It's that time of the year again, where we look at our best photography purchases. I have become increasingly careful with what I buy -- I mean, this stuff is so expensive -- that there isn't anything that really stands out that I was disappointed with. I have even cut down on the number of self-indulgent purchases. Most of what I bought are things that I can solidly justify for my photography work. However, a trend that becomes obvious, especially when I look over the previous years' entries for best photography purchases, is that even when I love Read more inside...
The regular end-of-the-year post about the best (and worst) photography purchases always sparks interest, with many others chiming in on what they bought the past year, whether for fun or professional work. I forever seem to hover between sensible purchases that are necessary to advance ... and just sheer indulgence. Here are some of what I think were my wisest investments ... all the way down to some dubious side-tracked choices.
Notably about the gear I purchased, 2018 was the year where I "retooled" somewhat to be able to shoot more video, and Read more inside...
It's that time of the year again - the list of Best & Worst Photography purchases of 2017. Same as with previous years' lists of best photography purchases, I would love to hear what camera gear you bought that you loved ... or didn't love. As before, there are two book prizes to be had, chosen by random number generator. Here then is my list of my best photography purchases of 2017, along with the reasons why I think they were good decisions. I also add a few items that I was less excited about. Same as last year, I was a little wiser with my Read more inside...
The lists of best photography purchases from previous years received a lot of interest and comments. The somewhat amusing thing looking back at those lists, is that I have since sold some of the equipment - I either upgraded, side-graded ... or changed direction. Such is the fluid nature of photography technology, and also running a photography business. Things change. Similarly, this year, there were several pieces of photo gear that I bought that I hope will make a difference. Well, better than just "hope", I plan on them making a Read more inside...
Last year's post on the best (and worst) photography purchases turned out to be quite popular. So many responses! Some needed to vent a bit, and also declare their love for favorite pieces of photo gear. In the same way, looking back over this past year, I'm sure you too are happy with some of your purchases, but inevitably, there will also be those purchases you regret.
For myself, this was the year I decided I was going to calm down a bit with buying new gear - but then, plans change. Looking towards expanding what I do, I had to acquire some Read more inside...
Looking back every year, I'm sure you too are happy with some of your purchases you made in photography, whether gear or software or website related. Purchases that you love and made a difference to you as a photographer. But similarly there are also those purchases you regret. What was I thinking? I should've done my homework?
In the past I've bought some spur-of-the-moment bad decisions. It is especially easy to get swept away at photography trade shows. But I've gotten better at it, especially unnecessary software purchases. So I am actually Read more inside...
