Showing posts with label Photography. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Photography. Show all posts

Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Upgrading To A DSLR Camera


Well, Xenia has decided to take the plunge and get a DSLR camera.  I never thought I would do it, but since I have become a serious blogger I really want to be able to take a lot of my own photographs.  I have a really good digital camera by Olympus that does take pretty decent pictures, but I want to take better pictures.  I want my photos to be sharper and clearer.  I want colors to jump out at me when I look at my photos.  
 

The photos here represents the camera that I ordered from Amazon.  It wasn't too expensive as DSLR cameras go.  Since it is my first DSLR camera I didn't want to spend a ton of money.  I purchased the EOS Rebel T3 12.2 MP CMOS Digital SLR with 18-55mm IS II Lens and EOS HD Movie Mode by Canon.  Amazon had the best price on it as far as I could tell doing my research.  As I learn how to use this camera I can add other accessories such as lenses.  This camera is highly recommended for those making the switch to DSLR for the first time. 

In March I am taking a one day class on basic photography for bloggers.  The class does offer each student the use of a DSLR camera if you need to borrow one, but it is better to come with your own.  I want to learn on a camera that I already own.  I am very excited about the class.  I am not looking to make photography a second career, but I am a creative person so sharpening my photography skills is right up my alley.  I know that I will have a lot of fun with it; especially during the warmer seasons.

Do you have a DSLR camera?  If so what kind do you have?


 

Saturday, January 12, 2013

Brown Madonna and Child by Edward L. Allen

Brown Madonna and Child - Photographed by Edward Latimore Allen in 1930.


Harlem photographer Edward L. Allen (1907-1977)

Edward Allen grew up in New York City during the Harlem Renaissance period.  When Allen was 16 years old and still a student at DeWitt Clinton High School, he accepted an apprenticeship at a white owned company that supported end encouraged talented African-Americans.

Edward Allen's photography studio was located at 213 West 121st Street in Harlem.  Allen did portraiture photography and other commissioned work for advertising.  Allen's career as a professional photographer ended when he enlisted in the US Army.  After the army Edward Allen live the remainder of his life in Washington D.C.


    Video of Edward Latimore Allen working in his studio in Harlem, New York