Photo Review: Erik Anderson

This edition of our photo review series features a shot from self-proclaimed “government lackey” from DC and amateur photographer, Erik Anderson . Before we begin, here’s a little context of the shot from Erik: I’ve only been taking pictures sporadically for a couple of years now as a hobby.  This was taken on a visit to the Grand Canyon as my fiancee and I were driving across the country to Los Angeles.  The weather was very strange that day.  It was mostly cloudy with scattered rain/slee

Fundamentals of Photography by Tom Ang

Tom Ang’s Fundamentals of Photography is aptly subtitled “the essential handbook for both digital and film cameras.” As a very amateur photographer, I was fascinated by the technical explanations for photography: how cameras work, how light is best captured, and how to process photographs appealingly. While I will never again photograph using film cameras, I was likewise fascinated to learn the technical aspects of film photography. For, just as Tom Ang seamlessly wove both film and digital pho

Nikon D3x First Look Review at Amateur Photographer

Amateur Photographer has published a first look review of the Nikon D3x. I have already had the rare opportunity to shoot with a pre-production sample D3x with final firmware, and although the raw files remain inaccessible, low-compression JPEGs taken at ISO 100 at standard settings in a studio environment look stunning. Stay tuned to Photography Bay’s Nikon D3x Reviews and Resources for the latest. Sponsor: Now at Amazon.com - Canon 5D Mark II - Sony A900 - Canon 50D - Nikon D90 - Canon E

How to Find a Great Camera at a Price You Can Afford

In the last few years, a digital camera has become a very affordable asset. Even if you are on a low budget, you can buy a basic camera that has enough features to meet the needs of an average amateur photographer. Rapid technological advancements have significantly decreased the price for digital cameras. The Internet is a very good source for finding an affordable camera to suit your specific needs. There are plenty of websites that sell these devices at bargain prices. You can find detailed

Digital Photography Tutorial 10 Easy Steps

Whether you consider yourself an amateur photographer, or you just want to create better family photos, there are many things you can do to get better photos. Here are some easy tips to use the next time you head out with your digital camera.