Nikon goes on location with pro photographers to
educate and inspire with new video series and online community
By Joel Shore
Nikon launched the "Nikon Behind the Scenes" video series, dedicated to empowering and entertaining intermediate level photographers by equipping them with the skills they need to take their photography to the next level. The video series follows a diverse group of leading photographers into the field, including Nikon Ambassadors Joe McNally and Corey Rich and Nikon Professional Photographer Tamara Lackey. These pros provide insight on subjects ranging from lighting, lensing, posing models, shooting landscapes, working with different subjects and gearing up for a shoot.
Starting with Nikon Ambassador and lighting expert Joe
McNally, each featured photographer will focus on their area of expertise. In
"Nikon Behind the Scenes: Light It Up with Joe McNally," McNally will
be exploring what is possible with Nikon Speedlights and off-camera flash
techniques. Over the course of five videos, he will show viewers how to make
the most of lighting in whatever situation a photographer may find themselves
in.
"Nikon Behind the Scenes: High Altitude Adventure
with Corey Rich" will focus on Nikon Ambassador Corey Rich's techniques
for shooting portraits, time lapse, action stills and video while high in the
Sierra Nevada mountains. Whether suspended from a sheer cliff face or braving
the elements, Rich's penchant for adventure can inspire others to capture their
extreme shot.
Finally, the series is rounded out with Nikon
Professional Photographer Tamara Lackey, "Nikon Behind the Scenes: All in
the Family with Tamara Lackey." Lackey is well known for her family
photography, and shares some of her secrets to a successful portrait, whether it's
coaxing an elusive smile from a rambunctious toddler or capturing a couples'
true personality.
The first video in the series will be go live on March 11
on the Nikon YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/nikonusa) and the new NikonUSA
Google+ page. A new video on a different topic will be posted every couple of
weeks to both the YouTube channel and Google+ page for viewers to check out.
The new Google+ page will feature work from Nikon Ambassadors and Professional
Photographers, and serve as a hub for passionate photographers to share
favorite photos, insights on techniques and behind the scenes stories. On this
page, Nikon aims to help advanced, professional and aspiring photographers
looking to further their craft and take their passion to the next level. Please
find the official NikonUSA Google+ page at: plus.google.com/+NikonUSA
Video Series Schedule (subject to change)
Launch Date Video
Segment Pro
Photographer
Tuesday, March 11 Reading Light Joe
McNally
Thursday, March 20 Golden Hour Expedition Corey Rich
Tuesday, April 1 Photos with Family and Pets Tamara Lackey
Monday, April 14 Small Lighting, Big Results Joe McNally
Thursday, April 24 Extreme Action Shooting Corey Rich
Monday, May 5 Capturing an Authentic Smile Tamara Lackey
Thursday, May 15 Using Light to Tell a Story Joe McNally
Monday, May 26 Packing for an Outdoor Shoot Corey Rich
Thursday, June 5 Romantic Portraits Tamara
Lackey
Monday, June 16 Dramatic Portrait Lighting Joe McNally
Thursday, June 26 Starry Night Time-Lapse Corey Rich
Monday, June 30 Little Kids, Big Personalities Tamara Lackey
Thursday, July 10 Advanced lighting Joe
McNally
Monday, July 21 Action with Video Corey
Rich
Thursday, July 31 Lenses for Great Portraits Tamara Lackey
