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Light Painting the Still Life - The Importance of Distribution of Light Mar 25, 2025

One of the crucial aspects of creating an image with great depth, dimension, and detail is proper exposure. While it’s a complex topic, I aim to establish a connection between achieving a proper exposure and using the appropriate amount of motion in the light.

I refer to this movement in the light ...

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Light Painting The Still Life... Vintage Beaulieu R16 Movie Camera Feb 21, 2025

 

"Vintage Beaulieu R16 Movie Camera" Photograph © Harold Ross

I have always been a still photographer and have never really ventured into motion imagery. That said, I have always admired the design of certain movie cameras.

Some of my favorites are the vintage versions of the Beaulieu movie ca...

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Light Painting the Still Life Success Stories - Jenn Gershon Feb 05, 2025

I find it incredibly rewarding to witness the success of my students, whether it's through gallery representation, a featured exhibition, a magazine feature, or just the creation of beautiful images!

This is the fifth in my interview series, and it features the work and words of Jenn Gershon, who c...

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Light Painting my Father's "Strait-Line" Chalk Line, c1950s Jan 29, 2025

 

 "My Father's Chalk Line" by Harold Ross

 Many of you may have seen or even used a chalk line. This tool is designed to mark a very straight line on materials like lumber or metal. On the left side of the housing, there is a compartment for chalk, and the string is wound up like a fishing reel. ...

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Features of my Photoshop Plugin Panel Jan 28, 2025

 Hello friends,

I've written an article on how my Light Painting Foundation Course students have benefited from my Photoshop Panel. After hearing so many positive reviews, I wanted to share some of the advantages!

 Here is a very short summary, but to read more, click the link at the bottom!

Keep...

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Light Painting The Still Life Success Stories - Endre Balogh Jan 05, 2025

  I find it incredibly rewarding to witness the success of my students, whether it's through gallery representation, a featured exhibition, a magazine feature, or just the creation of beautiful images.

This is the fourth in my interview series, and it features the work and words of Endre Balogh.

P...

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Light Painting the Still Life Success Stories - Garreth Broesche Dec 07, 2024

This is the third in a series of "Success Stories";  interviews with my students who have met with success. In this post, I'd like to take a moment to discuss the meanings of “success”, which can be different for different people. Interestingly, Garreth Broesche, the subject of this post, speaks to ...

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Light Painting The Still Life Success Stories - Chris Jewett Oct 10, 2024

I find it incredibly rewarding to witness the success of my students, whether it's through gallery representation, a featured exhibition, a magazine feature, or just the creation of beautiful images.

I've decided to share some of these "Success Stories" through a series of posts.

This post feature...

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Light Painting The Still Life - Success Stories - Daniel Remer Oct 03, 2024

 I find it incredibly rewarding to witness the success of my students, whether it's through gallery representation, a featured exhibition, a magazine feature, or just the creation of beautiful images.

I've made the decision to share some of these "Success Stories" through a series of posts, most of...

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Light Painting The Still Life... Vintage Collins Legitimus Hammer Aug 31, 2024

"Collins Legitimus Hammer With Nails" by Harold Ross

Photography opportunities and subjects are abundant, and I strive to remain open to them at all times.

Often, however, friends or family provide me with subject matter that I would never have found on my own! I am always so grateful when this ...

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