Landscape, Nature and Travel Photography

The 18th episode of EXIF and Beyond has been released.

This episode features an interview with Leila Boujnane, CEO and co-founder of Idée. Discussed is the recent release of Idée’s image search engine TinEye. Although out for only 4 weeks now and in a private Beta, TinEye has captured the attention and imagination of the photographic community. Leila discusses the current capabilities and future direction of this groundbreaking image search engine.

Need an invite to TinEye? I’m happy to share those I have or go directly to TinEye and submit a request.

Download the latest episodes:
EXIF and Beyond: Leila Boujnane

For the non-iTune listeners a streaming version of this podcast can be accessed here.

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Curious about geo-tagging or the pros and cons of supporting your local camera store versus online stores?

Then you’re in luck that is exactly what is discussed in the recent release of PhotoNetCast. For those of you unaware of PhotoNetCast it is a podcast I’m taking part in with Martin Gommel, Antonio Marques and Brian Auer. It’s worth a listen when you have a chance as are the past epidsodes.

Listen to PhotoNetCast Episode 5

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This past week was an exceptionally busy week for me, but with in the cracks of free time in my schedule I found some great articles. The following are a mixture of articles from some of my favorite web sites and magazines. Enjoy!

Green Photographic Papers - Graf Nature Photography
Mark Graf discusses an interesting article buy Dr. Joe Zammit-Lucia on Green-In-Print, a guide to environmentally friendly choices in photographic paper.

Illuminating Creativity - A Body of Work by John Paul Caponigro- AfterCapture Magazine
What goes into creating a body of work? John’s article is inspirational as well as educational. A must read by photographers of all levels.

Interview with Edward Westons Wife and Muse, Charis Wilson - aphotoeditor via Photo Icon magazine
A great read and view into the world of Edward Weston.

Two informative articles on Photoshop Droplets to optimize one’s workflow.
Post-Processing Automation in Adobe Photoshop Lightroom by Phil Nelson - AfterCapture Magazine

Get a Little Action In With Droplets by Jeff Revell at PhotoWalkPro
A very informative read on Photoshop Droplets to optimize ones workflow.

Regarding the discussion of backing up ones digital photography:
My Photo and Computer Back-up Strategy - Scott Kelby

PhotoNetCast #4 - Keeping your photos safe with regular backups and Embarrassing Moments - PhotoNetCast Podcast

Here in the US it’s a 3-day weekend, today being Memorial Day, and although I won’t be posting any new articles or photos I wanted to point those checking in to a few articles/podcasts I’ve written/taken part in recently. This hopefully will satiate your appetite for new content until I’m back online tomorrow.

Podcasts
PhotoNetCast Podcast Episode #4 - Keeping your photos safe with regular backups and Embarrassing Moment

Also check out the PhotoNetCast listener poll

Articles via Digital Photography School
New: The Best Photo Tip I Ever Received… What Was Yours?

12 Ways To Never Miss A Photo Opportunity

High Impact Photography With Panoramics

5 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Tripping The Shutter

Make the Best of Bad Weather - 6 Challenges for Photographers

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The 16th and 17th episode of EXIF and Beyond has been released.

These episodes feature an interview with Jeff Sedlik, President and CEO of the PLUS Coalition (usePLUS.org), current Professor of Photography at the Art Center College of Design and also a past president of the Advertising Photographers of America (APA).

Discussed is the Picture Licensing Universal System (PLUS). Although relatively young by comparison to other photographic standards bodies, PLUS is tackling tough contemporary issues facing photographers. Both episodes are packed with valuable information every photographers should be aware of.

Part I of the interview covers PLUS Standards including the PLUS Glossary, License Generator, PLUS – IDs and the differentiators between PLUS, IPTC, and Creative Commons.

Part II of the interview covers machine readability, pending Orphan Works Copyright legislation, metadata, the PLUS Artist & Licensor Registry and the future of PLUS .

Download the latest episodes:
EXIF and Beyond: Jeff Sedlik Interview Part I and II

For the non-iTune listeners a streaming version of this podcast can be accessed here.

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A new photography podcast PhotoNetCast has been launched featuring (4) four photographers and bloggers. The podcast focuses on photography related current events, off and online. The photographers and bloggers involved in this podcast include Brian Auer of EpicEdits, Jim M. Goldstein of JMG-Galleries, Martin Gommel of Kwerfeldein, and Antonio Marques of Words: irrational.

Episode 1 and 2 have just been released.

Episode 1 is an intro to the podcast along with those participating in the panel.

Episode 2 covers the topics:
Terrorism and Photography, Video on Flickr and Protecting Your Images From Theft Online

Access the podcast and its RSS feeds via PhotoNetCast.

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The 15th episode of EXIF and Beyond has been released.

In this episode “Mastering Digital Panoramic Photography” is discussed. Topics covered include an introduction to the technique, best practices, pitfalls, alternative methods, computer & software tips, and creative vision. This information packed episode will put you on track to master this challenging photographic technique in roughly (30) thirty minutes.

Referenced Articles and Resources:
Mastering Digital Panoramic Photography by Jim M. Goldstein via JMG-Galleries

Breaking the Gigapixel Barrier - Max Lyons

Recommended Panoramic Photography Resources

Download the latest episodes:
EXIF and Beyond: Mastering Digital Panoramic Photography

For the non-iTune listeners a streaming version of this podcast can be accessed here.

Featured Panoramic Photos in this Episode of EXIF and Beyond:

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“4 Corners - Welcome to Colorado”
made From (16) Sixteen Vertical Images (1×16)

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“Last Light On Delicate Arch, Arches National Park”
Made From (6) Six Vertical Images

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“The Beauty of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge”
Made From (10) Ten Vertical Images

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“Bryce Canyon Sunset, Bryce Canyon National Park”
Made from (5) Five Vertical Images

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“100 Caribou”
Made from (21) Twenty One Vertical Images

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“Caribou Pass View To The South Panoramic ” - Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Made From (35) Thirty Five Vertical Images

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“Caribou Pass and Kongakut River Panoramic” - Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Made From (50) Fifty Vertical Images

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“Cable View Panoramic, Golden Gate Bridge - San Francisco”
Made From (3) Three Horizontal Images via Tilt Shift Lens
Between the cables is Alcatraz and in the distance is San Francisco more…

“Golden Gate Bridge Panoramic Sunset”
Made From (3) Three Vertical Images via Tilt Shift Lens more…

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“Yosemite Trees”
made From (11) Eleven Vertical Images (1×11)

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