I recently picked up the Canon 30D Digital Field Guide to learn more about my camera that I have had for almost a year now. This book was just what I needed, it quickly walks through the settings and features to get you up to speed. However once we have foundation locked down you are out in the field shooting photos and learning how to make them better. It also touched upon Composition, Lighting and other necessary photography topics that everyone should commit to second nature. If you are a 30D user like myself I highly recommend this book and if you like this site, get it here to help me out with server costs. 
Stock Vault is running a Photography contest where users of all levels get the chance to submit their best photo for a chance to win $1000.
You have until December 10th 2006 at midnight EST to submit a photo.
More information about the contest is available on the Stock Vault site. I know I will submit a photo, will you?
Want to see what others are submitting for a chance at $1000? Check out the contest submission gallery.
While on that site be sure to check out the tons of awesome photos you can use in your work and get an idea of what others are capturing in their viewfinder.
Before someone asks… this post is not an ad in any way. I was not asked to post this, but instead thought others could benefit from knowing about it.
Recently I stumbled upon this awesome designer’s portfolio, where he retouches a series of images to create stunning advertising. Not only is his work amazing but what really caught my eye on the site is the fact he walks the viewer through the process of creating the ads. He shows the scans, comps and revisions that led to the completed picture. Continue Reading »
The PhotoPlus Expo will be held in New York Ciity on November 2-4 2006.
The 2006 Photography & Design Conference is the most comprehensive learning event in the photographic and imaging industries. This year’s conference will offer over 100 in-depth photography and design seminars, including several hands-on workshops, taught by world-renowned experts. You’ll find information-packed, idea-generating sessions at the only conference in the country that’s 100% focused on photography, design & imaging.
If you are going to be in or around the area why not stop by and see what’s going on? I am about 90% sure I will be attending and just like Photoshop World you can find me in and around Colin Smith’s PhotoshopCafe booth.
Here is the pricing and registration info for the show.
Registration Fees
Expo Only
On or before 10/12/06…Free
After 10/12/06……$40
Gold Expo Pass
On or before 10/12/06…$59
After 10/12/06…….$79
Seminars
2 Hour Seminar $80
3 Hour Seminar $105
Hands On Seminar $150
Portfolio Reviews $150
It will be a fun time and if you think you can attend drop me a note.
