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This is The Digital Story Podcast #980, Dec. 31, 2024. Today's theme is "You're Sitting on a Goldmine." I'm Derrick Story.

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How often do you dig into those images that you've so carefully archived and organized on your computer? When you're in a creative rut, do you ever revisit your own work for inspiration? Why not?! For the last podcast of 2024, it seems appropriate to look back, not at the year in cameras, but at our own pictures. Then think about how to leverage them for new projects. I hope you enjoy the show.

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You're Sitting on a Goldmine

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First of all, Happy New Year. I love New Year's because it's the one holiday that I can wish to anyone without the worry of saying the wrong thing, the wrong way, at the wrong time. New Years is universal. And as such, I'm going to say it again.

Now, let's talk about pictures. I'm about ready to close out my Capture One Library for 2024. I have 3,305 images in there. That might not seem like many for a guy who carries a camera 24/7, but keep in mind that I have another 2,783 pictures in my Photos library for 2024.

So I end the year with over 6,000 pictures. They are organized, most are geotagged, and some even have captions and titles. Next week, I start a new Capture One Catalog and begin my 2025.

But before I go marching into the New Year, I want to pause for a moment and browse my 2024 collections.

What a year it has been. Filled with adventure, exploration, family, and of course, new gear. Going back through the year in pictures reminds me of how lucky I am to live the life I have.

But I'm also thinking about projects with these images. Here are a few thoughts.

  • A book titled: 2024 - My Year in Pictures.
  • New collections of fine art greeting cards.
  • Article ideas that I could tap right now.

When I was editing this week's article for Live View, one of the drafts was titled, A Photo Walk Along the Border Wall by Cynthia Whelan. Cynthia reached back into her photo archives to 2018 when she and her husband documented crossing the border from Arizona to Mexico.

The story and the images are as relevant today as they were 6 years ago. Plus now, she has a perspective that adds even more body to the article. It's available now, and I think you would enjoy reading it.

My point is, all of us are sitting on a goldmine of wonderful content. At a minimum, we should take an hour to go back through our own year in pictures and acknowledge the experiences we've had.

And beyond, put some of that work to use. Find a way to share it with the world. We are good at what we do. And there are many people who would like to see our creative efforts.

European Union Makes USB-C Mandatory for All Electronic Devices Including Smartphones

You can read the entire article on PetaPixel.com.

Why Less Camera Gear Makes You More Creative

You can read the entire article on FStoppers.com.

Want to photograph the New Year's Eve fireworks? Here are my explosive secrets...

You can read the entire article on DigitalCameraWorld.com.

Virtual Camera Club News

TDS Photography Workshops! Reserve your spot now. We have an exciting slate of online and in-person events. If you have any questions, use the Nimble Photographer Contact Form. I will get back to you ASAP.

The Nimble Photographer Newsletter is now publishing every Thursday. Readers will enjoy a variety of content spanning from short photo essays, to commentary on weekly events, to reviews of the latest and coolest photo gear.

Inner Circle Members: A big thanks to those who support our podcast and our efforts! We are having a blast at our new Inner Circle hangout, the private group I've set up at DerrickStoryOnline. We'd love it if you join us. You can become an Inner Circle Member by signing up at our Patreon site. You will automatically be added to the new hangout.

Great Photography Articles on Live View - If you check out our publication and appreciate what you see, be sure to follow us and clap for those authors. You can find us at medium.com/live-view.

If you're interested in writing for Live View, drop me a line at dstory@gmail.com.

The New Donation Kit for Carefree Shipping of Found Film Cameras - If you've discovered a film camera that's no longer being used, our new Donation Kit makes it easy to pack and ship. Just visit the Contact Form on thenimblephotographer.com, click the box next to Donating a Film Camera, and let me know what you have. In your note, be sure to include your shipping address.

Affiliate Links - The links to some products in this podcast contain an affiliate code that credits The Digital Story for any purchases made from B&H Photo and Amazon via that click-through. Depending on the purchase, we may receive some financial compensation.

Red River Paper - And finally, be sure to visit our friends at Red River Paper for all of your inkjet supply needs.

See you next week!

You can share your thoughts at the TDS Facebook page, where I'll post this story for discussion.

