• 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:

    Date Topic
    8/11/2025 What is Aperture in photography
    8/18/2025 What is the Golden Triangle?
    8/25/2025 Top photo editing software available in 2025
    9/1/2025 What is Depth of Field?
    9/8/2025 What is Bokeh in photography?
    9/15/2025 Understanding Lens Focal Length
    9/22/2025 What are leading lines?
    9/29/2025 What is Back-Button Focus?
    10/6/2025 5 important photography facts that I didn’t know when I started
    10/13/2025 How to shoot in manual mode
    10/20/2025 The different types of lenses
    10/27/2025 All about camera filters
    11/3/2025 On-camera flash vs off-camera flash
    11/10/2025 How to use tripods and stabilizers
    11/17/2025 What is ISO?
    11/24/2025 Film vs digital?
    12/1/2025 How to find and organize your photos in a logical manner
    12/8/2025 Understanding long-exposure photography
    12/15/2025 Enhancing the sky in your photos
    12/22/2025 Where and how to learn more about photography techniques
    12/29/2025 DSLR vs mirrorless cameras
    1/5/2026 The exposure triangle
    1/12/2026 How to develop your own personal photography style
    1/19/2026 Color theory (histograms) in photography
    1/26/2026 Photography ethics in the digital age
    2/2/2026 The future of film and where the analog industry is going
    2/9/2026 How to build a portfolio
    2/16/2026 Photography hints and tips
    2/23/2026 How to take action/motion photos
    3/2/2026 Explaining photography terms
    3/9/2026 Macro photography hints and tips
    3/16/2026 Landscape photography hints and tips
    3/23/2026 Portrait photography hints and tips
    3/30/2026 Portrait photography, part two hints and tips
    4/6/2026 Night photography hints and tips
    4/13/2026 F-stops and how to use them
    4/20/2026 What are the AE-L, AF-L, and *-buttons?  What do they do?
    4/27/2026 Photography Discussion Roundtable with James N8TMP, Bob KB8DQQ, Rick AD8KN, and Dave N8SBE.  White balance explained
    5/4/2026 Photography Discussion Roundtable with James N8TMP, Bob KB8DQQ, Rick AD8KN, and Dave N8SBE discussing photography workflow
    5/11/2026 3-D Printing with Allan N4ALK
    5/18/2026 Photography Discussion Roundtable with James N8TMP, Bob KB8DQQ, Rick AD8KN, and Dave N8SBE with an open forum about photography terms, cameras, and techniques
    5/25/2026 Hotspot Helpdesk/DMR Assistance with Jeremiah W9JAM
    6/1/2026 Photography Discussion Roundtable with James N8TMP, Bob KB8DQQ, Rick AD8KN, and Dave N8SBE.  What is Aperture in photography?
    6/8/2026 3-D Printing with Allan N4ALK
    6/15/2026 Photography Discussion Roundtable with James N8TMP, Bob KB8DQQ, Rick AD8KN, and Dave N8SBE.  What is Depth of Field?
    6/22/206 Hotspot Helpdesk/DMR Assistance with Jeremiah W9JAM
    6/29/2026 Photography Discussion Roundtable with James N8TMP, Bob KB8DQQ, Rick AD8KN, and Dave N8SBE.  Understanding Lens Focal Length.
    7/6/2026 Photography Discussion Roundtable with James N8TMP, Bob KB8DQQ, Rick AD8KN, and Dave N8SBE.  What is the Golden Triangle?
    7/13/2026 3-D Printing with Allan N4ALK
    7/20/2026 Photography Discussion Roundtable with James N8TMP, Bob KB8DQQ, Rick AD8KN, and Dave N8SBE.  What is Bokeh in photography?
    7/27/2026 Hotspot Helpdesk/DMR Support with Jeremiah W9JAM
    8/3/2026 Photography Discussion Roundtable with James N8TMP, Bob KB8DQQ, Rick AD8KN, and Dave N8SBE.  What are leading lines?

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


    Last Week’s Topic: White Balance Explained

    Last week we discussed white balance and how it helps photographers render color more accurately under different lighting conditions. White balance matters because light sources such as daylight, tungsten, fluorescent, and flash can all shift the color of an image in different ways. We also talked about using auto white balance, presets, and custom white balance to improve color accuracy or create a specific mood.


    This Week’s Topic: Photography Workflow

    This week’s topic is Photography Workflow, suggested by Dave N8SBE. Workflow is the step-by-step process that takes an image from capture to finished result, and it can make a big difference in how efficiently and consistently you work. A good workflow helps you stay organized, save time, and spend more energy on the creative side of photography instead of hunting for files or repeating tasks. Read more …