I've learned that photography is about vision, not gear. Ken Rockwell explains that any camera can record a scene, but you must develop the ability to see and compose to create truly great images.
I set my digital camera to ISO 400 by default to prevent motion blur during spontaneous indoor or fast-action shots. I prefer dealing with digital noise via NeatImage over losing a sharp image to slow shutter speeds.
I'm highlighting Kodak’s 16-megapixel DCS Pro Back 645, which offers 16 bits per color and ISO 100-400 sensitivity. This camera’s 1.6-second reload time showcases how digital photography is finally coming of age.
Slightly overexpose your digital camera shots to maximize color resolution. Since sensors capture more data in bright tones, you can darken images in post-processing without losing quality, whereas brightening dark shots causes significant data loss.
I argue that time management is actually about building habits and managing my moods. I prioritize choosing the right tasks over efficiency, using strategic procrastination and working only when I’m inspired to get things done faster.
I show you how to capture any online audio using Audacity and the Lame encoder. If your sound card lacks 'Wave Out' support, I explain how a simple stereo-to-stereo cable can turn your PC into a digital tape recorder.