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ID#73b: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | August 21, 2008 6:00 AM | Comment | TrackBack

Here is Part II of Rick and Jason's interview with photographer and author Thom Hogan.

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Download The Image Doctors #73b (NPC-ID-2008-08-21b.mp3;1:25:09 29.3MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes:August 21st, 2008

Interview with Thom Hogan (Part 2)

Check out Thom's website at www.bythom.com

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ID#73a The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | August 21, 2008 6:00 AM | Comment | TrackBack

This week, Jason and Rick sat down with popular photographer and author Thom Hogan. Due to the length of the interview, we've split this episode into two parts.

Looking for an Image Doctors Episode? Check the show archives here.

Download The Image Doctors #73a (NPC-ID-2008-08-21a.mp3;52:59 18.2MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes:August 21st, 2008

Interview with Thom Hogan

Check out Thom's website at www.bythom.com

ID#72: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | August 7, 2008 3:59 AM | Comment | TrackBack

Jason and Rick made their annual trip to the summit of Mt. Evans Colorado, and brought along some new toys, including the Nikon D700. Hear their account of the shoot and get their first impressions of the new Nikon DSLR.

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Download The Image Doctors #72 (NPC-ID-2008-08-07.mp3;1:02:20; 21.5MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes:August 7th, 2008

09:39 D700 First Impressions

19:26 200mm f/2.0 AFS VR Nikkor

24:58 Mt. Evans shoot See our shots in this thread on the Podcasts Feedback forum.

51:40 New Presets for ACR and NX 2.0

57:34 Photo Prescription: Using AE Lock

ID #71: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | July 24, 2008 12:00 AM

This week, Rick and Jason explore the use of "non-traditional" focal lengths as a creative tool, and discuss ways of handling contrast in photography

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Download The Image Doctors #71 (NPC-ID-2008-07-24.mp3; 52:32; 18.1MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: July 24, 2008

01:24 Non-Traditional Focal Lengths

15:05 Handling Contrast in Photography

48:48 Photo Prescription: Getting low with your tripod

ID#70: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | July 11, 2008 2:23 AM

FX or DX? Jason and Rick discuss the merits of each Nikon DSLR format in this week's episode, along with their thoughts on the newly announced Nikon D700.

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Download The Image Doctors #70 (NPC-ID-2008-07-10.mp3; 50:50; 17.5MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: July 10, 2008

01:10 Report from Rocky Mountain National Park

22:41 The Nikon D700

22:27 FX vs. DX

42:17 Dual monitors in your workflow

36:22 Photo Prescription: Shooting in Bursts

ID#69: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | June 26, 2008 6:00 AM

Jason and Rick discuss their trip to Dallas Texas to teach at the Nikonians Academy Advanced Workflow Workshop, and then discuss Rick's photo safari to Olympic National Park.

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Download The Image Doctors #69 (NPC-ID-2008-06-26.mp3; 43:02; 20.1 21MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: June 26, 2008

01:05 Report from the Advanced Digital Workflow Workshop, Dallas, Texas

22:41 Rick's visit to Olympic National Park, Washington, USA.

36:22 Photo Prescription: Printing 4x6 snapshots

ID#68: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | June 12, 2008 5:42 AM | Comment

Jason and Rick discuss the latest in inkjet technology with an HP Engineer. Then, listen as Jason and Rick break down Nikon Capture NX 2.0 in their detailed hands-on review.

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Download The Image Doctors #68 (NPC-ID-2008-06-12.mp3; 1:00:49; 20.1 21MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: June 12, 2008

02:45 Interview with Thom Brown from Hewlett Packard

Useful HP links:
All about permanance
Wilhelm Institute
HP Light Fade Simulator

HP B9180 Printing Guide for Adobe Lightroom
HP B9180 Printing Guide for Photoshop CS3

23:35 Capture NX 2.0 Hands-on Review

Check out Jason's 400-page eBook, The Photographer's Guide to Capture NX2-- an all-new guide to Capture NX 2.0.
For video tutorials on Capture NX 2.0, check out the Vincent Versace DVD set

55:15 Photo Prescription: Using Labels and Ratings in your browser

ID#67: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | May 29, 2008 6:37 AM

Jason and Rick revisit the AF-ON button technique, and review Nikon's Multi-CAM 3500 autofocus module found in the D3 and D300 DSLRs. They also review the Viveza plug-in from Nik Software, which gives Photoshop and Aperture users access to Color Control Points.

