Tag Archives: Flash

My Wedding Was Shot On Cameras You Wouldn’t Think Of Using Now.

I was married not far short of 15 years ago, but the cameras that were used were cameras that today, you wouldn’t think about picking up for professional work. In fact, even 15 years ago they were obsolete, but we had great images and sets of lovely canvas’ for our walls.  We got married atContinue reading “My Wedding Was Shot On Cameras You Wouldn’t Think Of Using Now.”

My Birthday Week On “Film”: Flashback (Part 1)

Today, February 25th, is my 56th birthday. I have spent the week extensively testing out a new disposable “film” camera. It has been a joy, and I cannot wait to get my full review up on this incredible new camera. I have run 5 rolls of film through the new camera, using Classic, Mono, BetaContinue reading “My Birthday Week On “Film”: Flashback (Part 1)”

Always On Light – A Little Experiment For Portraits

As you would have read in previous social media posts if you follow me on those (or in YouTube Shorts), I had a bit of new lighting equipment. It is the Neewer FL10 Photography Gobo Torch, and I’ve been experimenting with it. As much as I love my flash photography, sometimes it’s nice to doContinue reading “Always On Light – A Little Experiment For Portraits”

Understanding the Trade-Off: Why High-Speed Sync (HSS) Isn’t Always the Best Choice

High-Speed Sync (HSS) is a feature on many flashes and strobes that allows you to use shutter speeds faster than your camera’s native maximum flash sync speed (often around 1/200th or 1/250th of a second). It sounds brilliant and I have used it extensively, however while this sounds incredibly useful—especially for freezing action or shootingContinue reading “Understanding the Trade-Off: Why High-Speed Sync (HSS) Isn’t Always the Best Choice”

My typical photography gear for a full days wedding

I thought you would all be interested in what gear I use for a full days wedding. A full day can include everything from before wedding images with the bride and groom individually getting ready (occasionally), the lead to and including the ceremony, a photoshoot after the ceremony, candid shots in the downtime before theContinue reading “My typical photography gear for a full days wedding”