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A different perspective on photography, technology, and current events. Video interviews, tips, techniques, and tutorials. Sometimes opinionated, always entertaining.

Nicole Young - iStockphoto ContributorDecember 24 2008

Nicole Young is an excellent example of a next-generation stock photographer. She is a regular contributor to iStockphoto and has seen some impressive revenue generated from her images. 

She is refreshingly humble and open about her work, and was eager to share tips, techniques, and encouragement for other photographers considering the micro-stock arena.

Michael Adams - Son of Ansel AdamsDecember 20 2008

An up-close and personal conversation with Michael Adams, son of legendary photographer Ansel Adams. 

In this brief interview, Michael and I discuss what it was like growing up as the son of one of the worlds most prolific and respected photographers. Michael’s background is very interesting on its own - having been a physician, Air Force General, and a fighter pilot, it seems the Adams’ family produces some pretty over-achieving genes!

MC Yogi - Vote for HopeNovember 7 2008

Obama ‘08 - Vote For Hope from MC Yogi on Vimeo.

From MC Yogi’s Vimeo post:

“Vote For Hope” was written to encourage and inspire the hip hop generation—and everyone—to get involved, and contribute their time, energy, creativity, and other resources to be the change they want to see in the world. We have been inspired by the artistic and musical contributions that have been pouring out accross the nation in support of Barack Obama’s campaign. Vote for Hope is our offering to this creative movement. It is our way of adding our small voice to the collective voice of millions of Americans calling for a change.

Congratulations President-Elect Barack ObamaNovember 4 2008

Merkley??? - Artist, Blogger, Flickr-erNovember 3 2008

Merkley is one of the most popular photographers on Flickr, with over 17,000 contacts, and millions of photo views, he’s a real testament to how digital imaging technology has changed the way we consume photography. The last time I sat down and had a chat with Merkley he told me if it wasn’t for Photoshop and Flickr none of this (his photography) would have been possible.

In talking with Merkley, one of the things that impresses me is the his total disregard for his tools. He’s more focused on the end result than how he got there. As you’ll see in the video, having the most expensive camera doesn’t necessarily make you a great artist.

Much of Merkleys work is done with a simple point-and-shoot camera — and Photoshop of course.