http://fstopspot.com/ A Community and Forum for Photographers to Share Their Pictures, Participate in Weekly Photo Assignments and Contests and Learn About Starting a Photography Business en Sat, 25 May 2013 02:37:16 GMT vBulletin 60 http://fstopspot.com/images/styles/Modern/misc/rss.png http://fstopspot.com/ http://fstopspot.com/showthread.php/8897-Tips-from-a-model-show-some-easy-ways-to-improve-posing?goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 23:04:08 GMT Model Jen Brook made waves a few months back by posting an open letter to photographers from a model (http://jenbrookmodel.tumblr.com/post/45762723033/dear-photographer-kindest-regards-model-xxx) in which she discussed the things that made a shoot much better for her with a new photographer. The... Model Jen Brook made waves a few months back by posting an open letter to photographers from a model in which she discussed the things that made a shoot much better for her with a new photographer. The post went viral due to its excellent advice, and now Brook has made another post, this time from one model to another. Her new piece, "Dear Model..., kindest regards, Other Model. XXX" is a collection of little tips that she has picked up in her years of modeling, particularly about how to pose to emphasize certain features, and...

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Read the Full Story Here... ]]> News Related to Photography News Bot http://fstopspot.com/showthread.php/8896-Astronaut-Buzz-Aldrin-to-help-launch-luxury-Hasselblad-Lunar-camera-on-May-30th http://fstopspot.com/showthread.php/8895-Sigma-ships-new-prime-and-zoom-lenses-for-Nikon-Pentax-Sony?goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 23:04:08 GMT If you've been waiting for a new Sigma lens for your digital SLR, today might be your lucky day. From the company's Japanese headquarters, we have announcements on several fronts involving new lenses shipping imminently. First up is the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM prime lens, announced last September and given an official street price of US$900 a couple of months later. (List pricing for the Art-series optic is US$1,400.) It's been available for a while now in Canon, Nikon, and Sigma-mount variants, and now it can be had for both Pentax and Sony mounts,...

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B&H and Adorama are offering discounts an select Sandisk SD/MicroSD memory cards with free shipping.

Item	B&H Sale Price	Adorama Sale Price
SanDisk 16GB Extreme Class 10 SDHC Memory Card	$21.95	$19.95
SanDisk 32GB Extreme Class 10 SDHC Memory Card	$34.49	$34.79
SanDisk 64GB Extreme Class 10 SDHC Memory Card	$63.95	$64.95
SanDisk 16GB Ultra Class 10 SDHC Memory Card		$14.95
SanDisk 32GB Ultra Class 10 SDHC Memory Card	$24.95	$24.95
SanDisk 64GB Ultra Class 10 SDHC Memory Card	$49.95	$49.95
SanDisk 16GB Ultra Class 10 microSDHC Memory Card	$15.95	$14.95
SanDisk 32GB Ultra Class 10 microSDHC Memory Card	$26.95	$24.95
SanDisk 64GB Ultra Class 10 microSDHC Memory Card	$49.95	$49.95

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eBay (via BigValueInc) has the Canon Speedlite 90EX Flash for Canon EOS M Mirrorless Camera available for $109.00 with free shipping. Compare at $139.99.

Caveat Emptor: BigValueInc's positive feedback rating is at 98.3%. However, eBay seems to trust them enough to continue listing their auctions as "Daily Deals."

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CanvasPeople has their canvas prints on sale at 60% off with free shipping.

Sale Prices:

Size	Standard Gallery Wrap Sale Price	Thick Gallery Wrap Sale Price
8x10	$20.00	-
11x11	$26.80	-
11x14	$27.20	$35.20
16x16	$32.80	-
9x27	$34.00	-
16x20	$36.80	$44.80
18x24	$41.20	$49.20
24x36	-	$54.00
20x48	-	$56.00

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The going-rate for a Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM Lens has dropped - now only $789.00 (in-cart) with free shipping. Originally $849.00.

Order opportunities:

B&H | Adorama | BuyDig

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"In an attempt to illustrate the harmful effects of using crack cocaine, Talent, a Brazilian ad agency, created a series of posters featuring images of addicts that are slowly eaten away and destroyed by Flour beetle larvae—or mealworms.

The posters were actually made of thin sheets of dough instead of paper, to encourage the larvae to thoroughly consume them..."

Read the entire article here.

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Read the Full Story Here... ]]> News from Adobe News Bot http://fstopspot.com/showthread.php/8889-What’s-New-in-Adobe-Creative-Cloud-for-Web-Pros http://fstopspot.com/showthread.php/8888-Test-Moving-files-from-Photoshop-CC-to-CS5?goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 16:20:21 GMT Longtime Photoshop trainer Dave Cross has posted the results of his experiments opening a PSD file containing new-to-CC features back in Photoshop CS5. (Spoiler alert: Everything works as expected.) Previous/related: Can you open a Photoshop CC file in CS6? You should never lose access to your... Longtime Photoshop trainer Dave Cross has posted the results of his experiments opening a PSD file containing new-to-CC features back in Photoshop CS5. (Spoiler alert: Everything works as expected.) Previous/related: Can you open a Photoshop CC file in CS6? You should never lose access to your work, period.

