TWiP Interns Wanted
TWiP is growing! And we’re looking to bring on a few talented interns to help us create the show. No relocation necessary… just a passion for photography!
Frederick Van
April 21, 2014
Patents, Pixels and Trolls
The original intent of the patent process was to prevent damage, but not stifle innovation. Unfortunately, the tech industry is currently being throttled by stifling patents and frequently the trolls that pursue them.
Bruce
September 20, 2012
All About Microstock (VIDEO)
Eliza and Dave Snow have built a dynamic microstock business selling their photos and videos online. The microstock model has allowed them to live their dream lifestyle of working when and how they want to and following their creative passion.
Frederick Van
July 17, 2012
Simplicity. The Key to Making Great Portraits
The trick to making great portraits is simplicity, and that’s as true for technique as it is for composition and gesture. I can never understand why so many folks are unable to just see the light and move the subject into that light.
Frederick Van
April 18, 2012
Better BiFs – Making Great Bird-in-Flight Images
If you’ve ever tried photographing birds, you know that they can be one of the more difficult subjects to capture. TWiP contributor Ronald Boyd shares some tips and advice for getting better photographs of birds in flight.
Frederick Van
October 11, 2011
Where Are We Going With This?
TWiP Contributor and photographer Rick Alacron recently gave up his full-time job to focus on his photography and to try and find work in the field of photojournalism. Rick shares his thoughts on photojournalism as a career in the face of increasing competition and decreasing demand and ponders where he is going with it.
Frederick Van
October 10, 2011
Shoot Away the Summer
Summer is here and that means great weather, vacations, and cool drinks on the beach. It’s also a great time to head outdoors and getting shooting. TWiP contributor Huba Rostonics shares his tips for getting the most out of your vacation photos this summer.
Frederick Van
September 2, 2011
TWiP Live – What’s in Alex & Frederick’s Bags?
Every Thursday, join the Pixel Corps Live for live streaming video covering a variety of topics. On the July 28th episode, Frederick joined Alex in his back yard to geek out over cameras and show each other what was in their camera bags.
Bruce
August 18, 2011
Smugmug Hearts Animoto
Have you been looking for a quick and easy way to create an Animoto video using the images you have in your SmugMug library? TWiP contributor Patrick Reed shares his workflow to quickly create an Animoto slideshow using images he has already uploaded to SmugMug.
Frederick Van
August 11, 2011
Bullet of Faith
TWiP contributor Jim Austin shares his thoughts on the creative process and how a particular image he created called “Bullet of Faith” evolved over time.
Frederick Van
August 3, 2011
Is Google+ for Photographers? A Hangout Interview with Trey Ratcliff
Trey and I chat about the future of Google+, and it’s impact on photographers – in front of a “live” Google+ Hangout studio audience.
Frederick Van
July 13, 2011
Say Cheese – Creating an Authentic Smile
Nobody likes a fake smile in a photograph. TWiP contributor Alex Singh shares his advice and tips for creating an authentic smile in your subjects.
Frederick Van
June 30, 2011
How to Teach Yourself Photography
TWiP Contributor Adam Koplan shares his strategy for new photographers who want to teach themselves how to become a photographer. With so many online resources available to new photographers, it can be overwhelming trying to figure out where to start.
Frederick Van
June 28, 2011
Replacing a DSLR with an iPhone 4
This article is about a hobbyist photographer (me) who decided to upgrade from a Nikon D90 to a
D7000. In order for me to make the upgrade, I had to make some difficult decisions and sold my D90. I began using my iPhone more regularly, and realized that I did have an “everyday” camera – my iPhone 4.
Frederick Van
June 24, 2011
Five Fastest Ways to Fail at Wedding Photography
Thinking of using your photography skills to get into the world of wedding photography? Before you do, TWiP Contributor Shannon Rosan shares five of the fastest ways to fail at wedding photography.
Frederick Van
June 23, 2011
Photography as a Team Sport
TWiP Contributor Guillermo Ubilla shares his thoughts on photography as a group activity as opposed to the traditional thinking of photography as a solo endeavor. Is photography a team sport for you or do you consider it a solo endeavor? Sound off in the comments of this post!
Frederick Van
June 17, 2011
Quick Tip: Creating Google Velcro
For a page or website to rank highly in Google, you must create the page with a specific search term (or terms) in mind. In other words, don’t build a random page and hope it ranks. Build it from the ground up with making sure it gets found in mind.
Bruce
January 17, 2011
Point-and-Shoot Breakup
Great video from the folks over at the New York Times. What a great and poignant way to explain the the ending of the smartphone, point-and-shoot love
Frederick Van
December 5, 2010
Canon/Nikon Mug Winners!
Back in TWiP episode #166, I announced a contest to give away both Nikon and Canon lens mugs. Well, we’ve finally gotten our $%^@ together, and have selected the contest winners.
Frederick Van
November 17, 2010
Casio releases EX-H20G Hybrid-GPS and EX-Z16
Casio release 2 new consumer cameras for Photokina. “Casio introduces the Exilim EX-H20G, a camera for traveling that employs a Hybrid-GPS system to track your
Frederick Van
September 21, 2010