tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2146983679454332812024-03-08T05:43:37.180-05:00Martial Art PhotographyBob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-85715137349102980962010-10-09T15:25:00.002-04:002010-10-09T15:25:59.633-04:00We've Moved.Please visit our new blog location at http://martialartsphotography.net/<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">5-8-2010 Queen City Laban Laro</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">4-17-2010 - Champion Challenge Martial Arts Open - Amherst NY.</td></tr>
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-Bob Hubbard</h2><br />
<div class="photo photo_left"><div class="photo_img"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=2082285&op=1&view=all&subj=121575557857812&aid=-1&auser=0&oid=121575557857812&id=715385217"><img src="http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v508/203/119/715385217/a715385217_2082285_4990.jpg" /></a></div></div>Traditional thinking says to use flash to freeze action. But what do you do if the venue won't allow flash photography? Shooting in a low light situation is tricky, even for pros. Where our eyes may think things are well lit, the average karate school or gym just doesn't put out the level of light needed by most cameras to capture anything but a blurry, grainy mess. So, what do you do? This is where you're going to have to put away the pocket camera and reach for pro gear.<br />
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This is where you need to know your camera well. Locking it on auto is not going to get you anything but amateur level shots, and often will trigger your flash, getting you in trouble and possibly ejected from the event.<br />
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Taking good shots in low light is tricky, but it's not impossible. It's a matter of raising your ISO to 800, 1600 or possibly even 3200, combined with a wide aperture of 2.8, 2.0, 1.8 or even 1.4 and a shutter speed around 1/60-1/200. Optionally, you may wish to use a tripod for added stability. Lets look at each of these briefly.<br />
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<b>ISO</b><br />
ISO when it comes to digital photography is a measure of light sensitivity. You trade light sensitivity for grain or noise in the image. While the final image doesn't really care how many MP you have, ISO does. Or rather, it cares how big those pixels are. A pocket camera's pixels tend to be a quarter of the size of a DSLR's. Bigger pixels = more light capturing ability + less noise. Play with the ISO starting with 800 until you find your optimum balance of noise to sensitivity.<br />
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<b>Aperture</b><br />
The aperture or Fstop determines how much light hits the sensor during a shot. For low light shooting, you want a lens that can do a 2.8 or wider for maximum light grabbing. Unfortunately, your standard kit lens just can't do this. Most manufacturers make a budget 50mm 1.8 or close lens, but if you want a zoom, you can expect to pay several hundred to a few thousand dollars. A trade off with a wide aperture is a shallow depth of field. Depth of field is how much of the image is in focus. A pocket camera is set to infinity, which is why most snapshots are all in focus, while pro shots focus on the subject and blur backgrounds. Experiment with your lens to see how sensitive it is. I've found that Canon lenses tend to be tighter than Nikon in this.<br />
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<b>Shutter Speed</b><br />
Shutter speed determines how much motion blur you'll get during a shot. Usually doing low-light shooting you'll keep the shutter open longer, times of 1/40 are common. However for action shots, you'll get significant blur at that speed. When using flash, you can set your speed at 1/200-1/500, but low light I suggest starting at 1/125 and working from there.<br />
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A good starting base is ISO 1600, F2.8, 1/125. You should experiment with this, and fine tune it depending on your conditions and equipment.<br />
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<b>Tripod</b><br />
Using a tripod is also a good idea to help stabilize your shot and keep things sharp. Keep in mind however that if you are using a tripod with an image stabilizing lens or camera, it is a good idea to disable the IS function as it can cause more blur when used in conjunction with a tripod or monopod.<br />
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I hope you've enjoyed this brief primer on low light shooting. Obviously, we've barely touched the surface here and could go into great depth on each part, but I hope this is enough to get you started. As with all photography, you need to practice, practice, practice to master the technique.<br />
