Links…
First Sunday Photo Commentary – July 2014
WINNERS for Creepiest Crawler June Photo Contest
How I Use the RØDE Reporter
The SnapChick VIP Show – July 7, 2014
The SnapChick VIP Show – July 12, 2014
Chick at Nite – July 7, 2014: Becoming a Photographer – How Do I Learn?
Chick at Nite – July 9, 2014: Low Light on an Even Lower Budget
SnapChick Friday Night Rewind – July 5, 2014: Classic Boudoir For Everyone
Last Day of Vacation VLOG
Raymond v SnapChick on the Basketball Court FB Video
And find me on Facebook here!
VIP’s – It’s time again for the weekly VIP Show. I share footage on the planning for the Bryce Canyon hike, Raymond and I share a few photos and talk through our thoughts, and I take you through my audio/video setup!
Here’s a listing of contents…
VIPs, login to see us discuss these topics!
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Find out more about the Reporter here!
Winners, private message me on Facebook to claim your prize!
VIP’s – It’s time again for the weekly VIP Show. This one is all from the road trip to Bryce Canyon! Raymond and I talk about Apple’s announcement that Aperture will no longer be supported, and what that might mean for us. We also talk about Nikon’s announcement of the D810; Leigh gives us her thoughts on which of the new features are most useful. Last, you’ll see behind-the-scenes action from the making of the Bryce Canyon Field Trip video.
Here’s a listing of contents…
Intro at 0:00
Apple Aperture & Photos at 0:20
Nikon’s new D810 at 9:26
Behind-the-Scenes at Bryce Canyon at 28:03
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Wondering about the First Sunday Challenge? Check out the video here!
Links…
What’s In My Camelbak?
Canon 6D Lighting Fast 82 Second Review
SnapChick Canon 6D Full Review
Creepiest Crawler – SnapChick Photo Contest for June #JuneBug
Three Techniques for Creating Great Photos in a Makeshift Studio
The SnapChick VIP Show – June 20, 2014
The SnapChick VIP Show – June 27, 2014
Chick at Nite – June 17, 2014: Review of the Arizona Desert, Piestewa Peak
Chick at Nite – June 25, 2014: Nikon D800 Review Plus Lighting-Fast 50-Second Review
SnapChick Friday Night Rewind – June 20, 2014: Rock & Roll
SnapChick Friday Night Rewind – June 27, 2014: In the New Bathroom
Art Hierarchy… from a Mountain VLOG
Summer Solstice at the Grand Canyon FB Photo Gallery
Nikon D810 First Impressions at dpreview.com
Final Cut Pro X Update Release
If you want to keep up with me this week, find me on Facebook!
You don’t necessarily need a traditional portrait studio to take great portraits. In this video, I talk about three things that I do to make the best of a situation. I took portraits in three locations in my home for this video. There’s a sample and some camera settings below. VIPs, log in to see the entire gallery of images and also make sure to watch the VIP Show this week to see Raymond’s and my in-depth discussion on the shoot!
Technical Specifications:
Nikon D800 + 85mm f/1.8
Aperture- f/2.8
Shutter Speed- 1/200
ISO- 100

VIPs, remember to log in to see the gallery!
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VIP’s – this is the video you have been asking for!
It’s time again for the weekly VIP Show. Raymond and I talk candidly about what worked and what didn’t in the first episode. In addition to the VIP Mailbag (Fireworks!) and my favorite art book, Raymond and I walk through our entire “Three Techniques for Creating Great Photos in a Makeshift Studio” photo shoot, with a comprehensive review of the planning process, the shoot itself, and then the creative choices made for editing.
Here’s a listing of contents…
Intro at 0:00
Telephoto Nature & Landscape Photography at 4:18
My Favorite Art Book at 7:28
Behind-the-Scenes Discussion of the Makeshift Studio Shoot at 12:31
VIP Mail – Fireworks – at 43:53
VIP’s, login to see us discuss these topics, including my plans for the next two weeks.
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Enter the contest on my Facebook page!
You can learn more about the cool prizes below:
RAVPower 4-port USB wall charger
RAVPower Lipstick USB charger
I had the chance to use a Canon 6D a couple weeks ago for three days. I ran all around town with that thing to get my reviews ready to go! Of course, I took lots of photos with it and the 40mm f/2.8 pancake lens. I’ve included a few samples below, along with some settings. VIPs, log in to see a gallery of THIRTY images taken with the 6D!
You can find my reviews of the 6D here…
Canon 6D Lightning Fast 82 Second Review
SnapChick Canon 6D Full Review
The Setup:
Canon 6D + 40mm f/2.8 pancake

Technical Specifications:
Canon 6D + 40mm f/2.8 pancake
Aperture- f/8
Shutter Speed- 1/60
ISO- 16000

Technical Specifications:
Canon 6D + 40mm f/2.8 pancake
Aperture- f/2.8
Shutter Speed- 1/4000
ISO- 200
Exposure Compensation- -1ev

Technical Specifications:
Canon 6D + 40mm f/2.8 pancake
Aperture- f/4.5
Shutter Speed- 1/160
ISO- 100
VIPs, I talk more about my time with the 6D and about the sunrise shoot in the park in this week’s SnapChick VIP Show!
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VIPs, log in to see a new feature for you guys – The SnapChick VIP Show! Raymond and I talk about gear, news, behind-the-scenes details from photo shoots, and anything else that may be going on in the SnapChick Universe! In this one, you even get to see some outtakes…
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You can try out a Canon 6D (or many other cameras and lenses) at lumoid.com!
See photos I took with the 6D, plus settings, here!
You can try out a Canon 6D (or many other cameras and lenses) at lumoid.com!
See photos I took with the 6D, plus settings, here!
You can find the updated version of my beloved Camelbak Octane 18x here!
LINKS…
WINNERS of Everyday Stories – An #EverydayMay Photography Contest
More info on RØDE Microphones SmartLav
Jeep Driving Hijinks at Overland Expo 2014
4-Wheeling in Style at Overland Expo 2014
SnapChick Photography Theme for June is #JuneBug
Replay XD Mini Action Camera at Overland Expo 2014
Chick at Nite: Exposure – SnapChick Question of the Day
Chick at Nite: The Best Photography Gear for Amazing Summertime Pictures
SnapChick Friday Night Rewind: Get Started with Simple Portraits in the Studio
SnapChick Friday Night Rewind: Detective SnapChick – A Watered-Down Noir Look
Unboxing Cool Stuff on the Way to the Grand Canyon VLOG
My Fave Nintendo Character VLOG
Lattes, Fitbits and Cheese Wagons VLOG
Find out more about RAVPower gadgets