It’s a tough world out there in photo manufacturing these days.
Everyone has an iPhone, and the compact camera market has taken a huge dive.
But those who know photography know that these phones, while terrific, have severe limitations. Like depth in images, and digital file quality.
I’ll always carry both an iPhone with some Olloclip lenses, and a compact mirrorless camera in the daily bag. When there is money on the table, out comes the Nikon D810 DSLR. Every camera has wi-fi now, whether built in or via Eye-Fi. Just the way it is.

Canon now introduces their latest entries into that compact market. They’ve been strong in the category for years, and here is an interchangeable lens version, and a built-in lens model.
PowerShot G5 X and Slim & Stylish PowerShot G9

and the EOS M10, with the vari angle LCD, perfect for the selfie crowd.

I haven’t put my hands on these, so this is an announcement post only.
The official word:
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Seems like a good time to get the iPad Pro!
And get that Photoshop Fix app for free and see what you think! Modified Retouching Photoshop tools for iPad and iPhone. Access you images from the cloud (if you are on Adobe CC)

At Adobe MAX 2015, the world’s leading creativity conference, Adobe (Nasdaq:ADBE) today outlines its vision for Creative Cloud — a “connected creative canvas” where people create and share their work from anywhere. With millions of members around the world, Creative Cloud brings together essential desktop and mobile apps; a growing marketplace for content, assets and talent; and a vibrant community where creatives can showcase their work and find inspiration. Adding to Creative Cloud momentum, the company today shipped two new mobile apps, Photoshop Fix and Capture CC, enabling quick retouching and asset capture on the go and announced new Touch capabilities across Creative Cloud desktop applications including Photoshop CC, Illustrator CC and Premiere Pro CC. Adobe is also highlighting its patented CreativeSync technology, which powers connections between desktop and mobile apps and the assets creatives use every day. In addition, video content is coming soon to Adobe Stock, the company’s royalty-free collection of high-quality photos, illustrations and graphics.
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When I left LA, there were 95 boxes of photo books that went into storage.
Since moving into a city where space is at a premium, my book purchases have taken a nose dive, and only a very select few make it through the front door. Yes, I’m talking about the printed books, not the ones that live on my iPad.
Today one of the finest books I’ve seen in a long while showed up in the mail.
Multitude, Solitude The Photographs of Dave Heath
Have to call this my choice for Photo Book of the Year. Rare do you find a combination of salient text, along with a full collection of a master photographers work, brilliantly printed, and the book itself, a tightly crafted item.
The size of the book is right, and no images run in the gutter, a pet peeve.
In the front of the tome, you get a history of Dave Heath that helps give you insight into the man. After a full, rich, collection of photographs, including the out of print book, “Dialogue With Solitude” you also get a an insight into the man as a photographer and artist.
And also maquettes (mocked up layouts) of book he made along the way
Do not pass this up before it goes out of print. I have only done one pass with it, and know that many more are ahead. Michael Torosian has been a maker of fine books for years, and his involvement in the is one, assured quality. It does not disappoint. If you care about photography, and want to make a discovery, buy this book.

Sure, I’ll admit that he was one of my teachers. It was after seeing him do a talk, that I decided on my college.
In looking back at his work I can see why we also connected. His vision speaks to me, and I’ll bet it speaks to you as well.
Even as just a solid book, this is a masterpiece. $52? A fantastic deal!

Now showing at Howard Greenberg Gallery in NYC.

Sure, we’re coming into the season of new gear. PhotoPlus Expo will reveal all of the new tools you’ll lust after.
As a matter of fact, I’m working on some new gear reviews of goods that you’ll find useful to add to the bag, or post-production workflow.
But… How are doing with the gear you own now? Could you use an intro to some new skills?Maybe a hands on lesson would increase the blood flow to your creative brain, or maybe add some money to wallet for your photo business.
We have to applaud camera manufacturers who put together these teaching seminars, like the new traveling series from Nikon.

They use their cameras to teach, but these are lessons that go across brands.
Find the place,and the class that works for you. Treat yourself to knowing how to get more out of what you own.
Then we’ll talk about what you need next.
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Back to School, Pumpkin latte’s, Halloween candy, And Orange is all over the place!
For me, the fall only means that one of the best photo gear expos is coming soon to NYC.

All of us gear monkeys will be seeing, feeling, touching, buying, new kit that will make what we love even better.

Sure,the tools are important, and we all love them. It’s what you do with them that is the key, as you know.
One thing you should not overlook at PhotoPlus Expo is the incredible amount of learning that is available.
Yes, on the floor there are experts teaching while using a manufacturers product ( It ain’t gonna be done for free!). HOnestly you will learn some very cool stuff that you will use. And probably buy the product they are touting.
BUT… and this is a BIG but.. Do NOt Miss The Seminars!!!
Here is a list of what’s in store to help whet your whistle:
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