Along with the 30d I picked up a new Canon f2.8 100mm USM Macro lens. I've never had a proper macro lens. I can't really count the Promaster 100mm macro lens since it was bought used and is probably over 5 years old. 
I didn't get a chance to blog this before but shortly before my 300d passed away I bought a Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM, my first piece of L glass which set me back about $1300. All in all I'm really excited about having a camera again. I didn't even want to fill the photo section with my old work since I hope to get out soon and start shooting!
It's the goal of every photographer to do as much "in camera" as possible such as cropping, exposure, lighting etc. The more you do in camera the less time you spend in photoshop which means the faster you can produce your image. However many times, even after the extra in-camera-effort, the photo still needs a little love in photoshop to make it just right.
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I really hate bragging and/or boasting but I have to mention the fact that Sarah and I just got done relaunching our business website. It's been hard working until 3am every morning but I'm glad we finally got it done.
http://photonotes.org/
Just in case you were curious, here is the high tech, high quality, professional level setup for the Schlafly series I did a few days back...
http://www.betterphoto.com/home.asp
http://www.photozone.de/active/news/index.jsp
More gear! I'm trying to build up a nice studio. In order to do that I had to snag some lighting and a few other goodies. I'm way over budget so now it's time to make some funds.
Sarah Sporting a Canon XTiSarah sporting her brand new Canon XTi. She's only been shooting for a few days and is already a pro!
Yep, that's right. Sarah is learning to shoot! We snagged the Canon Rebel XTi and she's working her way through the same book that taught me how to shoot; Understanding Exposure
After being on hiatus for so long it's time for me to regurgitate all of my linking goodness. First up, a very important part of my photography diet is StudioLighting.net.
The following is a tutorial on how to create an extension tube / reverse mount for a standard 18-55mm lens using common plumbing supplies found at your local hardware store.
Time for a ghetto tutorial. Using a CD jewel case we'll make a nice gel light.
Building a light box is pretty easy stuff. A light box is particularly useful for product photography where you need a nice white background. Many people find that their products will actually sell faster with a more professional looking photo. Here you'll find a step by step on how to build your own DIY light box.
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How are you doing? Been a long time actually.. very very looking forward to your new work with that awesome camera (I got one too :P)
Now off to see what the #$% you did with your site ;)
Hanneke (you know, the crazy girl from Holland ;))