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Video: UV light brings out the ethereal colors of everyday objects

08 Feb

The Weird Lens Museum seems not only to be interested in odd lenses, but also unusual light sources for still life set-ups. Curator Mathieu Stern has published a video showing experimental work with off-visible-spectrum specialist Pierre Luis Ferrer in which they use a handheld UV light to illuminate fruit and everyday objects, making for strange, ethereal patterns and colors.

The inside of a kiwi seen with ultraviolet light.

With the lights off in the studio only the UV light is used on the subjects, which causes some materials to glow in a spectacular way. Different substances react to UV light and can glow in a range of colors, as seen in the kiwi example above.

UV lights don’t cost more than $ 10-20 for handheld varieties, so head to your nearest hardware store (or favorite online store) and pick one up to see what interesting results you end up with. Remember to pick up a pair of protective UV glasses though to keep your eyes safe; UV flashlights are a relatively weak source of UV light, but it’s better to play it safe, especially when it comes to your eyes.

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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This music video is a lesson in why you pay the people who create your content

06 Feb

Editorial note: The music video contains strong language that may be NSFW.

Video company Ridge Production recently released a video it shot for American rapper Sheck Wes, who is accused of failing to pay the company for its work. The video’s publication resulted in a cease and desist letter from Universal Music; though Ridge Productions owns the footage, it doesn’t own the music. That has resulted in a second video release, this one with spoofed audio over the video.

In an interview with Highsnobiety, the company claimed it was informed Wes didn’t like the music video they had shot. Soon after, both Sheck and Universal Music reportedly stopped responding to Ridge Production’s messages. After weeks allegedly without payment, the company decided to publish the video regardless.

According to the interview, the original video resulted in a cease and desist letter from the label, prompting Ridge Production to take the video down. However, company owner Pat Ridge decided to replace it with an edited version that features amusing sounds and lyrics applied to the same video.

When asked what he hoped the outcome of publishing the video would be, Ridge said:

Last night I got some real traction by being authentic, doing what I believe, not succumbing to the fear of Universal [and] these corporations. There was a lot of fear in what I did, it was kind of scary […] I have a lot of artists on my team, and we’re having fun, but we should be getting paid for our work.

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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Godox XPro TTL Flash Trigger Review with Phil Steele [video]

03 Feb

The post Godox XPro TTL Flash Trigger Review with Phil Steele appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Caz Nowaczyk.

In this video, photography educator Phil Steele reviews the Godox XPro TTL Flash Trigger. While reviewing the Godox unit, he also makes a comparison to other flash triggers he uses; the Yongnuo YN622 and the Phottix Odin. The unit is available for Canon, Nikon, Sony, Olympus, Fuji, and Pentax.

So, if you are looking to do more flash photography, you should watch this handy review. You may be surprised at the features this unit packs, especially the cross-brand compatibility. Find out more in the video.

 

You may also find the following articles helpful:

How to Trigger an Off-Camera Flash with the Pop-up Flash

8 On-Camera Flash Tips: How To Get Better Lighting From Your On-Camera Flash

Bounce Flash Secrets – Bouncing Your Way to Better Photography

DIY Lighting Hacks for Digital Photographers

How to Understand the Difference Between TTL Versus Manual Flash Modes

How to Make Beautiful Portraits Using Flash and High-Speed Sync

 

If you want to learn more from Phil, check out some of his video courses covering topics like event photography, Lightroom, headshots and more on steeletraining.com.

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Video: A humorous short showing the struggle of waiting for pre-ordered camera gear

03 Feb

Regardless of whether or not you suffer from Gear Acquisition Syndrome, more commonly referred to as GAS, you know what it feels like to have to wait for camera get to your doorstep. This holds even more true for pre-ordered camera gear and SkyVista Productions has created a cheeky video making fun of the struggle of waiting for new gear.

The three minute film, titled Letter, pt.II pokes fun at the Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K, a camera first announced back in April 2018 and is still being released on a limited schedule. It was shot in just two and a half hours according to SkyVista with ‘the impetus behind this short [being] to test the audio capabilities of the BMPCC4K in a real-world movie shoot setting,’ ironically enough.

Sit back, press play and enjoy a few laughs.

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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DPReview TV: Olympus E-M1X video features review

02 Feb

Chris and Jordan recently reviewed the Olympus E-M1X as a camera for still photography. Now they’re back with a whole episode about its video features. Watch to find out where this camera really excels – as well as a couple places where there’s room to grow.

Get new episodes of DPReview TV every week by subscribing to our YouTube channel!

  • Introduction
  • Cinema 4K capture
  • 1080p quality
  • Time-lapse
  • Flat and OM-Log profiles
  • Menus
  • Video autofocus
  • Image stabilization
  • Body design
  • Microphone and pre-amp
  • Wrap-up

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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DPReview TV: Olympus E-MX1 video features review

02 Feb

Chris and Jordan recently reviewed the Olympus E-M1X as a camera for still photography. Now they’re back with a whole episode about its video features. Watch to find out where this camera really excels – as well as a couple places where there’s room to grow.

Get new episodes of DPReview TV every week by subscribing to our YouTube channel!