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Download The Image Doctors #67 (NPC-ID-2008-05-29.mp3; 58:10; 20.1 MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: May 29, 2008

02:07 The AF-ON autofocus technique revisited

16:40 Live View in the D3 and D300

26:22 Nik Software's Viveza Plug-in

33:07 Visiting an art museum for inspiration

36:57 Using the Multi-CAM 3500 Autofocus System

55:30 Photo Prescription: Don't forget the basics of exposure when using program modes

Don't forget to sign up for the Nikonians Academy Advanced Digital ImagingWorkflow workshop June 12-15 in Dallas, Texas, where Jason and Rick will be guest instructors!

ID#66: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | May 15, 2008 6:00 AM

This week, the Image Doctors go back into the past to discuss the Nikon F5 SLR. They'll also offer their advice for using modern digital editing software maximize quality of scanned film images.

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Download The Image Doctors #66 (NPC-ID-2008-05-15.mp3; 54:44; 18.9 MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: May 15, 2008

01:56 The Nikon F5

24:17 Using modern software with scanned images

29:28 Auto correction tools: When to use them

48:10 Photo Prescripton: modifying hyperfocal distance with large prints

Don't forget to sign up for the Nikonians Academy Advanced Digital ImagingWorkflow workshop June 12-15 in Dallas, Texas, where Jason and Rick will be guest instructors!

ID#65: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | May 1, 2008 12:00 AM

This week, the Image Doctors offer a potpourri of topics, including fisheye lenses, the RGB histogram, and whether to choose a VR lens.

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Download The Image Doctors #65 (NPC-ID-2008-05-01.mp3; 53:40; 18.5 MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: May 1, 2008

01:56 Fisheye Lenses

24:17 Using the RGB histogram in your DSLR

29:28 Right-angle viewfinders

36:20 VR or not VR?

48:10 Photo Prescripton: Use proper hand-holding technique

Don't forget to sign up for the Nikonians Academy Advanced Digital ImagingWorkflow workshop June 12-15 in Dallas, Texas, where Jason and Rick will be guest instructors!

ID#64: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | April 17, 2008 4:26 AM

Join the Image Doctors from California as they discuss the Nikonians Advanced Workflow Workshop, shooting in San Francisco, and celebrate the 8th anniversary of Nikonians!

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Download The Image Doctors #64 (NPC-ID-2008-04-17.mp3; 32:28 11.2 MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: April 3, 2008

01:48 Nikonians Academy Advanced Workflow Workshop Report

06:32 Shooting the Golden Gate Bridge

12:25 Nikonians 8th Anniversary

17:35 What's really in our bags?

28:43 Photo Prescripton: Photograph the layout of your bags

ID#63: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | April 3, 2008 4:21 AM

This week, Rick and Jason discuss how to prepare for shooting in inclement weather, and review the Think Tank Photo Hydrophobia rain cover.
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Download The Image Doctors #63 (NPC-ID-2008-04-03.mp3; 56:56 19.6 MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: April 3, 2008

01:19 Shooting in poor weather

27:06 Product Review: Think Tank Photo Hydrophobia Rain Cover: Get a free bonus module from Think Tank and support Nikonians by ordering here

33:30 Scouting a location before you shoot

53:03 Photo Prescripton: Get some kneepads and shoot in comfort

Don't forget! Jason and Rick will be the featured guest instructors at two Nikonians Advanced Workflow Workshops. Sign up now-- spaces are filling up!

