When my granddad passed away I was left with his camera bag. In it were two film cameras, two lenses, some gun ammo, and a few rolls of film. This is one of his lenses — a 50mm prime Minolta from the late ’70s on my Nikon Z8. Manual focus, manual aperture, and no stabilization. […]
I’ve always loved live music—from my younger days in a band to the privilege of photographing it from time to time. The Belly Up is an Iconic local music venue, if you’ve never been, you should.
Solving the Banding Issue with Nikon Z8 and Z9 in Flash Photography Adding the Nikon Z8 to my camera gear brought along a few challenges, one of which was banding during flash photography—particularly when using an external flash and trigger setup. After some trial and error, I found a solution to this problem, even incorporating […]
Assos Speed Club: Connecting Cyclists Worldwide Through Shared Journeys The Assos Speed Club is more than just a cycling group; it’s a global movement that unites riders from diverse backgrounds, all bound by a shared love for the sport. This international community thrives on the joy of collective riding experiences, where the spirit of cycling […]
A Night of Music and Stories: ZB Savoy at the Brooks Theater in Oceanside, California San Diego musician ZB Savoy stepped on stage at the Brooks Theater in Oceanside, California, delivering an enjoyable evening filled with classic Willie Nelson tunes and a few stories behind the music. One of the highlights of the night was […]
To be “Adrift” can have both literal and figurative meanings: Literal Meaning: In a literal sense, to be adrift means to be floating without being anchored or moored. This is often used in the context of boats or ships that are not tied to anything and are drifting with the current or wind. Figurative Meaning: […]
A Conversation with Lance ‘Lany Pants’ Haidet Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with professional cyclist Lance Haidet, otherwise known as ‘Lany Pants.’ The nickname might sound quirky, but it has become a significant part of his identity, both on and off the racecourse. The Origin of ‘Lany Pants’ When asked about the nickname, […]
Editing N-RAW in Final Cut Pro: A Comprehensive Guide I wanted to share some exciting news for those of you working with N-RAW files in Final Cut Pro. Recently, if you’ve purchased a Nikon Z8 or Z9, you might have faced the frustration of being unable to edit N-RAW files in Final Cut Pro or […]
View this post on Instagram A post shared by ALMSTHRE | CYCLING BAGS (@almsthre) Team Best “Thunder Thursday” Showed up to the group ride on a commuter e-bike, this is what I got. I knew it was going to be difficult because the bike I was on topped out at 27mph while the majority of […]
Shooting video with the Nikon D850 While I primarily use my Nikon Z6 and Z8 cameras, I’ve held on to my Nikon D850 for two reasons: When the D850 came out, it was a precursor to what modern mirrorless cameras are great for: “hybrid shooters.” With the ability to capture 4K UHD and early electronic […]