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? |
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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 …
