February 2009 issue of Practical Photography
Practical Photography news
05 January 2009 09:51
Still working off a few Christmas pounds? Well let us help you along! The February issue of Practical Photography is bursting with new and exciting ideas, from off-camera flash techniques from the experts behind the Strobist revolution and ring light for just £3 to infrared with an old DSLR and a cheat’s guide to triptychs. Still want more? What about a massive Canon EOS 5D Mk II test, surely one of the most anticipated DSLRs ever (well, at least in the PP office), and a quick look at Nikon’s D3x, a 24.5MP resolution DSLR designed to take on the medium-format behemoths…
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Flashgun fanatics
Off-camera flash is the technique to try at the moment, and with the Strobist revolution gathering pace and a whole new world of creative possibilities at your fingertips, there’s no better time to jump on the bandwagon. We look at the basics before delving into more creative avenues such as action, on location portraits and even landscapes, as well as flash kit for every budget and a few words from Strobist guru David Hobby. If you’re even vaguely curious, you need to read this feature!
Resurrect an old DSLR
When editor-in-chief Andrew James stumbled across an advert in the back pages of PP, a light bulb flickered above his head. Two weeks later he was the proud owner of a converted infrared Canon EOS D60, his first DSLR and one that had been collecting dust for several years. So how does infrared work in the digital age? And how do you convert images in the post-production stage? Andrew reveals all.
Jeremy walker’s location guide to… ruins
Pro landscaper Jeremy walker has dedicated his life to exploring Britain’s oft forgotten nooks and crannies. In the first of a new series, he takes us on a magical mystery tour of our finest ruins, from castles to abbeys, and offers great advice on where to go, how to prepare, what to take, and even what to do when you get home! Fancy a weekend away? This is the excuse you’ve been waiting for.
Pro portfolio
Andrew Farrington is one of Britain’s best-kept photographic secrets. His portraits have graced your TV screen, his work is unforgettable and he’s one of the nicest guys in the business to boot. Here we take a look at his own favourite images and divulge the secrets behind his unique style. To see more of Andrew’s work, check out www.andrewfphotography.com - it’s well worth a minute of your time.
Gear guide
With several excitable Canon EOS 5D users in the office, news of the 5D Mk II was met with applause all round. After a lengthy wait, the fruit of Canon’s labour has been tested to the nth degree and the verdicts are in. Will it set a new benchmark for image quality, or has Canon simple left it too late to strike? Elsewhere, we take a quick look at the Nikon D3x to whet your appetite for next month’s massive in-depth test, and grapple with the latest incarnation of Capture One to see whether Lightroom 2’s dominance is in the balance.