This is The Digital Story Podcast #979, Dec. 24, 2024. Today's theme is "New Lumix, Adobe Price Hike, and More." I'm Derrick Story.

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For a photographer, the shortest day of the year, Dec. 21st, means that we only have about 9 hours of light - not much time to get out there and shoot! Fortunately, there have been some interesting news stories inside. So, brew another cup of coffee, put your feet up, and let's see what's going on out there. I hope you enjoy the show.

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US Senate Passes Bill That Makes it Easier for Photographers to Film in National Parks

You can read the entire article on PetaPixel.com.

Photoshop's New Reflection Removal Tool

You can read the entire article on FStoppers.com.

Your Lightroom or Photoshop plan may be getting more expensive

You can read the entire article on DPReview.com.

I'm planning my 365 photography project now! Here's why I'm not waiting until the New Year and my #1 secret for success

You can read the entire article on DigitalCameraWorld.com.

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Panasonic brings refreshed DC-G97 and ZS99 / TZ99 models with subtle updates

You can read the entire article on DPReview.com.

Virtual Camera Club News

TDS Photography Workshops! Reserve your spot now. We have an exciting slate of online and in-person events. If you have any questions, use the Nimble Photographer Contact Form. I will get back to you ASAP.

The Nimble Photographer Newsletter is now publishing every Thursday. Readers will enjoy a variety of content spanning from short photo essays, to commentary on weekly events, to reviews of the latest and coolest photo gear.

Inner Circle Members: A big thanks to those who support our podcast and our efforts! We are having a blast at our new Inner Circle hangout, the private group I've set up at DerrickStoryOnline. We'd love it if you join us. You can become an Inner Circle Member by signing up at our Patreon site. You will automatically be added to the new hangout.

Great Photography Articles on Live View - If you check out our publication and appreciate what you see, be sure to follow us and clap for those authors. You can find us at medium.com/live-view.

If you're interested in writing for Live View, drop me a line at dstory@gmail.com.

The New Donation Kit for Carefree Shipping of Found Film Cameras - If you've discovered a film camera that's no longer being used, our new Donation Kit makes it easy to pack and ship. Just visit the Contact Form on thenimblephotographer.com, click the box next to Donating a Film Camera, and let me know what you have. In your note, be sure to include your shipping address.

Affiliate Links - The links to some products in this podcast contain an affiliate code that credits The Digital Story for any purchases made from B&H Photo and Amazon via that click-through. Depending on the purchase, we may receive some financial compensation.

Red River Paper - And finally, be sure to visit our friends at Red River Paper for all of your inkjet supply needs.

See you next week!

You can share your thoughts at the TDS Facebook page, where I'll post this story for discussion.

This is The Digital Story Podcast #978, Dec. 17, 2024. Today's theme is "How to Print a Holiday Greeting Card." I'm Derrick Story.

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I like to include a handmade card with all of my holiday gifts. And sometimes, the card is the gift. I just finished printing a batch with my Canon G620 inkjet printer. And the process was easy and productive. I thought that you might find my approach appealing for some holiday output of your own. I tell all in today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show.

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How to Print a Holiday Greeting Card

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This is my first year using the Canon PIXMA G620 printer ($249) for the holiday fine art cards. And I have to say, it worked great!

For my paper, I went with Red River's 60lb. River Linen Scored (Item #1392). It measures 7x10" and folds down to a standard 5"x7" card. I use envelopes from RRP because I like the squared-off back flap (Item #7239). But you could use any standard 5"x7" envelope.

I start by working with a 7"x 10" canvas. I have templates for this already, so all I have to do is choose my image and drop it in to the top half of the template. If you don't have a template already, you can download them for Lightroom and Photoshop from the Red River site.

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Once I've designed the card, I export it as a Tiff. I could print directly from Photoshop or Lightroom as well. But generally, I open the file in Apple's Preview and print from there. I like Preview's uncluttered printing interface.

If you haven't done so already, create a Custom Paper Size for 7"x10". You can do this by clicking on Manage Custom Sizes that's at the bottom of the Paper Size popup menu in the Print Driver Dialog.

If you want your card image to blead off the edges, be sure to check the box, "Fill Entire Paper" that's also in the Print Dialog Box.

Next, under Media & Quality, choose the paper surface that best matches your card stock. In my case, it was Matte Photo Paper. Also select "Best" for Quality.