  • Introduction
  • Cinema 4K capture
  • 1080p quality
  • Time-lapse
  • Flat and OM-Log profiles
  • Menus
  • Video autofocus
  • Image stabilization
  • Body design
  • Microphone and pre-amp
  • Wrap-up

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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Challenge Yourself by Photographing One Object [video]

01 Feb

The post Challenge Yourself by Photographing One Object appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Caz Nowaczyk.

In this great video from COOPH, they ask you to challenge yourself by photographing one object!

Will you do the challenge? If so, show us your results in the comments below!

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Look for a versatile object that allows you to photograph it in different ways.

Take your object and try the following techniques:

Techniques

1. Get texture

Go close-up or use a macro lens to create different effects

2. Play with Colors

Add color using crayons, pencils or textas. Elevate your object to create bokeh with the colored background.
Experiment with color gels. Make contrast with color.

 

3. Experiment with Black and White

Use dramatic lighting.

4. Shoot Silhouettes

Cut some wire and attach to your object. Shoot in front of a bright light source. Bounce your side light with a mirror to create a glowing silhouette.

5. Cut and Peel it

Cut it into shapes. Use a whiteboard to reflect and a translucent surface to place your object on. Place your object on the translucent board, and backlight it.

6. Shape it

Make some creative cuts. Find interesting patterns that match and place your object onto it.

 

You may also find the following helpful:

How to Use Colored Gels for Creative Off-Camera Flash Photography

Tips for Fast and Effective Studio Product Photography

Reflections on Product Photography

How to Make Funky Colorful Images of Ordinary Plastic Objects Using a Polarizing Filter

Add Interest to your Background with Colored Gels

How to Backlight Translucent Objects for Dramatic Effect

10 Amazing Photography Tricks You Can Do at Home with Everyday Objects

How to Use Backlight to Create Incredible Images

 

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Video: The making of Dorothea Lange’s iconic ‘Migrant Mother’ photograph

01 Feb

It’s one of the most iconic photographs in American history and it was captured by one of the most influential photographers of the 20th century. The world knows the photograph as ‘Migrant Mother,’ and it’s seen throughout photography textbooks the world over, but how exactly did the image come to be and what led Dorothea Lange to capture the portrait of Florence Owens Thompson and her children?

YouTuber Nerdwriter1, who’s known for his thorough deep dives into various people and subjects, has created a video essay that takes a look into the history behind ‘Migrant Mother’ and the events that led up to Lange capturing the photograph. Throughout the nearly seven minute video, Nerdwriter1 explains what exactly Lange was doing when she captured the photograph and shows a number of images captured in the ten minutes leading up to the iconic frame to paint a picture of how the image was shaped frame by frame to get the powerful portrait known today.

Yes, the video is presented in portrait orientation, but Nerdwriter1 is known for experimenting with delivery and he particular chose this aspect as he explains in the highlighted comment on the video’s page.

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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Video: A look at the gear and tech used for crash test photography

01 Feb

The nonprofit U.S. organization Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) published a video that gives viewers a brief look behind-the-scenes at its vehicle crash test photography. During the five minute video, which was published in 2015, IIHS VP of Media Operations and Production Pini Kalnite walks viewers through how the organization produces its high-quality crash footage and images, including everything from its custom-built lighting array to its high-speed cameras.

Kalnite explains the IIHS’ Vehicle Research Center (VRC) is ‘more than a scientific laboratory,’ also doubling as ‘a specialized production facility where we produce footage and pictures’ for engineers. The nonprofit created its VRC with the intention of producing high-quality content.

The VRC is similar to a Hollywood sound stage, according to Kalnite, who explains that the facility includes a grid ceiling capable of holding a custom-built light system that outputs 750k watts of diffused light. The organization uses high-speed digital cameras with cinema-quality lenses to capture ultra-slow-motion videos and still images.

In addition to the high-speed video cameras, IIHS also uses high-resolution cameras to capture images of the crashed vehicles, as well as digital cameras that record footage at regular speeds. Though Kalnite doesn’t detail any of the models used in the production, the video briefly reveals a Hasselblad camera as the source of the VRC’s crash action shot and post-crash photos.

‘The images we produce are more than just tools to help engineers understand what happens in a crash test,’ Kalnite explained. ‘They’re also a vital part of our communications effort.’ The organization’s content has appeared in major movies, news broadcasts, and advertisements.

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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Apple mounts 32 iPhones XR on bullet-time rig to shoot experimental video

30 Jan

Apple posted an experimental video on its Youtube channel today that was edited using footage from 32 iPhone XR devices mounted on a circular bullet-time rig.

In the video you can see all sorts of different materials and objects, such as dry ice bubbles, slime or burning metal balls, filmed from varying angles, using creative lighting techniques and a range of the camera’s special modes, for example the 240 fps slow-motion mode.

A making-of video gives you a behind-the scenes look, showing how the rig is being assembled and how a team of technicians is working to achieve the desired special effects.

We’d assume most of the editing for the video done was done on a desktop or laptop computer rather than a mobile device, but still, the results are stunning and show in an impressive way what smartphone cameras are capable of these days.

This isn’t the first video of this kind. Apple shared a similar video last year and back in 2014 photographer Paul Trillo and Microsoft mounted 50 Nokia Lumia 1020 on a rig to achieve a bullet-time effect.

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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