Hi Friends, I had the distinct privilege of attending my first cosplay / comic convention this past weekend. “Phatcon 2014,” hosted by Phat Collectibles of Anaheim, CA drew quite a crowd of cosplayers and non-costumed comic fans. The venue was a little tight, so I didn’t stay for too long, but did manage to grab a few Read more about A Phew Photos from Phatcon 2014[…]
Keep on Learning As a photographer and photography/Photoshop instructor, I know from experience that while there’s no substitute for spending quality time with your gear, actually shooting and becoming familiar with it to the point where it is simply an extension of your creative vision. That said, one of the best ways to hone your Read more about The Photographer’s Bookshelf – What I’m Reading[…]
Hi Friends, I’m a big fan of high-speed sync using my Nikon Speedlights. This is one of the best cold shoe brackets I’ve found for mounting multiple hotshot flash units as is often necessary with high-speed sync. Even accommodates 3 PocketWizard Flex TT5s… It’s available through Adorama at: Flashpoint 3 Shoe Mount Bracket Great Read more about My Favorite Multi Flash Bracket…Great Stocking Stuffer Idea[…]
Hi Friends, I had the privilege of leading a Scott Kelby Worldwide Photowalk again this year. This was my third such event: having previously led walks in Old Towne Orange and Mission San Juan Capistrano. This year, we walked the historic district of Crystal Cove State Park in Newport Beach (CA). From the Crystal Cove Read more about Crystal Cove Historic Cottages – Images from the 2011 Kelby Worldwide Photowalk[…]
Hi Friends, Had an opportunity (courtesy of my good friend, Royce, and his friend, Jack) to photograph this year’s Wooden Boat Show at the American Legion Yacht Club in Newport Beach. It was an overcast, drizzly morning – PERFECT for photography! Lots of classic wooden powerboats, sailboats, a couple canoes, and even a combo Packard Read more about Photographs from the Newport Beach Wooden Boat Show[…]
Hi Friends, High school is a time to remember. And as the end of summer draws nigh, it’s time to be thinking about portraits for your high school senior. At Jon C. Haverstick Photography, we specialize in capturing the spirit of your teen – presenting them as they want to be seen to their peers. Read more about Time for Senior Portraits…[…]
Hi Friends, I was back in Indiana last weekend (where, if I recall, it never got above about 12 degrees F). Went back to shoot cheerleader portraits at my sister’s gym, but before we got started, we headed over to the Historic Baker Street Train Station where Sam and her fiance, David, are planning to Read more about Sam at Baker Street Train Station[…]
We don’t get much rain here in SoCal, but this Winter / Spring has been a little wetter than usual. (Thank you El Nino)! We actually had a bit of rain over the weekend when I could get out and enjoy it, so I grabbed my Nikon, my daughter, a shiny black raincoat, and an Read more about Raining…? Time to get out your camera![…]
My friend Booker (www.gourdsbybooker.com) is an avid car photographer. He has a cool “blackout” technique in which he selects the car and either lowers the luminosity of the background or drops out certain parts of the car, for example, leaving just the chrome. Hard to imagine, but really cool. Well, inspired by Booker’s technique, I Read more about On Reflection – More Classics[…]
After having seen it demo’d with a Nikon SB-800 speedlight at David Tejada’s “Small Strobes Big Results” seminar here in Orange County, I knew this 5-foot “DynaPhos” brand “narrow profile” octagonal softbox was a must have. Though frequently out of stock at Amvona.com, patience paid off and I finally received mine a few weeks ago. Read more about New Lighting Modifier: 5′ Narrow Profile Octabox![…]