A collection of reviews, theories and essays I’ve written regarding photography, usually for online forums or newsgroups. I am biased toward Canon gear.

Lenses

Review: Canon EF 17-40 f/4L USM
Review: Canon EF 70-200 f/2.8L USM
How I chose the 17-40 f/4 L USM
Is a 24-70L the perfect companion for a 70-200L?
EF-S 17-55 IS USM: walkaround lens on a budget
50mm f/1.8 vs 50mm f/1.4 USM

Lighting

The Secret to Great Photo Processing
Working with a speedlite’s Manual mode
Black and white billboard ads
The pool, the duck and the birthday girl
Studio lighting on a budget
Shooting headshots outside with a speedlite and a reflector

Accessories

How to fold the Botero Collapsible 5×7 foot Muslin Background
DIY snoot and the first run through
PocketWizards seven months later and still going strong

Photography

Why I shoot manual
My thoughts on shooting weddings
On photo illustrations (”photoshopping”)
On being a Strobist