Kwame Johnson 12/31/20 Kwame Johnson 12/31/20

It's Hard To Say Goodbye | Selling My G9

This was a tough decision but it was time to let go of my Panasonic G9 and let someone els enjoy it.

My 2020 Sony A7ii Review: https://youtu.be/jRD3I1UA6iI
Sony A7 ii - https://amzn.to/38OLEdL
Sony 24mm F2.8 - https://amzn.to/2TO8kWd
Sony 85mm F1.8 - https://amzn.to/3aLP1Ut

Battery Grip - https://amzn.to/3fOV8Jo

Sony A6100 Review: https://youtu.be/0yqFW1X824g

Sony A6100 - https://amzn.to/30ORIBt

Sony 18-105 f4.0 - https://amzn.to/3dcHfoe

Kwame Johnson 12/28/20 Kwame Johnson 12/28/20

My Favorite Tech Of 2020

These are a few of my favorite tech things I got or used this year. They are not all camera related.

Xbox Game Pass

Nintendo Switch -

Panasonic 12-35mm F2.8

Sony A6100

Sony 18-105mm F4.0

Arca Swiss Quick Release Plate

Kwame Johnson 11/30/20 Kwame Johnson 11/30/20

Photography Gift Ideas | Under $100

This is a great list of affordable gift ideas for photographers. This is part one of a three part series on great gift ideas for people who are interested in photography or video. There is something in here for beginners who only use a smartphone to DSLR users. All the gift ides on this list are all under $100. They are affordable and practical.

Peak Design Cuff

Peak Design Slide Lite

Peak Design Slide Strap

Kwame Johnson 11/10/20 Kwame Johnson 11/10/20

Editing and Organizing Some Pictures | Edit With Me

Editing some photos from the local wildlife refuge and talking through my photography organization. On this outing I used my Sony A7ii and Tamron 28-200. See higher resolution pictures below.

Kwame Johnson 10/22/20 Kwame Johnson 10/22/20

This ONE Thing Will Make You A Better Photographer

Products I talked about in the video.

Sony A6100 Review | A6100 | A6400 | 18-105mm lens

Kwame Johnson 10/9/20 Kwame Johnson 10/9/20

My 2020 Camera Kit

My 2020 Panasonic G9 Gear: https://youtu.be/IAYjHSP9IAg
Panasonic G9 - https://amzn.to/3ctmKCx
Battery Grip - https://amzn.to/2YVEp1O
Batteries - https://amzn.to/35TiZ6P
Panasonic 12-60mm - https://amzn.to/3csFVfI
Sigma 25mm F1.7 - https://amzn.to/2WL4DkW
Sigma 60mm F2.8 - https://amzn.to/35TGpJj
Panasonic 45-210mm - https://amzn.to/2yEYsad

My 2020 Sony A7ii Review: https://youtu.be/jRD3I1UA6iI
Sony A7 ii - https://amzn.to/38OLEdL
Sony 24mm F2.8 - https://amzn.to/2TO8kWd
Sony 85mm F1.8 - https://amzn.to/3aLP1Ut

Battery Grip - https://amzn.to/3fOV8Jo

My Sony A6100 Review: https://youtu.be/0yqFW1X824g

Sony A6100 - https://amzn.to/30ORIBt

Sony 18-105 f4.0 - https://amzn.to/3dcHfoe

Below are sample Sony A7ii images.

Below are sample A6100 images

Kwame Johnson 9/8/20 Kwame Johnson 9/8/20

Edit With Me: Sunrise Picture - Lightroom Classic

In this video I go through and edit a sunrise image in Lightroom Classic.

This was shot a couple of weeks ago before the snow hit lol. In this video I go through and edit a sunrise image in Lightroom Classic. This was shot on a Sony A6100 with the 18-105 F4 lens.

Sony A6100 bundle

Sony A6100 with single kit lens

Sony A6100 battery charger

Sony 18mm-105mm lens

Sony 70mm-350mm

Sigma 16mm

My full gear list is here.

Kwame Johnson 8/25/20 Kwame Johnson 8/25/20

Sony 18-105 Review - my PERFECT APSC zoom range!

The Sony 18-105mm F4 lens is the best general use lens for my Sony A6100. This lens is great for travel photography to video production.

You can get the lens here. My gear list is here.

With a F4 aperture I can very comfortably take indoor pictures without having to crank the IOS too high.

The Sony 18-105mm lens gives me the ability to shoot open landscapes with ease.

And zooming really lets you separate your subject from the background.

