Why do my comments always end up on the wrong image?
Just about done with this site.

too much- this is ridiculous. You must observe and attempt to make something look realistic. Not enough research on this one.
If it was easy, you did not do it right.

yes, great article. This is important- especially for those switching from 35 film cameras and used to the way their lenses perform with those cameras.
Thanks!

Excellent examples, great comparisons.

I think this is perhaps Ansel Adams greatest shots.
While at Brooks I had the pleasure of seeing a lecture by John Sexton- a former Adams assistant and printing student.
He showed slides of a "natural" test print made from this negative, and believe me, it is VERY different from Adam's final, very famous print.
I point is that images have almost always been manipulated- whether in the darkroom or in Photoshop. I know I am probably opening this old can of worms again, but I have seen too many great old school photographers being left behind and bitter with the headlong rush of digital photography in the last 15 years or so.
Yes, there is a lot of PS junk out there, and if you are a photojournalist please disregard.
I believe that great images out of camera can be improved and
embellished upon by an artistic, careful retoucher.

I like this photo- great expressions and pose for the young couple.
This looks like late afternoon sun light or open shade. Did you use a flash fill?
I think the second take here is closer in skintone- the first looks a bit too warm, although warm is good too. Open shade can be very blue, so set your digital camera accordingly or use a warming filter on your lens if shooting film, and don't forget to meter through the lens or open up a 1/2 stop of so.
google Dean Collins key shifting for some tried and true outdoor shooting techniques with no flash. (Or with!)
Best shooting,
Nelson Auge
george.auge@my.brooks.edu

Hello,
Shooting the moon requires some sacrifice in exposure.
The moon at night is basically reflecting sunlight, so the exposure is closer to daylight than to low, low light.
I have had decent results by doing one good exposure for the moon, and another for the landscape and then combining them in Photoshop. Short of this try shooting at dusk when the moon is visible and there is still some light on the landscape- usually just before or after the sun goes below the horizon. Shoot quick- it won't last long.
You can also expose only for the moon and let the landscape go into sillouette, this is also a nice technique.
Try to bracket using only the shutter, not the aperature- the aperature will change the landscape somewhat.
Best,
Nelson Auge'

Amazing splash shot- love the color here!!!
Nelson Auge'
george.auge@my.brooks.edu

I have shot both these cameras and they are both quality digital cameras. It wasn't that long ago we were shooting with 6 megapixel cameras and loving it! Now we have 8 MP cameras in our phones!
I think the biggest difference is that the 5D Mark II has a full 35mm size chip, and will give you a wider angle with wide angle lenses. Also, it is just a bigger sensor. ( I believe this is correct, I will check)
I started shooting digital with a Nikon D1x, then bought a Canon Rebel, then a 20D, finally a 5D. I have used the 5D for advertising and magazine features and LOVE it. Many pros are using the 5D MarkII for professional video these days- amazing camera.
I prefer the "L" or prime lenses- there is a big difference here. In fact if you are on a budget, I would spend more on a better lens than a body- bodies are always getting better, lenses have a lot more lasting power, and prime (L) lenses are less contrasty, sharper, and faster. For low light it is nice to have something as fast as a 2.8, which is fairly standard on most L lenses from Canon. (L is canons prime distinction.)
I would recommend the 24-70 f2.8, an amazing all purpose lens. The 70-200 is better for people and that beautiful bokeh, or background blur.
If there is a pro camera store in your area, rent a couple and try them out for a day.
The image stabilization is nice, but not crucial, but very nice on the longer lenses if you are shooting hand-held.
I good cheaper lens is the 100mm macro- very sharp and can be used for portraits as well as the macro function.
Good luck- just let me know if you have any questions, I can try Best,
Nelson Auge, Louisville, KY 40206

Beautiful images- especially love the bottom image- it has an abstract quality and quality of light that is very nice.
Great work!