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Bob Hubbard is a professional photographer specializing in martial arts event, nature and portrait photography. He is also the CEO of SilverStar WebDesigns Inc, a web design and hosting company specializing in martial arts sites, as well as an administrator on the popular martial arts communities MartialTalk.com, Kenpotalk.com and FMATalk.com. His martial arts photography can be found there as well as at his martial arts photography web site, martialphotos.com. He may be reached through these sites.<br />
Copyright © 2010 - Bob Hubbard - All Rights Reserved<br />
Permission is granted to reprint this article on websites, blogs and ezines provided all text, links and authors bio is left intact.Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-50510731398761212802010-04-26T23:52:00.000-04:002010-04-26T23:52:38.660-04:00Tips on Lenses – Sharp Images at a Budget Price, the 50mm Answer. -Bob Hubbard<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Tips on Lenses – Sharp Images at a Budget Price, the 50mm Answer.<br />
-Bob Hubbard</b></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">For anyone shooting portraits with a DSLR, which lens is best is an ongoing question, with most photographers having differing opinions based on their shooting style and goals. Good portrait lenses can run into the thousands of dollars for high end pro-glass. Thankfully both Nikon and Canon have an affordable answer within most shooters budgets. </div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The 50mm F1.8 lens. </div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">While I would love to have the F1.2 or F1.4, both are out of the budget of the beginner or casual shooter at $350-$1,500. I've shot both Nikon and Canon DLSRs over the past few years, and both vendors offer a dirt cheap, razor sharp F1.8 lens right around the $100 price point. These lenses are great for low light occasions, create sharp and vibrant images, and are ultra light. The downside is they tend to be made of plastic and lack the durability of the higher priced F1.4 versions. The other downside is, as a prime or fixed length lens, the zoom tends to be your own two feet.</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">If you're serious about your photography, or just want a low cost sharp lens, check out the 50mm offered by your vendor. You won't be disappointed.</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
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</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">====</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Bob Hubbard is a professional photographer specializing in martial arts event, nature and portrait photography. He is also the CEO of SilverStar WebDesigns Inc, a web design and hosting company specializing in martial arts sites, as well as an administrator on the popular martial arts communities MartialTalk.com, Kenpotalk.com and FMATalk.com. His martial arts photography can be found there as well as at his martial arts photography web site, martialphotos.com. He may be reached through these sites.</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Copyright © 2010 - Bob Hubbard - All Rights Reserved</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Permission is granted to reprint this article on websites, blogs and ezines provided all text, links and authors bio is left intact.</div>Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-47661780837545202022010-04-25T12:00:00.002-04:002010-04-26T23:54:51.954-04:00Join us on Facebook<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Martial-Arts-Photography/116660428362062?ref=mf">Martial Arts Photography on Facebook.</a></div>Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-29651088559680084702010-02-15T01:01:00.002-05:002010-02-15T01:01:00.946-05:00Limited Edition Grandmaster Bobby Taboada Portrait<span class="p"><b>Grandmaster Bobby Taboada </b></span><br />
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<h2 class="h2">=Print Prices=</h2><div class="p">All prints are printed on Kodak Professional Paper for the highest in print quality.</div><div class="p">8x10 Matted (11x14)<br />
$299</div><div class="p">11x14 Non-Matted<br />
$279</div><div class="p">11x14 Matted (16x20)<br />
$399</div><div class="p">16x20 Non Matted<br />
$379 </div><br />
<h2 class="h2">=Plak mounted=</h2><div class="pricelist"><span class="p">8x10 - $350</span></div><div class="p">11x14 - $450</div><div class="p">16x20 - $550</div><div class="p"><br />
</div>Contact me to order http://martialphotos.com/<br />
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Each portrait run is limited to 10 prints total irregardless of size.<br />
Matted prints include frame.<br />
Hand numbered and signed.<br />
Certificate of Authenticity is sent with each portrait.<br />
Prices include shipping within the US. Contact me for rates outside the US.Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-35532328415249431362010-02-13T00:58:00.004-05:002010-02-13T00:58:00.208-05:00Limited Edition Master Michael Giron Portrait<span class="p"><b>Master Michael Giron</b></span><br />
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<h2 class="h2">=Print Prices=</h2><div class="p">All prints are printed on Kodak Professional Paper for the highest in print quality.</div><div class="p">8x10 Matted (11x14)<br />