ID#62: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | March 20, 2008 8:37 PM

Jessica, the voice of Nikonians News Flash, joins the Image Doctors in the studio this week and discusses her photo shoot on location with Jason and Rick.
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Download The Image Doctors #61 (NPC-ID-2008-03-20.mp3; 58:02 20 MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes:March 20, 2008

02:12 Listener Mail: Shooting Puffins / AF Fine-tuning

10:32 Shooting Landscapes at Garden of the Gods with special guest Jessica Odell: shooting IR with a converted D2X, and using the new 24mm PC Nikkor.

37:35 Macro shooting at Denver Botanic Gardens with Jessica Odell

54:57 Photo Prescripton: Use your lens hood!

Don't forget! Jason and Rick will be the featured guest instructors at two Nikonians Advanced Workflow Workshops. Sign up now-- spaces are filling up!

ID#61: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | March 6, 2008 5:34 AM

This week, Jason & Rick shoot at the US Air Force Academy, discuss AF fine-tuning, and compare the 24-70 f/2.8 Nikkor with its predecessor, the 28-70 f/2.8 Nikkor.

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Download The Image Doctors #61 (NPC-ID-2008-03-06.mp3; 54:23 18.8MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes:March 6, 2008

01:57 Listener Mail: How long can film sit in my camera before it goes bad?

07:49 On Location at the US Air Force Academy

24:35 Comparing the 24-70mm f/2.8 Zoom Nikkor with the 28-70mm f/2.8 Zoom Nikkor

34:38 Autofocus Fine-Tuning

50:40 Photo Prescripton: Improve your compositions with wide-angle lenses

Just a reminder that Jason and Rick will be the featured guest instructors at two Nikonians Advanced Workflow Workshops.

ID#60: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | February 21, 2008 4:04 AM

Want to get great photos on a budget? Look no further than this week's episode of The Image Doctors. Jason and Rick devote this week's show to photography "on the cheap".

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Download The Image Doctors #60 (NPC-ID-2008-02-21.mp3; 57:48 19.9MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: February 21, 2008

2:20 Photography "on the cheap". Learn where the values are with bodies, lenses, and accessories.

47:19 Photo Prescripton: Improve your compositions with wide-angle lenses

Just a reminder that Jason and Rick will be the featured guest instructors at two Nikonians Advanced Workflow Workshops.

ID#59: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | February 7, 2008 2:50 PM

Rick and Jason share more experiences with the Nikon D3, including captive wolves. They offer their take on using perspective control lenses, and discuss the recent announcement of the Nikkor 24mm PC Tilt/Shift lens.

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Download The Image Doctors #59 (NPC-ID-2008-02-07.mp3; 31:56 11MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: January 23, 2008

1:06 Jason's excursions with the Nikon D3: Wolves at the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center (photos here) and shooting indoor hockey.

16:53 Using Perspective Control Lenses and a discussion of the new 24mm f/3.5 E PC Nikkor

28:28 Photo Prescripton: Using your SB-600 or SB-800 off-camera for hand-held portraits

ID#58: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | January 24, 2008 4:34 AM

Rick is back from his trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. Hear all about it in this week's episode.
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Download The Image Doctors #58 (NPC-ID-2008-01-24.mp3; 57:52; 19.9MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: January 24, 2008

1:36 Ecuador and the Galapagos (Images at Rick's Website)

Galapagos links:
Ecoventura
Bellavista Cloud Forest

41:30 The Gitzo GT1550 T "Traveler" tripod revisited View image
46:27 Small Ballheads

Link: Markins Q3

50:57 Photo Prescripton: Auto ISO with Flash

ID#57: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | January 10, 2008 5:03 AM

Looking for places to photograph in the US? Rick and Jason offer up some of their favorite locations. This week, the "Doctors" also review Nik Color Efex 3.0 and a new Gitzo Tripod, the GT1550T.
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Download The Image Doctors #57 (NPC-ID-2008-01-10.mp3; 43:16; 14.9MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: January 10, 2008

1:22 Locations we like to shoot
18:46 Nik Color Efex Pro 3 for Photoshop
33:13 The Gitzo GT1550 T "Traveler" tripod
46:17 Photo Prescription: Put your photos onto postage stamps

