Elsa Dorfman

Ran across an interesting Portrait photographer's web site recently.  Attached is a picture of her and her camera.  She uses a Polaroid 20 x 24 camera.  It produces a large image.  Her cost is over 50 dollars per shot.  That is interesting just from the equipment point of view.  BUT

What I find most interesting is she charges between $2800 and $4500 per portrait session.   She takes time to get to know the client and then sets them in a setting that best depicts them.  Takes two yes I said two shots and then the client gets to pick between the two shots.  The initial price does include a large print of her work.  WOW,  photography at it's best...her web site is worth the view. I would strongly suggest you check it out.  And realize that real portrait photography is much more than lights and camera, it should be a reflection of you.

Jack

Nikon d800? And Portraits.

Rumors have it there will be a D800 and D4 available late spring or mid Summer 2011.  The rumors go on that they will be 16-24mp nothing for sure on other details.  More details will follow.

I have been shooting some portraits, first time in several  years.   After measuring the set up time, the shooting and then the editing time, I am in shock of how little many photographers value their skills, their time or that are willing to put out an inferior product just to be "cheap".  I can go on for a bit, but when you have 10 -20 thousand dollars of equipment and you skills and talent going out, why would you work for less than minimum wage just to shoot.  If you shoot a wedding often takes 4-8 hours, Then you edit and prepare the photographs, for show another 6-15 hours.  If you are editing in less time you probably aren't doing a good job.  Simply put.  Stop it!!!! either value what you do or do something else!  A good photographer is not common,  it is way more than pointing a camera and clicking,  and it is worth being paid well.  And I would challenge you to value your self and your profession.....
Jack

Nikon D7000

Nikon announced the release (Oct 15, 2010 ) of the Nikon D7000.  (Not to be confused with the D700). 

The 7000 is a DX format camera 14 mp that is a step up for the D90.  I have read the preliminary blogs and dpreview.com has a good reveiw as does Ken Rockewell.  It looks like Nikon has another winner.  Keep in mind this is a semi pro camera, it will take great picts on Auto but then so will a good Nikon point and shoot for 1/4th the price.  This is for the photographer that is doing something with his or her work.  Either art photographer or entry level professional photographer.  I will follow up as I actually see the camera shortly after it is released. 

Nikon also announced a new flash the SB700.  After reading the review I think I will stay with my SB600.  Just not enough new and great stuff.  There is a discussion on being able to up date the firm ware,  I have never had a firm ware problem with a flash,  seems like a waste of time.  Simply I will not up date my camera or flash until it is worth while.  The D200 is getting close,  I am holding out for a 14 plus FX format camera Nikon is sure to release in 2011 or 2012. 

IN summary.  The D7000 is a  yes so far,
the SB600 is still my preferred flash.


Be cool!

Nikon Announces

Nikon has  place some new stuff on the Market.  A couple of point and shoot camera's and a Digital SLR the d3100  apparently an up grade for the d3000.  Since the d 3000 is one of the worst camera's Nikon has made, I hope the upgrades are significant.  I will be following this release and looking a the camera.  If you are considering one.  Be careful...   More to follow.
They are also releasing some new lens.  the 85 mm prime lens looks interesting again will follow with more.  Info.

Night and Day New Photos

Found a Corvette on the trail had to get a pict...

Have to look carefully looks like something was lost.

 These are some local fountains with long exposures...

 A relief on a grave stone...

 Simply good light.

Some new Picts

Green Diamonds

Rumors

I discussed the Sony Nex 3 and 5 earlier.  Rumor has it Nikon is coming out with some new models one will probably be the Nikon D8000 to replace the D90  there are also Rumors of a D4000 and a D3100.  Major photo shows happen this fall.   We will know soon.  I suspect we will hear more definitive info by the end of August.  Just rumors...Mp?  between 14 and 18 mp is the rumor I am hearing.  More to come