$299</div><div class="p">11x14 Non-Matted<br />
$279</div><div class="p">11x14 Matted (16x20)<br />
$399</div><div class="p">16x20 Non Matted<br />
$379 </div><br />
<h2 class="h2">=Plak mounted=</h2><div class="pricelist"><span class="p">8x10 - $350</span></div><div class="p">11x14 - $450</div><div class="p">16x20 - $550</div><div class="p"><br />
</div>Contact me to order http://martialphotos.com/<br />
<br />
<b>Limited Edition, Signed and Certified.</b><br />
Each portrait run is limited to 10 prints total irregardless of size.<br />
Matted prints include frame.<br />
Hand numbered and signed.<br />
Certificate of Authenticity is sent with each portrait.<br />
Prices include shipping within the US. Contact me for rates outside the US.Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-44888458013394393942010-02-12T00:55:00.001-05:002010-02-12T00:55:00.625-05:00Limited Edition Grandmaster Robert Castro Portrait<span class="p"><b>Grandmaster Robert Castro</b></span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_aUKaVXOBdww/S20E0FomyTI/AAAAAAAAANY/Jjuyp8YN-QU/s1600-h/Robert_Castro_2736bwweb.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_aUKaVXOBdww/S20E0FomyTI/AAAAAAAAANY/Jjuyp8YN-QU/s320/Robert_Castro_2736bwweb.jpg" /></a></div><br />
<h2 class="h2">=Print Prices=</h2><div class="p">All prints are printed on Kodak Professional Paper for the highest in print quality.</div><div class="p">8x10 Matted (11x14)<br />
$299</div><div class="p">11x14 Non-Matted<br />
$279</div><div class="p">11x14 Matted (16x20)<br />
$399</div><div class="p">16x20 Non Matted<br />
$379 </div><br />
<h2 class="h2">=Plak mounted=</h2><div class="pricelist"><span class="p">8x10 - $350</span></div><div class="p">11x14 - $450</div><div class="p">16x20 - $550</div><div class="p"><br />
</div>Contact me to order http://martialphotos.com/<br />
<br />
<br />
<b>Limited Edition, Signed and Certified.</b><br />
Each portrait run is limited to 10 prints total irregardless of size.<br />
Matted prints include frame.<br />
Hand numbered and signed.<br />
Certificate of Authenticity is sent with each portrait.<br />
Prices include shipping within the US. Contact me for rates outside the US.Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-80249593285094743532010-02-08T00:53:00.008-05:002010-02-08T12:54:36.417-05:00Limited Edition Grandmaster Ron Van Browning Portrait<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Grandmaster Ron Van Browning Portrait</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_aUKaVXOBdww/S20D6pZnsoI/AAAAAAAAANQ/b7GZ6ZsEKrI/s320/mam_browning.jpg" /></div><br />
<h2 class="h2">=Print Prices=</h2><div class="p">All prints are printed on Kodak Professional Paper for the highest in print quality.</div><div class="p">8x10 Matted (11x14)<br />
$299</div><div class="p">11x14 Non-Matted<br />
$279</div><div class="p">11x14 Matted (16x20)<br />
$399</div><div class="p">16x20 Non Matted<br />
$379 </div><br />
<h2 class="h2">=Plak mounted=</h2><div class="pricelist"><span class="p">8x10 - $350</span></div><div class="p">11x14 - $450</div><div class="p">16x20 - $550</div><div class="p"><br />
</div>Contact me to order http://martialphotos.com/<br />
<br />
<br />
<b>Limited Edition, Signed and Certified.</b><br />
Each portrait run is limited to 10 prints total irregardless of size.<br />
Matted prints include frame.<br />
Hand numbered and signed.<br />
Certificate of Authenticity is sent with each portrait.<br />
Prices include shipping within the US. Contact me for rates outside the US.Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-28129793702403869282010-02-07T00:51:00.007-05:002010-02-08T12:55:07.203-05:00Limited Edition Matee "Dragon Leg" Jedeepitak Portrait<h2 class="h2"><span class="p"><b>Matee "Dragon Leg" Jedeepitak</b><br />
4 time Muay Thai champion</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_aUKaVXOBdww/S20DwNnx3kI/AAAAAAAAANI/wFfEWsJzs4k/s1600-h/mam_matee.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_aUKaVXOBdww/S20DwNnx3kI/AAAAAAAAANI/wFfEWsJzs4k/s320/mam_matee.jpg" /></a></div><h2 class="h2"><span class="p"> </span> </h2><h2 class="h2">=Print Prices=</h2><div class="p">All prints are printed on Kodak Professional Paper for the highest in print quality.</div><div class="p">8x10 Matted (11x14)<br />
$299</div><div class="p">11x14 Non-Matted<br />
$279</div><div class="p">11x14 Matted (16x20)<br />
$399</div><div class="p">16x20 Non Matted<br />
$379 </div><br />
<h2 class="h2">=Plak mounted=</h2><div class="pricelist"><span class="p">8x10 - $350</span></div><div class="p">11x14 - $450</div><div class="p">16x20 - $550</div><div class="p"><br />
</div>Contact me to order http://martialphotos.com/<br />
<br />
<br />
<b>Limited Edition, Signed and Certified.</b><br />
Each portrait run is limited to 10 prints total irregardless of size.<br />
Matted prints include frame.<br />
Hand numbered and signed.<br />
Certificate of Authenticity is sent with each portrait.<br />
