Monday, December 18, 2017

Our book "Create Fine Art Photographs from Historic Places and Rusty Things" makes a great gift for that photographer in your life

Looking for a special holiday gift for that photographer in your life? Check out our book "Create Fine Art Photographs from Historic Places and Rusty Things" - it has something for all levels of photography. You can find the book on sale at Amazon http://amzn.to/2jGh8uz and at your local Barnes & Noble store and at Hunt's Photo and Video store in Melrose. 


 If you are local (CT), we would be more than happy to sign your copy. You can email us at photographybyLisaAndTom@comcast.net to set up a time to meet at the studio. We have signed copies for sale too. 




Join us for a hands-on photo setup workshop -- great for beginners and advanced photographers

Join us for a hands-on photo setup workshop -- great for beginners and advanced photographers


Come join us a Photo Hi-Jinx (photo setup) Workshop. 

This workshop is great for beginners and advanced photographers. 

Come join us at a Macro, Closeup, Creative photo setup workshop
Saturday, February 24, 2018 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM Hamden CT
Email us at photographybyLisaandTom@comcast.net for more information 

Saturday, December 16, 2017

Workshop -- Light Painting at Night -- at Old Car City

Wahoo, announcing something that we have been working on for yearsLight Painting at Night -- at Old Car City!!!!

Most of you know what Old Car City is...34 acres of amazing old cars and junk and nature reclaiming the cars. It is an awesome place, no place else on earth is like this place! 4,200 whole American cars 1972 and older. "Detroit may have designed these rides, but Mother Nature has done all the detailing"

This workshop is Jan 12 Friday 6pm-10pm -- we are going to have a blast light painting!!

Tom and I do a lot of light painting. We have light-painted at many different places, including other smaller car yards, but this one will be a real treat! Tom and I have been to Old Car City a bunch of times, and we can help direct you to make the most of your time there. You can view a few images from a previous trip here: http://www.breaphotosgalleries.com/Old-Cars/Old-Car-City/

The price for this workshop also includes your admission for two daytime shoots: Friday 9am to 4pm and for Saturday 9am to 4pm Jan 13.

Register here: https://www.meetup.com/photography-by-lisa-and-tom/events/245908075/


"Old Car City USA in White, Georgia contains the world’s largest known classic car junkyard. Visitors enjoy the beautiful vegetation of the deep south that intertwines with the hundreds of cars that reside in Old Car City. Old Car City started as a Car Dealership in 1931 and is still family owned and operated. Come enjoy the Old South environment, folk art, ghosts of beautiful classic cars, and much more. "

Most people chose to fly into Atlanta and then drive up (~45 miles)  to Cartersville. We are staying at the Best Western again, but we have also stayed at the cheaper Red Roof Inn and Super 8 across the street and we know lots of people that have stayed at the Hilton and Hampton Inn right down the next exit too. Travel expenses, hotel and food are not included in the admission price. 

FYI, There is a bathroom at Old Car City. There is also a diner across the street for lunch.

Things to bring:

  • tripod
  • cable release (you will want to have exposures greater than 30 seconds so a sable release is needed for most cameras, unless your camera has a built-in timer like a few of the newer models, but even then a cable release is often easier at night)
  • Camera and lots of memory cards and extra batteries
  • wide angle lens
  • if you own a macro or a 70-200 type you can bring that too, you have access to your car all day. 
  • Sturdy shoes, we wear hiking boots
  • headlight with a red light for seeing at night http://amzn.to/1N9vLLQ
  • red flashlight for seeing your camera dials at night http://amzn.to/2AFwUkV
  • flashlight for light painting http://amzn.to/2kuFxU6
  • You do NOT need to have any night photography experience to attend. You should know how to change your ISO and your aperture, but Tom can show you that during the daylight hours if you do not. 
  • You can choose to stay with us and light paint with us, or you can work on your own, we will suggest that those that choose to work on their own go off with a partner.
Old Car City USA is more than a classic car junkyard. It’s “the promise land for junkyard dreamers!”