Refer to the screenshot of the dialog box if you have any questions. Now print!

If you don't have any RRP greeting card stock on hand, you can go DIY by trimming one inch off the side of an 8"x10" photo paper. Choose the heaviest stock you have on hand. I like 60lb. for my greeting cards.

I leave the interior blank because that's where I write my personal message. Sometimes I print information on the back of the card. This year I used rubber stamps to give them that unique, handmade look.

Now, all you have to do is score them and find an envelope.

Peak Design Denies It 'Traced' the Bag of the UnitedHealthcare CEO Shooter

You can read the entire article on PetaPixel.com.

Is Canon stealing this secret weapon lens from Olympus?

You can read the entire article on DigitalCameraWorld.com.

Top Rented Photo and Video Products of 2024

You can read the entire article on LensRentals.com.

Virtual Camera Club News

TDS Photography Workshops! Reserve your spot now. We have an exciting slate of online and in-person events. If you have any questions, use the Nimble Photographer Contact Form. I will get back to you ASAP.

The Nimble Photographer Newsletter is now publishing every Thursday. Readers will enjoy a variety of content spanning from short photo essays, to commentary on weekly events, to reviews of the latest and coolest photo gear.

Inner Circle Members: A big thanks to those who support our podcast and our efforts! We are having a blast at our new Inner Circle hangout, the private group I've set up at DerrickStoryOnline. We'd love it if you join us. You can become an Inner Circle Member by signing up at our Patreon site. You will automatically be added to the new hangout.

Great Photography Articles on Live View - If you check out our publication and appreciate what you see, be sure to follow us and clap for those authors. You can find us at medium.com/live-view.

If you're interested in writing for Live View, drop me a line at dstory@gmail.com.

The New Donation Kit for Carefree Shipping of Found Film Cameras - If you've discovered a film camera that's no longer being used, our new Donation Kit makes it easy to pack and ship. Just visit the Contact Form on thenimblephotographer.com, click the box next to Donating a Film Camera, and let me know what you have. In your note, be sure to include your shipping address.

Affiliate Links - The links to some products in this podcast contain an affiliate code that credits The Digital Story for any purchases made from B&H Photo and Amazon via that click-through. Depending on the purchase, we may receive some financial compensation.

Red River Paper - And finally, be sure to visit our friends at Red River Paper for all of your inkjet supply needs.

See you next week!

You can share your thoughts at the TDS Facebook page, where I'll post this story for discussion.

IMG_2925-1024.jpeg Pentax KP DSLR with Pentax/Ricoh GPS Receiver.

With the exception of the Olympus OM-D E-M1X, most mirrorless cameras want you to connect to a smartphone app to geotag your images. This is fine if A) the app works reliably, and B) you practice using it and remember how to use it.

I've had mixed results with the smartphone connection over the years. My Fujifilm X100V works well with the X App. My Nikon Zf does a pretty good job with Snapbridge. And my Olympus OM-1 is difficult to use for geotagging with its smartphone companion, O.I. Share.

For my upcoming Costa Rica trip, I was searching for an easy, reliable way to add location data to my pictures without straining my camera or iPhone batteries (not to mention my patience). The answer harkened back to the days of DSLRs - a GPS receiver that slides into the camera's hotshoe.

Pentax-GPS-on-K3.jpg Pentax GPS receiver on a K3 III DSLR.

The advantage of this approach is that the receiver is powered by its own AAA battery and doesn't require interaction with a smartphone. It talks directly to the camera through the hotshoe contacts and adds a wealth of data to each shot recorded.

IMG_2923-1024.jpeg The LCD from my Pentax KP in playback mode displaying lots of location information.

When I load the images into any of my photo management apps, the recorded geotags are translated into location information.

location-info-in-photos.jpg This shot was captured in Bicentennial Park with the Pentax KP. How do I know? The data tells me so.

Here's what Ricoh says about their O-GPS1 unit:

Simply by mounting the O-GPS1 accessory GPS unit onto the hotshoe of a PENTAX digital SLR camera, you can record the latitude, longitude, altitude, universal time coordinated (UTC), and aspects of shooting locations onto captured images. Image files carrying GPS location data can be used to track shooting locations and review location data on a computer. The GPS location data stored on these files also makes it much easier to sort and file recorded images. By coupling GPS location data with the camera's SR (Shake Reduction) system, this GPS unit offers a range of innovative, PENTAX-original applications, including ASTROTRACER, Simple Navigation and Electronic Compass.