Prices include shipping within the US. Contact me for rates outside the US.Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-80836416331357893962010-02-06T00:51:00.001-05:002010-02-08T12:55:34.516-05:00Limited Edition Datu Tim Hartman Portrait<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_aUKaVXOBdww/S20DBdJxWvI/AAAAAAAAANA/XzyC5EtY0Mg/s1600-h/mam_hartman.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_aUKaVXOBdww/S20DBdJxWvI/AAAAAAAAANA/XzyC5EtY0Mg/s320/mam_hartman.jpg" /></a></div><h2 class="h2">=Print Prices=</h2><div class="p">All prints are printed on Kodak Professional Paper for the highest in print quality.</div><div class="p">8x10 Matted (11x14)<br />
$299</div><div class="p">11x14 Non-Matted<br />
$279</div><div class="p">11x14 Matted (16x20)<br />
$399</div><div class="p">16x20 Non Matted<br />
$379 </div><br />
<h2 class="h2">=Plak mounted=</h2><div class="pricelist"><span class="p">8x10 - $350</span></div><div class="p">11x14 - $450</div><div class="p">16x20 - $550</div><div class="p"><br />
</div><div class="p">Contact me to order. http://martialphotos.com/<br />
<br />
<b>Limited Edition, Signed and Certified.</b><br />
Each portrait run is limited to 10 prints total irregardless of size.<br />
Matted prints include frame.<br />
Hand numbered and signed.<br />
Certificate of Authenticity is sent with each portrait.<br />
Prices include shipping within the US. Contact me for rates outside the US. </div>Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-83344220077807928732010-01-26T20:42:00.001-05:002010-01-26T20:42:12.168-05:00The Clinton Bush Haiti Fund"One hundred percent of donations received by the Clinton Foundation and the Communities Foundation of Texas go directly to relief efforts."<br />
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<a href="http://www.clintonbushhaitifund.org/">http://www.clintonbushhaitifund.org/</a>Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-57590716942576626982009-04-03T16:29:00.002-04:002009-04-03T16:30:14.559-04:00Updated: Taking Better Action PhotosI've updated the article with a variety of extra resources to help you out.<br />http://www.squidoo.com/betteractionphotosBob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-52675835699076578982009-02-22T23:43:00.001-05:002009-02-22T23:44:37.717-05:00HiatusI'm rethinking on what I want to do with this blog, other than just post photos. Will be relaunching in March.Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-49893899782194537552008-12-15T00:01:00.000-05:002008-12-15T00:01:01.046-05:00Safety Tips for Models By Bob Hubbard<p style="font-family: arial;" class="blogSubject"> <span style="font-weight: bold;">Safety Tips for Models </span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">By Bob Hubbard</span><br /></p> <p class="blogContent"><span style="font-family: arial;">From </span><a style="font-family: arial;" href="http://bobhubbardphotography.com/" target="_self">bobhubbardphotography.com</a><br /><span style="font-family: arial;">==========</span><br /><br /></p><h3 align="center"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Safety Tips for Models</span></h3> <blockquote> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Modeling is normally a safe activity. Unfortunately, there are a number of unsavory characters out there who will prey on those who are vulnerable. Some shoots can place you in a vulnerable position. So, here are some tips I've collected from various photography and model sites to help ensure your safety.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;"><strong>Do your research into your Photographer.</strong></span></p> <ul><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Check references with other models he or she has shot.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Make sure you see examples of their work. And specific, examples of what they want to use you for.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Check the <a href="http://www12.familywatchdog.us/" target="_blank">National Sex Offender Registry</a>.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Use Google or another search engine to look up their name.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Check with sites such as OneModelPlace, ModelMayhem, etc.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Find out as much as you can about those you are considering working with. Ask around.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Be certain to get a verifiable home and/or studio phone number, and street address, for anyone you work with. Especially if you are meeting somewhere</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">If a photographer say's he shoots for a certain magazine......look in the mag and see if his name is in the mast- head.. If it isn't, call the editor to verify him. If they don't know him, drop him/her immediately.</span></li></ul> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;"><strong>Protect your Privacy.