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FAA Releases B4UFLY Smartphone App
Khai Le
“The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has released the B4UFLY mobile application to inform users about current or upcoming requirements and restrictions in areas of the National Airspace System (NAS) where they may want to operate their unmanned aircraft system (UAS).”
Las Fotos Project seeking photography mentors
Khai Le
Las Fotos Project is currently looking for mentors for their Spring 2016 semester. Las Fotos seeks to inspire teenage girls through photography, mentorship, and self-expression. Artist mentor applications are due Jan 22.
Nikon announces D5 Flagship DSLR
Khai Le
TOKYO - Nikon Corporation today announces the new D5, a FX-format flagship digital SLR camera that challenges photographers to outperform their highest standards, and set new benchmarks for speed, accuracy and image quality. Expanding the possibilities of image capture for professional photographers, the new D5 places the needs of the professional at the centre of innovation with features that enable smooth and reliable responsiveness to a wide variety of scenes and subjects.
From the refined acquisition of subjects in motion, to 4K video in UHD, the D5 creates opportunities for dauntless photographers working in demanding shooting environments to push their gear to new limits. With a next generation AF system the intelligent and versatile tracking of moving subjects enables the richness and realism of every split-second moment to be captured. The D5 boasts a wide range of ISO sensitivity up to 102400, expandable to Hi 5 (ISO 3280000 equivalent) — the most expanded sensitivity range in Nikon history — for astronomical twilight with minimum illumination, capturing details and colors beyond the limits of the human eye.
"The Nikon D5 is not just about technical excellence, but the marriage of elegant technologies. Speed and refined image quality have never converged so extensively, making it truly the camera that the industry has been waiting for," said Tadashi Nakayama, Corporate Vice President, Sector Manager of Marketing Sector, Imaging Business Unit. "The D5 represents what we are trying to do for the entire digital SLR category: Bringing technologies together to meet and anticipate the demands of professional photographers, empowering them to push the boundaries of their craft," he continues.
Outperform, Outdo, Outlast: The Pinnacle of Digital SLR Engineering for Professionals
The D5 enables the precise capture of subjects under the most demanding conditions with a new-generation 153-point AF system and a stable viewfinder image that makes tracking moving subjects easy, even during high-speed continuous shooting at approximately 12 fps*1, making the camera ideal for photojournalists capturing heart-racing sporting action and majestic animal migrations. Image quality is further enhanced by the pairing of the new Nikon FX-format CMOS sensor and the brand new EXPEED 5 image-processing engine, for the most vibrant, true-to-life colors and sumptuous details. Together with the highest standard ISO sensitivity in Nikon history, up to102400, photographers are liberated from the challenges of shooting in low-light environments whether covering evening events or shooting indoors. In another first for the FX-format range, the D5 takes movie-making to new cinematic heights with the ability to shoot in 4K UHD 2160/30p format, in-line with the increasing appetite from professionals for the production of high quality video content.
Convenient Connectivity, Simplified Workflows
In addition, new and improved features and functions, such as a high-resolution touch screen LCD monitor, faster wired networks (via built-in Ethernet connector) and wireless networks*2, and double memory card slots*3 that use the same type of media, to simplify and speed up the professional photographer's workflow, while placing the D5 in the center of the connected ecosystem for visual communication.
Designed for the Field and the Studio
The camera's Advanced Scene Recognition System, which has adopted a new 180k-pixel RGB sensor, contributes to greater AF, AE, and AWB performance. This, along with a design that consumes less power and adoption of a highly precise and durable shutter, ensures durability, and gives photographers greater control over their gear as well as image quality. The D5 also completely integrates into any professional photographer's comprehensive ecosystem of Nikon accessories. Compatibility with the new Nikon Creative Lighting System functions, radio-controlled Advanced Wireless Lighting (AWL) and unified flash control, all work to ensure the production of superlative image quality and a seamless studio workflow*4
- *1Possible in Continuous high speed (CH) release mode with shutter speeds of 1/250 s or faster
- *2When used with WT-6/A/B/C Wireless Transmitter (available separately)
- *3The camera is available in two versions, one that uses two XQD cards and one that uses two CompactFlash cards
- *4When used with Speedlight SB-5000 (available separately)
PPAGLA @ Photo LA 2016
Khai Le
The Press Photographers of Greater of Los Angeles will be proudly showcasing our member's work, past and present this year at Photo LA.
In its 25th year, Photo LA is the longest running art fair west of New York City.
Work from the last year's Just One More winners will be shown along with Pulitzer Prize winners from the organization's history.
Photo LA will be from January 21-26, 2016 at The REEF / LA Mart. More information can be found at their website - www.photola.com
About photo l.a.
