This is The Digital Story Podcast #923, Nov. 28, 2023. Today's theme is "An Alternative to Black Friday Gifts." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue I'm not against Black Friday or Cyber Monday. But the last thing you probably need from me is another list of sale items and doorbusters. So I'm going to hang a U-turn and take you down a different road. I have this great idea for a gift that doesn't require your credit card, and it's one that could be cherished for years. And I'll tell you all about it on this week's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 923 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigi

This is The Digital Story Podcast #922, Nov. 21, 2023. Today's theme is "Bad News Backup." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue The task was simple. All I had to do was gather a few images from 2005 that were stored on one of my twin Drobo drives. No, it's not what you think. The Drobos were fine. But unbeknownst to me, the images on them were trapped. And what I thought was the key to unlock them no longer worked. On today's TDS Photography Podcast, I tell the story of the Bad News Backup. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 922 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.

This is The Digital Story Podcast #921, Nov. 14, 2023. Today's theme is "The 2024 TDS Workshop Season, Plus the Sony a9 III Global Shutter." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue The marque feature of the Sony a9 III is the global shutter. I interview Zach Sutton from Lens Rentals to discuss its significance. Then we roll right into the just-announced Photography Workshop Schedule for 2024. It's an exciting lineup of both online and in-person events. And you're going want to hear what we're up to. All of this on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 921 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://th

This is The Digital Story Podcast #920, Nov. 7, 2023. Today's theme is "How Lightroom Desktop Saved the Day." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue Like most of you, I have the $9.99 a month Adobe Photography Plan that includes Photoshop, Lightroom Classic, Lightroom Desktop, and Lightroom Mobile. And even though Lightroom isn't my primary photo management app, at times, I find it very useful. Over the last month was one of those times, and on today's TDS Photography Podcast, I'll share with you why. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 920 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-ic

This is The Digital Story Podcast #919, Oct. 31, 2023. Today's theme is "Connecting a Camera to Your Smartphone: Has It Got Better?" I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue Our smartphones and tablets have such beautiful HD screens and are so powerful. They are a natural companion to our mirrorless cameras. Yet, despite Bluetooth and WiFi, the whole process has been an exercise in frustration. Has it got any better? Find out on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 919 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','popup','width=840,height=100

This is The Digital Story Podcast #918, Oct. 24, 2023. Today's theme is "A Scary Night Out with the Nikon Zf" I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue I'd been testing the Nikon Zf for a week when I landed the ultimate low light torture test: Opening night publicity shots for a commercial haunted house. When we were working out the details of the assignment, the client warned me, "It's going to be dark, very dark." With the Zf in hand, I replied, "Bring it on!" What happened on that frightful night is the lead story in this week's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 918 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('htt

This is The Digital Story Podcast #917, Oct. 17, 2023. Today's theme is "Nervous Before a Photo Shoot? Me Too." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue You'd think that after doing something professionally for decades, dealing with nerves would be a distant object in my rearview mirror. The fact of the matter is: I still get anxious before a big photo shoot. But I've learned how to channel nervous energy into creative output. And I'll share those tips with you on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 917 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751

This is The Digital Story Podcast #916, Oct. 10, 2023. Today's theme is "Ride Shotgun on Photo Scouting Mission." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue If you want to have half a chance of a photo workshop running smoothly, you have to get out there and scout ahead of time. There are so many things that just don't show up on websites. Today, I'm going to invite you along for my final day of exploration before the Sedona Photography Workshop begins in less than 24 hours. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 916 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','popup','width=8

This is The Digital Story Podcast #915, Oct. 3, 2023. Today's theme is "How to Go Carry-On Only for a 10-Day Photo Trip." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue I'm on my way to Sedona, AZ for our upcoming photography workshop. We will be working in a variety of beautiful settings, and I plan on coming home with plenty of pictures. And since a lot of my gear has to be packed in my suitcase, I'm going super-nimble and will be carrying on both of my bags. How could such a thing happen for a 10-day photo trip? Find out on today's TDS photography podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 915 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('http

