Mark Wallace
Mark Wallace is a photographer based in the United States. Best known for his web-based video series Digital Photography One on One and Exploring Photography sponsored by Adorama. Millions of people have watched Mark’s videos on YouTube, and the numbers continue to grow. Mark has a strong social media following on Facebook and Twitter, where he spends time interacting with viewers and workshop attendees. In 2014, Mark left the United States to embark on a 2 year worldwide adventure. He visited 28 countries and captured thousands of unique photographs across the globe. In 2016 Mark decided to give up planes, trains, and automobiles and is now exploring the world on his motorcycle.
In this episode, Mark Wallace demonstrates how to freeze motion in an unusual way. Mark uses his custom-made “Fling-A-Ma-Jig” to fling things into the air and freeze them mid-flight. Along the way, Mark illustrates how to trigger a camera remotely, freeze motion with a short flash duration, and freeze motion with a fast shutter speed. This episode is full of smashing splashing fun!
Interested in learning more fundamentals of photography? Start here with these great guides on 42 West:
- Camera Basics: Understanding Shutter Speed
- Understanding Focal Length and How to Use It
- Which Focal Length Macro Lens Is Best For You?
- Photography for Beginners Guide
PRODUCTS USED:
- Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Digital Camera Body
- Canon BG-R10 Battery Grip for EOS R5 and EOS R6
- Frio Reach Kit with Frio Stand, Tether Tools Articulating Arm, and Master Clamp
- Canon RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens
- Canon TC-80N3 Timer Remote Control for Many EOS Digital Cameras
- Elinchrom ELC 500/500 Studio Monolight Dual Kit with Reflectors and Case
- Elinchrom EL-Skyport 40 Channel 2.4GHz Transmitter Plus HS for Canon Cameras
- NanLite Forza 500 5600K LED Light
- NanLite FL-20G Fresnel Lens for Forza 300 and 500
- Elinchrom 40cm (15.75″) 33 degree Maxi Silver Reflector
- Sekonic L-858D-U SPEEDMASTER Light Meter Kit with RT-EL/PX Transmitter Module for Elinchrom & Phottix
- PocketWizard Plus IIIe Kit, Includes 2x Plus IIIe Transceiver with Black G-Wiz Squared Bag