Kwame Johnson 7/28/20 Kwame Johnson 7/28/20

Learn From My Vacation Mistakes | Photography Life

In this video I share three lessons I learned from our camping trip.

Gear I use:

2017 iPad Pro 12" 512gb - https://amzn.to/3gnyRDF

Sony A7 ii - https://amzn.to/38OLEdL

Panasonic G9 - https://amzn.to/3ctmKCx

Get Sharpen AI here, it will be on sale ($20 off) through August 7, 2020 - http://topazlabs.refr.cc/kwamejohn2003

Save an additional 15% with code - AMDISC15 - this is not my code, it is a code I've used from another YouTuber.

This site will always be free and free of any advertising. I do this out of passion for street photography. My goal is to inspire people through photography and video from around the world. If you like to support me you can do so via paypal donations. Thank you very much for the support and thank you for watching!

PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/2DawgStudio

Below are a few images from Vega State Park. All images were processed in Lightroom.

Kwame Johnson 7/27/20 Kwame Johnson 7/27/20

Topaz Sharpen AI Got Even Better

If you're interested in Sharpen AI by Topaz Labs, click the link below and scroll down to the Sharpen AI section - It will be on sale ($20 off) through August 7, 2020 and during that sale, it should be right at the top of the page:

http://topazlabs.refr.cc/kwamejohn2003

Save 15% with code - AMDISC15

Below are a few example from raw images to images shot on an iPhone. The first image is the before and second is the after.

*Note: Photos have been process using Lightroom like most photos on the blog.

Kwame Johnson 7/21/20 Kwame Johnson 7/21/20

You're Kit Lens Is Better Than You Know

I never buy anything based on specs alone. A product is about the holistic experience and pure numbers are never a sign of a successful product. I look for the intangible emotional and experiential connection with the devices I chose to buy.

When I got the Sony A7ii it came with a 28mm-70mm f3.5-5.6 lens. They go for $350 new and under $200 used. It’s not a lens many people buy on it’s own. The only other lens I’ve bought so far is the Samyang 24mm f2.8. However I’ve been very impressed with images I’ve gotten on this lens. I didn't have time to do go anywhere special to test the lens but I have taken many photos of everyday life for the past few months.

I find the focal length perfect for my everyday photography. While the lens if far from perfect I think most people could use this lens for a while before upgrading something else.

*Note: Photos have been process using Aperture like most photos on the blog.

I’ve used it for some client work.

Kwame Johnson 7/7/20 Kwame Johnson 7/7/20

The Accessory I Wish I Got Sooner For My Sony A7ii

In the video I said this was a Neewer grip but it is a Powerextra battery grip.

The Sony A7ii isn't known to have great battery life but this $60 battery grip from Powerextra will solve that for you. And as a bonus you get two extra batteries.

Powerextra Battery Grip - https://amzn.to/2Z4xbZ5

Sony A7ii - https://amzn.to/38OLEdL

Camera Bundles:

Panasonic GX85 - https://amzn.to/3gxlRuk

Canon M50 - https://amzn.to/3iHcgTu

Sony A6100 - https://amzn.to/2Z7GpDL *This was $849 at the time of the recording.

My 2020 iPad Setup:
2017 iPad Pro 12" 512gb - https://amzn.to/3gnyRDF
Apple Pencil - https://amzn.to/3bZ8VdX
Magic Mouse 2 - https://amzn.to/36uSyoq
Brydge Keyboard - https://ebay.to/3d7EWBW
Logitech Keyboard - https://amzn.to/3ekBynv
iPad Stand - https://amzn.to/3d4YXcx
Sd Card Reader - https://amzn.to/2X7xXUl
USB Reader - https://amzn.to/2ZKLrqq
Magic Trackpad 2 - https://amzn.to/2YJYTsA

My 2020 Sony A7ii Review: https://youtu.be/jRD3I1UA6iI
Sony A7 ii - https://amzn.to/38OLEdL
Sony 24mm F2.8 - https://amzn.to/2TO8kWd
Sony 85mm F1.8 - https://amzn.to/3aLP1Ut

Battery Grip - https://amzn.to/3fOV8Jo

Kwame Johnson 6/30/20 Kwame Johnson 6/30/20

How to Edit Panoramic Portraits in Lightroom

In this video a show how to create stunning panoramic portraits in Lightroom Classic. This will also work with Lightroom cc on the desktop. This is a great way to create something different with our everyday photography.

