21November2008
Posted by Scott under: Articles; Opinion.
Photo by Scott Bourne
I am frankly shocked to learn that most photographers don’t really have a clue when it comes to their rights under Copyright law.
I am NOT shocked to learn that most of the online community is equally ill-informed.
To help set the record straight, I am publishing the information that I personally rely on when making decisions about Copyright. I am not giving legal advice. I am sharing the information that I have received from my attorneys. You should contact a licensed attorney if you have any questions. To that end, I’ll close comments on this post.
The goal of this post is to clear up misconceptions about Copyright law. This is NOT a request for a debate on Copyright. Copyright offers serious legal protection to photographers, and it does so regardless of whether or not people agree with the concept. Read the rest of this entry »
20November2008
Posted by Scott under: Reviews.
Photo by Scott Bourne
I am primarily a wildlife photographer. My tools need to help me photograph action. Whether it be wildlife or sports, no camera has ever been able to deliver such consistent results for me. After several months of constant use, I have a better understanding of the value of this camera.
The key features include…
1) Tremendous autofocus
2) 9 FPS
3) Auto ISO
4) Unmatched high ISO performance Read the rest of this entry »
19November2008
Posted by Scott under: Tips.
Photo by Scott Bourne
If you use a tripod, get in the habit of tightening and checking all the tripod and head knobs in exactly the same order every time you set up and break down your tripod. Practice setting it up and mounting a camera to it during times when you haven’t been shooting for a while. Above all, if you own a tripod, carry it everywhere you go with your camera. No matter how stable, how solid, or how perfect your tripod, it can’t help you if you don’t bring it along.
18November2008
Posted by Scott under: News.
Think Tank released completely revised and upgraded second versions of all four Airport backpacks. By “airport” they mean backpacks designed to help photographers get their gear safely from Point A to Point B while transiting through airports
Specifically, the new Airport Addicted, Airport Acceleration, and Airport Antidote all feature a metal security cable photographers can use to lock the backpack to an immovable object or to secure their laptop case to the backpack. And, they have been designed to hold the optimum amount of gear while allowing them to be used as airline carry-ons.
Their strategic goal is to allow photographers to keep their gear near them at all times and to secure their gear when they can’t.
I use the original version of the Airport Addicted, Think Tank’s largest bag in this class, and I have to admit, it’s served me well. The new version sounds even better.
18November2008
Posted by Scott under: News.
Photo by Scott Bourne
I just wanted to let everyone know that Arthur Morris, who is a world-famous avian photographer, and more importantly, my friend and one of my mentors, has two rare open seats for his Bosque del Apache Instructional Photo Tour. His trips usually sell out well in advance, so this is a real treat to have a chance to go at this late date.
Bosque IPT #2: NOV 29-DEC 2, 2008. Slide program on the evening of NOV 28. 4-DAY: $1799 Limit: 10/Openings: 2. Co-leader: Scott Bourne. Call for late registration discount - 863-692-0906. (I think you can talk Artie into $200 off for his late registration discount and an extra $100 off if you mention TWIP.)
My private workshops at Bosque are all sold out, but I will be co-leading this trip with Artie. I can tell you that if you do want to build a portfolio in four days, Bosque is the place to do it, and Artie is the guy who can show you how. I can help a little bit too 
I’m sharing this information because I know how much impact shooting with Artie can have on your photography, if you’re willing to listen to him that is!
17November2008
Posted by Scott under: Audio Podcast.
Episode 56 is in the feed or you can download the MP3 at Pixelcorps.TV.
Hosts: Alex Lindsay & Scott Bourne
Contributors: Steve Simon, Ron Brinkmann
Locations: San Francisco, Gig Harbor, New York, and Seattle
Intro Music by Scott Cannizzaro
Producer: Aaron Mahler - Twitter: halfpress
Show Notes Author: Tom Newman- Twitter: fogview
Bandwidth for This Week in Photography is provided by Cachefly.
TWIP is sponsored by Drobo
HOUSEKEEPING
New 3 month contest begins now. Prize is a one year training subscription to Lynda.com (extended version). a $375 value and three of Scott’s “88 Secrets” books. All you have to do is be 18 years of age or older and link back to TWIPPHOTO.com from your blog or web site.
The Aperture Nature Photography Contest is offering $3,500 worth of prizes to each photographer who wins a trip to one of four U.S. National Parks. More information at F64.com Read the rest of this entry »
17November2008
Posted by Scott under: Articles.
Photo by Scott Bourne
If you want to make a living as a photographer, you have to promote yourself. Unless you can hire someone else to do it, you won’t make a living any other way.
While the Internet has certainly been a boon to photographers looking to get their work noticed, believe it or not, there are those of us old enough to have made a living in photography without the Internet.
This image is the front of a self-promo card I still use from time-to-time. I’ve NEVER gotten as much business from the Internet as I have from sending this card (and cards like it) to the right photo editors and buyers.
Maybe YOU should consider sending out a post card or two?
This post sponsored by Lensbaby.
