Recent content by DavidGilkes

I use lens hoods on all my lenses all the time but more so for protection rather than to reduce flare.

I keep my tripod and monopod in the boot of my car and all my camera equipment in a Lowepro rucksack. This ensures my equipment is always ready to go.

I used to subscribe to Photography Monthly, Digital Photographer and Practical Photography but have stopped all subscriptions this year due to the cost involved and have thrown out all but about 4. Now I only buy and keep a magazine if there is something of real interest to me in there. I...

As for shutter speeds, I try not to go slower than 1/250 sec as motion blur in photos does not sell very well. The competitors I have photographed prefer the action to be frozen and facial expressions are a big seller. Good luck

I have done a few Karate competitions and use a 24-70 F2.8 lens for adults and a 70-200mm F2.8 lens for children, teenagers and shorter adults. All times I have been able to stand/kneel around the edges of the mats, providing I do not block the view of the judges and have not used flash so as...

My inspirations are: Bob Martin: www.bobmartin.com Neil Leifer: www.neilleifer.com Mark Sutton: www.suttonimages.com

Hi Sean, I use this lens for press, landscape and portrait photography and it is fantastic. Razor sharp and reasonably light weight it is my workhorse for these styles of photography. You will not be disappointed if you buy one.

Sport, action and people for me.

My deepest sympathy to you Robert. I lost my mum last year so know what you are going through.

Hi, What was the testing day like today? Did anyone get any really good shots? I was going to go along but could not in the end. David

I have bought from both Warehouse Express (online) and Jessops World Camera Centre in Leicester and found both to be excellent. Unfortunately, I cannot say that about my local Jessops shop.

Hi Yoda. :welcome:

Hi Ally. :banana:

Hi Keith. :wave4:

I am always looking to improve my sports photography and wondered who else shoots sports and what special techniques you use. I mainly shoot rugby and motorsport but, have also just stared shooting athletics and hockey.