This past year was a photographic game changer, new equipment, software and a change in the way I was framing my work. I would like to think the hard work paid off. Time will tell.

One of the biggest hardware purchases came in the way of a drone. Specifically the Phantom 4. I have been following the drone technology for a while and I have been patiently waiting for the best time to jump in. There isn't really a good time to get in. I knew once I clicked  purchase next week a better faster drone would be available. That us just the way technology goes.

The Phantom has become just as important as my D800. I take it everywhere. I don't leave home without it. Drones have changed the face of photography forever and it's changing by the week.

One of my challenges is the format the camera takes. You get two options 16x9 or 4x3. I like the 16x9 format. You can always crop. It works well with the aerial feel of the image. Big, wide lots of real estate.

Do you have one? Been thinking about buying in? I would love to hear from you. Drop me an email.
Here is a link to my recent collection to my drone images.
Drone images.

Autumn photography

When I was riding my bike this past summer I would think to myself what a great shot this will be in the fall. I find myself retracing my bike routs from the summer. Going through alleys, neighbourhoods and parks to see what the season will bring. The sun is different, creating shadows that I never saw before. Creating new colors and angles of light that give that little extra to your images.

I find myself riding in more places looking at angles that I didn't see before. More stops and turns. I am getting a sign for my bike that reads "This bike makes sudden stops"

I know why I ride my bike instead of driving.

Last Saturday the sun and sky was just fantastic, thinking I would just jump in my car and drive around downtown Pittsburgh for a few I though easy shots, mistake. I could not get anywhere. Road closed here, can't park there. Oh forgot bridge closed for construction. One way streets. I found myself laughing in my car. What else could I do? I took a few shots just for the record and then found myself on my way home.

I'll be back!!

This time on my bike.

I love to ride my bike especially during the early morning and late afternoon. Ok pretty much the whole day. But those times are magical for photography. Mix in a little inclement weather and I am good to go. My bike gets me into places where a car just isn't practical. It also presents a different perspective of the landscape, angles and lighting all the elements critical to a good image. My choice of carry cameras, Nikon D70 or when available the canon G9. Both have been able to take the beating of riding the Pittsburgh streets. Have a favorite camera, let me know.

I though about having a Pittsburgh ride. You've heard of city walks? It's where a photographer gets a group of people together and walks through a particular part of a city. He does some instruction on composition and lighting, camera settings, etc. My ride would have a twist. Not only would you get some great shots but the riding would be great also. Wow what a deal. All this can be yours for one low price.
See ya.