This time we go in a little deeper in the camera bag, and see some of the needed bits for a pro on the job.

You also get a great perspective on women photographers working these gigs. With a real world message to women in the profession or thinking about it, Katy Winn gives support before you’ve even asked for it. Solid citizen.

One of the cool things about this next video is that it’s the first time we’ve interviewed a female photographer. Nothing intentional, but glad we did. And for our female readers, apologies for taking this long.
To the dudes: you needed another perspective.
Katy Winn is a news and entertainment photographer who works Fashion Week for Getty Images. She lets us in on the equipment choices for her assignments, in this 2 part series.

Extremely talented and charming, you’ll dig seeing the gear she uses, but stay tuned for Part 2 where she also gives some great advice. And check out her bio:

Katy Winn is a photojournalist based in New York City. Trained from the age of eight by an award winning photojournalist with over twenty years of experience in the field, Katy Winn began her professional career as a Wedding and Political Events Photographer. Now a graduate of Salve Regina University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Katy’s range spans the world of music and concerts, celebrity events , and newsworthy issues including press conferences, protests, and editorial features.

A contributor and stringer for Corbis, Everett Collection, Getty Images , and AFP, her list of clients include Newsweek, LIFE Magazine,TIME Magazine,Business Week, MTV, Forbes Magazine, MSNBC,NPR Official Website, The Boston Globe, The Harvard Review,The Washington Tribune, Los Angeles Daily News, The Los Angeles Times, The New York Post, The Committee to Protect Journalists, Rolling Stone Magazine,Cosmopolitan,Maxim Magazine, Stuff Magazine, Glamour Magazine, AM New York, Jane Magazine, In Touch Magazine, The Ramones Official Fansight,Blackheart Records,The New York Dolls Official Website,Fotobanco Italy, Marie France, People Magazine, US Weekly, Fat City Magazine, Entertainment Weekly, The Daily Magazine, Trans Hi Publications, NBC Local Affiliate News Channels, Nationally Syndicated Infomercials, The University of Massachusetts, Shirley Maclaine’s Official Web Site, Christina Ricci’s Photo Website, The Mooney Suzuki’s Official Website,The Sexy Magazines Official Website,The Britbus Tour Official Website and Curry Printing Portland, and a bevvy of Bookcovers.

Oh yeah.

We’re back with Part 2 and going a little deeper into the bag. Great, real world tips that the working photographer or the newbie needs to know.

How to prolong the life of your flash, fixing things on the fly, what to bring to the job and why. As a Getty Images assignment photographer, he gets the plum jobs and some prime shooting locations.

A photojournalist, he realizes that the business has shifted now to the strong commerce of the entertainment scene, as opposed to the news of the world.

It’s the world we live in.
And Frazer is damn good at what he does.

Last weekend in LA, it was the super bowl of celebrity events: The Oscars. And that meant that Frazer Harrison of Getty Images was working his tail off. Plus he shot the Independent Spirit Awards, the indie Oscars, the day before.
Busy, busy ,busy.
But we were able to catch up with him after the madness ( although we taped him just before going to another premiere with Kate Beckinsale) and take a look at what gear he uses to get the job done.

With over 22 years in the business, Frazer is a total pro with enough tips and advice that you can’t miss. Or shouldn’t miss.
There was so much great stuff , that we have Part 1 AND Part 2.
Not only does he show you what’s in the bag, but why. And what works well, and what he has to make do with.

Thanks again, Frazer for your time.I know everyone out there will get something out of the share.
Cheers!

[photopress:06.jpg,full,centered] A few weeks ago we told you about this little goodie that was just plain fun. The XShot is a great idea that puts you into your point and shoot shots. ( remember , this will support the weight of a point and shot, but not a DSLR)
I’ve had a bunch of family around these days and this is a blast. Camera-on-a-stick as one person called it; packs small ,plays big.
And now the good folks at XShot have sent us one of these, to give to one of you. And we’ll be adding some other goodies to the package which will be revealed in the NEWSLETTER.

Oh and check this video for a pretty cool effect. Just 30 sec.

Reminded us of the shot from MEAN STREETS with Harvey Keitel in the bar, getting wasted.
Yes , that was mastery from Martin Scorcese, but you’ll get the idea of the shot.
And it’s Friday. You should have a little video at least.

Now, one of the cool things we get here on the site is that manufacturers know that you will get great use out of the goodies in the weekly giveaway. Sometimes we supply, sometimes they supply. But you are always the winner.

We’ve lined up some amazing things coming up in the next weeks, so keep watching this space.

Today we shot some new video for you, and are busy editing tonight. We can tell you, it involves a Getty Images photographer who reveals what you want to know. Coming soon.

Oh right, the weekly giveaway…..

1. Make sure you are signed up for the NEWSLETTER, either here on on the HOME page right hand column. Only those signed up are eligible.
Thenâ€:..
2. check your email inbox on Weds. @ 9:00 AM PST
3. open the email from damonw@photoinduced.com and Hit Reply
4. Delete the main body of the email (saving server space).
5. Put the “special phrase” – included in the NEWSLETTERonly,in the subject line.
6. Add a shipping address.
7. Hit send.
The 39th person to reply will be sent
the XSHOT (plus some surprises)

No guitar licks to get right, trivia questions to answer, or video game controllers to wave at the TV. Not here.
Just a simple email reply.

And We Ship ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD!