Portrait Photography: 85mm (Canon f/1.8)

Hi Gang,
Today’s post is about a new portrait lens I’m using.  Its also about lighting.
The lens I’m using in these images is an 85mm f/1.8 (Nikon also makes this lens, but the reviews aren’t as strong as they are for the Canon).   Its amazingly sharp, gives GREAT control over depth of field, its fast (f/1.8) [...]

Portrait Photography: Outtakes from a Fashion Show

Hi Gang,
Today’s images are outtakes from a small fashion show at the Midtown Global Market last Saturday.  I want to share them and a few nuggets about getting better shots in difficult situations.
Helpful tips for event/portrait/candid photography:
1.  Of course, pay attention to light.  This event was inside, but located in the main court, right underneath [...]