This is The Digital Story Podcast #914, Sept. 26, 2023. Today's theme is "Don't Care How Great the iPhone Is, I'm Never Selling My Camera." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue After spending the entire weekend setting up and testing the iPhone 15 Pro Max, I can report that it is a wonderful addition to my photography arsenal. There is an entire gear bag of goodies packed into that Titanium package. So will it replace my X100V, OM-1, or GFX 100S? Not on your life! Find out why on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 914 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021

This is The Digital Story Podcast #913, Sept. 19, 2023. Today's theme is "2 New Cameras That You Should Know About." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue Maybe it was the unveiling of the Titanium iPhone 15 Pro Max that cast a shadow over two excellent cameras announced just days before. But we're going to shine a light on them both. One from Panasonic. The other from Fujifilm. Both terrific. Learn more about them on the first story of today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 913 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','popup','width=84

This is The Digital Story Podcast #912, Sept. 12, 2023. Today's theme is "Natural Diffusion - The Joy of Greenhouse Photography." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue There are two basic challenges to close-up flower photography - First, you need interesting and compelling subjects. And second, simplifying your gear so that the shooting experience is enjoyable, yet produces compelling results. Fortunately, there is one solution to both of these obstacles. And that's the first story in today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 912 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2

This is The Digital Story Podcast #911, Sept. 5, 2023. Today's theme is "The Nik Collection Transformation is Complete. And It's Wonderful." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue On August 30th, DxO released Nik Collection 6.3 completing the overhaul of the entire suite of creative plugins. Every line of code has been rewritten. The software runs great on Mac and Windows machines. And for many of us, it's like falling in love all over again. I'll explain why on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 911 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-117

This is The Digital Story Podcast #910, August 29, 2023. Today's theme is "When It's Bright, Pack Light." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue One of the great things about summer is that there's lots of light. And this is particularly beneficial to Micro Four Thirds photographers who have plenty of compact, super-sharp optics available. That means we can cover just about any outside event with gear that fits in a handbag. I share one such example on this week's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 910 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html

This is The Digital Story Podcast #909, August 22, 2023. Today's theme is "Photomator Coming of Age." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue In May 2023, the Mac version of Pixelmator Photo was rebranded as Photomator and released to the public. Combined with the previously released iPhone and iPad versions, Photomator seamlessly integrated the AI-powered editing process on all devices. What? You're not familiar with Photomator? You're not alone. And we're going to change that today on this week's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 909 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets

This is The Digital Story Podcast #908, August 15, 2023. Today's theme is "What to Do with All of Those Old Family Photos?." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue Old family photos are indeed important. Even if you don't think so right now, there will surely come a time when your opinion changes. And sometimes we're handed a stack of snapshots well before we have the time to deal with them. When that happens, what do you do? I have a practical suggestion that I think you will find useful. Find out more on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 908 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigita

This is The Digital Story Podcast #907, August 8, 2023. Today's theme is "5 Photography Books that I Recommend." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue Photography books have room in our lives just like inkjet prints. Studying a photographer's work by flipping through the pages shows a depth that we just don't get from a tablet display or even a laptop screen. And I have five recommendations that prove this point beautifully. Learn more on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 907 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','popup','width=

This is The Digital Story Podcast #906, August 1, 2023. Today's theme is "The Autofocus Mental Block." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue How many times have you had the absolutely incorrect autofocus mode for the subject at hand? Chances are very good more than once. We're such funny creatures, we photographers. We'll double-check our exposure mode, make sure white balance is adjusted, we'll even tap into exposure compensation. But that AF button on the back of the camera... it might as well read "only push in an emergency." Why is that? I have a theory that should improve the situation. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 906 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-i

This is The Digital Story Podcast #905, July 25, 2023. Today's theme is "Why Take-and-Bake When You Can Eat Right Now?." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue RAW files remind me of take-and-bake pizza. You have all the ingredients, but you don't get to eat a slice until you take it home, fire up the oven, and wait 40 minutes. Not exactly instant gratification. Jpegs, on the other hand, are piping hot and ready to go. No waiting. No baking. Seems like no contest. So why do so many of us torture ourselves with take-and-bake? I'll explain how to have your pizza and eat it too on this week's TDS Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 905 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03

