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Step into the world of 35mm photography with the Photography Discussion Roundtable, heard every Monday evening at 7:00 PM ET on BrandMeister DMR Talkgroup 31266 — the MichiganOne Nets channel. This engaging net is your chance to explore the art and science of photography, ask questions, and sharpen your skills in a welcoming, knowledge-rich environment.

Hosted by James N8TMP, Bob KB8DQQ, Rick AD8KN, and Dave N8SBE, each brings a wealth of experience to the mic. Bob and James are seasoned wedding photographers, while Rick and Dave add deep technical insight and practical know-how. Together, they guide discussions on camera features, techniques, terminology, and everything from aperture to artistic vision.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your craft, tune in and join the conversation. Your next great shot starts here!

Previous and upcoming Photography Discussion Roundtable topics:

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Photography Terms and Jargon Explained

Exposure and the “Big Three”

Exposure
How bright or dark the photo is. It’s controlled by three main settings working together: aperture, shutter speed, and ISO.

Exposure triangle
A way of visualizing how aperture, shutter speed, and ISO affect exposure together: change one, and you usually have to adjust one or both of the others to keep the brightness the same.

Aperture (f‑stop)
The opening in the lens that lets light through. A low f‑number (like f/2.8) means a big opening (more light, blurrier background); a high f‑number (like f/16) means a small opening (less light, more in focus). Read more …

Step into the world of 35mm photography with the Photography Discussion Roundtable, heard every Monday evening at 7:00 PM ET on BrandMeister DMR Talkgroup 31266 — the MichiganOne Nets channel. This engaging net is your chance to explore the art and science of photography, ask questions, and sharpen your skills in a welcoming, knowledge-rich environment.

Hosted by James N8TMP, Bob KB8DQQ, Rick AD8KN, and Dave N8SBE, each brings a wealth of experience to the mic. Bob and James are seasoned wedding photographers, while Rick and Dave add deep technical insight and practical know-how. Together, they guide discussions on camera features, techniques, terminology, and everything from aperture to artistic vision.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your craft, tune in and join the conversation. Your next great shot starts here!

Previous and upcoming Photography Discussion Roundtable topics:

https://thediabeticham.com/previous-and-upcoming-photography-discussion-roundtable-topics/

How to Take Action and Motion Photos

Action photos are all about energy, timing, and control of motion. They combine camera craft with anticipation so you can capture subjects in a way that feels alive and intentional.

Start with the Basics

What “motion” actually looks like in a photo

There are two classic ways to show motion: Read more …

Step into the world of 35mm photography with the Photography Discussion Roundtable, heard every Monday evening at 7:00 PM ET on BrandMeister DMR Talkgroup 31266 — the MichiganOne Nets channel. This engaging net is your chance to explore the art and science of photography, ask questions, and sharpen your skills in a welcoming, knowledge-rich environment.

Hosted by James N8TMP, Bob KB8DQQ, and Rick AD8KN, each brings a wealth of experience to the mic. Bob and James are seasoned wedding photographers, while Rick adds deep technical insight and practical know-how. Together, they guide discussions on camera features, techniques, terminology, and everything from aperture to artistic vision.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your craft, tune in and join the conversation. Your next great shot starts here.

Building a Photography Portfolio

A strong portfolio is essential for any photographer looking to showcase their work, attract clients, or advance their career. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you build an effective photography portfolio.

Understanding Your Purpose

Before you start assembling images, clarify what you want your portfolio to achieve. Are you seeking commercial clients, applying to art schools, looking for gallery representation, or building a freelance business? Your goals will shape every decision about what to include and how to present it.

Steps to Build Your Portfolio

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Step into the world of 35mm photography with the Photography Discussion Roundtable, heard every Monday evening at 7:00 PM ET on BrandMeister DMR Talkgroup 31266 — the MichiganOne Nets channel. This engaging net is your chance to explore the art and science of photography, ask questions, and sharpen your skills in a welcoming, knowledge-rich environment.

Hosted by James N8TMP, Bob KB8DQQ, and Rick AD8KN, each brings a wealth of experience to the mic. Bob and James are seasoned wedding photographers, while Rick adds deep technical insight and practical know-how. Together, they guide discussions on camera features, techniques, terminology, and everything from aperture to artistic vision.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your craft, tune in and join the conversation. Your next great shot starts here.

The Future of Film: Where the Analog Industry Is Heading

If you’ve tried to buy color negative film lately, you already know: film is not dead, but it is no longer cheap or mass‑market. Instead, it is evolving into a smaller, enthusiast‑driven ecosystem that looks more like vinyl records than disposable point‑and‑shoots.

A Brief Look Back: How 35mm Became King

The story of analog’s future makes more sense if we remember how 35mm started. In the early 1910s, Oskar Barnack at Leica experimented with using 35mm motion‑picture stock for still photography, turning the film sideways and enlarging the frame to 24×36 mm. That “Ur‑Leica” prototype led to Leica’s first production 35mm camera in the mid‑1920s, and by the 1930s the 35mm “135” cartridge Kodak standardized had become the dominant small‑format still‑photo system.

Compared with plate and medium‑format cameras, 35mm offered compact bodies, fast lenses, and long rolls with roughly 36 exposures, which dramatically lowered cost per frame and made spontaneous photography practical. That combination of portability, reliability, and economy is what carried analog photography through most of the 20th century, right up until digital disrupted the consumer market.l

Demand Today: A Niche That Refuses to Die

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