I'm definitely taking the Pentax KP to Costa Rica. The camera, lenses, and GPS unit are all weather-resistant - perfect for damp, rainy conditions. And I'll be able to record location information with each shot I take.

And if Nikon decides to make a separate GPS receiver for my Zf, I'll buy it. In the meantime, it looks like I will be leaning on my DSLR too.

This is The Digital Story Podcast #977, Dec. 10, 2024. Today's theme is "How Did You Fare on Black Friday?" I'm Derrick Story.

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I survived Black Friday, but just barely. The barrage of camera deals, lens discounts, and alluring accessories that maybe I didn't need, but certainly wanted and were difficult to resist. This week I share with you my Black Friday temptation and my attempts to fight it off. All of that, and more, on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show.

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How Did You Fare on Black Friday?

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I started out strong. On November 29th I browsed my usual suspects: B&H Photo and Amazon. I was relieved to see that there weren't any burning camera deals to tempt me right out of the shoot.

In the past, that wasn't always the case. I remember one year when Amazon was offering a new Nikon D610 full-frame DSLR, Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 autofocus prime, and a Nikon battery grip for some ridiculous price that I couldn't resist. So I bought it. And I've used the camera many times over the years and love it to this day. But it was an expenditure that I had not planned on.

There were some good deals this year, but nothing like that. I could save $400 on an M3 14" MacBook Pro. Even though mine is an older M1 model, it's running just fine.

I could save $2,200 on a Leica SL2-S Mirrorless Camera. It looks sweet, but it would still cost me $2,995. And I don't have any lenses for it. And we know how that goes.

I could save $300 on a Panasonic Lumix G9 II MFT mirrorless body. It's 25 megapixel sensor is certainly alluring, and I have a ton of lenses that would work great on it. But even after the discount, it was still $1,600.

All of these deals, and many more, were relativity easy to pass on. I enjoyed reading about them, lingering over the specs, fantasizing how I would integrate the new equipment into my workflow, and then just sigh and click to the next page.

I was feeling pretty good about my resolve and good judgment.

Then I received an email blast from Nikon: "4 Days Only! Refurbished Sale." I knew that I shouldn't look, but what harm could it do? I had already shown resistance to these Black Friday temptations.

I'm scrolling down the web page noting the discounts for the Z9 (yeah, right), the Zf (already have one), and the Z6 II (nice price, but no). Then it appeared. A black Special Edition Z fc with matching 16-50mm compact VR zoom lens for $850. Uh Oh!

I think the black Special Edition Z fc is one of the most handsome digital cameras I've ever laid eyes on. They're not available new anymore. And when you do find one it's well over a thousand dollars.

This one, totally refurbished with a matching lens, was $850 - plus free shipping, a substantial Nikon warranty, and in stock. Oh man...

I already own the 26mm Nikon Z pancake that would look great on the Z fc. Plus I have other Z optics. And this little guy at 800 grams would be a fantastic backup camera for the Zf.

It wasn't difficult to envision all of the scenarios where I could put the Z fc to work, and enjoy its handsome appearance at the same time.

I took a deep breath, closed the laptop, and walked away. An hour later, I was back. Then the next day, and the day after that.

I kept saying to myself, "Maybe they will sell out and it will put me out of my misery." But every time I opened the page, there it was calling to me.

This torture went on for 5 days. That's right. It wasn't even a 4-day sale. It's still on sale!

To help build up my resistance, I would pull out my beautiful OM-1, Pentax KP, or Nikon Zf. "I certainly don't need anything more than these three cameras" I would say to myself. And for a few moments, that would work.

This afternoon, before I wrote the podcast, I opened the 4-Day Sale page again. The Special Edition Z fc is still there! How do these people measure days?

But I have not caved in. I'm standing strong. I've survived Black Friday 2024. But I must remain vigilant.

Miss Black Friday? Adorama still has cameras discounted by as much as $1K

You can read the entire article on DigitalCameraWorld.com.

5 Must-Have Everyday-Carry Accessories for Photographers

You can read the entire article on FStoppers.com.

