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Tomorrow is National Retro Day
Today’s Post by Joe Farace So take me away, I don't mind But you better promise me, I'll be back in time—Huey Lewis On February 27, National Retro Day takes us back in time. Hermelinda A. Aguilar and Robert and Tina Duran founded National Retro Day to take a look back...
Hair, Hats and Better Portraits
Today's Post by Joe Farace “Some hats can only be worn if you're willing to be jaunty, to set them at an angle and to walk beneath them with a spring in your stride as if you're only a step away from dancing. They demand a lot of you.” ― Neil Gaiman One of the best...
Shooting Sigma’s 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Lens
Today’s Post by Joe Farace Sigma’s 65mm f/2 lens is the second of my reviews of the company’s I-Series of lenses. You can read my test of the 35mm f/2 lens here. I’ll be reviewing the 24mm F3.5 DG DN lens real soon now. I received my review copy of Sigma's 65mm f/2 DG...
UPDATE: Our Valentine’s Day LensPen Giveaway Ends Soon
Today's Post by Joe Farace A reminder: Until February 15, 2021 at Midnight Mountain Standard time we still are accepting entries for a LensPen giveaway because we think everybody can use some love during these times Here's the prize— LensPen packaged their most...
Choosing a Background for Portraiture
Today’s Post by Joe Farace There are lots of options when it comes to choosing a backdrop for portraiture, starting with the ubiquitous seamless paper, which is a subject of its own and previous post. So here’s a look at some other options: Muslin is a closely woven...
The Importance of the Portrait Warm Up
Today's Post by Joe Farace The warm-up should gently prepare the body for exercises by gradually increasing the heart rate and circulation; this will loosen the joints and increase blood flow to the muscles. Stretching the muscles prepares them for physical activity...