ID#56: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | December 27, 2007 4:46 AM

This week, Rick and Jason are joined in the studio by Dave Black, who answers questions about Nikon's new flagship DSLR, the Nikon D3.
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Download The Image Doctors #56 (NPC-ID-2007-12-27.mp3; 51:28; 17.8MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: December 27, 2007

00:41 Dave Black on the Nikon D3

46:17 Photo Prescription: Tips for the Nikon D3

ID#55: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | December 6, 2007 2:15 PM

Rick and Jason both received their D300 and D3 bodies last week, and in this episode, they give their hands-on first impressions of the Nikon D300 DSLR. In addition, The Image Doctors were able to get a brief telephone interview with Nikon Pro Vincent Versace, who gives his take on the D300 as well.

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Download The Image Doctors #55 (NPC-ID-2007-12-06.mp3; 54:40; 12.6MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: December 6, 2007

2:00 Vincent Versace on the D300
Learn more from Vincent at his website and educational shop

15:12 Jason and Rick's D300 hands-on preview

51:42 Photo Prescription: Linking effects into a single Edit Step in Capture NX

ID#54: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | November 22, 2007 8:36 PM

It's holiday season again, and The Image Doctors bring you their annual holiday gift suggestions. This episode is brought to you by Bogen Imaging.
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Download The Image Doctors #54 (NPC-ID-2007-11-22.mp3; 27:52; 9.8MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: November 22, 2007

Episode #54 of The Image Doctors is brought to you by Bogen Imaging.

2:25 Holiday gift suggestions for photographers: 2007 edition

17:34 Good deals on used equipment

22:11 Photo Prescription: Choosing the right ND Grad filter

ID #53: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | November 8, 2007 2:25 PM

Are you just getting started in digital photography? Do you feel overwhelmed? Listen as Jason and Rick meet with a novice photographer and give him advice on how to use his Nikon D40x. Also in this episode, Rick and Jason give their hands-on preview of Nikon Capture NX 1.3, slated for release in late November.

Download The Image Doctors #53 (NPC-ID-2007-11-08.mp3; 58:02; 20.3MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: November 8, 2007

1:20 Capture NX 1.3 Hands-on preview

18:39 Beginners' tips: An interview with Renzo Bianchi

ID#52: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | October 25, 2007 12:00 PM

Listen as the Image Doctors go back in time and discuss the Nikon F3, followed by a discussion of how to simplify your shooting. Jason and Rick also discuss the major camera settings for Nikon DSLRs and how to set them up to get great photos in the field.

Download The Image Doctors #52 (NPC-ID-2007-10-25.mp3; 55:29; 19.4MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: October 25, 2007

1:59 Review of the Nikon F3

21:55 Simplicity in Shooting

35:13 In-camera settings for Nikon DSLRs in the field

51:21 Photo Prescription: Soft Proofing tips

ID#51: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | October 11, 2007 2:37 PM

The Image Doctors have returned from the 7th Annual Nikonians Photo Adventure Trip (ANPAT). Hear all about their week in Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks.

Download The Image Doctors #51 (NPC-ID-2007-10-11.mp3; 37:49; 13.3MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: October 11, 2007

1:21 7th ANPAT Report: Grand Teton NP and Yellowstone NP Click here to see some of Jason's Photos from the ANPAT.

14:44 Challenges with shooting wildlife and landscapes; thoughts on choosing the right gear

34:10 Photo Prescription: Using a telephoto lens for landscape shots

ID#50: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | September 27, 2007 6:44 AM

This week, the "Doctors" discuss options for portrait lenses and how to find your photographic style.

Download The Image Doctors #50 (NPC-ID-2007-09-27.mp3; 45:19; 15.9MB; MP3 format)

Show Notes: September 27, 2007

2:08 Portrait Lenses

23:00 Defining your personal photographic style

41:36 Photo Prescription: Tripod hooks

ID#49: The Image Doctors

Added by drjay32 | September 13, 2007 3:26 PM