Read the Full Story Here... ]]> News from Adobe News Bot http://fstopspot.com/showthread.php/8888-Test-Moving-files-from-Photoshop-CC-to-CS5 http://fstopspot.com/showthread.php/8887-Panasonic-G6-and-GF6-First-Shots-posted-Pixel-peep-test-images-from-these-two-new-CS?goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 16:20:21 GMT Announced just last month, the new Panasonic G6 and Panasonic GF6 are two compact system cameras we've been eager to get our hands on and put to the test in the IR Lab -- as well as out in the field with our reviewers. The cameras' predecessors were both enthusiastic Dave's Picks, and we have high hopes that the latest models will show marked improvements. While the Panasonic G6 and GF6 continue to go through our rigorous battery of laboratory tests, we've posted First Shots from both of them for your pixel-peeping pleasure. The...

Read the Full Story Here... ]]> News Related to Photography News Bot http://fstopspot.com/showthread.php/8887-Panasonic-G6-and-GF6-First-Shots-posted-Pixel-peep-test-images-from-these-two-new-CS http://fstopspot.com/showthread.php/8886-Camera-Deals-of-the-Day-Refurb-Canon-5D-Mark-III-(-2-800)-Canon-6D-(-1-679)-Nikon?goto=newpost Fri, 24 May 2013 16:20:21 GMT Happy Friday and happy Memorial Day weekend readers! It's the official start of the summer -- at least in our neck of the woods -- and we hope you can get out there and take some photos. We've found a handful of great bargains this morning on Canon DLSRs, plus the Nikon D600 and more. Be sure to check back regularly as we find new deals all the time. Refurbished Canon 5D Mark III - $2,800 (compare to $3,500 new) - Free Shipping Directly from Canon's Online Store, there's a great price on a Factory Refurbished Canon EOS 5D...

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From Sigma:

The Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS HSM for Nikon is scheduled to start the shipment towards the end of this month.

B&H has the Sigma 120-300mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Lens for Nikon available for preorder.

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The Canon Store has the Refurbished Canon EOS 5D Mark III DSLR Camera in stock and available for $2,799.21 with free shipping. Compare at $3,499.00 new.

If you haven't noticed, the price of a new 5D Mark III is now $3,499.00 - making the price of a refurbished unit more attactive than ever (even after taxes).

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From Adorama:

Leading photo and electronics retailer converts Manhattan’s 18th Street into a family festival of food, fun and technology.

New York, NY - May 23, 2013 – Adorama, one of the world’s largest photography, video and electronics retailers, is again holding one of New York City’s most popular, free summer family events, its Third Annual Street Fair, on Sunday, June 23, 2013.

Last year's festival attracted more than 20,000 attendees. With more rides, games, food and technology vendors confirmed, this year's festival is expected to be even bigger. Major camera and electronics brands who will be at this year’s event include Apple, Nikon, Canon, Dell, Samsung, Verizon, Bogen, Pentax, Adobe, Sony, Panasonic, LG, Intel, Sandisk, Lexar and Western Digital. Adorama has lots to offer, too – Adorama PIX, Rentals, Used and the Learning Center will all have booths to visit at the fair.

The Street Fair is a great way for families to enjoy a fun-filled day together, kick off the summer season and participate in a variety of interactive games and activities, including free photography clinics in Adorama's outdoor Learning Center tent. Festival highlights include:

• Carnival Games and Petting Zoo – A host of carnival games and a live petting zoo will be great fun for kids, and kids-at-heart, throughout the day.
• Food! – An amazing variety of food choices – it just wouldn't be a Street Fair without it.
• Prizes and Raffles – Dozens of raffle items and prizes will be given away all day long.
• Vendor Exhibits – Test drive the latest digital imaging technology from some of the biggest brands in photography.
• Celebrity Appearances
• Adorama Technology Learning Center – Learn how to make better photos and videos from some of the best photographers in the world at Adorama's outdoor Technology Learning Center. Learn to shoot like a pro!
• Get a Technology Makeover with special product pricing from Adorama – Bring your old camera gear and upgrade to the latest digital technology. Adorama is offering special pricing and trade-ins for one day only.

Adorama’s Third Annual Street Fair will be held on Sunday, June 23, 2013, from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., on West 18th Street, between Fifth and Sixth Avenues. Adorama’s retail superstore is located at 42 West 18th Street, making the street an ideal place for families to take advantage of the technology-related activities happening during the fair.

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