Summer 2014 is almost over. I've been struck by the number of photographers who are able to create really excellent "looking" photographs and images, those that result in a, "Hey that looks nice!" response. I too like that "professional" look, but after browsing through almost a decade's worth of images, what's most important at the end of the day? For me it was being able to capture a singular moment in time that prompts discussion, remembering where we were when the image was made, how we felt, and so on.

I spend a lot of time on post-production because I am still hyper-focussed on color correction, skin tone perception, and making sure that lighting is good in each and every image I deliver. That's just me I suppose.

Many people believe that we've reached a plateau, a stable point, in photography. Is that true? Who knows. My  current projects involve wading through my image archive, culling, cutting, re-filing, and backing up my images.

For this Fall through Winter I'm responding to the question, "Where are the images of me?" within the greater context of community. More later.

Fall Camera recommendations: Be honest with yourself. If you really aren't going to take the time to learn the ins and outs of any one camera system keep it basic and stick with your mid-low end "prosumer" Canon or Nikon, and check out the Sony RX100/Alpha line. Pocketable wonders:worth their time to learn: Fuji X100/X-Pro1, otherwise stick to your Apple iPhone/Samsung Galaxy 4/5/HTC M8 everyday photos.

Don't forget to tag, keyword, sensible re-name your best shots!

Thanks,

Mr. Jackson

2014-09-02