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The Carnival from the point of view of the models …

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Venice is one of these cities that get tourists crowds all year long. However, there is no denying that the Carnival attracts not only more tourists but different ones. Last February was my third time at the Venice Carnival but my previous time was 12 years ago.
Lots of things changed over the years but one thing remains constant : The magic of the event. This magic revolves around the models, i.e the people who come to pose with their beautiful costumes.(many people who visit the cite during that time like to buy and wear on and off some kind of mask but they are who I am talking about here)
The people I am talking about here are those who have spend the previous months to create and manufacture those raffinate and complex venetian costumes who could give you the impression that you are thrown back a few centuries backwards.Lots of those models I met were using the terms “ the costumes “ and for the purpose of this article this is how I will sometimes refer to them.Having spent the entire week at the Carnival I got a chance to photograph many of them. Upon my return, I send them some of my pictures along with a questionnaire to get their feedback about the carnival. I was pleased to get enough response to give a meaningful review of their feedback
So, here it is : the Venice Carnival as experienced by the costumes. [Read more…]

Olympus EM5 markII test on the way

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I want to tell my readers that I purchased the new Olympus m4/3rd camera. The Olympus OMD EM5 Mark II (yes it is the full name !) is my third Micro 4/3rd camera. I also own an EM-1 (which is in the repair shop for some “dust on the sensor issue” and a malfunctioning rear dial) as well as the original EM-5.
For me the improved stabilization and the articulated screen were my main reasons to get this new camera but most reviewers are also thrilled by the new high resolution mode. Despite the limitations ( only tripod shots on absolutely still subjects) it is a very innovating feature. So, before the full test, I wanted to share today an example of such subjects at the normal 16Mp and the 40MP mode for you to compare. [Read more…]

TENBA DNA : The best Photo shoulder/messenger bag ever ?

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In my years as a photographer, I have met lots of different photographers with different camera systems and different fields of photo expertise. But there is one thing that I have never met and it is a photographer who has only ONE camera bag. when it comes to camera bags, it seems that most photographers have a constant craving for  a ” better” or “bigger” bag or more often than not  “just one more bag”. It does make sense in many ways. Going on a serious photo hike overseas for several weeks  is quite different task than going to cover a wedding, a march for one day. There are so many variants  to one what one photographer may need that it cannot be really covered with just one bag.
How much gear do you want to carry ? how much protection against shocks or weather conditions  is needed ? What else outside camera gear do you need to store in your bag ?… These are just a few of the important factors  when choosing a bag. Obviously, the kind of gear you have will influence the choice of the bag but equally the kind of portage you prefer or is more appropriate to the venue. Let s look in details why this DNA line by Tenba is special: [Read more…]

the best bang for your $ mirrorless lenses ?

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As a full-time photographer I am frequently brought to travel  by plane. Frequent plane travelers know that nowadays most, if not all, airlines have stricter rules for both the size AND the weight of your carry-on. Most airlines have a maximum weight  limit of 8 to 10 kilograms (18 to 22 pounds). If you have a midsize carry-on like a canvas backpack or shoulder bag , the bag itself when empty is probably close to 1 kilogram.When you add your laptop and/or tablet it is easy to see how lightweight equipment is called for. Most tourists probably rely on a small and lightweight point and shoot and/or your smartphone for their picture-tasks. But being serious about his photography generally implies more “serious” gear. No photographer should go on an important trip with only ONE photographic device. You probably need at least 2 or 3 lenses and spare batteries ( remember you cannot check-in batteries on a flight any more). [Read more…]