Art of the Image

Daleks in the Backyard! Where? (Canon T6i + Canon 18-55mm STM Lens + Off Camera Flash)

2015-06-16T11:28:00.002-04:00

The Canon T6i and 18-55mm STM kit lens were staring at me, just begging to take some photos, so I grabbed my trusty old Nikon SB-26 and remote triggers and headed out into the backyard.

...and you'll NEVER guess what I found!

Daleks! The first one I saw was on the air conditioning unit beside the back of the house. Luckily he didn't exterminate me before I was able to get a few shots with the T6i.

This first image is my favourite of all of them. The SB-26 speedlite is hand-held slightly above and to camera left. I just played with my aperture and shutter speed until I had what looked like a nice effect.
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A PhotoWalk in Roth Park with the Canon 50mm f1.8 STM on the Canon T6i

2015-06-12T20:35:00.001-04:00

Despite it looking like rain, Renee and I decided to take a chance on the weather and headed out to Roth Park this morning for a walk along Pittock Lake. I took the opportunity to bring along the Canon 50mm f1.8 STM lens on the Canon T6i that I have in for review.
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Win a NEW Fuji X-T10 Kit in the June 2015 Art of the Image Photo Contest on Instagram!!!

2015-05-29T11:54:00.003-04:00

***UPDATED June 1st, 2015***

That's right! We're giving away a brand new Fuji X-T10 with 16-50mm lens to the lucky winner of the June 2015 Art of the Image Photo Contest compliments of Fuji Canada!!!

...and that's not all!

1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners will each receive a camera bag from Think Tank Photo, their choice of a Vest, Hoodie, or Pack Jacket from Scottevest, and A Better Bounce Card and A Better White Balance from PeterGregg.com. The 2nd Place Winner will also receive a pair of Meze Earbuds from Meze Headphones.
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Fuji X A2: A Guided Tour of the Fuji X-A2 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 16-50mm Kit Lens

2015-05-20T18:18:00.000-04:00

Fujifilm X-A2 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 16-50mm Lens. Check out the BEST PRICE, User Reviews, and Q&A on B&H Photo at http://tinyurl.com/mw4n27k and on Amazon at http://tinyurl.com/k2wnxgh

For Fuji X-A2 Replacement or Spare Batteries, I use the Wasabi Power Battery (2-Pack) and Charger for Fujifilm NP-W126. Check out the USER REVIEWS and BEST PRICE on Amazon at http://tinyurl.com/k7mxm6y

Get a FREE copy of my latest thriller novel, RETRIBUTION GAMES, at my author website www.mwballard.com

#Fuji #X-A2 #Mirrorless #tour

Nikon D3300 Unboxing, Initial Impressions, & Size Comparison with the Nikon D5500

2015-05-20T14:50:00.001-04:00

Nikon D3300 24.2 MP CMOS Digital SLR with AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II Zoom Lens. Check out the USER REVIEWS and BEST PRICE on Amazon at http://tinyurl.com/k3rl4ap and on B&HPhoto at http://tinyurl.com/m26d5zz

For Nikon D3300 Replacement or Spare Batteries, I use the Wasabi Power Battery (2-Pack) and Charger for Nikon EN-EL14. Check out the USER REVIEWS and BEST PRICE on Amazon at http://tinyurl.com/knrfba4

Get a FREE copy of my latest thriller novel, RETRIBUTION GAMES, at my author website www.mwballard.com

#Nikon #D3300 #DSLR #Unboxing #NikonD3300

63rd Annual Victoria Day Parade Woodstock Ontario - May 18, 2015 - Sony a6000 + 16-50mm Kit Lens

2015-05-19T14:57:00.000-04:00

View all the full size images on Google+ at http://tinyurl.com/kndtrn7

Sony Alpha a6000 Mirrorless Digital Camera Kit with 16-50mm and 55-210mm Lenses. Check out the BEST PRICE, User Reviews, and Q&A on BHPhoto at http://tinyurl.com/kfpzxp7

Wasabi Power Battery (2-Pack) and Charger for Sony NP-FW50. Check out the USER REVIEWS and BEST PRICE on Amazon at http://tinyurl.com/ovt3myw

Get a FREE copy of my latest thriller novel, RETRIBUTION GAMES, at my author website www.mwballard.com

#VictoriaDay #May24 #Parade #Woodstock #oxco360 #Sony #a6000

Sony FDR-AX100 4K Video Tour Woodstock Museum - Oxford Rifles - 1879 Council Chambers

2015-05-15T15:03:00.000-04:00

For more information on the Woodstock Museum National Historic Site, go to http://www.woodstockmuseum.ca

