Condensed video of one of Burbank PD's NOTAR helicopters taking off from the street in front of the Burbank Police/Fire Headquarters after Fire Service Day yesterday, May 8, 2010.
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FAP Episode #49 - Hampton, NH Hotel Fire & Beware of Photo "Contests"
On this episode of Fireground Action Photography the gang's all here. We're joined by our infamous "East Coast Crew" - Joe Brown, Ted Pendergast, Rick Nohl and our old buddy Damian "Jug" Drella. Rick debriefs a large structure fire which occurred in Hampton, NH and we discuss the challenges he faced with not only the cold temperatures and high wind conditions but the seaside environment.
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As always, you can find out more about your hosts Craig Durling and Ross A. Benson by visiting their websites. Follow Craig Durling, Ross Benson, FAP, Joe Brown, Rick Nohl, Ted Pendergast and Damian Drella on Twitter. Become a fan of FAP on Facebook!
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(Duration 01:05:59 )Photo “Contests” – Be Careful
in CRAIG'S BLOG
I just read a thread in our 'Fireground' Flickr discussion group where a member asked if anyone was going to submit images for a photo contest being held by a well known trade publication. I've omitted the name of the publication from this post because the WHO is not the point, the WHY is.
Here's my response after reading the guidelines for submissions to this "contest":
Read More"After reading the guidelines for this "contest" it appears to be a grab for free images.
To all: PLEASE be careful with this. I know we all like to see our name next to our published images. Although I have a longstanding relationship with the folks at (deleted), you should be COMPENSATED for any images they publish in any of their materials. Photo credit does NOT pay the bills or buy new camera equipment. I have to think that (deleted) is taking advantage of a talented community here. Any other entity would have no choice but to pay for images used in adverts, brochures, posters, show guides, etc. (Deleted) is no different. They've been around a while and should know better.
Please consider what trend you may be setting here. If "contests" like these continue to be successful, we will be undercut by a slew of sparkies just looking to get their image and bi-line in a magazine that exists to MAKE money. BTW, they reserve the right to publish these images - that means they can run yours on the cover of their magazine. For free.
I have nothing against (deleted), just the concept of these "contests". By the way, the winner gets free admission to their expo? Maybe if you paid for my airfare and hotel too. Admission to the expo costs them nothing. Thanks but no thanks. And YOUR images are worth more than a photo credit too."
Here is a link to the submission guidelines.
What do YOU think?FAP Episode #48 - Burbank Water Main Break & Recent Incident Recaps
On this episode of Fireground Action Photography Ross Benson and Craig Durling debrief a major water main break they covered in downtown Burbank. They'll also recap some other recent incidents and discuss the different ways YOU can participate in the podcast.
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(Duration 01:16 )FAP Episode #47 - Photojournalist & Publisher Jeff Zimmerman
On this episode of Fireground Action Photography we start 2010 by sitting down with photojournalist and publisher Jeff Zimmerman. Owner of Zimmerman Media, Jeff is not only a talented photojournalist but publishes the Southern California Fire Journal and leads the Emergency Photographers Network. Also check out the work of Tod Sudmeier, our in-studio visitor.
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(Duration 59:35 )FAP Episode #46 - Holiday Safety Tips & Gift Ideas
(Duration 57:38 )
On this episode of Fireground Action Photography we're joined by our good friend Ted Pendergast as we do our year-end review of some basic safety tips to keep you and yours safe around the holidays. We'll also provide some last minute gift ideas for the photographer in your family. Some great resources for photo-related gift ideas are Samy's, B&H Photo, Adorama and of course, AMAZON.COM. Would your loved one enjoy or benefit from some great photo training? Check out KelbyTraining.com and Lynda.com. Even legendary avian photographer and host of the Photofocus podcast, Scott Bourne, is selling off some of his own gear. Sandisk is having a huge rebate offer on compact flash cards thru January 15, 2010. Why not give support your local fire photographer and give your friends and family some nice gallery prints? Of course, you'll find some nice ideas in your hosts' galleries - Ted Pendergast, Craig Durling and Ross Benson! Al Simmons of FirestormVideos.com has some fantastic fire related action and training DVDs available.
Also, now that we're deep into the holiday season, take another listen to FAP #19 for reminders on this to keep in mind when covering incidents during the holidays.
Remember our friend Jim Perry via UFLAC.org, LAFRA.org and view Craig's image gallery from Jim's memorial service.
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS from all of us here at FAP! Have a safe holiday season and a Happy New Year and we'll see you in 2010!FAP Episode #45 - Adobe Lightroom Roundtable #1
(Duration 01:26:15)
On this episode of Fireground Action Photography we're joined by our good friends Timothy Tonge, Ted Pendergast and Rick Nohl. We convene for a discussion on Adobe Lightroom, a wonderful and user-friendly photo management and editing program that will improve any photographer's workflow. Adobe Lightroom 3 in currently in beta so we hope to speak more on that when we return to the topic in a month or two. We go under the hood in this series and get kinda techie. Don't let this scare away the new user! It's a wonderful program (which we're all still learning to use). We all use and recommend a great reference book called "Lightroom 2 for Digital Photographers" by Scott Kelby. Scott is deeply involved with the National Association of Photoshop Professionals (NAPP) and his workshops are also worth checking out. Scott Bourne also discusses the topic frequently on his Photofocus website. Check out iTunes or your favorite podcatcher for some useful and informative audio and video podcasts on Lightroom. Some recommended podcasts are "Adobe Photoshop Lightroom", "Lightroom for Digital Photographers", "Welcome to Lightroom "2 and "Photoshop Killer Tips".
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Jim Perry
We dedicate this episode of Fireground Action Photography to our good friend, and friend of fire photographers everywhere, Jim Perry. Jim tragically lost his life in a traffic collision in Nevada on December 3rd. Jim was a retired LAFD Captain who edited the award-winning "Los Angeles Firefighter" newspaper for 40 years as well as their well known magazine "The Fireman's Grapevine". Aside from Jim's numerous accomplishments, he was always a great supporter of fire photographers and was a mentor to many. Jim, you will be missed. Rest in peace Brother. For more on Jim Perry visit his story on the LAFD blog.
Image of Jim Perry by Ross A. BensonFAP Episode #44 - Deputy Chief Marcel Melanson of Compton FD and the BET series "First In"
(Duration 01:09:14)
On this episode of Fireground Action Photography we sit down with Deputy Chief Marcel Melanson of the Compton Fire Department. Marcel is not only an old friend but is featured in the new BET reality series "First In". He also plays a key role in the production of the series and gives us an insiders perspective on his experiences with the show as well as the fire service. "First In" airs every Wednesday at 10pm eastern on the BET Network.
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