The Martin Bailey Photography Podcast

In this episode I talk about Extenders or Tele-converters and Extension Tubes. Details: https://mbp.ac/24

This week I talk about what constitutes a telephoto lens and a few other topics. Details: https://mbp.ac/23

In this episode I discuss a simple but often effective compositional technique of including repeating patterns in your images. Details: https://mbp.ac/22

In this, the second part of the colour management Podcast, I discuss setting up Photoshop to use the AdobeRGB colour space, then go on to the options with regards to printer/paper profiles, soft-proofing, then actually printing with the selected profile. Details: https://mbp.ac/21

The first of two episodes on colour management in which I discuss how I calibrate my monitor to ensure that what I am seeing is the same as anyone else with a correctly calibrated monitor and to ensure that the image I work with can be printed faithfully. Details: https://mbp.ac/20

Sunsets are probably one of the most photographed natural occurrences. So much so, that we need to make them dramatic to set them apart. Details: https://mbp.ac/19

Following on from Episode 17 on Winter Photography, in this episode I mention a few things I forgot and some things that site members brought up. Details: https://mbp.ac/18

Winter photography can be very rewarding, but also dangerous for the unprepared. Here're some tips on how to keep your camera going and stay safe in harsh weather. Details: https://mbp.ac/17

This week I talk about including an accent in your images. When we view images we probe all areas. Add that little extra or compose with this in mind, and your images will have that little touch that once found, will make it stick in the viewers mind. Details: https://mbp.ac/16

This week, in addition to talking about using a polarizer to reduce reflection in water, I touch on the controversial topic of whether or not a nature photographer should extend a hand to wild animals in distress or danger. Details: https://mbp.ac/15

In this episode I talk about how I deal with White Balance, using the camera presets and when necessary how I set my Custom White Balance. Details: https://mbp.ac/14

In this episode I talk about how I use my 24mm Canon TS-E Lens to obtain some creative effects, and maybe breath a little life into your Tilt-Shift lens if you think it's only for straightening up buildings in architecture shots. Details: https://mbp.ac/13

In this longer than usual episode I walk you through my Digital Workflow, touching on all major aspects, from transferring the image files to my PC, to sharpening for print and backing up files. Details: https://mbp.ac/12

Good planning is very important, and doing as much as you can to improve your chances of getting the shot is paramount, but at the end of the day, a winning shot may be as much down to luck as it is planning. Details: https://mbp.ac/11

In this episode hear about Exposure, Exposure Compensation, EV (Exposure Value) and the times that I switch to Manual mode when shooting. Details: https://mbp.ac/10

Following a business trip to India, I've decided to do a Podcast on a subject I'm not so confident with - portraiture. Details: https://mbp.ac/9

Although I love a wide sweeping landscape, it is often very effective to get in close, and just cut out a small area of the scene. Text and images: https://mbp.ac/8

A somewhat controversial subject, but this week I talk about the need to protect yourself and photography as a profession, by learning how to negotiate and stick with negotiation to get your price. Text and Images: https://mbp.ac/7

Learn how to use Boke or out of focus area of an image to add a dreamy feel to your shots. Plus something to try beforehand to lessen the shock of loosing extra zoom when switching to a full size sensor DSLR with no crop factor, such as the Canon EOS 5D. Text and Images: https://mbp.ac/006

Having spent a few days with my new Canon EOS 5D, here is a first impressions based review, in which I explain the merits and demerits of the 5D, plus give you some examples shots from the field. Text and Images: https://mbp.ac/5