Being the popular culture junkie that I am, I'm always in search of new blogs. And what better place to track down great new material than by learning from some talented people at Google's Blogger Team (creators of the software that's putting this and millions of other blogs on the web...), whose job it is to champion all things blog. If you like Stumble Upon or, better yet, other human-driven aggregators that introduce you to... read more ›
Apr
06
Mar
31
If you've been tuned in for a while, you're no doubt up to speed on our DIY Badass Laptop Case. Rumors flew around photography circles that the only thing it didn't have was missile launchers. Well, that little video just had its one year anniversary last week and it's still getting tons of traffic, comments and--my favorite part--proposed modifications. The most recent such modification that deserves mention is really simple and very useful and it... read more ›
Mar
26
So, you're a photographer thinking about video and/or directing moving pictures? Then pick up a copy of this month's American Photo Magazine, or read the article Photographer As Director here. Editor Miki Johnson reveals her journalistic chops as she digs in with celebrity photographer/videographer Timothy Greenfield-Sanders, multimedia journalist Stephen McGee, the remarkable Anthony Mandler, Emmy-award-winning online storyteller guru, Brian Storm (great guy!), and some funny looking photographer named Chase Jarvis. A wide breadth of backgrounds... read more ›
Mar
20
Q: (via email) Chase. I'm basically in love with Profoto lighting. But I'm a kid that has bad credit and photo is my life. Any suggestions on how I could get some Profoto lighting?A: Yep. Rent it. Seriously. This goes for almost all killer, pro gear. And here's the thought of the day: Most rental houses are closed on Sunday. Also true is that you can normally pick up stuff at your local shop at... read more ›
Mar
20
Some guesses were getting close-ish, but it seems that I finally stumped you guys on an RWAV. It’s perfect actually. I was starting to think for a while that some of you had a some tracking device planted on me from a scene outta the 80's dive Tango & Cash.A far cry from the likes of Paris, NYC, and SoCal, this time the crew and I were nestled at a lodge in the middle of... read more ›
Mar
17
Okay. This goes out to all those readers who have blown me outta the water at previous RWAV's. You know the rules. And for any of you who were starting to think that I only stay at hipster joints in Paris, NYC and Palm Springs, guess again. Here's some proof that there really is a huge range. This time, for example, I'm in the woods (where I probably belong). Good luck.--...if you're not familiar with... read more ›
Mar
11
I wanted to share a short video today that's a little more private than my normal ones. It's certainly behind-the-scenes, but it's not meant to reveal anything special about photography. In a way, it's just a fun little 4000-picture journey--done in the Chase Jarvis: FRAMES style--documenting some of our time during the last few months of 2007. HUGE thanks to everyone who played a role in pulling this project together - you know who... read more ›
Mar
11
My production crew is looking for a good Production Assistant for an upcoming job in San Diego. Interested or know someone? Check out the details below:Who: San Diego PA with strong local knowledge Dates: Must be available April 6-14 with some availability between now and then to put in a few pre-production hoursExperience: Previous experience in production/assisting is preferredPay: Industry-standard ranges, commensurate with experienceTo apply, please email the following to production at chasejarvis dot com:NameAddressPhoneEmailResumeAny... read more ›
Mar
08
Big thanks to everyone who weighed in on my offer for a free trip to ASMP's Strictly Business 2 conference in Chicago. 500 comments in just a handful of days. The overwhelming support you've shown for this post has, in turn, encouraged me to up the ante: I've decided to send TWO winners to Chicago instead of just one AND offer two other tuition-only scholarships if some runner ups can take care of their own... read more ›
Mar
03
I think the business part of professional photography is darn important. That's why I've decided to sponsor one person from this community to attend the ASMP Strictly Business 2 seminar in Chicago April 11-13 for FREE. What's that? You don't live in Chicago? No problem - got you covered. I'll even fly you there, round trip airfare from anywhere in the lower 48 States, and I'll put you up in the designated conference hotel for... read more ›
