Photomatix 4.0 has landed!

I’m installing my copy now. You should be too! :)

http://www.hdrsoft.com/download.html

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Lens Repair Data (or which lens might break your heart)

The guys at LensRentals.com get to work with a very large number of all types of lenses which puts them in a unique position to report on the life (and sometimes death) statistics of the lenses we carry. Definitely worth checking out their report before making your next big purchase:

Lens Repair Data Report 4.0

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Photographer First, Fireman Second

Photographer First, Fireman Second, originally uploaded by jon_beard.

Once you’ve missed a moment, you’ve missed it forever, so take the shot. There will be plenty of time to put out the fire.

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Why do lenses cost so much?

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The Posed Candid



Even when you’re just shooting candids, if an opportunity presents itself, suggest a pose. This groom and father-in-law to-be were already waiting in this room so I asked if they would mind sitting at opposite ends of the table for a shot.

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