Technology > Services > Photography Review We’re currently evaluating the Canon PowerShot SX260 HS camera, and as a result, we’re offering expanded support for the camera. So far, the camera is performing exceptionally, which is consistent with the almost 5-star average review the camera has received from over 200 satisfied users. At about $200 on… Continue reading Canon PowerShot SX260 HS 12.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with 20x Image Stabilized Zoom 25mm Wide-Angle Lens and 1080p Full-HD Video
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BQGallery.com – Iowa City Cedar Rapids Photographer Bashair Qasim
This past week I had the pleasure of assisting with the launch of a new photography website for Iowa City / Cedar Rapids Photographer Bashair Qasim, BQGallery.com. As I work with people like Bashair who have exceptional artistic and visual talents, I find that I begin to feel like the one who is the student.… Continue reading BQGallery.com – Iowa City Cedar Rapids Photographer Bashair Qasim
Painters and Photographers – Comparison of Photographs and Paintings as Artistic Works
“The artist who paints the world around us is like a camera. Their eyes are like a camera’s lens and their canvas is like film.” ~ Greg Johnson Is it oversimplifying things to say that a painter is not just creating paintings (as objects), but creating images? As a photographer, it seems to me that… Continue reading Painters and Photographers – Comparison of Photographs and Paintings as Artistic Works
Architectural Use of Reflective Materials in Building Design – Benefit Analysis – Reducing Shade and Increasing Ambient Light
Housing | Art As a photographer, I’m probably more aware of light because it’s largely what determines the quality and character of a photograph. Yesterday, on my evening bicycle ride home, I noticed some very bright warm evening light coming from the east. I like evening light because it can illuminate in a way that you… Continue reading Architectural Use of Reflective Materials in Building Design – Benefit Analysis – Reducing Shade and Increasing Ambient Light
Golfzilla Demo Day 2012 at Finkbine Golf Course (Photos and Video)
The Golfzilla Demo Day 2012 took place on 10 June 2012 at Finkbine Golf Course in Iowa City. Photos and video from the event are below. Photos. Below are some photos from the event. Click any image to enlarge.
Professional Photography Website Hosting Services With Photo and Image Centric Design Templates and Themes
Photography Summary. Photographers have unique needs when it comes to website design. Many photographers use Facebook or have a free blog that points to an online collection of photo galleries hosted on Flickr or Picasa. Those wanting to take things up a notch can create a full website to showcase their photography portfolio. WordPress.com offers an… Continue reading Professional Photography Website Hosting Services With Photo and Image Centric Design Templates and Themes
Bruce Thayer Pixalchemy Photography Exhibit – “Caffeinated Camera” at Fairgrounds Coffeehouse in Iowa City – 25 February Through 31 March 2011
Iowa City | Photography Photographer and Pixalchemist Bruce Thayer of Iowa City will be presenting a coffee themed photography exhibition. Date: 25 February through March 31 Opening Reception: 7 PM Friday, 25 February Pre-Reception Event from 5-7PM. Bruce will be capturing portraits of coffee-lovers. An 8-ounce coffee drink and an e-copy of the edited image… Continue reading Bruce Thayer Pixalchemy Photography Exhibit – “Caffeinated Camera” at Fairgrounds Coffeehouse in Iowa City – 25 February Through 31 March 2011
Manfrotto 190XPROB Professional Aluminum Tripod and 128RC Micro Fluid Head – Review
Technology > Photography | Video Summary. This document offers a review of the Manfrotto 190XPROB Professional Aluminum Tripod and 128RC Micro Fluid Head. Links to related resources are also provided. Gregory Johnson offers the following commentary on this tripod and head: On 10 February 2011, I purchased the Manfrotto 190XPROB Professional Aluminum Tripod and 128RC Micro Fluid… Continue reading Manfrotto 190XPROB Professional Aluminum Tripod and 128RC Micro Fluid Head – Review
India Wildlife and Landscape Photos with “Arpeggio Rising” (music) by Gregory Johnson
Effective Living > Music | Gregory Johnson Summary. This page contains a video slideshow of music and photos by Gregory Johnson. I composed the song Arpeggio Rising and posted it on 21 February 2009. Today, I decided to share it on YouTube with some photos I’d taken while in India during the winter 2010/2011 break. Because… Continue reading India Wildlife and Landscape Photos with “Arpeggio Rising” (music) by Gregory Johnson
Photography Tips For Using Manual Mode Settings on Pocket or DSLR Cameras
Photography Summary. This document provides, in simple terms, an explanation of how to use manual camera settings for better photography results with pocket cameras or larger DSLR cameras. Click the photos on this page to enlarge them. Automatic Mode. When a camera is in automatic mode, it makes many assumptions about your intended photo composition… Continue reading Photography Tips For Using Manual Mode Settings on Pocket or DSLR Cameras
IOGEAR 56-in-1 Memory Card Reader/Writer GFR281
Technology > Photography | Video Summary. IOGEAR recently released a 56-in-1 memory card reader, model GFR281. Photo cameras and video cameras are adapting new standards of higher speed and higher capacity memory cards. Video cameras in particular are shifting from tape, disc, and hard drive storage to memory card storage. The 56-in-1 memory card reader model… Continue reading IOGEAR 56-in-1 Memory Card Reader/Writer GFR281
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj 12.1MP Digital Camera with Built-in Pico Projector
Technology Summary. Pico Projectors are video projection systems small enough to fit in your shirt pocket. Nikon’s new Coolpix S100pj is a camera with a built-in pico projector. The Coolpix S1000pj is the first compact digital camera in the world to feature a built-in projector. With a simple touch of a button, the camera projects… Continue reading Nikon Coolpix S1000pj 12.1MP Digital Camera with Built-in Pico Projector