</strong></span></p> <ul><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Never post personal contact information, such as address and phone number in an area where the public will view it (such as websites, message boards...etc).</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Be very careful regarding posts and e-mail from anyone with a generic (hotmail, yahoo, etc.) e-mail address.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Be wary of unprofessional posts and emails. </span></li><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">A private area should be provided for you to change outfits. Remember, you are there to do a shoot, not a striptease.</span></li></ul> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;"><strong>Protect Yourself on Shoots</strong></span></p> <ul><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Be very clear about what kind of work you are looking for, and what kind of work you will not accept.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;"> Never travel on a shoestring and have a back-up plan if things don't work out exactly as planned.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Especially when working with someone new, if possible, bring along a chaperone to the photo shoot. Any professional photographer should not have a problem with this. Do NOT work with anyone who refuses to allow you to.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Arrive at remote shoots seperately.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Let someone know where you will be at all times. </span></li><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Know what your limits are as to what you will do, and stick with them. Make certain that both you and the photographer are well aware of them. Leave if the photographer insists you go beyond them. (IE: Do nude when you don't want to.)</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Home studios are fine, just make sure that there is a separate changing area, with a lock. Always check your surroundings. Check for exits etc.</span></li></ul> <p><strong><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Protect your Future</span></strong></p> </blockquote> <ul><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">Don't ever do anything that you might be sorry for later. What you do today can affect your carreer later down the road. "If you pose for a photo that you cannot show your family and friends, and be proud of it, it wasn't worth doing". Mainly YOU should be proud of it.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:85%;">There should always be a modeling agreement"release" signed before the shoot, some might prefer after. As long as you get one it should be ok. Make sure in the agreement that you have knowledge of where and how your images are going to be displayed. Try to have full say in this.... If at all possible.</span></li></ul><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:arial;font-size:85%;" >====<br />Bob Hubbard is a professional photographer specializing in martial arts event, nature and portrait photography. He is also the CEO of <a href="http://silverstarsites.net/">SilverStar WebDesigns Inc</a>, a web design and hosting company specializing in martial arts sites, as well as an administrator on the popular martial arts communities <a href="http://martialtalk.com/">MartialTalk.com</a>, <a href="http://kenpotalk.com/">Kenpotalk.com</a> and <a href="http://fmatalk.com/">FMATalk.com</a>. His martial arts photography can be found there as well as at his martial arts photography web site, <a href="http://martialphotos.com/">martialphotos.com</a>. He may be reached through these sites.<br />Copyright </span><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:arial;font-size:85%;" >© </span><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:arial;font-size:85%;" >2008 - <a href="http://bobhubbard.net/">Bob Hubbard</a> - All Rights Reserved<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Permission is granted to reprint this article on websites, blogs and ezines provided all text, links and authors bio is left intact.</span></span>Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-67869797202758702802008-12-07T00:01:00.000-05:002008-12-07T00:01:00.482-05:00Advice for Photographers By Bob Hubbard<p class="blogSubject"> <span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;" >Advice for Photographers </span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;" >By Bob Hubbard</span><br /></p> <p style="font-family: arial;" class="blogContent">From <a href="http://bobhubbardphotography.com/" target="_self">http://bobhubbardphotography.com</a><br />==============<br /><br /></p><h3 style="font-family: arial;" align="center">Advice</h3> <p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;">As I continue to study and learn about the art of photography, I am amazed at both it's simplicity, and it's complexity. What follows are a few nuggets that I've learned so far on this journey. </span></p> <p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Lighting is key</strong></span></p> <ul style="font-family:arial;"><li> <span style="font-size:85%;"> Having the right amount and the right type of light is crucial to taking a good photo.