If you have Monday off and choose to fly home Monday instead of Sunday there is a pretty cool old jail with tons of professional graffiti [Atlanta Prison Farm]

Please note that all of our workshops require the participants sign a liability waiver. Download it; then print, read, and sign it and bring it with you -- Thank you! http://tinyurl.com/cuchara-waiver16  Please note that some locations will have you sign their liability waiver at the site as well. 

Please note that this and all classes/workshops have no refunds. By signing up for our classes/tours/workshops, you agree to our terms and conditions, see http://www.photographybylisaandtom.com/p/workshops.html

Sunday, December 3, 2017

Looking for a special holiday gift for that photographer in your life?

Looking for a special holiday gift for that photographer in your life? Check out our book "Create Fine Art Photographs from Historic Places and Rusty Things" - it has something for all levels of photography. You can find the book on sale at Amazon http://amzn.to/2jGh8uz and at your local Barnes & Noble store and at Hunt's Photo and Video store in Melrose. 


 If you are local (CT), we would be more than happy to sign your copy. You can email us at photographybyLisaAndTom@comcast.net to set up a time to meet at the studio. We have signed copies for sale too. 





Thursday, November 30, 2017

Join us for Two hands-on photo setup workshops -- great for beginners and advanced photographers.

Join us for Two hands-on photo setup workshops -- great for beginners and advanced photographers.


Come join us a Photo Hi-Jinx (photo setup) Workshop. 

This workshop is great for beginners and advanced photographers. 


When: Sunday January 28th 10am -5pm (longer than the 12-5 in the past). Register by December 1st to save $25 (price includes lunch). Sale price ends Dec 1st 
Where: Salem CT
If you are an advanced photographer then you can come and get exposed to all kinds of props, water drops, smoke, blacklight, etc. etc. Photo ops galore!! 
If you are an intermediate photographer come and learn how to master manual mode!  
If you are a beginner or just got a dSLR or mirrorless camera for the holidays -- come and learn how to use your new gift. Learn about aperture and when to use f4 and when to use f22 and receive compositional advice. 
Bring your camera, tripod, cable release, polarizer, LED light -- We purchase our Gear from Hunts Photo. A pdf file containing links to the gear and software that we use, as well as discounts, can be downloaded here : http://tinyurl.com/cuchara-gear  Please feel free to ask Tom and me questions about your camera, exposures, etc. 
Lenses: a regular 24-105 kit lens works well, bring a macro lens if you have one, bring macro filters if you have them, bring extension tubes if you have them, bring a 75-300/70-200 lens if you have one, if you do not have a macro lens you can put an extension tube on your 75-300 type lens instead. 
There will be all sorts of photographic opportunities!!! Photograph Glassware, Fruit, smoke, dancing paint, water drops, flowers, still life, etc., etc. We hope you can join us ! 
Second Workshop
Come join us at a Macro, Closeup, Creative photo setup workshop
Saturday, February 24, 2018 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM Hamden CT
Email us at photographybyLisaandTom@comcast.net for more information 

Thursday, November 23, 2017

Black Friday sales -- including a few just for people that attend our photo talks, tours, and workshops

Black Friday sales from Hunts -- including a few sales just for people that attend our photo talks, tours, and workshops

$28 Dollars off Savage Luminous Pro LED Video Light LED204

We use the Savage LED light ALL the time. We use it for macro, flowers, Rust, UrBex, etc. Many of you have seen images and/or read our book where we talk about the drama and saturation and shadows created when using this awesome light. It has an intensity dial like many lights, but it also has a color temperature dial so you can create cool, neutral or warm light. You can use the LED light to create shadows and make your subject more interesting too, like these two images below.

  

Tom and I also use the Savage light tent (the 23.5 inch) all the time, it is perpetually set up on our dining room table, which makes it easier to get the energy to shoot that interesting flower or subject.


$30 Dollars off Savage Luminous Pro LED Shooting Tent (23.5")


With this light tent You can get some really cool images, especially in our long New England winters -- flowers, still life, etc.








They also sell a smaller version... 
$15 Dollars off Savage Luminous Pro LED Shooting Tent (15.5 x 15.5 x 15.5")

To see all Hunt’s Black Friday specials, click on the link below. New specials posted every day.

