On Location Photography

By Rick Sammon

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In this video series photographer Rick Sammon goes through some location shoots around the Tampa Bay area

What Is In The Bag? (10:29) Rick opens up his camera bag and goes through the gear he uses when going out on location to shoot
Scenic Photography (03:04) Be sure to check out all the details at a location so that you capture enough images to tell the whole story
On Location Portraiture (06:31) Take the time to make the picture. An important part of this process is controlling the light with filters and diffusers
Indoor Low-Light Shooting (06:15) Find a good background, set your exposure, boost your exposure, and make sure to keep your subject involved
Birds in Flight (02:52) When shooting a fast-moving subject, shoot with a fast shutter speed in shutter priority mode
Capturing the Flavor (02:48) It's important to keep in mind the difference between what we see and what the camera sees
Quick Tips (06:59) Visit the gift shop and look at postcards, seek out opportunities, and remember: if you don't know, ask someone who does
Seek Out the Pictures (02:07) Get there early, don't make hasty decisions, and take the fun shots
Single Off-Camera Flash (05:13) Set up your lighting ahead of time, and balancing the flash with the available light
Shooting Action in Low Light (02:30) Adjust shutter speed, move the flash, and you can lower the shutter to create an artistic effect
Before and After (01:39) Rick shoots some Flamenco dancers in action and talks about his camera settings after the show
Animals in Captivity (05:53) This is a great time if you have an auto exposure bracketing setting on your camera. Remember to always expose for the highlights
Action! (01:24) You have to be ready for the action. This is especially important when shooting animals
Patience Pays (00:50) It's a good rule of thumb to always be patient, and it's especially important when shooting wildlife

Course Time: 00 Hours 58 Minutes

J. Aponte

Jun 28 2012

Rick's style is simple and refreshing. Keeps info up to date. He's a down to earth photographer. Love his style and..... jokes.

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