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Feb 12

Chase Jarvis: ROOM WITH(OUT) A VIEW_3

Ok, you know the routine from previous RWAVs. By all measures of previous correspondence, this series is a readership favorite. As a reminder: 1) I post a snapshot from my hotel room, wherever in the world that might be.2) You guess the location in the comments--the more accurate is better--and include your url in your guess if you want to be entered in the "winners" payoff.3) I call out the most accurate and/or the most... read more ›
Feb 12

Apple Releases Aperture 2

Exciting news for photographers. Apple has just minutes ago released the much-anticipated Aperture 2. Looking very powerful, featuring an impressive "more than 100 improvements" over the last edition 1.5. Check it out for yourselves here:Macworld Article Featuring Apple Aperture 2Apple.com site featuring Aperture 2.[I'm on the road, in transit, so didn't have but a minute to get this post up - just thought you'd like to know...]
Feb 07

Lawrence Lessig Interview: Photography and Creative Commons

I'm obviously an advocate for artists' copyright and I believe strongly that it's king in the world of photography. I have for years, however, been cognizant of impending pressures on the perception of copyright and how it affects me and my photographer, artist, musician, designer, writer, and filmmaker friends. Like so many of us interested in the new media, I'm ecstatic about the opportunities abound and interested in sharing the content I create, but simultaneously... read more ›
Feb 03

Creativity In The New Economy

Kevin Kelly has a remarkable post over at The Technium about the free flow of information online and how certain values must be cultivated in order to succeed in the New Economy. I think it very much applies to all creatives, and most certainly is of particular interest to photographers. Kevin says: 1. The internet is a giant copy machine, spreading your work to every corner of the globe;2. When copies are super abundant, they... read more ›
Jan 31

How to Get a Job With A Photographer

Well-executed, creative attempts to get hired by a photographer as an assistant, producer, re-toucher, etc, are few and far between. That said, I was inspired by the following letter I recently received (posted with permission):Obviously you folks are stacked with talented, energetic folks over there at CJ inc.But that's not going to stop me from trying to get my foot in the door over there. I recently left my post as studio manager, assistant, photographer,... read more ›
Jan 29

5 Best Deals In Town

5. The Nikon 50mm 1.8AF Yeah, I know it's plastic, but it has beautiful optics. And at $110 bucks, it's a steal. I own one and love it.4. $75 Portfolio Review with Joerg over at Conscientious. If you're a fine art photographer and want feedback from a wise man with good perspective, connect with Joerg. This price seems incredibly low to me, so move quickly.3. ASMP.org's Strictly Business 2 Conference. This weekend-long conference is tops... read more ›
Jan 24

Chase Jarvis RAW: Seattle Flickr Roundup

We all have that 6th sense that tells us when somethin' is up. Well, let me tell you, the aspiring/hobbyist photographer community in Seattle is completely on fire. Given a few more pocket wizards, some strobes and a D40 or two and they might take over the world.THE BACKSTORY: Not long ago my 6th sense started pinging me about the amateur/hobbyist photography scene in Seattle: it was everywhere I turned. These days, camera shops are... read more ›
Jan 21

More Important Than Photography

If you've watched any videos on this blog, you should watch this one. Whether you're observing the holiday from home or the office, I recommend that you turn up your speakers a few clicks, gather some family members, friends or colleagues together and watch this 17 minute video.RSS readers can catch the video here.
Jan 17

RWAV_2 REVEALED: Palm Springs, CA (Viceroy Hotel)

Damn. You guys are really good, and I dig your zest for RWAV. I was in fact at in Palm Springs, CA, staying in the villas at the Viceroy Hotel. Snapshots from behind the scenes are below, along with a nice selection of sites at the end of this entry from those who guessed correctly (and even some who didn't). Scott loves the TSA, especially when they search his suitcase for batteries, then can't get... read more ›
Jan 13

Chase Jarvis: ROOM WITH(OUT) A VIEW_2

If it seems like I just posted a Chase Jarvis: ROOM WITH(OUT) A VIEW, you're right - but that was a whole week ago. New hotel room for me the last few days... And recall, that's the gist of this series: to share with you my life spent largely on the road. New city, new hotel, new comrades, new adventures, new pictures to take. But there's fun built in here too for those looking for... read more ›
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