"If, as Herod, we fill our lives with things, and again with things; if we consider ourselves so unimportant that we must fill every moment of our lives with action, when will we have the time to make the long, slow journey across the desert as did the Magi? Or sit and watch the stars as did the shepherds? or brood over the coming of the child as did Mary? For each one of us, there is a desert to travel. A star to discover. And a being within ourselves to bring to life." ~ Unknown Author
1. More Model Workshop: As I turn my photographer's eye towards capturing people (Portrait): to learn how to produce "flawless" skin tone and work with artificial lights (flash, softbox, studio), I recently attended the Model Workshop organized by one of our top Master photographers from the camera club. Due to the Model Release Agreement and time constraints, I can not share the model pictures right now. Instead, the image on the left is ME taken by the organizer after our 5 hours Model Workshop.
2. Reflectors are a quick and easy way to open up shadows, change contrast, or direct the light. These collapsible reflectors are even more convenient for easy transport and storage. The gold reflector warms up the light with somewhat contrasty reflection. The white gives a neutral color temperature with a softer, less contrasty reflection.
3. Zoom - Telephoto Lens is ideal for a discerning future telephoto photographer.[click on the images to enlarge. click on play button to see Eartha Kitt's animated Santa Baby]
