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Professional Insights and Opinions about the world of photography and technology

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TechTock is our editorial online journal. Here, our experts share personal experiences, opinions, and commentary on the current state of photography, technology, gear and gadgets. TechTock will be updated several times per week.

 

 

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You are a photographer, that's why! TechTock is an up-close, daily peek into the world of photography, gadgets and what's great about technology. Whether you're a seasoned pro, a hardcore enthuisast or an ambitious beginner, It’s a great place to find the latest insider advice, techniques, equipment information, along with inspiring images from fellow photographers: whether they be just-discovered shooters or "name-brand" pros.

 

 

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August 2011 Blog

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School's In: Keep Learning!
Why Workshops@Adorama can make a difference in your photography

Blog TechTock - by Mason Resnick, August 31, 2011

September's upon us, and a new season of Workshops@Adorama is open for registration. Take this opportunity to improve your photographic knowledge and experience....  > Read more

Tags: workshop 

The Adorama Learning Center celebrates MTV's Video Music Awards
Learn about photographing musicians and creating your own music videos

Blog TechTock - by Mason Resnick, August 26, 2011

There's a very strong link between photographers and music, and thanks to changes in imaging technology, that link has gotten much stronger. ...  > Read more

Tags: concert photography,  musicians,  concert,  hd video,  music,  MTV VMA Awards 

Joe McNally's Faces of Ground Zero, 10 Years Later
More than just pictures at an exhibition

Blog TechTock - by Mason Resnick, August 24, 2011

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When you go to an exhibit of photographic portraits and get to speak with the people portrayed—and knowing they survived the worst terrorist attack in US history—you know this was no ordinary photo exhibit opening....  > Read more

Tags: nikon,  photojournalism,  Joe McNally,  Polaroid 

First Person: How I Made a Viral Music Video
Douglas Sonders describes how he went from photographer to music videographer

Blog TechTock - by Douglas Sonders, August 23, 2011

With high-quality DSLR video at your fingertips, how do you get started shooting music videos? This award-winning music video shooter tells the story behind the making of the video of Cedric Gervais's “Ready or Not,” and offers advice based on his experience....  > Read more

Tags: canon,  video,  hd video,  Canon EOS 5D Mark II,  Canon EOS 1D Mark IV,  hdslr 

EISA Top Photo Product Awards: Did They Get It Right?
Analysis of 50 photo mag editors' top gear picks

Blog TechTock - by Mason Resnick, August 19, 2011

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The European Imaging and Sound Association this week unveiled its picks for top cameras and photo accessories for 2011-2012. There are several surprises among the winning gear. Dare I challenge their collective wisdom? Why not?...  > Read more

Tags: nikon,  canon,  Casio,  Olympus,  Panasonic,  pentax,  epson,  sigma,  sony,  Nik,  Tamron,  Nikon D7000,  Pentax K-5,  Canon T3i,  Olympus E-P3,  Panasonic G3 

The Continuing Story of Vivian Maier
New photos still emerging by a recently-discovered 20th century master photographer

Blog TechTock - by Mason Resnick, August 15, 2011

Since the late Ms. Maier's street photography was first discovered over a year ago by Chicago-based realtor John Maloof, there have been exhibits of her work, a book is being published, and a film about her life is being made. And we've barely scratched the surface....  > Read more

Tags: Focus on Street Photography,  Vivien Maier 

The right way to design a prime lens...and the wrong way
At least one MILC camera maker is starting to get it

Blog TechTock - by Mason Resnick, August 10, 2011

A couple of lenses for mirrorless interchangeable-lens compact cameras are actually user-friendly. Here's how I separate the lenses made by and for engineers from the ones made for photographers....  > Read more

Tags: Panasonic,  samsung,  sony,  Lens advice,  prime lens,  micro four thirds,  system compact,  lens,  MILC Mirrorless Interchangeable-Lens Compact,  MILC,  Pentax Q 

Interview: The Dazzling Lara Casey
The Editor/Publisher of Southern Wedding has a lot to share with wedding professionals

Blog TechTock - by Leigh Caraccioli , August 9, 2011

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What can wedding photographers learn from Lara Casey, Editor-in-Chief and Publisher of Southern Wedding Magazine and founder of Making Things Happen and Making Brands Happen? Plenty!...  > Read more

Tags: wedding,  marketing,  wedding photography,  weddings,  WPPI 

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