A 'camera trap' is a movement sensor camera, commonly called 'Trophy Cam Night Vision Trail Camera' that are used to capture photographs of animals in the wild. The camera is usually used by strapping the device to a tree and leaving it overnight. The conservationist will then check the camera in the morning to see what images it has captured. I have been experimenting with … [Read more...]
Photo Profile: Cynthia Hovda
I specialize in contemporary children’s photography and fine art. I am an on-location photographer in the Washington DC metropolitan area. I am a member of Professional Photographers of America and a board member for the Greater Washington Professional Photographers Society. I took up photography in May 2010 and hung my shingle in October 2010. I started my business because … [Read more...]
Photo Profile: Christina Spade
Photography to me is something that can never be replaced. Walking through life I have never had that divine moment or direction on where to go with it. I have gone through the motions, and took jobs because I needed to. Returning to school at the age of 30, I quit soon after because I didn't have a goal, a purpose, which drove me to be ambitious. That is until … [Read more...]
Review: Tamrac Velocity 9x vs. Lowepro 250 Fastpack Camera Bag
Like many other photographers I’ve tried numerous brands and designs. I don’t have an enormous amount of gear, but with a 70-200mm, a 100mm macro and a 17-50mm, along with a speedlite, filters, cables, diffuser and batteries my on the road kit begins to add up, both in terms of weight and required accessibility. After all, if we can’t easily access our gear then we’re inclined … [Read more...]
14 Romantic Photos
February - a month dedicated to celebrating love & relationships, we asked our Flickr followers to post an image they interpreted to illustrate 'Romance'. These images could be anything from a romantic sunset to favorite moment from a wedding. If you want to comment on an individual photograph click on an image to be taken to it directly on Flickr. We all appreciate the … [Read more...]