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Hi All,
I am finally back in the office for a few days so I would like to take a little
time to offer a suggestion that many photographers need to SERIOUSLY consider
if you want to improve your photos.
During my many trips with numerous dedicated image seekers and observing many
others I see shooting as I travel. There is one common piece of equipment
many people could buy that would improve their work.
That one purchase is a GOOD TRIPOD!!
You all spend a bunch of money on your photography for good reason. You want
to have good images and a great experience. Here at JessLeePhotos we work
hard for you and by the end of the trips exceed your expectations. We can
do better with your help.
How ?
Bring a good tripod.
By good I mean Gitzo 3 series or larger. Simple
I know some others have quick leg locks ( which break) or the guy at the camera
store told you his was good enough, or you could really save money on a lesser
one or you really don't want/like to use a tripod anyway. I have heard that
all from people who go home and by a good tripod AFTER the trip. Save yourself
heart ache after your trip is over and just buy the best before your next
trip.
Tripods last a long time and will do more for your photography than the newest
camera or lens, which will be replaced in a few years.
Today we all tend to do more hand held photography with the higher ISO's available
but think about the images you really admire. The ones you would like to capture
yourself or the ones that almost worked. I will bet most of those were made
in less than perfect bright light conditions. Low or unique light is the prime
condition that makes special photos. Those are the conditions that require
a really good tripod. One that is strong and tall enough to use with out a
center post.
Along with a good tripod get a good ballhead.
Which one? That is a more difficult question. Of the ones made today none
are perfect. Really Right stuff, Arca, Kirk and a few other make ballheads
that are usable but none are perfect. Right now I use a old Arca, a Kirk,
and a RRS. I have a Accra Tech Ultimate which is ok (small letters) for back
packing but generally worthless if you want any speed.
There you have it. You can buy the longest lens, the latest/greatest Mark
whatever camera but if you don't have a really good sturdy tripod your money
is wasted!
Hope you all have a great summer and I will be sending out information on
new trips soon.
Best Wishes and have a great day
Jess
http://JessLeePhotos.com
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