Dan Wagner’s interest in photography began with the gift of a Kodak Instamatic on his eighth birthday. However, it wasn’t until he took a photography class in junior high and won first place in a New York City photo contest that his interest became a lifelong passion. Wagner later graduated with degrees in photography, worked as an assistant photographer, opened his own studio, and taught photography at New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology. His work has graced galleries, book covers, magazines, and advertising. Today, Wagner divides his time between shooting assignments, writing novels, and doing street photography with his Rolleiflex. In 2015, his book, Never Seeing Nothing, was published by Ink Books. Wagner’s work may be viewed at: danwagnerphotography.com.
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Carry your DSLR camera comfortably and intelligently—with an attached telephoto lens and related accessories, two DSLRs with attached lenses, or a DSLR and binoculars with one of three Cotton Carrier CCS G3 Harnesses. Using the harness allows the wearer to remain hands-free, and helps reduce unwanted camera movement. For…
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Photographers packing for an upcoming trip can save valuable storage space by forgoing camera bags, packs, and cases in favor of less bulky wraps and inserts. For example, a traveler could pack some photo gear with protective wraps into an everyday bag or backpack that is also loaded with personal items. Or,…
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Whether photographing far-off lands, or your own backyard, Ruggard has answered the call of the wild with its inspired collection of Lynx SlingPacks. Available in three sizes—45,…
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Sleek, stylish, lightweight, and refined are but a few of the words photographers are using to describe the new Pro Light Bumblebee Camera Backpacks and Bags from Manfrotto. Constructed from water-resistant nylon with red zipper pulls and matching accents, the M-10 bag holds a DSLR…
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We photographers are always searching for that new camera, lens, accessory, project, or technique that will take our photography someplace special. Most of us have ideas incubating in the backs of our minds just waiting for the right time to spring forth. One of mine was a fascination with shooting candid black-and-white street photography at night with infrared flash that was inspired by the…
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Since the dawn of child portraiture, photographers have tried every trick in the book to get kids to look at the camera and smile. Desperate to capture the memorable images demanded by fawning parents, photographers resorted to baby talk, waving toys, and enlisting the help of family members. Often, the harder they tried, the more stubborn their pint-sized subjects became. Shoots quickly devolved…
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Blending into one’s surroundings greatly increases the chances of shooting candid wildlife photos successfully. Thanks to the hunting industry, there’s a huge selection of camouflage clothing designed for this purpose. However, no matter how well hidden a photographer is, sharp-eyed birds and animals can still spot their telephoto lenses and related gear. To address this issue, LensCoat offers…
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Thanks to green screens and image-editing programs, photographers can create just about any scenic background imaginable. All that’s required is an evenly lit Chroma Key Green background. To accommodate studio and location shoots, these backgrounds come in a large variety of shapes, sizes, and…
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Photographers packing for holiday travel often spend more time selecting photo gear than clothing and related personal items. Considering all the variables that go into packing the perfect photo bag or pack, this is quite understandable. One method that works for me is laying out on a table all the gear I’d like to bring, and whittling it down to a manageable amount based on what I expect to…
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With so much gear to choose from, it’s not easy for the non-photographer or beginning photographer to know where to start. And as hard as it is for the non-photographer, it’s even harder for the person buying them a holiday gift. So, to make this holiday chore more fun, we’ve compiled 10 photographic items that should be as joyful to give as to receive.
1. Warm Photo Gloves
When snowflakes fall…
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Photographers who demand the best from their cameras will appreciate these 10 useful filters for the digital age.
One of the most important and most used filters is the filter that’s always on your lens—the ubiquitous UV-IR Cut Filter. This filter blocks IR and UV radiation and results in photos with improved…
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Photographers searching for well-made, lightweight, attractive, and affordable ways to transport their gear need look no further than the matching Tamrac Tradewind line of dark gray shoulder bags, zoom bags, and backpacks. Coated nylon fabric, YKK zippers, and foam padding combine to protect your gear from inclement weather and minor bumps…
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A top priority for preparedness planners is assembling a versatile selection of lighting gear. One low-tech solution is the UCO Original Candle Lantern that delivers up to nine hours of light with a…
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A good night’s sleep will help you and yours prepare for the difficulties that accompany unforeseen events and circumstances. For this reason, it’s imperative that your preparedness measures include stockpiling essential sleeping gear. Most likely, the first item that comes to mind when thinking about sleep preparations is a sleeping bag. However, no list of sleeping essentials would be complete…
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Choosing the best preparedness backpacks can help each member of your family meet unexpected challenges with greater security, confidence, and optimism. Factors such as load capacity, gender, age, and a detailed list of provisions are important considerations. Calling a family meeting to solicit input will go a long way to ensuring that everyone is happy with their backpack selection. …