Have you guys heard of Google Reader? Well that is what I use to keep up with all the blogs and RSS feeds that I follow in one nice page. Well lately several photographers that I have been following have posted a link to a little video made by a really great, talented, and humble photographer, Zac Arias. Well, I thought I would share some thoughts about the video with you.
I ran across this particular video last month, but did not have a chance to sit down and really see it. I finally did and the video really made me stop and think about where I am heading with my life and career, what is important and what is not…. It was really moving and inspirational and I don’t want to ruin the video by telling you guys so I will let you guys see for yourself. I have the video posted down below for your convenience, but you can see the video along with Zac Arias amazing work at his blog. I hope you guys enjoy the video as much as I did.
I figured since this post is about something other than pictures, I decided to compile some more videos, besides Zac Arias, that I have ran across the web that are also pretty cool and inspirational to me. Take care.
So I just received my BODA Lens Bag yesterday and wanted to blog about this awesome purchase. I have been eyeing this bag ever since the incredible photographer, Jim Garner and his wife, designed and came out with it a couple years ago. The only reason why I waited so long to purchase the BODA bag was because I like to see and try out products before I invest in anything. The opportunity to see and try out the BODA lens bag came during WPPI 2009.
At WPPI I saw firsthand many photographers wearing the BODA bag. Jim Garner also talked about it during his seminar and demonstrated how he uses it. After the seminar I went straight to the BODA booth at the trade show and got the opportunity to try on the bag and get a feel for it – I was sold. Besides, it was a great deal because everything was included; the shoulder strap, the hip strap, and the hip comfort pad. I believe I was the fourth person to purchase one that day. I should have been the first, but several people cut in front of me, lol.
So I have been messing around with it today and I really like how it frees up your shoulder. You can go with the shoulder strap, but I personally think it is more comfortable around the hip. It has so many pockets for your CF cards, water bottle, batteries, phone, business cards, and of course your lenses. The top cover opens up for easy access to your lens and it is supposed to be waterproof (I haven’t tried running through a waterfall, but probably shouldn’t have to). I am very excited about my purchase and definitely recommend the BODA lens bag to all photographers.
Here are some pictures showcasing my BODA bag and my feeble attempt with off-camera lighting.
Though not my first time in Vegas, it was my definitely my first time attending the WPPI Convention and the first time I didn’t sit in front of a dealer at a blackjack or poker table to gamble my money away. Instead, I sat in at some pretty cool seminars hosted by some amazing photographers and used my money to buy some photography gear instead.
Though just as exhausting as all my other Vegas trips, I had an amazing time. I didn’t know what to expect from this trip and was told by some WPPI-seasoned photographers to have a schedule set because you can definitely lose track of time with all that is going on.
There were seminars from eight in the morning to eight in the evening to attend, hundreds of vendors at the tradeshow to see and some photo shoots and parties not part of the WPPI convention to go to. There was a lot, I mean a lot of things going on. All the walking from my hotel room to the seminars and tradeshow and down the strip was crazy. With all that walking comes another Las Vegas first – I lost 3lbs instead of gaining 3lbs in Vegas. Crazy, I know!
All in all, it was a great experience and I learned so much from the industry’s top photographers and met some awesome photographers during the process. I am definitely looking forward to next year’s WPPI Convention which so happens to be their 30th anniversary. I know what to expect now and will definitely enjoy it even more next year.
