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Singer, actress, photographer: Michelle Garthe is talented. From a Nikon point-and-shoot in 2007 to a high-end Canon DSLR and a portraiture business, Michelle has come a long way in a short time. Her work has graced the covers of several magazines. In her own words, her passion is capturing people and still life. What drives Michelle Garthe? How did she get started? What is her vision? Learn more about Michelle in this week’s edition of Photog Friday.
Name: Michelle Garthe
Country of residence: United States
Brief Bio: Michelle is an award winning professional singer and actress for nearly 18 years (see www.michellegarthe.com). She runs Garthe Photo Arts which specializes in babies, children, family and maternity photography in Hong Kong. Her works are seen on the cover pages of American Women’s Association of HK magazine, The List magazine, Sassy Hong Kong website, Kanga News (Australian Association of HK magazine), Time Out Magazine, walls of US Consulate Hong Kong and Hong Kong Cultural Center. She also does graphics designing and photography for Community Advice Bureau.
How did you first get interested in photography?
It all started when my husband Lou and I took a trip to Queenstown, New Zealand in 2007. Armed with a point and shoot Nikon camera, I was fascinated in capturing its enthralling landscapes, picturesque towns and fascinating culture. I purchased my first DSLR Nikon D40 and experimented on still life photography. Then I realized I needed a camera with bracketing capabilities so I sold my D40 to my brother and purchased a Canon 450D. I experimented on HDR (High Dynamic Range), clone effects, Dave Hill effect and high speed photography. I also began studying lighting techniques as well.
On the Nikon front
Nikon Rumors is reporting that Nikon 85mm f/3.5G DX Micro lens now available.
A recent post on the same site said the new Nikon D3s would be in short supply in Canada over the next six months. Nikon issued a clarification saying they don’t expect shortages unless there is higher than expected sales during December.
Two fun things: Nikon Rumors is holding a Nikon Lomography kit giveaway, and is hosting a poll: Tell Nikon what you want in the Nikon D700 replacement
Canon Rumors has a sneak peek at the new Canon 5D Mark II firmware upgrade which has appeared various places online. The rumored firmware will give shooters the ability to record 1080p video at 24 frames-per-second, and also 720p video at a blistering 60 frames-per-second.
You’re on flickr, so we’re on flickr. Phottix is now on flickr, one of the web’s most popular photo sharing sites. Phottix Professional Photo Accessories will be using flickr to connect with customers: Giving them a place to discuss Phottix products and show off their Phottix-related images. Connect with the Phottix Journal on flickr. If…
His flickr stream is dominated by stunning portraits of beautiful models. Photographer Dave Gruentzel is a jack-of-all-trades, a self-described digital handyman. Photographer, musician, recording engineer: He’s a man of many talents. How did he get started? How does he look at life through the lens? On today’s Photog Friday, meet and learn more about Dave…