Confirming Los Angeles’ rising status as a destination and marketplace for curators, collectors and art enthusiasts are the city’s many new galleries, world-class museums and outstanding university programs. Now in its 23rd year, photo l.a., the longest running art fair west of New York City, carries on its mandate to showcase emerging and established artists from around the globe alongside traditional and contemporary art galleries and private dealers. photo l.a. continues the discourse on photography’s place in the fine art universe, providing a platform for the display of vintage masterworks from the 19th and 20th centuries, contemporary photography, new techniques, and new forms of presentation alongside video and multimedia installations. This exciting juxtaposition creates the character that is uniquely photo l.a. By hosting more than sixty prestigious galleries and over 12,000 visitors comprised of collectors, curators, dealers, and lovers of fine art, photo l.a. has developed a distinguished history, ranking it among the top photography fairs in the world. Our fair has sharply influenced the art and photography landscape of Los Angeles by increasing public awareness of photography and promoting the acceptance and inclusion of photo-based art in almost all contemporary galleries and museum exhibitions.
Troopers apologize to newspaper for seizing reporter's photos
Khai Le
“The head of the Alaska State Troopers has apologized to the Mat-Su Valley Frontiersman newspaper for the actions of a sergeant who seized a reporter’s camera memory card during a traffic stop near Willow in September.”
Robert Flick dies at 84; NBC news producer survived Jonestown attack
Khai Le
“Robert Flick was a newsman who could have passed for a barroom bouncer.
And standing on the tarmac of an airfield in Port Kaituma, Guyana, on Nov. 18, 1978, moments after a massacre-style shooting by followers of cult leader Jim Jones, he appeared the image of toughness:
”I don’t think he would have moved if a tank had come down that airstrip,” recalled journalist Ron Javers, another survivor, describing the scene in his later book about Jonestown.
But the episode — an early chapter in what would prove to be one of the most horrifying news events in modern history — did not leave Flick feeling tough.”
PPAGLA Video Contest Announcement from Carl Stein, contest chair
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PPAGLA Represented at Portfolio Show 2015
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NBC News Gets Mistrial In Age-Discrimination Suit From Award Winning Producer
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Read MoreThe Portfolio Show at Brooks Institute
Khai Le
“The Portfolio Show: December 2015
Brooks Institute Campus
Reception: Friday, December 18, 4-6 PM
Brooks Institute is proud to host The Portfolio Show, an event showcasing the culminating portfolios and reels from each of its creative programs - Film, Graphic Design, Professional Photography, Visual Journalism, and MFA in Photography. Please join the students and faculty of Brooks for open portfolio displays, a gallery of student work, a celebration of our December graduates, and a reception for friends, family and our community.”
Las Foto Project Exhibition
Khai Le
Las Fotos Project, a non-profit introducing photography to teenage girls facing adversity, will be holding a show of their student's work on Dec. 12.
World Press Photo Exhibition Opening Reception
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World Press Photo Exhibition Opening Reception
With around 100 local exhibitions produced every year, the World Press Photo exhibition tour of prize-winning photographs is the most popular traveling photo event in the world.
Wednesday December 9, 2015
7-10 p.m.
The Rotunda
100 North Crescent Drive
Beverly Hills, California 90210
RSVP by December 7, 2015
310-360-6617
RSVP@maleconproductions.org
Sponsored by the LA Times and Canon
http://www.worldpressphoto.org/exhibitions/2015-exhibition/los-angeles-california
Reporter Arrested Covering Minnesota Highway Protest
Khai Le
“A TV reporter was among the first of 42 people arrested on a Minnesota highway Monday as law enforcement broke up a protest reacting to an officer-involved shooting in Minneapolis.
As the camera rolled, Jack Highberger of local Fox affiliate KMSP-TV announced that officers had begun to clear the road. “This is the first arrest right here; it’s certainly not going to be the last,” Highberger said into a camera, seconds before he, too, was cuffed.
”You want to be next? Then get going,” a Minnesota State Patrol officer said, hardly waiting for a response before arresting Highberger. People with cameras crowded around to snap a shot.”
When Photographs Become Evidence
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Read MoreSignificant Layoffs At National Geographic Magazine
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Read MoreSports Shooter Academy 12 Open House on Nov. 4
Khai Le
Sports Shooter will be holding an open house on Nov. 4. To RSVP email info@sportsshooteracademy.com.
With bankruptcy filing, local group bids for ownership of Freedom Communications
Khai Le
“Freedom Communications Inc., owner of The Press-Enterprise and The Orange County Register, filed for bankruptcy protection Sunday as part of a management-led plan to acquire the struggling newspaper company.”
Member Shelley Gazin showcasing work tomorrow at the Los Angeles Archives Bazaar
Khai Le
The New York Times Reaches a Milestone, Thanks to Our Readers
Khai Le
“This week, The Times is celebrating a breakthrough: We recently passed one million digital-only subscribers, giving us far more than any other news organization in the world. We have another 1.1 million print-and-digital subscribers, so that in total, we have more subscribers than at any time in our 164-year history.”