</span></li><li> <span style="font-size:85%;">Not enough, and it can appear hazy or underdeveloped. </span></li><li> <span style="font-size:85%;">Too much, and you can wash out the high spots as well as the colors. </span></li><li> <span style="font-size:85%;">The wrong angle can make your photo appear too flat, or lifeless. </span></li><li> <span style="font-size:85%;">Not all light sources are equal. Lightbulbs give off different colors of light, all of which effect your photo differently. Whenever possible, shoot using true natural type light.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;">Understand lighting setups. A bright flash right in front of the subject is usually bad. Off set it to one side to create complimentary shadows and show depth. Use additional lighting to highlight details, or 'cut out' your subject from the background.</span></li></ul> <p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Backgrounds</strong></span></p> <ul style="font-family:arial;"><li><span style="font-size:85%;">Avoid overly cluttered backgrounds. If the background is too busy, your subject can become lost in the confusion.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;">Use wide apatures and fast shutter speeds to create a narrow depth of field/view to keep your subject in focus but throw your background out of focus. This is usually not possible with consumer grade point and shoot cameras.</span></li></ul> <p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Shutter Speeds</strong></span></p> <ul style="font-family:arial;"><li> <p><span style="font-size:85%;">Understanding the relationship between shutter speed and motion can help you to get the action shots. Too slow, and it appears blurry. Too fast, and you can lose important depth and tone.</span></p> </li></ul> <p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Stability</strong></span></p> <ul style="font-family:arial;"><li> <p><span style="font-size:85%;">Unless you have the hands of a surgeon, using a tripod is a good idea, especially when dealing with slower shutter speeds.</span></p> </li></ul> <p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Expensive does not equal better.</strong></span></p> <ul style="font-family:arial;"><li> <p><span style="font-size:85%;">You can spend $100 on a midrange consumer digicam, or $30,000 on a top of the line professional rig. If you don't understand the relationships between lighting, shutter speed, and all the other bits you can adjust on your camera, you will take bad photos. A low end camera will adjust things for you. The fancier ones require you to do it yourself. Learn on the low end, then move up as your skills progress.</span></p> </li></ul> <p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Spending a fortune on gear is not needed for a hobbyist.</strong></span></p> <ul style="font-family:arial;"><li> <p><span style="font-size:85%;">You can spend $200 on a pro-style light rig, or under $25 on a good quality natural light bulb, a shop reflector, and a cheap tripod to clamp it onto. The later is comparable in effect, but a lot cheaper to learn with. </span></p> </li></ul> <p style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Know your Legal Rights</strong></span></p> <ul style="font-family:arial;"><li><span style="font-size:85%;"><a href="http://www.krages.com/phoright.htm" target="_blank">Your Rights When You Are Stopped or Confronted for Photography</a> by Bert Krages, Attorney at Law</span></li></ul><br /><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:arial;font-size:85%;" >====<br />Bob Hubbard is a professional photographer specializing in martial arts event, nature and portrait photography. He is also the CEO of <a href="http://silverstarsites.net/">SilverStar WebDesigns Inc</a>, a web design and hosting company specializing in martial arts sites, as well as an administrator on the popular martial arts communities <a href="http://martialtalk.com/">MartialTalk.com</a>, <a href="http://kenpotalk.com/">Kenpotalk.com</a> and <a href="http://fmatalk.com/">FMATalk.com</a>. His martial arts photography can be found there as well as at his martial arts photography web site, <a href="http://martialphotos.com/">martialphotos.com</a>. He may be reached through these sites.<br />Copyright </span><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:arial;font-size:85%;" >© </span><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:arial;font-size:85%;" >2008 - <a href="http://bobhubbard.net/">Bob Hubbard</a> - All Rights Reserved<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Permission is granted to reprint this article on websites, blogs and ezines provided all text, links and authors bio is left intact.