This is The Digital Story Podcast #904, July 18, 2023. Today's theme is "Creativity Also Grows in the Garden." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue Summer travel is fun. But if we limit our photography to a week or two of vacation, we're not going to add much to the image library. Fortunately, one of the best and infinitely entertaining photo destinations is often right under our nose: the backyard garden. And on today's TDS Photography Podcast, I'll explain how you can reap a bountiful harvest without ever getting your hands dirty. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 904 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalsto

This is The Digital Story Podcast #903, July 11, 2023. Today's theme is "Capture One Pro Power Tips with Alex on RAW." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue We may think we know the ins and outs of Capture One Pro, that is, until comparing notes with someone who's a true expert. This week I interview Alex on RAW who taught me a bunch of stuff I didn't know, and I have the feeling you'll be impressed as well. Informative for both existing C1P users, and for those curious about its hidden magic. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 903 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-1175

This is The Digital Story Podcast #902, July 4, 2023. Today's theme is "Photoshop's Generative Fill - AI for the Rest of Us." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue In the current Photoshop beta, Adobe is featuring a new tool called Generative Fill. It taps their Firefly technology, a set of creative, generative AI models designed to be commercially safe. How does this all hang together, and in what ways can it improve our images? Find out on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 902 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','popup','wid

This is The Digital Story Podcast #901, June 27, 2023. Today's theme is "How ON1 Photo RAW 2023 Wrecked my Workflow." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue I was doing just fine. Leaning on Capture One Pro for my big assignments and macOS Photos for iPhone snapshots. It wasn't perfect, but comfortable. Then ON1 incorporated Photo Keyword AI into their latest Photo RAW release, and I made the big mistake of testing it. On this week's podcast, I'll explain the chaos that ensued. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 901 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','popup','

Very few photographers I know enjoy spending the time to add keywords to their photos. Quite honestly, it is the least enjoyable task in our craft. But all of that is changing as of today. ON1 Software just released Photo Keyword AI. Does this transform how we find images? Indeed it does. And I will explain why on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. This is The Digital Story Podcast #900, June 20, 2023. Today's theme is "The End of Keywording as We Know It - ON1 Photo Keyword AI." I'm Derrick Story. Digital Photography Podcast 900 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedi

This is The Digital Story Podcast #899, June 13, 2023. Today's theme is "Why Speciality Cameras Are Not GAS - And the Pentax Monochrome." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue It was an overcast Sunday morning, and I had a couple hours for a photo shoot. I wanted something different today. Not landscape. No portraits. Different. I settled on visiting the Pacific Coast Air Museum right here in my own backyard. But what camera to bring? I discuss my choice, and why, on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 899 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon

This is The Digital Story Podcast #898, June 6, 2023. Today's theme is "The Roving Medium Format Photographer (Plus Vision Pro)." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue I love self assignments. And my latest one was a gem: road trip to Huntington Beach CA to cover the international reveal of the VW ID.Buzz North American model. In addition to the debut, there was an auto show featuring more than 240 vintage VW microbuses, each with its own personality. And to cover this event? I chose the Fujifilm GFX 100s. What! Yes, that's correct. Find out why on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 898 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.ht

This is The Digital Story Podcast #897, May 30, 2023. Today's theme is "Why I Love Graduations and a Review of the New XApp." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue Photographers are witnesses to the good and bad of life. Since I've left the newspaper business, I photograph mostly good. And one of my favorite positives is documenting Junior College graduations. There is something very special about these people. And being there to watch them celebrate their accomplishments reminds me that there is hope for our community, and for society overall. I'll explain why on today's TDS Photography Podcast. Digital Photography Podcast 897 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" oncli

This is The Digital Story Podcast #896, May 23, 2023. Today's theme is "Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue Being the creatures of habit that we are, it's easy to stick with things we're comfortable with. In the world of photography, that could mean landscapes only or "I'm really a Photoshop guy." But what would happen if you stepped out of your comfort zone into the unknown waters of experimentation? I have a few real life stories to share of photographers who did just that. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 896 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021

This is The Digital Story Podcast #895, May 16, 2023. Today's theme is "Scouting for a Photo Shoot Is a Photo Shoot." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue I've been exploring some of the most beautiful corners of Northern California in preparation for our Pt. Reyes Photography Workshop that begins this week. I love scouting missions. No pressure, no timeline, no expectations. Just looking for the best places to bring my crew for their upcoming shoots. But if it's just a scouting mission, why do I always come home with such great pictures? We'll find out why on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 895 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcas

This is The Digital Story Podcast #894, May 9, 2023. Today's theme is "I Asked ChatGPT 5 Photography Questions - Here's What It Said." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue Amid the looming doom and gloom in the photography community about AI, I began to wonder about its usefulness to help enthusiasts take better pictures. I decided to put ChatGPT to the test and ask it 5 reasonable photography questions. How it responded, is the first segment of today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 894 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','popup

This is The Digital Story Podcast #893, May 2, 2023. Today's theme is "Wedding Photography Makes You Better at Everything." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue It's time of year when the flowers are blooming and the weddings are booming. And chances are that at some point you will be asked to photograph someone's nuptials. Should you immediately disregard the request? Maybe pretend that you didn't get the email? I say think twice before declining. Weddings can make you a better photographer. I'll explain why on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 893 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://t

This is The Digital Story Podcast #892, April 26, 2023. Today's theme is "Going Beyond the Polarizer." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue It's true, we just don't need many filters these days for our digital cameras. Maybe a protection filter. Maybe not. Many photographers, if they carry anything at all, it's a polarizer. But if you're interested in distinguishing your work from the masses, there are a couple other filters I recommend. And I'm going to share those in the first segment of today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 892 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/asse

This is The Digital Story Podcast #891, April 18, 2023. Today's theme is "Are You Nuts? (buying a monochrome only camera)." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue I would imagine that most people's first reaction to the just-announced Pentax K-3 III Monochrome DSLR would be, "Who would buy that?" In fact, I may have uttered the same thing. But after a little research on the idea, I'm not so sure. Find out why, and lots more, on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 891 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','popup','width=840,height=1

This is The Digital Story Podcast #890, April 11, 2023. Today's theme is "The Thing About Sunsets (and other notes from Maui)." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue When you're on an island in the Pacific during springtime, the sky is a moving picture show of clouds. And when the sun begins to set, well, that's the main feature. Photographers are drawn to sunsets like moths to flame. And in my view, there's more to it than just another pretty picture. This, and other notes from Maui, on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 890 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_

This is The Digital Story Podcast #889, April 4, 2023. Today's theme is "Why Being Good is Great." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue It feels like we live in a world of extremes right now. Big successes and tragic failures dominate our headlines, and often our approach to work and creative pursuits. The goal is to be great, to be admired as the best, to be on top. That's fine if it happens. But my observation is that folks who are good at what they do seem to be happier. How could that be? Find out on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 889 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigit

This is The Digital Story Podcast #888, March 28, 2023. Today's theme is "The Distraction That Is Color." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue The bulk of my photography is captured in color. But there are those moments, when I look at the preview on the back of the camera and think to myself, "this just isn't right!" And the majority of the time the problem is the color itself. Sounds crazy? Well, I'll explain myself on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 888 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','popup','width=840,height=1002,

This is The Digital Story Podcast #887, March 21, 2023. Today's theme is "Gearing Up for Spring." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue For those of us north of the equator, spring is just around the corner. Even though some folks may still have a month of slush and snow before the flowers grow. Either way, it's time to get in shape for one of the best photography seasons of the year. Tips on how do that, and much more, on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 887 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','popup','width=840,height=1002

This is The Digital Story Podcast #886, March 14, 2023. Today's theme is "Crazy Retro Weekend." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue So I did the craziest things this weekend, at least photography-wise. I was off on a road trip with some good photo possibilities, and the only camera I brought was a 10-year-old compact. Why would I do such a thing with the wonderful capture devices I have at my disposal? I'll explain myself on this week's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 886 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','popup','width=840,hei

This is The Digital Story Podcast #885, March 7, 2023. Today's theme is "A Workflow You May Find Interesting." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue With all of the great editing tools available, plus a myriad of backup options, how do we craft a photography workflow that maximizes our options while still providing the flexibility to enjoy and share our images on all of our devices? I've cobbled together one such workflow, and I'll share it in today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 885 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','popup','w

This is The Digital Story Podcast #884, Feb.28, 2023. Today's theme is "AI Photo Editing on Your Smartphone." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue Using AI editing tools on a smartphone makes even more sense than on your computer. Image enhancement on mobile devices is not the easiest task in the world. Their smaller screens and less precise input (aka our fingers) present a bit of a challenge. AI tools can help, and today, we're going to look at one such offering from Skylum that can really speed things up. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 884 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/p