My 2020 Sony A7ii Review: https://youtu.be/jRD3I1UA6iI
Sony A7 ii - https://amzn.to/38OLEdL
Sony 24mm F2.8 - https://amzn.to/2TO8kWd
Sony 85mm F1.8 - https://amzn.to/3aLP1Ut

Battery Grip - https://amzn.to/3fOV8Jo

Kwame Johnson 6/23/20 Kwame Johnson 6/23/20

Sony A7ii: How It Changed My Photography

The Sony A7ii kit, once a high end camera that many dreamt of owning. Today it's yesterdays news and can be found at the bottom of the used section for very little money.

The Sony A7ii, once a high end camera that many dreamt of owning. Today it's yesterdays news and can be found at the bottom of the used section for very little money. The Sony A7ii kit is the best entry level camera for the price. In this video I share 5 ways the Sony A7ii body changed the way I shoot. The 24 megapixels in the Sony a7ii is still amazing for a 6 year old camera.

My 2020 Sony A7ii Review: https://youtu.be/jRD3I1UA6iI
Sony A7 ii - https://amzn.to/38OLEdL
Sony 24mm F2.8 - https://amzn.to/2TO8kWd
Sony 85mm F1.8 - https://amzn.to/3aLP1Ut

Battery Grip - https://amzn.to/3fOV8Jo

Kwame Johnson 6/16/20 Kwame Johnson 6/16/20

My 3 iPad Accessories For Editing Pictures and Video

In this video I’m sharing 3 accessories that help edit pictures on the iPad. The 2017 iPad is an amazing platform for editing pictures.

In this video I share 3 accessories that help edit pictures on the iPad. The 2017 iPad is an amazing platform for editing pictures. With IOS 13, an Apple pencil, magic trackpad or mouse and Brydge keyboard I can comfortably edit pictures for a long time. The best part about the iPad is how versatile it is.

My 2020 Panasonic G9 Review - https://youtu.be/IAYjHSP9IAg
Panasonic G9 - https://amzn.to/3ctmKCx
Battery Grip - https://amzn.to/2YVEp1O
Batteries - https://amzn.to/35TiZ6P
Panasonic 12-60mm F3.5-5.6 - https://amzn.to/3csFVfI
Sigma 25mm F1.7 - https://amzn.to/2WL4DkW
Sigma 60mm F2.8 - https://amzn.to/35TGpJj
Panasonic 45-210mm - https://amzn.to/2yEYsad

My 2020 Sony A7ii Review - https://youtu.be/jRD3I1UA6iI
Sony A7 ii - https://amzn.to/38OLEdL
Sony 24mm F2.8 - https://amzn.to/2TO8kWd
Sony 85mm F1.8 - https://amzn.to/3aLP1Ut

Kwame Johnson 6/16/20 Kwame Johnson 6/16/20

Topaz DeNoise AI and Topaz Sharpen AI Changed My Workflow

Topaz DeNoise and Topaz Sharpen are two Lightroom plugins that have changed the way I edit my pictures. They make sharpening and removing noise such a breeze.

Try them for30 days free here.

Kwame Johnson 5/26/20 Kwame Johnson 5/26/20

Why The iPad Is Better Than A Traditional Computer

Products links:

2017 iPad Pro 12" 512gb

Camera Gear:

Panasonic 12-60mm F3.5-5.6

Sigma 25mm F1.7

Sigma 60mm F2.8

Panasonic 45-210mm

Kwame Johnson 3/4/20 Kwame Johnson 3/4/20

The Best Every Day Sony A7II Lens | Samyang 24mm F2.8

This is the lens I use every day on my Sony A7II. It is a great lens that is tack sharp and ultra-small.

Get it here:

Follow me :

Kwame Johnson 2/18/20 Kwame Johnson 2/18/20

2017 iPad Pro Long Term Review

The iPad Pro has changed the way I edit pictures and videos. In this video I talk about how I use it and answer the question is a 3 year old iPad Pro still worth it.

Buy Here:

2017 12.9in iPad Pro

2017 105in iPad Pro

Brydge Keyboard

Brydge Protective case

Logitech iPad Pro 12.9 inch Keyboard Case

Apple Pencil

Kwame Johnson 9/6/19 Kwame Johnson 9/6/19

Why YOU need to print you pictures

Printing for archival reasons is a logical thing to do, but the real reason you should start printing is emotional. When done correctly, seeing a high quality print of an image you made can be mesmerizing. there is no guarantee that the computer of tomorrow will be able to read the photos you take today, unless you consistently modernize your digital archives. Cloud services can certainly help with this, but the companies that run them aren’t guaranteed to be around forever, either.