There is a basic difference between ‘taking pictures’ and ‘being a photographer’. But Palle Hansen stylishly blends beauty, fashion and glamour into a modern exploration of sensuality and classic sex appeal. Though a world traveler, the UK based Palle Hansen is foremost a 360 degree fashion photographer, who has been continuously pushing the envelope (sometimes beyond the … [Read more...]
The Canon F-1
Until 1971, Canon was quite happy to enjoy popularity in the amateur section of the fast expanding photographic market. Nikon, with its F-1, had left all competition far behind and, given the reputation that F-1 had enjoyed during the Vietnam war, it was the camera that professionals wanted to be seen with. Canon made an entry in the professional sector in 1971 with the all … [Read more...]
Photo Tour Ladakh Festival
Smart Photography, in association with Milestone Enterprise invites you to experience the upcoming Ladakh Festival under the guidance of Uncle Ronnie and Vinayak Pavaskar, from 27th August to 5th September 2011. This will be a great opportunity to travel, learn, and shoot images while soaking up the vibrant culture of Ladakh.Reporting destination: Manali Tour Schedule: … [Read more...]
Forgetful Photographer
I am a wedding photographer. On a recent assignment I forgot to carry extra batteries for my flashgun and had to then shoot without flash. Obviously, the flash-less pictures look very different. I am in a fix. Name withheld on request. Write down 1000 times...”I shall not forget to carry extra batteries”.It is very difficult to prescribe a remedy as you have not sent us … [Read more...]
Garden Shot
SP reader Nitin Prakash T. J. has sent us this photo of what appears to be a part of the Botanical Garden in Bengaluru. Though the picture has been taken in overcast lighting conditions, the bright sky has fooled the light meter in the camera, resulting in an underexposed foreground. Such exposures are very easy to correct in post-processing. I once again urge all SP readers … [Read more...]
