In this week’s episode, we are on the Arizona Trail in Flagstaff, AZ doing a photo shoot! First, we discuss last week’s photo shoot, which was all about using your home as a portrait studio. I share my inspiration for the shoot and we discuss challenges and settings choices. Raymond also reveals the next photo gear I’ll be reviewing. Then, we take you on the Arizona Trail with us while we shoot! I talk about inspiration, wardrobe, location and the changing weather conditions! VIPs, log in to see the whole show!
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In the video below, I share photos and tips about using your home or hotel room to create an interesting environment for your portraits. I include photos from previous shoots I’ve done, plus some new photos like this one…

Technical Details:
Nikon D800 + 85mm f/1.8
Aperture- f/2
Shutter Speed- 1/125
ISO- 220

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I’ve already reviewed the Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8 lens. You can find that full review here. In the video below, I discuss my personal feelings about this lens, going beyond my standard review topics. Also below, you can download a full-sized JPEG image that I took with the lens! That way, you can really take a look into the image quality. VIPs, scroll down below the JPEG download to log in and download more JPEG and RAW images!
You can download the full-sized JPEG image by clicking, then saving the photo below…
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VIPs – In this week’s VIP Show, we consider news and even some camera rumors, Raymond tells us about his editing process for the photos taken with the 50mm f/1.8 Series E manual focus lens, and we discuss why old lenses are so cool. I think I even came up with my next photography project during this show!
Here’s a list of the contents of the video…
Intro, News & Rumors at 0:00

Raymond’s Editing Process at 8:35

Old Lenses Are Cool and Potential Projects at 15:25

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It’s time for a retro review! I pulled out my old Nikon 50mm f/1.8 Series E manual focus lens and used it on my new Nikon D810 to see how it would do! Check out a sample photo and the review below. VIPs, log in to see a gallery of images from my time around Northern Arizona with the lens!

Technical Specifications:
Nikon D810 + 50mm f/1.8 Series E MF
Aperture- f/1.8
Shutter Speed- 1/60
ISO- 200

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In this week’s show, I share the entire, uncut behind-the-scenes footage from a photo shoot Raymond and I did to support my review of the Nikon 50mm f/1.8 MF lens! In 40 minutes, you see in the car on the way to the location, our antics at the location, and my thoughts on the way out! Sign in to see the show!
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