Tom and I can attest to Hunt’s exceptional customer service and product knowledge. Whether it’s a camera, lens, tripod, or anything else photo and video, Hunt’s will help you find just the right product. They have local brick and mortar stores that you can visit, and you can also purchase online or just call a salesperson to help you make the right choices. We generally call Chris Borto Ph:781-462-2374 (cborto@huntsphoto.com) or Alan Samiljan (asamiljan@huntsphoto.com; 781-462-2383) but they have lots of helpful staff. Hunts also stands behind their products too with great customer support. Their main store is at 100 Main St., Melrose, MA 02176 (781-662-8822) but they have other stores too.

So please keep Hunt’s Photo & Video in mind the next time you are in the market for any gear!  
We generally call Chris Borto Ph:781-462-2374 (cborto@huntsphoto.com) or Alan Samiljan (asamiljan@huntsphoto.com; 781-462-2383)

From the Hunt’s web site:

You’ll be ready to start shooting as soon as you leave the store when you purchase your camera at Hunt’s Photo & Video. As New England’s largest retailer of photo, video and digital imaging products, we make sure every client feels comfortable with his or her purchase and confident in its use. Whether you are a student, hobbyist, or photo or video professional, Hunt’s Photo, Video and definitely Digital will help you choose the right equipment for all of your imaging needs.

Why Shop at Hunt’s?

Unlike “big box” stores or online sellers, Hunt’s makes personal service part of every purchase. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff will assist you in selecting the perfect camera for your individual lifestyle and interests. As a major supplier to the consumer, professional, educational and government markets, Hunt’s maintains a well-stocked inventory of photo, video and digital imaging equipment from every major manufacturer so you’ll have plenty of options from which to choose. With seven retail locations in four New England states, Hunt’s offers an unbeatable combination of competitive pricing, sales know-how, and unparalleled customer service.



A little history…

Three generations of Farber family ownership have established Hunt’s as a trendsetter in the imaging equipment industry. Begun as a Malden Center drugstore by pharmacist Solomon Farber and his sons, Hunt’s began building its camera business during the 1950s under the visionary leadership of Solomon’s son, Jack. As interest in photography grew and small neighborhood pharmacies fell victim to big national chains, Hunt’s began shifting its emphasis away from the pharmacy business and into the business of cameras and accessories. By 1992, the pharmacy closed and imaging equipment became Hunt’s primary focus.

Led today by Jack’s sons, Scott and Gary, Hunt’s proudly serves a diverse audience of individual, corporate, educational, and government clients as one of the country’s largest retailers of photographic, video and digital imaging products. As the sponsor of the renowned Hunt’s Show and Sale each fall, the company hosts a three-day showcase of the latest trends in photographic equipment for users at all levels. Visit Hunt’s 30,000 square foot flagship store at 100 Main Street, Melrose, or one of its satellite locations in Boston, MA – Cambridge, MA – Hanover, MA – Holyoke, MA – Providence, RI – So. Portland, ME – or Manchester, NH to discover how Hunt’s Photo, Video and definitely Digital can help you create your own picture of success.

Tuesday, November 21, 2017

75% off Topaz products

Tom and I use the Topaz plugins on many of our images. We just love, love, love Topaz Clarity! And we use Topaz Detail, Glow, BW effects, LensEffect, ReMask, and Impression often too.

Use coupon code BLACKFRIDAY17 for 75% off of all of our traditional plugins in the full Topaz Plugin Collection

The savings aren’t just for new purchases either. Owners of the older Topaz Collections or older Pro Packs can take advantage of the savings as well! Click here and then log in to your account, then add the collection to their cart to get the upgrade price for additional savings on the Collection or Go Pro Pack!

It's that time of year again! From November 21st through November 28th, we're offering 75% off of all of our traditional plugins in the full Topaz Plugin Collection or the newest technology in Topaz Studio with the Topaz Studio Go Pro Pack. Whether you want to achieve stunning photography enhancements or apply artistic effects, either option has you covered.

The plugin Collection includes 17 Topaz Products including the Topaz Studio versions of Impression, Clarity, Detail and Simplify. (over $1000 individually) for only $249.99. As an added bonus you receive a few pro adjustments in Topaz Studio from Impression, Clarity, Detail and Simplify As well!! Can't beat best of two worlds!