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I was recently sent a Hanji leather pen case from an ad agency that wanted me to do something with it. What better way to feature a product like this than to do a full product photography shoot? In this article, I'll walk you through the entire process, from the equipment I used to the various scenes I set up and the challenges throughout the process. Check out the video on YouTube: Check out the pen case through my affiliate link:  https://amzn.to/3KUvrfk   As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases!  Here are a few other videos related to the equipment I was using.  Weeylite Ninja 20   LED light panel   Nikon Z5 Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 lens Nikon Z 40mm f/2 lens   The  Hanji leather pen case. The product itself is a very nice roll-up style case. On the inside, it has two different areas for pens or pencils with protective flaps at the top. There's also a zippered pouch for other small items. To keep it closed, a long leather strap wraps...

I was sent the Polaroid Now+ Generation 3 instant camera in a coral color. They had sent the camera and two cartridges of photos with no expectation of any content being produced. In this article, I'll be sharing my experience with it over a few days of use.  Check out the full video on YouTube: Check out the Polaroid Now+ Gen3 Instant Camera:  B&H: https://bhpho.to/4o2Jv5g   Amazon: https://amzn.to/4n6XJ3L   Moment: https://partner.shopmoment.com/je90j6   Best Buy: https://bestbuycreators.7tiv.net/bOMJrb   Adorama:  https://prf.hn/l/64Mmn0p/   ebay: https://ebay.us/CW4XqJ   As an affiliate of these shops, I earn from qualifying purchases! I also have a live stream where I unbox and try out the camera for the first time.   For those unfamiliar with instant cameras, the process is simple: you buy the film, and the film itself becomes the photo. It develops right after you take the picture, ejects from the camera, and in about 10 to 15...

If you are into photography or videography, you have likely faced the question: should you ask for a photo every single time at an event? A recent experience at a local Halloween market brought it into focus for me. I was there to capture the atmosphere, the feel, and the experience of this event in a documentary style. This was my first time attending this market. I also make videos highlighting photography at fun events like anime conventions. One of the buildings used at the Halloween market. For the most part, the day was filled with positive interactions. The market was filled with awesome, creative people who were more than happy to let me photograph them and their products. I made a point to ask many of the vendors for their permission to take photos of their wares, and their welcoming responses were a highlight of the event.  I rarely took photos of the vendors, but each time in that case I'd ask. This article is focusing more on photographing the products and what could al...