stephen schaub

Film Grain vs Digital Grain…Thoughts from the Trenches.

by EveNSteve
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It’s all about the grain! Digital “grain” and analog film grain- which is better? Is one better? Are there advantages to one over the other? These are just a few of the points discussed in this dynamic audioblog by Hybrid Artist Stephen Schaub.

Great Expectations- Thoughts on Selecting The Perfect Paper for Your Prints

by EveNSteve
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This in-depth audioblog (almost 20 minutes) provides a great foundation on the four basic types of output material (gloss, matt, canvas and alternative media) as well as examples on organizing your paper (media) and workflow considerations for selecting a specific media for a particular artwork.  By Stephen M. Schaub Hybrid Artists and master printer.

Figital Update

by EveNSteve

Welcome to the new layout for the Figital Revolution. Everything you’ve grown to love is still here and YES the ReEducation Videos are back with more to come very, very soon so stay tuned. Also, I just sent out the first FR newsletter (Viva La Revolution) so be sure to sign-up to get them delivered weekly (FREE and you can unsubscribe at any time). Please note that there is also an RSS feed to the newsletter archive…thanks for the suggestion!

The Real Cost of Working Digital

by EveNSteve
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What does it really cost to work using digital photographic technologies? Upgrades, hardware… more upgrades…what does all this mean when you price your works? Hybrid Artist Stephen Schaub explores this brave new world of digital photography and provides some interesting points to consider both for and against digital. Also referenced and discussed in this audioblog is the current issue of PDN and the article “Digital Confusion” by Sara Coleman. This is a great listen for anyone considering the plunge into digital photography or for the photographer who is slowly drowning in an ocean of upgrades and unforeseen costs.

Lens Selection: In Search of the Goldilocks Lens

by EveNSteve
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What is the perfect focal-length lens, or the “Goldilocks” lens? And how many lenses do you “really” need in your bag? What are optical and performance considerations you should consider when selecting your lens arsenal? These are just a few points of discussion covered by Hybrid Artist Stephen M. Schaub. The conclusion of this audio blog also provides tools and procedures for helping determine your best lens trinity.

Self Promotion- What’s the Big Deal?

by EveNSteve

AudioBlog LogoDo artists suck at self-promotion or what? In this audioblog Stephen Schaub explores several of the excuses and pitfalls that plague artists when it comes to successful self promotion, and details why it really is so important after all. But wait- there’s more! Schaub (Our Leader) explores some workable strategies for artists to maximize their available resources toward a successful art marketing.

Growth Industry: Photography As A Top Job Pick in 2008?

by EveNSteve

AudioBlog LogoPhotography is a growth industry? At least that is the assertion made in a recent Yahoo article titled “Eight Top Fields with Major Job Growth” by Sonya Carmichael Jones. We take a look at this assertion from a real world perspective and provide an inside out view of the “growth” of our industry today. Featuring Hybrid Artist Stephen M. Schaub.

The Art Cycle

by EveNSteve

AudioBlog LogoDo you like morning or afternoon light? Are you a fall shooter or spring shooter? What is your editing process from capture to print? These are just a few of the topics discussed by hybrid artist Stephen M. Schaub, providing examples and suggestions on how to fine tune yourcreative process and better understand your Art Cycle.