</span></span>Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-38060635874657580992008-12-01T14:21:00.001-05:002008-12-01T14:21:31.741-05:00Buffalo Martial Arts and Fitness Expo October 17 & 18, 2009<span style="font-size: 180%;"><b><span style="font-family: Arial;">Buffalo</span><span style="font-family: Arial;"> Martial Arts and Fitness Expo</span></b></span><span style="font-size: 130%;"><b><span style="font-family: Arial;"><br />October 17 & 18, 2009</span></b></span><br /><div align="left"><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 100%;">We are proud to announce that on October 17 & 18 Buffalo, NY will host the first annual <b>Buffalo Martial Arts and Fitness Expo.</b></span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 100%;">Whether you are relatively new to martial arts or a seasoned martial artist, the Buffalo Martial Arts and Fitness Expo has something for everyone. Special features of the event will include two international tournaments and seminars taught by industry leaders, along with a premier trade show.</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 100%;">On October 17, the Expo will feature the <b>Queen City Laban Laro VII</b>. The Queen City Laban Laro is one of the area’s longest running tournaments. This year’s event has more divisions that any other regional tournament offers. To date, there are 170 divisions. In addition to the standard events of forms, weapons and fighting that most competitions offer, there will also be divisions in grappling, stick fighting, self defense, breaking and musical forms. For more information on the Queen City Laban Laro, go to <a href="http://www.queencitylabanlaro.com/" target="_blank">www.queencitylabanlaro.com</a></span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 100%;">On October 18, the Expo will host the second <b>Can-Am Border Battle</b>. This will be an international team competition featuring weapons, kata, point fighting and stick fighting as its events. In addition to individual awards to competitors, there are also team medals for the countries participating in this event. Last year’s results had the gold medal and Can-Am Cup going to Team Canada, Team USA took silver and NAFMA International took bronze. For more information go to <a href="http://www.canamborderbattle.com/" target="_blank">www.canamborderbattle.com</a></span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 100%;">The trade show will have a variety of vendors from supply companies to consulting firms. There will also be demonstrations, seminars and workshops from industry leaders to world renowned Grandmasters. Check the Expo’s website <a href="http://www.buffalomartialartsexpo.com/" target="_blank">www.buffalomartialartsexpo.com</a> regularly for added classes and instructors</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 100%;">Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this unique martial arts experience!</span></span><br /><br /><br /><br /> </div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 100%;">For more information contact:<br />Datu Tim Hartman<br /></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 100%;">Phone: 716-675-0899 <br />E-mail: <a href="mailto:admin@horizonma.com">admin@horizonma.com</a><br />Web <a href="http://www.buffalomartialartsexpo.com/" target="_blank">www.buffalomartialartsexpo.com</a></span></span>Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-67939795313157254322008-12-01T00:01:00.001-05:002008-12-01T00:01:01.064-05:00Taking Better Action Photos By Bob Hubbard<span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-weight: bold;">Taking Better Action Photos</span><br /> <span style="font-family: arial; font-weight: bold;">By Bob Hubbard</span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: arial;">Ever been at a martial arts or other sporting event and taken pictures and not been happy with what you got? Were the eyes red and demonic looking, or did the subjects look like blurs or whispery ghosts? Here's a couple of suggestions to help you improve your shots.</span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: arial; font-weight: bold;">1 - Know your camera settings.</span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: arial;">Most people simply put their camera on "automatic" and hope for the best. This works in most cases, but action shots require a bit more knowledge to get right. Check and see if your camera has an "Action" or "Sports" mode. These settings use preset settings from the manufacturer to try and optimize your camera to capture fast moving action. While not perfect, it will usually improve what you do get.</span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: arial; font-weight: bold;">2 - Use your Flash.</span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: arial;">Yes, even in what to you looks like a nice and bright room, using your flash can help to "freeze" the action for your camera to catch it, and will add some pop to your shot.</span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: arial; font-weight: bold;">3 - Enable Red Eye protection.</span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: arial;">Many current pocket cameras today include a mode that ties to minimize those evil glowing demon eyes you get when using flash. Red eye is caused by the flash being too close to the lense, and the flash being "seen" in the eye. This is part of why professional photographers use those special grips and have the flash way up over the camera. If your flash is too harsh, try taping a little tissue paper over the light to soften it. Be aware that doing so will shorten the range and brightness of the light.