Hey all,
I’ve always enjoyed food photography and lately I’ve had more opportunity to do a lot more of it for the new blog. Up to now I’ve been happy with the results I’m getting, but the more I do it, the more I want to work harder to take things to that next level.
Hit more for the books link on amazon.com and first impressions… › Continue reading
Hey all,
New update out (I’m a couple days off sorry) for TweeDeck. TweetDeck is what I use to annoy the world with my “tweets” from the desktop. I’ve previously mentioned Tweetie for use on the road with my iPhone. To be completely honest, I’m not sure why Twitter is so huge… but I do like it with integration with Facebook so I can brag keep people informed while out on the town or on vacation.
Before this update I had to sort of hack my system to have Twitter work with Facebook. Now for the rest of you this is a built in feature. Check out TweetDeck if you use Twitter and would like a full-featured interface for your desktop.
Paul
Hey all,
Sexy new computers out from Apple today. Looks like they’ve cut the 17inch models and have a 20 inch and some new 24 inch iMacs for those looking for a decent home computer set up.
I’m a little bummed that the entry level 24inch has an integrated video card. For most people this won’t be a deal breaker, and Apple’s internal testing shows the new setup to be faster, but a lot of people are predicting that software will begin more and more to leverage the power of video cards and the processor together for the processing of complex tasks. If that’s the case, I’d rather have a real video card. Plus, if I do get back into video I’ll need a faster video card for Motion and other programs.
If all you do is surf, Word, and a bit of photo work have no fear about the entry level 24 inch… it looks like a decent setup. For me it means I have to pay a bit more to get the computer I want…. or wait till the mid-level 24inch shows up refurbished. Then I can pair it with the oh so cheap Dell 24 inch monitor for a dual monitor editing dream station 
Well maybe not the top dream, but at least a not so expensive, obtainable one.
As with all Apple computers, don’t pay for memory from them though. Upgrade that on your own and save lots of money. Also skip the “mighty mouse” and it’s horrible nub. The Bluetooth Keyboard is great, but the mouse is 30 kinds of annoying.
Paul
I know, I know. Another iPhone application. But this one is seriously worthy of any photographer/designer’s attention - if they spend any amount of time in Photoshop.
As a photographer there are just certain items we’re going to have around a lot. Card readers are of course an essential part of every photographer’s digital workflow. Why not have a well-designed card reader on the desk if you have to use one a lot? Particularly since the small version of these SanDisk card readers cost only 20 USD… it’s almost a no-brainer. Good speed and performance, with looks to match.
I have an Iomega external hard drive designed by F.A. Porsche that is also quite lovely. I’m glad that some companies take the time to do things well and don’t gouge us for the polish they put into the products. If I’m going to have something on my desk, I’d rather it looked and functioned well… but that’s just me.
Now if only I can source these guys in Singapore for a reasonable rate
Paul
Hey all,
I know I must seem like an Apple shill here lately, but I’ve added yet another Apple product to my line up. › Continue reading
Hey all,
Here’s the real reason I went back to Bangkok this weekend - Hemisphere Home Furnishings.
I first met owner Jay through my friend Fasai (whose wedding I photographed last January) when they hired me to photograph the grand opening press launch of what was then a new Casa Pagoda Location. I liked the location and thought it’d be nice to shoot there someday.
Read more and more pics after the jump › Continue reading
Hey all,
Yesterday I was finally able to get a phone in Singapore. My original 1st Gen Jailbroken iPhone was on it’s last legs. The side volume control was stuck forcing the volume up, the button on top of the phone that lets you turn the screen/power the phone off was no longer responsive, and the phone had more than it’s fair share of scrapes and scratches on the back.
I debated for a while not getting another iPhone. › Continue reading
Canon HV30
Hey all,
Christmas list is a bit late this year. I’ve actually received my presents (new glasses and money), but just in case anyone else out there is wanting to make my Christmas dreams come true there’s this.
It’s small, but HD. It’s Canon so I’m familiar with the controls. Underwater casings are cheaper for it. But mostly I just don’t have the funds to get one of the larger 3 Sensor cameras right now. So we’ll start with this and work up a reel. Donations or full camera accepted
Paul
Hey all,
Canon has released the first official firmware upgrade for the Canon 50D.
Also a reminder to everyone to check out the firmware for whatever camera they are using to make sure it’s current. For those that don’t know firware upgrades for digital cameras sometimes offer bug fixes, support for memory cards, performance boosts, etc. So it’s good to keep up to date with them.
Paul