In episode 48 I give you a rundown of lens filters and their uses. Some are really useful, but some types are redundant. Sites mentioned in this episode: Close-up filters at B&H Nigel Danson's Youtube channel Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads, including the Pricing Calculator, mini-courses, and videos of how I process my RAW images. Photo-a-Day for 2022 is on Instagram - #50mmFramework Join the Facebook Group and ask as many questi...
Mar 27, 2022•12 min•Ep. 48
Episode 47 is all about making money as a travel photographer. Once you have a plan, start local and make sure you can sell your images. If they sell, the rest is easy. Sites mentioned in this episode: Adobe Stock Shutter stock Big stock iStock Pond5 Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads, including the Pricing Calculator, mini-courses, and videos of how I process my RAW images. Photo-a-Day for 2022 is on Instagram - #50mmFramework Join the...
Mar 21, 2022•13 min•Ep. 47
Episode 46 covers using Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) & Focus Stacking. Learning these techniques is sure to improve your results. Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads, including the Pricing Calculator, mini-courses, and videos of how I process my RAW images. Photo-a-Day for 2022 is on Instagram - #50mmFramework Join the Facebook Group and ask as many questions as you like. Leave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com/pqa Support ...
Mar 14, 2022•11 min•Ep. 46
Episode 45 is How to shoot a silhouette? It's really easy, I'll take you through the steps. Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads, including the Pricing Calculator, mini-courses, and videos of how I process my RAW images. Photo-a-Day for 2022 is on Instagram - #50mmFramework Join the Facebook Group and ask as many questions as you like. Leave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com/pqa Support the show PhotographySideHustle.com - SpeakPi...
Mar 07, 2022•10 min•Ep. 45
This is guaranteed to improve the quality of your photography. I've been doing it every day since New Year's day and it has helped me get creative. A transcript of this podcast is available here - Transcript Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads, including the Pricing Calculator, mini-courses, and videos of how I process my RAW images. Photo-a-Day for 2022 is on Instagram - #50mmFramework Join the Facebook Group and ask as many questions a...
Feb 27, 2022•11 min•Ep. 44
These are the 10 things that photographers should avoid doing. Shoot with a dirty lens Shoot with a dirty sensor No communicating with your customer Dressing too casual for a paid shoot Over-promising Not carrying everything you need Not securing your equipment No first aid kit Don’t use a new piece of equipment for the first time on a shoot Only shoot in manual mode A transcript of this podcast is available here - Transcript Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get acc...
Feb 21, 2022•14 min•Ep. 43
If you are a member of any online forums or Facebook groups, I’m pretty sure you have heard someone say, “I like to get my settings exactly right so I don’t have to edit”. Well, I say good for them, if they are satisfied with their results then that is great. But for the other 99.99% of us, that isn’t the story. A transcript of this podcast is available here - Transcript Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads, including the Pricing Calculat...
Feb 14, 2022•6 min•Ep. 42
These are the settings I use for sports and action shots. It's very simple to set your camera up to capture fast-moving subjects, so give it a go. Photopills.com A transcript of this podcast is available here - https://50mmframework.com/what-settings-do-i-need-to-capture-fast-moving-subjects/ Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads, including the Pricing Calculator, mini-courses, and videos of how I process my RAW images. Photo-a-Day for 202...
Feb 06, 2022•10 min•Ep. 41
This week's episode is about Histograms. A histogram is a graph that shows the brightness of the pixels in your image. The horizontal axis of the histogram goes from pure black on the left side, to the brightest white on the right. The vertical axis shows how many pixels are in that tone. In this episode I cover: What is a Histogram? How do I see the Histogram? Is it necessary to use a Histogram? How do you read a Histogram? Not in all cases Mistakes and Pitfalls A transcript of this podcast is ...
Jan 30, 2022•11 min•Ep. 40
The best way to produce bokeh is by using lenses that have wide apertures, low f/ numbers like f/2.8, and f/1.8. If you add separating the subject from the background method the bokeh will be even better. This is something you need to do and keep practicing. Being able to produce a nice bokeh will transform your photography. Episodes and Links mentioned in this episode: How do I create a blurred background? Photopills.com Episode 3 - "Lenses" Episode 13 - "Is it OK to shoot in Aperture Priority ...
