Normally I try not to hype myself up so much, but this really feels like I’m taking my photography to the next level.
I’m learning so much about timing, light, skies, compositions, cheap little tricks, “cheating” and stuff. Not to mention I’m trying to use the chance to try a new format (Medium, shot on a Mamiya rb67) and techniques (blasting light, light drawings, etc).
Chee Yong’s a brilliant mentor, although he does talk a little slow and takes up a lot of time, his stories/tips/techniques are incredible.
This gives me ideas for gear. Nothing I need right now, but what I’m likely to invest in in the future.
I used to want the next big Nikon body, like the recently announced d300. That’s not a priority anymore. Its not as though I’ll get vastly different shots with another body. Next time, I’ll just use my d50 and a rb67. Medium format gets you shots you’ll never get with 35mm or digital.
I also want a bunch of lights. (2-3 will suffice, with remote triggers the setup will cost a bomb already, but still be cheaper than anything else), and a really good tripod setup to go along with that.
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