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Learning to see and interpret light is one of the biggest challenges most photographers face. Is it possible that a simple photo app on your phone could help speed up that process. Let’s take a look at the ‘Contrast by Hornbeck’ app and see what is possible. … Continue Reading >Contrast by Hornbeck – Learning to read light

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Book Love | How to Read a Photograph by Ian Jeffrey

May 23, 2018May 22, 2018

Let’s show some love to photo books, starting with How to Read a Photograph: Lessons from Master Photographers by Ian Jeffrey. It’s one of my favorite photography books on my bookshelf and it really is a MUST HAVE for any photographer’s collection! … Continue Reading >Book Love | How to Read a Photograph by Ian Jeffrey

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Gerber Freeman Guide Folder – The Review

May 16, 2018May 15, 2018

The Gerber Freeman Guide Folder knife. Those active in the outdoors know how important having a good knife can be. From simple tasks to potentially life saving situations a good knife is essential. Can this offering from Gerber live up to the expectations? … Continue Reading >Gerber Freeman Guide Folder – The Review

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Fujifilm XF56mm f/1.2 R – Don’t Fear the Bokeh Monster

March 21, 2018March 22, 2018

That’s right, I’m back with another look at one of my most used lenses! This time it’s my second most used lens in my kit, the Fujifilm XF56mm f/1.2 R. Unlike werewolves, vampires, and glitter, I have no fear of Fuji’s Bokeh Monster! … Continue Reading >Fujifilm XF56mm f/1.2 R – Don’t Fear the Bokeh Monster

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Wild Man Beard Cream : Essential beard gear

March 7, 2018March 7, 2018

As an avid outdoorsman I’ve become accustomed to having a beard of some sort at all times. Because of that a good beard cream has become an essential part of my daily routine. Today, I want to share with you my favorite, Wild Man Beard Cream. … Continue Reading >Wild Man Beard Cream : Essential beard gear

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A True Workhorse – The Fujifilm XF35mm f/1.4 R Lens

February 7, 2018May 14, 2019

It’s been a very long time in the making, but it was time for me to share my thoughts about my most used lens, the amazing Fuji XF35mm f/1.4 R. … Continue Reading >A True Workhorse – The Fujifilm XF35mm f/1.4 R Lens

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Origin Artwork : Custom Wood Art

January 24, 2018February 16, 2018

My review of the custom wood art from Origin Artwork. It’s something a little different for my site here, but this is some artwork I have a feeling you’ll love! … Continue Reading >Origin Artwork : Custom Wood Art

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Reviewing the Rebecca Lily Premium Color Grading System

September 8, 2017August 14, 2019

Join me as I share my thoughts about the Rebecca Lily Pro Set IV Premium Color Grading System, complete with many sample photos! … Continue Reading >Reviewing the Rebecca Lily Premium Color Grading System

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Mastin Labs – Portra Pushed :: Not just for portraits anymore::

June 8, 2017September 5, 2019

Portra Pushed. First why not a little history for you because this isn’t going to be a traditional review as much as it will be just a journal entry, mind dump of my thoughts about Mastin Labs Portra Pushed Pack. But to get there I feel like I should explain. … Continue Reading >Mastin Labs – Portra Pushed :: Not just for portraits anymore::