Jan 23, 2022•8 min•Ep. 39
So what does Creative mean? Cre·a·tive Involving the imagination or original ideas, especially in the production of artistic work. Being creative involves using your imagination and creating original ideas. But that's easier said than done. Creativity wasn’t given out to everyone in equal measures. Some people come up with original ideas easily, others, me included, struggle to find new ideas. In this episode I cover.... How do you come up with new ideas? Shoot what excites you Creating a Story ...
Jan 16, 2022•11 min•Ep. 38
If you got a new camera for Christmas and don't know what to do with it, you've come to the right podcast. I’ve got my 1st camera, now what? OK, so you have just got a new camera, and you are wondering what all the weird dials and settings do. Well, it’s easier than you think, let’s get started. These are the subjects I cover in this episode: User Manual - click here What is Auto mode? What is Manual mode? Aperture Priority mode What settings do you need to change to take a photo? Aperture Shutt...
Jan 10, 2022•11 min•Ep. 37
In this episode, I explain how to shoot outdoor Christmas lights. Join the Facebook Group and ask as many questions as you like. Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads, including the Pricing Calculator, mini-courses, and videos of how I process my RAW images. Leave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com/pqa Support the show PhotographySideHustle.com - SpeakPipe - Facebook Group...
Jan 01, 2022•9 min•Ep. 36
Making your own Lightroom Presets and Photoshop Actions is really easy, give it a go. Join the Facebook Group and ask as many questions as you like. Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads, including the Pricing Calculator, mini-courses, and videos of how I process my RAW images. Leave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com/pqa Support the show PhotographySideHustle.com - SpeakPipe - Facebook Group...
Dec 18, 2021•10 min•Ep. 35
You can join the Facebook Group and ask as many questions as you like. Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads, including the Pricing Calculator, mini-courses, and videos of how I process my RAW images. Leave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com/pqa Support the show PhotographySideHustle.com - SpeakPipe - Facebook Group...
Dec 12, 2021•14 min•Ep. 34
This week is Branding Photography You can start your mailing list here: MailerLite Mailchimp You can join the Facebook Group and ask as many questions as you like. Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads, including the Pricing Calculator, mini-courses, and videos of how I process my RAW images. Leave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com/pqa Support the show PhotographySideHustle.com - SpeakPipe - Facebook Group...
Dec 05, 2021•10 min•Ep. 33
This is a new series on different types of photography business. Hopefully, it'll help you to decide what you want to shoot. This week is Pet Photography Check out CatsDog Photography - her work is incredible. You can join the Facebook Group and ask as many questions as you like. Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads, including the Pricing Calculator, mini-courses, and videos of how I process my RAW images. Leave a voice message for Andy a...
Nov 28, 2021•13 min•Ep. 32
This is a new series on different types of photography business. Hopefully, it'll help you to decide what you want to shoot. This week is Family Portraits You can join the Facebook Group and ask as many questions as you like. Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads, including the Pricing Calculator, mini-courses, and videos of how I process my RAW images. Leave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com/pqa I've been in your situation and it ...
Nov 22, 2021•26 min•Ep. 31
This is a new series on different types of photography business. Hopefully, it'll help you to decide what you want to shoot. This week is Real Estate Photography This is the group I mentioned for Real Estate Photography . Join and ask questions. A lot of excellent RE Photographers on there. You can join the Facebook Group and ask as many questions as you like. Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads and mini-courses, including videos of how ...
Nov 13, 2021•11 min•Ep. 30
This is a new series on different types of photography business. Hopefully, it'll help you to decide what you want to shoot. This week is Sports Photography You can join the Facebook Group and ask as many questions as you like. Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads and mini-courses, including videos of how I process my RAW images. Leave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com/pqa I've been in your situation and it sucks when you don't kn...