Check out the Sony FDR-AX100 4K Ultra HD Camcorder BEST PRICE, User Reviews, and Q&A on BHPhoto at http://tinyurl.com/l4ywq3l

For Replacement and Spare Batteries, I use Wasabi Power Battery (2-Pack) and Charger for Sony NP-FV70. Check out the USER REVIEWS and BEST PRICE on Amazon at http://tinyurl.com/lknofhm

Get a FREE copy of my latest thriller novel, RETRIBUTION GAMES, at my author website www.mwballard.com

4K Footage from the Sony FDR AX100: Woodstock Train Station Photo Walk

2015-05-14T15:07:00.000-04:00

Check out the Sony FDR-AX100 4K Ultra HD Camcorder BEST PRICE, User Reviews, and Q&A on B&HPhoto at http://tinyurl.com/l4ywq3l

For replacement and spare batteries, I use Wasabi Power Battery (2-Pack) and Charger for Sony NP-FV70. Check out the USER REVIEWS and BEST PRICE on Amazon at http://tinyurl.com/lknofhm

Get a FREE copy of my latest thriller novel, RETRIBUTION GAMES, at my author website www.mwballard.com

4K Footage from the Sony FDR AX100: London to Toronto Via Rail Train at the Woodstock Train Station

2015-05-14T08:00:00.000-04:00

Check out the Sony FDR-AX100 4K Ultra HD Camcorder BEST PRICE, User Reviews, and Q&A on B&H Photo at http://tinyurl.com/l4ywq3l

For replacement and spare batteries, I use Wasabi Power Battery (2-Pack) and Charger for Sony NP-FV70. Check out the USER REVIEWS and BEST PRICE on Amazon at http://tinyurl.com/lknofhm

Get a FREE copy of my latest thriller novel, RETRIBUTION GAMES, at my author website www.mwballard.com

Q&A: What are the BEST Zooms for the Sony a6000?

2015-05-13T18:12:00.000-04:00

Sony Alpha a6000 Mirrorless Digital Camera Kit with 16-50mm and 55-210mm Lenses. Check out the BEST PRICE, User Reviews, and Q&A on B&H Photo at http://tinyurl.com/kfpzxp7

Get a FREE copy of my latest thriller novel, RETRIBUTION GAMES, at my author website www.mwballard.com

Q&A: Should I Upgrade to a Canon 70D or a Canon T6s from the Canon T3i & T5i?

2015-05-13T16:27:00.000-04:00

Check out the User Reviews and Amazon's LOWEST price on the Canon T6s EOS 760D at http://tinyurl.com/ka73d7q

Check out the User Reviews and Amazon's LOWEST price on the Canon 70D at http://tinyurl.com/psmmh4w

Get a FREE copy of my latest thriller novel, RETRIBUTION GAMES, at my author website www.mwballard.com

Canon 7D Mk2 vs Nikon D7200: Which Is the Better DSLR for Video? (Viewer...

2015-04-19T16:28:00.003-04:00

Coffee Diet Viewer Response: Benefits of Drinking a Gallon of Water a Day

2015-04-19T16:28:00.001-04:00

Nikon D5500 D5300 D5200 - Does the Lack of Internal Auto Focus Motor Mak...

2015-04-19T16:27:00.003-04:00

Which Canon Lenses Can Resolve the Canon 5Ds 50 Megapixels? (Viewer Resp...

2015-04-19T16:27:00.001-04:00

Coffee Diet Update 2015Apr18: - Broke 190 Today!!!!

2015-04-18T16:34:00.000-04:00

Coffee Diet Viewer Response: Experience with 2 Glasses of Veggie and Fru...

2015-04-18T16:33:00.000-04:00

Nikon D7200 Viewer Response: Nikon D7100 and D7200 + Nikon 300mm f4 & 1....

2015-04-18T16:32:00.002-04:00

Nikon D7200 Viewer Response: DXOMark is Full of It

2015-04-18T16:32:00.001-04:00

Nikon D7200 Viewer Response: Using the Nikon D7200 for Video and Still w...

2015-04-18T16:32:00.000-04:00

Viewer Response to Peter Hurley Canon 5Ds Noticeable Noise at ISO 1600

2015-04-18T16:31:00.002-04:00

Coffee Diet Viewer Response: DurianRider & High Carb Fruit Diet (High Fr...

2015-04-18T16:31:00.001-04:00

Viewer Response: Canon Lens Rebates and Lower Pricing

2015-04-18T16:31:00.000-04:00

4 Reasons to choose a Black Magic Camera OVER Panasonic GH4 or DSLR 5D M...

2015-04-18T16:29:00.000-04:00

3 Biggest Mistakes to Avoid When Handling Your SD Memory Cards

2015-04-18T04:00:00.000-04:00