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Tog-Talk Episode 29With this week's guest David EmeryIn the first Tog-Talk podcast to be shot in video (Watch it on YouTube or Vimeo), Kevin Ahronson interviews David Emery, a photographer he has known for four years. David shares his journey i
What would you compare your photography journey to?    Has your growth and experience behind the camera been like a rocket or has it been more like a snail?  Are you completely committed to following your creative journey - or is it a bit spasm
Having taken up photography just a few years ago on retirement, Alec completely threw himself into it and has a fascinating tale of rapid progress.Abandoning his Sony camera for an extensive Nikon system, Alec has had a roller coaster experienc
For several years I've been exploring the subject of the journey we all embark on as photographers.   It really is just like a journey with a beginning and a middle, but it has no end (it goes on forever).  It has all the qualities of a great a
Five of my top tips for photographing peopleI've been photographing people for a long time.  I started doing it almost as soon as I bought my first 35mm film camera.  In my home town of Brighton (on the south coast of England) I cut my teeth on
Episode 10 of the 10-part series looking at Photography Basics.In this final episode I take a look at the editing options for your photography.  Editing is an interesting subject and people often have strong views on its pros & cons.For most of
At some point in your photography, your enthusiasm will sadly decline.  It's inevitable.   It happens to most photographers, so don't feel guilty.  It has happened to me a number of times over the years, and through those experiences, I believe
Episode 8 of the 10-part Photography Basics series and we are asking the question that I am asked all the time..."Which Lens Should You Buy Next?"Having got the kit lens that came with your new camera, you're now looking to take your photograph
Why do some photos come out dark?This is such a common question among new photographers.  Surely with today's super-clever (and super-expensive) digital cameras, you'd expect the technology to guarantee that every shot is perfectly exposed, eve
Some of us love to photograph beautiful landscapes, others like to shoot people... maybe in the studio or maybe capture them candidly on the street.  Helen Davies does most of her photography on the kitchen table and produces stunning images.Th
Continuing the 10 part series looking at photography basics... today we focus on focus.More important than Exposure?Nailing a sharp focus is arguably more important than getting the exposure right.  Take a photo either over or under-exposed, an
Believe it or not, there are more ways to take a photo than by simply leaving the camera switched to AUTO.AUTO mode is great for beginners and those who just want to shoot snaps, but if you want to take control of your camera and unleash your c
So now we're looking at the third piece of the puzzle, of what is traditionally referred to as the Exposure Triangle. When you combine the three elements of the Exposure Triangle, they interact with each other in what's often referred to as the
The ApertureContinuing our ten-part mini series for new photographers (Photography Basics), this week we are looking at the Aperture.Whilst most people are familiar with the role of the aperture in terms of controlling the amount of light that
The Shutter Last episode we looked at the aperture, now it's the turn of the shutter.From our perspective today, we're going to look at two different types of shutter.  One is mechanical and the other is electronic.   Older DSLR cameras will be
Of all the questions I regularly get asked, the one about cameras is usually the most common.“What camera should I buy”“What camera would you recommend for someone new to photography”“Which camera is best?”Understandably, most new photographers
Joined again by Tracey Clarkson, we look at a forthcoming 10-week series for brand new photographers.  These are planned to be shorter than normal Tog-Talks (around 10-15 mins) and are a basic introduction to photography, without getting too co
Having shot weddings for the last 12 years, I've kinda lost that sense of terror when I'm asked to shoot another one.  But I remember my first wedding: a combined sense of wonder and an uncontrollable rush of adrenaline.  Excitement and panic,
Inner Circle; the title alone suggests an exclusive group.  An elite, crack-troupe of hand-picked photographers who disciple under my mentorship.   The reality is far more down to earth.  They are in fact a small group of amateur photographers
Not entirely true… when I became a photographer, many of the things covered in this discussion weren’t even invented.  But for today’s photographers, I know for certain these are really helpful tips because I am constantly finding myself talkin
Episode 9: Photography, it’s not all about the gear… is it?I confess, I am a bit of a gear-head.  Over the years I have collected lots of cameras, lenses, filters, accessories and loads and loads of lighting gear.  Prior to the COVID pandemic I
Having Matthew Williams on this episode of Tog Talk was a double whammy for me.  Not only is he a keen wildlife photographer, but he's also the brains behind the Hampshire School of Photography (HSP) website.  Matt talks to me about some of the
Andy Teo ( otherwise known to many as Photocillin), is a highly talented photographer specialising in fashion style photography and, more recently, has had a great deal of success working with musicians, shooting concerts, backstage and album c
In this week's Tog Talk I address the subject of how to take tack-sharp photos.One of the most common complaints I hear from new camera owners is that their photos just aren't sharp enough.  You'd think that when someone spends hundreds of poun
Tog Talk this week meets with Trish, a young lady from India who I've been mentoring for the last six months.  She has a great sense of humour and she absolutely loved watching my reaction when she brought in two really great questions.Which ty
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