Google's AI Weather App Could be Extremely Useful to Photographers

You can read the entire article on Petapixel.com.

An Opening for Our Costa Rica Workshop

A space has just opened up for our Costa Rica Photography Workshop, January 7-15, 2025. You can read all of the details and sign up by visiting our Costa Rica Workshop page.

The event is co-lead by Rob Knight and myself. Our group is limited to 10 participants. We've lined up guides, transportation, accommodations, and meals. All you have to do is pack your bag and get a flight.

If you have any questions about the event, you can post a comment here.

Hope to see you in Costa Rica!

Virtual Camera Club News

TDS Photography Workshops! Reserve your spot now. We have an exciting slate of online and in-person events. If you have any questions, use the Nimble Photographer Contact Form. I will get back to you ASAP.

The Nimble Photographer Newsletter is now publishing every Thursday. Readers will enjoy a variety of content spanning from short photo essays, to commentary on weekly events, to reviews of the latest and coolest photo gear.

Inner Circle Members: A big thanks to those who support our podcast and our efforts! We are having a blast at our new Inner Circle hangout, the private group I've set up at DerrickStoryOnline. We'd love it if you join us. You can become an Inner Circle Member by signing up at our Patreon site. You will automatically be added to the new hangout.

Great Photography Articles on Live View - If you check out our publication and appreciate what you see, be sure to follow us and clap for those authors. You can find us at medium.com/live-view.

If you're interested in writing for Live View, drop me a line at dstory@gmail.com.

The New Donation Kit for Carefree Shipping of Found Film Cameras - If you've discovered a film camera that's no longer being used, our new Donation Kit makes it easy to pack and ship. Just visit the Contact Form on thenimblephotographer.com, click the box next to Donating a Film Camera, and let me know what you have. In your note, be sure to include your shipping address.

Affiliate Links - The links to some products in this podcast contain an affiliate code that credits The Digital Story for any purchases made from B&H Photo and Amazon via that click-through. Depending on the purchase, we may receive some financial compensation.

Red River Paper - And finally, be sure to visit our friends at Red River Paper for all of your inkjet supply needs.

See you next week!

You can share your thoughts at the TDS Facebook page, where I'll post this story for discussion.

This is The Digital Story Podcast #976, Dec. 3, 2024. Today's theme is "Making the Case for Using GPS with Travel Photography." I'm Derrick Story.

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One thing that surprised me this past year when talking to workshop photographers was how few of them were adding location data to their images during capture. I can understand not doing so while taking pictures around the house. But during travel? On this week's podcast, I present my case for making the extra effort. I hope you enjoy the show.

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Making the Case for Using GPS with Travel Photography

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One of the great things about our smartphones is that they record GPS data with every photo we take. Those coordinates are translated into actual locations by the software we use to manage our pictures, such as Apple Photos, Adobe Lightroom, and Capture One Pro.

This information, combined with the camera's normal EXIF data, informs us of just about everything we need to know about the image we're looking at. Not only do we get the camera settings used, we can also see time of day, map location, and with some units, altitude and direction.

All of this information is searchable by practically any image manager software. So, without having to do anything more than press the shutter button, we can record a mountain of information with the picture itself. This is a luxury that film photographers could only dream about.

Looking at the GPS screen on my Pentax KP with the optional O-GPS1 GPS Unit mounted, the data readout includes the location, direction, and time of shooting using Universal Time Coordinated. It also features an Electronic Compass to display the direction the camera is facing (true direction after declination adjustment) on the LCD monitor, making it useful during shooting preparations before sunrise or for the accurate spotting of a target mountain in alpine photography.

The Olympus TG-4 has GPS built-in. You can access a readout screen via the Info button that provides data for Lattitude, Longitude, Barometer, Altitude/Water Depth, and a real-time digital compass that shows you which direction the camera is pointing.

Both cameras write this information to the EXIF data that is associated with each picture.

When I scan the pictures from my Fujifilm X100V in Photos, the bulk of the images have location information attached. That's because when I get out of the car, I turn on the Fujifilm X App on my iPhone.

The X100V is already paired with the app, so they immediately search for each other. Within a minute, they are communicating via Bluetooth and the iPhone is sending GPS coordinates to the X100V, which in turn are embedded with each picture.

