C.A. Boylan

Covering The Photo Beat; Car Bag Lighting Kits Plus A Paper Clip And 4GB SD Memory Card
C.A. Boylan  |  Sep 01, 2007

D-SLR Starter Kit From LEE Filters
This Starter Kit offers D-SLR users a comprehensive filter system designed to fit their specific needs. It includes an assembled filter holder, a ProGlass 0.6 ND Standard, a 0.6 ND Hard Grad, a three filter pouch, and a cleaning cloth. These glass ND filters were created for use with digital cameras; they absorb more...

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Book Reviews
Book Reviews
C.A. Boylan  |  Sep 01, 2007

The Education Of A Photographer; edited by Charles H. Traub, Steven Heller, and Adam B. Bell; Allworth Press, 256 pages; $19.95; (ISBN: 1-58115-4450-X)
In order to become a great photographer one must acquire many skills but it takes much more than technical expertise to rise above the competition. This informative book contains 51 comprehensive essays...

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Book Reviews
Book Reviews
C.A. Boylan  |  Jul 01, 2007

Face Of Fashion; by Susan Bright, Photographs by Mert Alas, Marcus Piggott, Corinne Day, Steven Klein, Paolo Roversi, and Mario Sorrenti, essay by Vince Aletti; Aperture Foundation, 232 pages; $60; (ISBN: 978-1-59711-039-6)
Face Of Fashion explores one of today's hottest trends in fashion photography. This collection of portraits departs from...

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Covering The Photo Beat; PhotoLight Frames, Portfolio Cases, And A Creative Aperture Kit
C.A. Boylan  |  Jun 01, 2007

Creative Aperture Kit From Lensbabies
Lensbabies has introduced their new Creative Aperture Kit. Made for use with the Lensbaby 3G and 2.0 SLR lenses, the kit contains one star-shaped aperture disk, one heart-shaped disk, and five blank disks. The blanks can be custom shaped by using a paper punch or knife. The Lensbaby Creative Aperture Kit has a retail...

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Book Reviews
Book Reviews
C.A. Boylan  |  May 01, 2007

Fine Art Photography: Water, Ice And Fog: Photographic Techniques And The Art Of Interpretation For Digital And Film Photographers; by Tony Sweet; Stackpole Books, 112 pages; $19.95; (ISBN: 978-0-8117-3349-6)
Accomplished photographer, workshop instructor, author, and lecturer Tony Sweet brings us this beautifully crafted book. It contains a fine collection of...

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Covering The Photo Beat; “Rock” Tripods, Tilt Heads, Background Panels, And A Moon Unit
C.A. Boylan  |  May 01, 2007

The Rock Tripod Series From Carson Optical
The new "Rock" series of tripods includes four models: The Rock Professional, which can be adjusted from 26" to 65"; The Rock Deluxe, from 25" to 61"; The Rock Original, from 21" to 54"; and The Rock Junior, from 11" to 181¼2". The Rock Professional...

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Covering The Photo Beat; Battery Grips, Walkstools, And A Computer Sleeve
C.A. Boylan  |  Apr 01, 2007

The ABR800 Studio Ringflash From AlienBees
The ABR800 is a self-contained ringflash system designed for use with nearly all digital SLRs. It weighs 2.5 lbs and has a built-in 320 ws power supply, plus a modeling light. It ships with a universal camera mounting system that allows you to use the ABR800 handheld or mounted to a tripod or a swivel light stand.

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Covering The Photo Beat; Camera Support Gear, And A Waterproof Camera Housing
C.A. Boylan  |  Mar 01, 2007

The Stuff-It Lens Cloth From Carson
This microfiber lens cleaning cloth is housed in a 2" cone to prevent it from picking up dust and dirt that may harm the delicate surface of the lens. The Stuff-It lens cloth can be easily attached to your belt loop, gear bag, or backpack with the aid of its key clip. Contact: Carson Optical, 35 Gilpin Ave....

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Book Reviews
Book Reviews
C.A. Boylan  |  Mar 01, 2007

Photography In Japan: 1853-1912; by Terry Bennett; Tuttle Publishing, 320 pages; $65; (ISBN: 0-8048-3633-7)
In 1853 Commodore Perry made it possible for the world to explore the wonders of Japan. Due to the rapid influx of outside ideas and innovations the traditional Japanese way of life experienced a sudden transformation from a feudal society to...

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Covering The Photo Beat; Battery Flash Generators, Ink Flow Systems, Wet & Dry Swabs, And A Telescoping Tripod
C.A. Boylan  |  Feb 01, 2007

The CD Easel From TAP
The CD Easel, which holds one CD or DVD and one print, was designed as a way to ship or store CDs and easily transforms into a photo frame to display the print on a desk or shelf. It is crafted from linen-finish stock that can be imprinted with a studio logo or company name. Contact: Taprell Loomis, 2160 Superior Ave., Cleveland, OH...

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