Yearly Archives: 2018

Tamron and ProMaster Team Up To Bring You Great Savings at Larmon Photo

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Tamron and ProMaster have teamed up for two exclusive promotions available at Larmon Photo These offers are only valid at Larmon Photo from October 15 to January 31, 2018. Stop by Foto Forum today to learn more! For a limited time you can save $230 when you purchase a Tamron 150-600mm G2 (model A022) or a Tamron 70-200mm f/2.8 G2 (A025) with a ProMaster GH25 Gimbal Head (7076) at Larmon Photo. As demonstrated in the above video, the GH25 is an excellent solution for balancing a long lens like the Tamron 150-600 G2. It allows swift yet stable movements so you can quickly compose shots and track moving … Continue reading →

Cell Phones versus a Camera… Sensor Size Matters

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There really is no comparison when it comes to choosing between cell phones versus a camera to take great pictures!  You don’t use your camera to make telephone calls, so why would you rely on your cell phone to create photographs? Aside from the fact that almost everyone has their cell phones handy to create photos at a moment’s notice, why would you trust a cell phone to preserve your precious memories? Most Cameras Can Connect to Your Smartphone The fact that you can share your memories across social media is not a valid reason; when you consider almost all … Continue reading →

Photo Challenge – A Personal Approach to Improving the Quality of your Images

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by Jeffrey H. Mantler, PPA Certified, M.Photog,Cr. Everything about creating art is personal to the artist. This photo challenge is personal and designed for you to strengthen your core as an artist so you can better yourself and strengthen your images. Growing up in the photography industry, I had many unique experiences. I was just a child when my father, the owner of a successful portrait/wedding studio, was approached to photograph members of the New York Nets.  After creating these portraits, he was commissioned to photograph all of the team’s home games. I was by his side shooting at every … Continue reading →

Becki & Chris’ Camera Bag Tour – Promaster Camera Bag

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CAMERA BAGS  Features to look for in a camera bag: tons of space, lots of pockets, chest and waist straps, a tripod pouch, and style. It’s hard to find a backpack that ticks all those boxes, and style is usually the first one to go in lieu of practicality. Chris and I stumbled upon the ProMaster Cityscape Backpack last year in Vancouver at a local camera shop like Larmon Photo We shoot weekly vlogs for YouTube, as well as photos on a separate camera, so we were looking for a bag that would fit our whole kit. I have a tendency to buy camera bags that look nice yet … Continue reading →

Creative Eye Photo Contest – Call for Entries – Between June 1st and June 5th – Judging on June 8th

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Larmon Photo ‘Creative Eye’ Photo Contest Call for entries!   Larmon Photo is pleased to announce the return of our Creative Eye Photo Contest. It’s time to get creative! The competition will take place on Friday, June 8th in our store.  All amateurs are welcome to compete, and may enter up to three prints each. Get those cameras out and bring us your best stuff! Download the rules and entry form here!(.pdf) Prizes Prizes will be awarded as follows: First prize: $100 gift certificate to Larmon Photo Second prize: $50 gift certificate to Larmon Photo Third prize: $25 gift certificate to … Continue reading →

5 Tips for Night Photography

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There’s nothing more epic than taking in the Canadian Rockies at night. Between the huge skies, Milky Way, and northern lights,  there’s no shortage of amazing night photography opportunities. Here are a few tips to make sure you can capture them completely! Find a Landscape & Plan Your Shot The most important part of any night photo is the landscape you choose to shoot. Scout out your perfect foreground before sunset to make sure you’re ready for the stars! This trick will keep you from stumbling around in the dark and ensure you’ve got a great frame ready. Pro Tip: Using online resources to find out … Continue reading →

How to Create Smooth Epic Videos on Your Phone – MOBILE PHOTOGRAPHY

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The AXIS is a brand new single axis phone stabilizer that allows you to create smooth, level videos.  With a built-in rechargeable battery that lasts up to 8 hours of shooting, the AXIS can connect to most phones with or without a protective case.Videos from your phone look the best when they are as steady as possible.   The AXIS can be used in both horizontal and vertical orientations allowing you to compose your shots the way you want.     ProMaster’s AXIS features a 1/4″-20 thread so you can easily mount it to a tripod or the included grip handle.   The AXIS pairs perfectly with Promaster mobile lenses, giving … Continue reading →

Clean and Check – The #1 Photo Resolution for the New Year – What are the others?

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Seems like we were just gearing up for Thanksgiving and now we’ve said goodbye to 2017 and hello to a new year. As the family photographer you are tasked with maintaining your families history. It is a labor of love that many of us enjoy. So when January arrives it generally means it’s time for your equipment’s annual Clean & Check maintenance. Clean and Check The first, and most critical, is to have annual equipment maintenance completed. This means cameras and lenses go in for cleaning and a mechanical check-up.  Best time to do this is every January or before you go … Continue reading →