Different Methods for Embedding Location Information

There are basically four ways I can add this info to my pictures.

  • GPS built into the camera. The Olympus TG-4 and Apple iPhone are two examples. Both of these draw power from the camera's battery.
  • External GPS Unit. The Pentax O-GPS1 unit slides into the hot shoe then uses the camera's LCD for readouts. It is powered by its own AAA battery.
  • Camera paired with smartphone via app. Improved Bluetooth efficiency has made this a more practical option. Ease of use depends on the app available for your particular camera. Power is drawn from both camera and phone.
  • Applied in post-production. This is my least favorite approach because it requires a fair amount of effort.

For Those Who Don't Like Keywording...

I'm the first to admit that I hate keywording. And I know that I'm in good company.

Thanks to improved Object Recognition combined with embedded location information, we don't really need to keyword anymore.

Object recognition with find that beautiful marina sunset that you're looking for. And GPS coordinates will tell you where you were when capturing the shot.

Yes, There Are a Few Downsides

Our cameras don't utilize the super-accurate military GPS functionality. So the location isn't always precise. Plus, if your unit doesn't update when you change locations, that could results in inaccuracy too.

You can force the unit to update by recalibrating it, which takes just a few seconds of moving it in a circular direction.

Then there's battery life. Unless your GPS radio has its own power source, it will be drawing off your camera and/or your smartphone's battery. This drain isn't huge, but it will shorten the life of your batter over the course of a long day's shooting. So make sure you pack an extra.

Final Thoughts

Embedded location information is not only useful for our own memory of where pictures were captured, but it's also helpful for those who view our images in the future after we're gone.

And if you want to record changes in an environment, then have the location coordinates for your return trip can be very useful.

You may already have everything you need to get started with GPS recording. It could be a matter of just getting your devices paired.

I think it's worth the effort.

The Sony A1 II's sensor is almost four years old: here's why that doesn't matter

You can read the entire article on DigitalCameraWorld.com.

Editing Portraits Start to Finish in Lightroom on an iPad

You can read the entire article on FStopperes.com.

Kodak Temporarily Pauses All Film Production

You can read the entire article on PetaPixel.com.

An Opening for Our Costa Rica Workshop

A space has just opened up for our Costa Rica Photography Workshop, January 7-15, 2025. You can read all of the details and sign up by visiting our Costa Rica Workshop page.

The event is co-lead by Rob Knight and myself. Our group is limited to 10 participants. We've lined up guides, transportation, accommodations, and meals. All you have to do is pack your bag and get a flight.

If you have any questions about the event, you can post a comment here.

Hope to see you in Costa Rica!

Virtual Camera Club News

TDS Photography Workshops! Reserve your spot now. We have an exciting slate of online and in-person events. If you have any questions, use the Nimble Photographer Contact Form. I will get back to you ASAP.

The Nimble Photographer Newsletter is now publishing every Thursday. Readers will enjoy a variety of content spanning from short photo essays, to commentary on weekly events, to reviews of the latest and coolest photo gear.

Inner Circle Members: A big thanks to those who support our podcast and our efforts! We are having a blast at our new Inner Circle hangout, the private group I've set up at DerrickStoryOnline. We'd love it if you join us. You can become an Inner Circle Member by signing up at our Patreon site. You will automatically be added to the new hangout.

Great Photography Articles on Live View - If you check out our publication and appreciate what you see, be sure to follow us and clap for those authors. You can find us at medium.com/live-view.

If you're interested in writing for Live View, drop me a line at dstory@gmail.com.

The New Donation Kit for Carefree Shipping of Found Film Cameras - If you've discovered a film camera that's no longer being used, our new Donation Kit makes it easy to pack and ship. Just visit the Contact Form on thenimblephotographer.com, click the box next to Donating a Film Camera, and let me know what you have. In your note, be sure to include your shipping address.

Affiliate Links - The links to some products in this podcast contain an affiliate code that credits The Digital Story for any purchases made from B&H Photo and Amazon via that click-through. Depending on the purchase, we may receive some financial compensation.

Red River Paper - And finally, be sure to visit our friends at Red River Paper for all of your inkjet supply needs.

See you next week!

You can share your thoughts at the TDS Facebook page, where I'll post this story for discussion.