Author: Frederick Van Johnson

  • Confessions of a Blue Hour Roof-Topper in Dubai

    In this interview I had the opportunity to dive into an in-depth discussion with roof-top photographer Daniel Cheong. Using techniques he has refined over the years, Daniel has created a body of work containing some of the most stunning images ever taken of Dubai.

  • Save Your Images

    Save your images with these three easy steps! On this week’s show, we share our experience with creating a reliable system of backups to save your images from disaster.  Take your first step with this dive into the software, hardware, and logic behind a good backup system. Step 1: One master file The first step to…

  • Conceiving a Lensbaby

    In this interview I speak with Lensbaby co-founder Craig Strong. Craig shares some interesting insights into how and why Lensbaby was conceived — and some thoughts on where the company’s focus is today, versus launch. He also shares his thoughts on where Lensbaby might be headed in the future.

  • Classical Composition Advice

    In this episode, we discuss how to shoot in less-than-ideal lighting situations, how to create a story within the image and how much time and attention to detail is spent in post-production.

  • Building a Better Book

    Dive into portfolio photography with Indianapolis-based photographer Steve Brokaw. More than just a pretty picture, Steve shoots the images that get models work!

  • A Peek Inside PhotoRAW

    Bring a new angle to your photo editing with On1’s new PhotoRAW digital asset management and editing software. Dan Harlacher give us the tips, tricks, and a guided tour!

  • Introducing TWiP GLAM!

    Introducing the new TWiP GLAM! With new guests interviewed each show, TWiP Glam! will give you a glimpse into the creative world of model photography from diverse perspectives.

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  • Pocketshooters Season Finale

    What a journey this has been. Creating these 12 episodes of Pocketshooters has been fun and educational. In this final episode, we wrap it all up and set the stage for season 2!

  • TWiP 500: Evolution

    On our 500th episode, Frederick shares some important information about the future of TWiP. Plus a special interview with Julianne Skai Arbor aka TreeGirl. TreeGirl has just self-published a coffee table photography book filled with nude self-portraiture of herself posing with some of the most amazing and majestic trees around the world.