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First Lens Every Photographer Should Buy & The One You’ll Use The Most

April 26, 2024 By Morgan

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(If you want to watch the video go here!) Hey, it’s Jay P. here. I’m asked the question all the time, “What is the best lens for me to buy?” That’s a tough question to answer. But it really isn’t. There is one lens that I know, that most everyone should have, you’ll use it […]

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What The Heck Is Equivalency? What Sensor Size Is All About!

August 6, 2020 By Morgan

Today we are taking a look at equivalency. Not equivalent exposure, equivalency. What the heck is that? Special thanks to LensProToGo for sponsoring this video/article: Get 15% off your LensProToGo rental. www.lensprotogo.com Use Discount Code: SLANTEDLENS15 Equivalency is a very, very complicated subject matter, but one people have been screaming about because of the last […]

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How To Look Your Best On A Webcam Video Call

June 24, 2020 By Morgan

 Learn the do’s and don’ts of how to light your video Zoom, FaceTime or Skype calls. Jay P demonstrates how to improve your lighting so you can look professional and make a better impression in your video conference calls. Today I am going to talk about a Zoom, Skype or FaceTime call that will […]

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Aputure REINVENTS the Light Bulb! (NAB 2019 Highlights)

April 17, 2019 By Morgan

I just came back from NAB last week and I wanted to share with you a quick rundown of the highlights for us at NAB. Aputure RGB Battery Powered Light Bulbs The first thing that really captured my attention was the Aputure RGB Light Bulbs. It’s not just any LED RGB light bulb, but it’s […]

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Finding Unique Camera Angles

November 29, 2018 By Morgan

Surprise! Bet you didn’t expect to see a Platypod on my head. Today we are going to explore some unique camera angles with the lightweight, travel tripod, the Platypod. Regular tripods are great for shooting regular, standard headshots, but if you are looking to step up your shots, the Platypod offers you the flexibility to […]

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Let Your Camera Hit the Dirt – The Power of the Low Angle

July 12, 2018 By Morgan

  Today we’re talking about putting your camera in the dirt, or pavement, or any flat surface that your Platypod MAX can support. A lot of people underestimate the power of a low angle shot. Most can’t accomplish this shot and have it stable because they don’t have a device that can have their camera […]

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