The 2011 Photography Book Now competition is open for entries. Now in its fourth year and featuring a $25,000 grand prize, this international-juried competition, presented by Blurb, celebrates the very best in self-published photography books and the photographers behind them. For the first time, the competition will also celebrate up-and-coming talent with a Student category. Entries will be accepted in three professional categories – Fine Art, Documentary and Travel.
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Booq unveils the new versatile Python camera bag collection. The needs of photographers and ambitious photo enthusiasts have evolved. With iPads, ultra-compact laptops and cameras of various form factors being integral parts of a photographer’s life, the Python collection accommodates this gear through refreshingly innovative design solutions and functional protective elements, all in strikingly elegant designs. Each of the four new camera bags caters to unique user requirements and all are available at booqbags.com and retailers throughout the country.
Booq introduces the Python slimpack. Intelligently designed to pack all the necessary essentials photographer’s need to get the job done, the Python slimpack stores two DSLRs and up to four mid-size lenses, as well as one large zoom lens, tripod and a up to a 10-inch tablet or iPad. Two ergonomically designed shoulder straps conform to all body types and maximize comfort when carrying a full load of gear.
BosStrap’s out-of-the-box engineering is said to solve many of the inherent disadvantages of across-the-shoulder camera straps. Visually BosStrap stands out because it does not require a cumbersome and roaming shoulder pad for a gear laden photographer to have all-day comfort. BosStrap’s unique approach relies on a 1-1/2” wide nylon belt to distribute the weight of the camera on your shoulder, and a BosTail that remains attached to the camera. A TriggerLoc on the BosStrap attaches to a metal ring on the BosTail. In use the camera slides smoothly up to your eye; at rest the camera sits at your hip. By using the left camera strap lug as an attachment point, the tripod socket is always available. Moving between hand-held shooting and a tripod is a breeze. Professional photographers, who tested the BosStrap system under studio and field conditions, give it exceptionally high reviews. BosStrap is entirely made with USA parts and labor.
BosStrap’s out-of-the-box engineering solved many of the inherent disadvantages of across-the-shoulder
camera straps. Visually BosStrap stands out because it does not require a cumbersome and
roaming shoulder pad for a gear laden photographer to have all-day comfort.
BosStrap’s unique approach relies on a 1-1/2” wide nylon belt to distribute
the weight of the camera on your shoulder, and a BosTail that remains
attached to the camera. A TriggerLoc on the BosStrap attaches to a metal ring
on the BosTail. In use the camera slides smoothly up to your eye; at rest the
camera sits at your hip. BosStraps use the left camera strap lug as an attachment
point which is safer than attaching to the tripod socket. Since there is no screw to
remove from the tripod socket, moving between hand-held shooting and a tripod is
a breeze. Professional photographers, who tested the BosStrap system under
studio and field conditions, give it exceptionally high reviews. BosStrap is entirely
made with USA parts and labor. The BosStrap System includes the BosStrap and one BosTail
for $39.95. For your backup cameras, a BosStrap Bundle
includes one BosStrap and two BosTails for $45.90. BosTails are also available separately for
$6.95 each.
BosStrap has recently expanded it line of Sliding Sling Straps with the introduction of two new Light Weight versions and a unique Ultra light Hand Band. Light weight versions of Generation 3 and the One Piece styles were created as a result of customer feedback asking for a BosStrap to use with lighter, smaller cameras.
BosStrap has reengineered the BosStrap Camera Sling System with an improved one piece design, the BosStrap OP Camera Sling.
The BosStrap OP always remains attached to your
Camera, but there are significant differences compared to conventional neck
straps. Sling straps incorporate a sliding fitting that moves along the strap, not
requiring the strap itself to move. In use, the camera glides smoothly along the
strap up to your eye; when not in use the camera rests comfortably at your hip.
The sling design dates back to 1885.
With a BosTail, you can permanently free up your
tripod attachment socket and possibly avoid serious
damage to your camera. BosTails can be used with
any sling style camera strap. BosTails include a slip lock and a nickel plated, metal
ring which is permanently attached to the BosTail.
BosTails can be adjusted from 2" to 4" to accommodate
different camera body heights and carrying
configurations.
A BosTail attaches to the left
side eyelet or left strap lug depending on the
camera body. On cameras that have eyelets
with triangular split rings, attach the BosTail to
the left side split ring. If your camera comes
equipped with a lug for its strap, simply remove
the camera strap and install the BosTail on the
left side lug. A BosTail never needs to be
removed from the camera body. Each camera
body should have its own BosTail.
Studio lighting manufacturer, Bowens International, has launched a new website dedicated to American photographers. The site (www.bowensusa.com) contains the latest information on over two hundred Bowens products complete with brochures, operating instructions and exclusive ‘how to’ videos developed by some of the world’s top photo-lighting experts.