod
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Not long ago I completed a logo and identity system for a local Thief River Falls, MN business called techWALK. techWALK is run by Paul Mooney, who contacted me for the design work. Click here if you would like to hire me for graphic design work. I quickly sent him my logo design questionnaire so that I could get a better idea of what he required and what his business entails. techWALK is a computer repair and consultancy with no previous branding. His request was that the logo show traits of Patience, intelligence, friendly, understanding, and loyal.
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Tags: business card, computer, consultancy, identity system, letterhead, logo, repair, technology
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I don’t generally consider myself a newborn photographer, but as my son was recently born, I thought I would take the opportunity. I don’t want this to just be a post showing off my new child, however, so I am going to explain a little about the process I went through and the messes I got into.

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Tags: DIY, lighting, newborn, setup
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Here is a photo idea I had that didn’t quite pull through. I’d like to know what you, my dear readers, think (add your comments at the bottom). I’ll write my thoughts below.

The Idea
My original idea was to combine at least two or more of my skills together into one shot, to show a little more of what or who I am. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: aperture, Caravaggio, chiaroscuro, composite, contrast, DIY, highlights, Illustrator, ISO, lighting, Photoshop, post processing, retouching, self portrait, sharpness, shutter speed
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