Image: Wikipedia The end of over 80 years of film cameras. This week Canon announced that they would stop selling the EOS-1v film camera, their last film camera available to consumers. The EOS-1v was the fastest moving-mirror film camera ever put into production at the time it was introduced, at 10 frames/second. Released in 2000, the EOS […]
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Freelancer Psychology – How to Keep a Level Head and Avoid Burnout
Cover photo credit of tired worker via RawPixel Freelancing can take its toll on your mental well-being. That might sound dramatic and, if you’re just starting out, perhaps a little unrealistic – after all, isn’t stress-reduction a given if you take a boss, fixed working hours and a dull commute out of the equation? Unfortunately, […]
Continue readingKodak Portra Film Stock Review: 160, 400, & 800
One of the most well-known film stocks for shooting crisp portraits and clean lifestyle photos has always been Kodak Portra. No matter what speed you are shooting at and what the setting entails, Portra is and has always been able to accurately capture the moment, which is why it has become so popular not only […]
Continue readingFujifilm Reveals New X-T100 Mirrorless, 4K Camera
As of May 23, 2018, Fujifilm has announced the arrival of their new X-T100 camera; the latest addition to the X series lineup. The new camera sits as the 4th in the X series and is a compact, mirrorless camera with 4k capabilities, bluetooth compatibility, and much much more! The X-T100 will be available in […]
Continue reading101 Freelance Business Ideas for Creative People
Starting out as a freelancer can be kind of thrilling. On the one hand it is incredibly scary to do it alone and manage an entire business. On the other hand you now get to work on your own schedule and on projects you are truly passionate about. Because of the growth and popularity of freelancing […]
Continue readingRoad Tripping through New Zealand with Marvin Kuhr
Endless coastlines, mountains, glaciers and beautiful lakes, doesn’t that sound perfect? That’s exactly what I thought for the past couple of years when I saw pictures of New Zealand and had plenty of friends telling me about their travels to the opposite side of the world. So there I am, thinking about when I can […]
Continue readingThe August Reinhardt Interview
Reading how other people got their start and what inspires them can be a great way to learn and grow in your own work. Hear about August Reinhardt‘s journey in this interview. Read more interviews on FilterGrade. What made you pick up a camera for the first time? There are a few reasons why I […]
Continue readingReview of My Morning Routine: How Successful People Start Every Day Inspired
Throughout your life, you will come to the realization that everyone is different, and when it comes to morning routines, you notice just how different people are from each other. Where some individuals choose to lay in bed and go on their phone for the first few hours of the day, others will choose to […]
Continue reading10 Great Blogs About Freelancing and Business for Freelancers
Running a freelance business is hard. Starting out, things like accounting, invoicing, customer support management, and other administrative tasks can seem pretty daunting. At least they did for me. However; after taking the time to read up on the business side of freelancing, it got a little easier. The good news is, there is an […]
Continue readingArt Deco Fonts Inspiration: 17+ Decorative Typefaces to Try
Discover top Art Deco fonts and decorative typefaces. Featuring beautiful fonts from professional lettering artists inspired by the Art Deco period. What Does Art Deco Mean? Art Deco is a style of visual arts, architecture, and design that started in France before the beginning of World War I during the 1920s. It represents a combination […]
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