E. H. Gombrich Making A Likeness What is the difference between a mug shot and a portrait? Capturing the likeness of a sitter is a skill which continues to captivate an audience. Even though a photograph is taken from reality, it does not guarantee the portrait will ring the bells of recognition. — What is [more...]
My New Case Today the FedEx lady surprised me. I was not expecting any packages today, but much to my surprise there was a delivery from Rome. It could mean only one thing… Leica M9 Half Case Last month while in Rome, my girlfriend and I dropped in on Luigi Crescenzi (the story is here). [more...]
ARCA-SWISS Video Mini-L Bracket This video is an experiment. I like to look at things in “real life” so I figured, why not make a video showing products I review. It should give you a better impression of the ARCA-SWISS Mini-L Bracket which can be used on all Leica M cameras. I love the freeze [more...]
Klein Tool Bags When it comes to camera and gear bags, sometimes the best solutions are found in the hardware store. Builders need to store their tools too, but they prefer functional items that will not break the bank. Color Coded Bags I am a color coded guy. Lenses go in the blue bag, [more...]
Luigi Crescenzi At home with the Maestro of Leicatime Last week the Travel Gods threw me for a loop. I was scheduled to have two days in Rome before heading to Sardegna, but the flight was oversold. My biggest fear was I might miss my appointment with leather Maestro and Leicatime creator Luigi Crescenzi. [more...]
Mini-L Bracket Field Tested [ TANNA ] The best place to test a new product is on foreign soil. Once the comforts of home are removed, we are left to rely on the contents of our luggage. A new accessory must prove itself before it earns a place inside my camera bag. — What is [more...]
Field Tested on Tanna Cleaning your camera while traveling can be a nightmare. Without a local camera lab, how are you supposed to keep your sensor clean? Dust is an inevitable part of any camera system where you change lenses. But a new approach could make this painful process a little easier. Suck or [more...]
Eating In Venice There are three comments you will always hear about Venice; Its sinking, its expensive and the food stinks. This is a half truth perpetuated by day trippers who have not cracked the Venetian code. Where To Eat: Introduction The Venetian menu is seasonal, much like the rest of Italy. The kitchens take [more...]
[ Black Label Bags ] Distilling the padded world of camera bags one step further is the “Kando” from Black Label. It is the easiest way to get from origin to destination without any extra luggage. Travel Light When I travel the goal is to take as little as possible and make it last for [more...]
- Accessories Times they are a changing, film cameras are cool, retro styling is a main stay, and people are rediscovering a love for hand made items, including cameras. -Think Twice, Buy Once Whether you are dusting off an M3 or combing Ebay for just the right M6, the allure of Leica appears to be [more...]
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