Nov 07, 2021•17 min•Ep. 29
This is a new series on different types of photography business. Hopefully, it'll help you to decide what you want to shoot. This week is Wedding Photography. If you would like to accept credit cards from your customers, sign up for: Paypal Square Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads and mini-courses, including videos of how I process my RAW images. You can join the Facebook Group and ask as many questions as you like. Leave a voice messa...
Oct 30, 2021•23 min•Ep. 28
This is a new series on different types of photography business. Hopefully, it'll help you to decide what you want to shoot. This week is Headshot Photography. I use Tony Taafe as an example, his website is tonytaafe.com and his work is amazing. Check him out. Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads and mini-courses, including videos of how I process my RAW images. You can join the Facebook Group and ask as many questions as you like. Leave ...
Oct 24, 2021•20 min•Ep. 27
This week there are 5 more common mistakes that stress me out :) 1. Centering the subject in all your images 2. Cutting things off at the edge of the frame 3. Think that having a great camera is enough 4. Taking attention away from the subject 5. Not looking what is behind your subject Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads and mini-courses, including videos of how I process my RAW images. You can join the Facebook Group and ask as many que...
Oct 16, 2021•14 min•Ep. 26
This week it's a bit of a rant about shooting in auto and charging money. "Why you should take control" Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads and mini-courses, including videos of how I process my RAW images. You can join the Facebook Group and ask as many questions as you like. Leave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com/pqa I've been in your situation and it sucks when you don't know what to do. So ask me as many questions as you lik...
Oct 10, 2021•10 min•Ep. 25
It's a short one this week, but still, the information you need. "Do I need to worry about privacy?" Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads and mini-courses, including videos of how I process my RAW images. You can join the Facebook Group and ask as many questions as you like. Leave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com/pqa I've been in your situation and it sucks when you don't know what to do. So ask me as many questions as you like a...
Oct 02, 2021•7 min•Ep. 24
"How do you find locations" Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads and mini-courses, including videos of how I process my RAW images. You can join the Facebook Group and ask as many questions as you like. Leave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com/pqa I've been in your situation and it sucks when you don't know what to do. So ask me as many questions as you like and I'll give you the answers you need. Support the show PhotographySideHu...
Sep 26, 2021•11 min•Ep. 23
"Can I use the 18-55mm in Manual Mode?" "What are the best settings for portraits?" ** I want to apologize to any Americans or Scottish listeners. I was going to do a royal prince that's in a bit of trouble and thought it might go too far. ** Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads and mini-courses, including videos of how I process my RAW images. You can join the Facebook Group if you need help. I've been in your situation and it sucks when...
Sep 19, 2021•12 min•Ep. 22
"Is it a Focus Problem? and Blurry Landscapes" I've been in your situation and it sucks when you don't know what to do. So ask me as many questions as you like and I'll give you the answers you need. Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads and mini-courses, including videos of how I process my RAW images. You can join the Facebook Group if you need help. Leave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com/pqa Visit Photopills.com for the Depth o...
Sep 12, 2021•15 min•Ep. 21
"Shooting Manual and Aperture Modes" Visit 50mmframework.com and become a Member. It's free and you get access to all the downloads and mini-courses, including today's video of how I process my RAW images. You can join the Facebook Group if you need help. Leave a voice question for Andy at SpeakPipe.com/pqa Visit Photopills.com for the Depth of Field calculator. Get your free 14-day trial and build your website over at SmugMug Support the show PhotographySideHustle.com - SpeakPipe - Facebook Gro...
Sep 05, 2021•8 min•Ep. 20
"How do I shoot products?" The headshot photographer that uses LED panels is Peter Hurley. Check out his website https://www.peterhurley.com/ Visit 50mmframework.com and get access to all the free downloads, blog posts, and access the Flickr Group. You can join the Facebook Group if you need help. Leave a voice question for Andy at SpeakPipe.com/pqa Support the show PhotographySideHustle.com - SpeakPipe - Facebook Group...
Aug 29, 2021•16 min•Ep. 19
