“I understand that using a grid on modifiers in a studio setting can reduce light spilling onto the background and surrounding surfaces. But what about in an outdoor setting if there are no walls near the subject? Does the grid make any difference?” Continue Reading
“Hi David, I have a lot of old 35mm negatives that I would like to digitize. I’ve bought different devices over the years and the process takes too long and the quality is just not worth the time it takes. What do you recommend would be the best way to go about it. Thanks so much!” Continue Reading
This week I’m going back to basics to discuss ISO. What is it and why would you change it when taking pictures? Continue Reading
This week’s topic is about lens aperture. What is it and why would you decide to change it when taking pictures? Continue Reading
“Is there a benefit to using slower shutter speeds? And is there a negative effect from using very high shutter speeds?” Continue Reading
“Is there a way to program a button on the Canon R5 or R6 that will scroll through the custom settings? Those typically have to be selected by turning the mode dial on top of the camera. When covering basketball, I always miss a shot or two when I reach up and turn the dial to switch between custom settings. Can you help?” Continue Reading
“Hi David. What’s the best way to set up a curved reflector like the Wescott Eyelighter? Why is it better than a standard pop-up reflector? And should you use one large softbox, or a separate light source like a strip box directly above to focus the light being reflected? Thank you.” Continue Reading
“What causes banding in concert photos? I usually experience it when there’s a lot of smoke and black light in the scene.” Continue Reading
“Do the diffusion layers in a softbox reduce the light output?” Continue Reading