This is The Digital Story Podcast #883, Feb. 21, 2023. Today's theme is "7 Photography Sins to Avoid." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue One of things my mom used to say to me as a child was, "Derrick, you should know better!" Sometimes I did and forgot. Other times I really didn't know better, but that rebuttal only earned me the follow up admonishment, "There is nothing more frightful than ignorance in action." (Goethe) Life is complicated, but photography isn't, and today I'm going to remind you of 7 things that you probably already know, and possibly may have forgotten. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 883 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html

This is The Digital Story Podcast #882, Feb. 14, 2023. Today's theme is "Your Camera's Hidden Features." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue Every camera I've owned had one or two tricks up its sleeve that I didn't initially discover. Then one day I'd be reading a review or listening to a podcast and learn about it. Which make me think, what sort of magic resides inside your camera that you haven't uncovered yet? I'll share a few of my favorites in today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 882 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','po

This is The Digital Story Podcast #881, Feb. 7, 2023. Today's theme is "Recording Video to Enhance Your Still Photography." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue Many stills photographers overlook the fantastic movie capture tools built into our cameras. Primarily, because they are not interested in making movies. But what if those ignored features could greatly enhance your photo presentations? Wouldn't that be useful? Find out how on today's TDS Photography Podcast. Digital Photography Podcast 881 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','popup','width=840,height=1002,scrollbars=ye

This is The Digital Story Podcast #880, Jan. 31, 2023. Today's theme is "Top Gear for Outdoor Photography." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue When we explore the great outdoors with gear in hand, we require ruggedness, dependability, and usually an extra bit of reach. So among all the different options available today, what are the items favored by experienced outdoor photographers? In today's podcast, we review their recommendations. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 880 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','popup','width=840,height=1002,scrollbars=yes,re

This is The Digital Story Podcast #879, Jan. 24, 2023. Today's theme is "Will Astropad Luna Display Work for Our Photography?" I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue Astropad Luna Display is a $119 dongle with supporting software that enables you to turn your iPad or Mac into a wireless secondary display and create a portable dual monitor setup with the devices you already have. It supports Macs, PCs, and iPads in a variety of configurations. But, is it robust enough to use for our photography workflow? I tell all in today's TDS Photography Podcast.

This is The Digital Story Podcast #878, Jan. 17, 2023. Today's theme is "The Uncomfortable Reality of AI Generated Images." I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue In many ways, Artificial Intelligence is a friend to photographers. This technology makes our cameras smarter and our software easier to use. But there's also an uncomfortable side that creates computer-generated images based on text input. I'll explore some of those issues in today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 878 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','popup','width=840,

This is The Digital Story Podcast #877, Jan. 10, 2023. Today's theme is "Is Film Photography Really Making a Comeback?" I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue We keep seeing the headlines, but do we know what they really mean? And if indeed analog photography is making a comeback, how does that play out in the overall world of imaging? Thanks to my TheFilmCameraShop that I run on Etsy, I'm in frequent contact with those who fancy a fresh roll of Kodak Tri-X, and here's my take on the state of analog photography. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 877 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/

This is The Digital Story Podcast #876, Jan. 3, 2023. Today's theme is "Shoring Up My Backup System with the Synology DiskStation DS220+" I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue In last week's show I discussed getting what I needed (instead of what I wanted). And now I've done exactly what I should have: shore up my backup system with the Synology DiskStation DS220+. This week, I talk about how I have this $299 workstation setup, and how it's working for my photography. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 876 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','popup','width=840,

This is The Digital Story Podcast #875, Dec. 27, 2022. Today's theme is "Investing in What Your Need, Not What You Want" I'm Derrick Story. Opening Monologue What I need and what I want are not always the same things. It's wonderful when the two line up. But when they don't, I have to make a decision. Today was one of those days. This week I discuss my final equipment purchase of 2022. And how it was what I truly needed. And how I was able to resist what I really wanted. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 875 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! <a href="https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html" onclick="window.open('https://thedigitalstory.com/assets_c/2021/03/podcast-icon-11751.html','popup','width=