</span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: arial; font-weight: bold;">4 - Know what ISO your camera is set at.</span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: arial;">Simply put, properly setting your camera's ISO will improve your pictures. A low ISO like 100-200 tends to be sharp, clear. High ISO's like 800-1600= ten to be on the fuzzy side, and grainy. So, why use a high ISO? The higher the number the more light sensitive your digital film is. Use a high ISO in low light situations. </span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: arial; font-weight: bold;">5 - Take some test shots.</span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: arial;">Digital cameras are great in that you can take as many shots as you want and not have to worry about bad ones. Before the event, take some test shots and preview them on the screen. Delete the ones that are really off, tweak your settings and try a few more. </span><br /> <br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: arial;">Sports photography is a fun activity, but getting the best quality shots takes a little work. I hope that these tips help you enjoy your photography more.</span><br /> <br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: arial;">====</span><br /> <span style="font-family: arial;">Bob Hubbard is a professional photographer specializing in martial arts event, nature and portrait photography. He is also the CEO of <a href="http://silverstarsites.net/">SilverStar WebDesigns Inc</a>, a web design and hosting company specializing in martial arts sites, as well as an administrator on the popular martial arts communities <a href="http://martialtalk.com/">MartialTalk.com</a>, <a href="http://kenpotalk.com/">Kenpotalk.com</a> and <a href="http://fmatalk.com/">FMATalk.com</a>. His martial arts photography can be found there as well as at his martial arts photography web site, <a href="http://martialphotos.com/">martialphotos.com</a>. He may be reached through these sites.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: arial;">Copyright </span></span>© <span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family: arial;">2008 - <a href="http://bobhubbard.net/">Bob Hubbard</a> - All Rights Reserved</span><br /> <span style="font-family: arial; font-style: italic;">Permission is granted to reprint this article on websites, blogs and ezines provided all text, links and authors bio is left intact.</span></span>Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-223476084378922982008-11-28T23:47:00.001-05:002008-11-28T23:48:48.703-05:00Light MonthLooks like November turned out to be a lot lighter than I'd hoped. Check back starting December 1st for new articles, photos and tips.<br /><br />Happy Holidays!Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-23866971591587967482008-11-01T12:40:00.000-04:002008-11-06T12:40:56.721-05:00Light WeekDue to the election and being swamped, the first week of November will be a little light in content. We'l be back to usual shortly.Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-2769221995993363922008-10-31T00:01:00.001-04:002008-10-31T00:01:00.289-04:00POTD: October 31, 2008<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_aUKaVXOBdww/SPqtu6iCKVI/AAAAAAAAAFg/OrPm1uHUh8M/s1600-h/itsbob.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_aUKaVXOBdww/SPqtu6iCKVI/AAAAAAAAAFg/OrPm1uHUh8M/s320/itsbob.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5258706536406067538" border="0" /></a><br />Happy Halloween from "Bob"Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-34244482868873075152008-10-30T00:01:00.002-04:002008-10-30T00:01:00.637-04:00POTD: October 30, 2008<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_aUKaVXOBdww/SPqs2Y0nWNI/AAAAAAAAAFQ/_QLfbiwfHdU/s1600-h/062506DSC_0179.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_aUKaVXOBdww/SPqs2Y0nWNI/AAAAAAAAAFQ/_QLfbiwfHdU/s320/062506DSC_0179.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5258705565284522194" border="0" /></a><br />Datu Hartman on the floor during Sensei Gerry DiSanto seminar @ Horizon Martial Arts<br />June 25 2006Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-214698367945433281.post-84089710325915530522008-10-29T00:01:00.001-04:002008-10-29T00:01:00.962-04:00POTD: October 29, 2008<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_aUKaVXOBdww/SPqs-0_Ce-I/AAAAAAAAAFY/YUMULmi8NrU/s1600-h/062506DSC_01799.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_aUKaVXOBdww/SPqs-0_Ce-I/AAAAAAAAAFY/YUMULmi8NrU/s320/062506DSC_01799.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5258705710283389922" border="0" /></a><br />Sensei Gerry DiSanto @ Horizon Martial Arts<br />June 25 2006Bob Hubbardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07775696123748716024noreply@blogger.com0