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I wish it had come with this...
I bought the Insta360 ONE RS 1-inch 360 Edition Camera as soon as it came out. I had seen some previews and sample videos and could...
Chris
Apr 24, 20232 min read
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How high am I ?
This is a quick tip for drone pilots shooting boats. Rather than looking at the screen on your controller to see what altitude your drone...
Chris
Sep 25, 20212 min read
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It's hip to be square.
This sort of shot is a staple of the Yacht or Architectural interior shoot. Square on to the saloon, room or cabin. Horizontal elements...
Chris
Aug 8, 20213 min read
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Being there.
Sometimes it isn't feasible to take a subject yacht to an exotic location for a shoot. Thankfully there is Photoshop. I am sometimes...
Chris
Apr 14, 20211 min read
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It's done. Emirates Team New Zealand have successfully defended the America's Cup
My sixth America's Cup is now over. Emirates Team New Zealand were successful in their defence in what at first looked to be a close...
Chris
Mar 31, 20211 min read
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And then there were four.
With the launch of Emirates Team New Zealand's Te Rehutai, there are now all four second generation AC75s out testing, tuning and...
Chris
Nov 26, 20201 min read
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AC ramping up
Things are starting to heat up in Auckland in the run up to the first regatta of the America's Cup. The America's Cup Christmas regatta...
Chris
Oct 17, 20201 min read
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Espiritu Santo Shoot
This was a biggy. Shot over two full days in Auckland. M/Y Espiritu Santo shot for Fraser Yachts. Details of the boat on the Fraser...
Chris
Sep 27, 20201 min read
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This should be easy(er).
How to add 'Web Statement URL' and 'Licensor URL' fields to your Metadata Presets in Lightroom Classic. Scroll down to the next Bold line...
Chris
Sep 4, 20203 min read
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Modifying my Mavic 2 Pro remote
I'm having a go at converting my Mavic 2 remote controller from two thumb sticks to a more Aircraft style controller where a whole hand...
Chris
Aug 21, 20204 min read
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Leaning Lite Stand
Along similar lines to my Tent Pole Lite stand I have invented this light stand for use in confined spaces. I shoot a lot of Yacht...
Chris
Apr 6, 20202 min read
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Simple 3D printed, Strobist’s Grid Snoot
A grid snoot is a great light shaper for photographers who want to throw a little light into a tight spot or highlight a select part of a...
Chris
Mar 19, 20202 min read
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Tent pole light stand
Always looking for ways to reduce the weight and bulk of the equipment I travel with I came up with the idea for this extremely light...
Chris
Dec 19, 20191 min read
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Hacking/Modding a DJI Phantom 4 Pro remote
I have been using a DJI Phantom 4 Pro to shoot stills and videos for about 18 months. Much of what I am shooting is boats for brokers,...
Chris
Jul 10, 20183 min read
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America’s Cup 35
Emirates Team New Zealand have won the America’s Cup in Bermuda. All my photos from the event are here… Photos (not mine) from the ticker...
Chris
Jun 18, 20171 min read
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Evolution of HeadCam
Shooting stable video of sailing from a moving boat has always been a near impossible task. Brushless motor gimbal stabilising rigs have...
Chris
Mar 21, 20173 min read
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Seal encounter
I found this shot while editing my days work. I hadn’t noticed the Seal jumping out of the water directly under Emirates Team New...
Chris
Dec 5, 20161 min read
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Peter Burling Photo set
Peter Burling goes into the Rio Olympics as, easily the favourite to win gold in the 49er class with crew mate Blair Tuke. Below are...
Chris
Jul 27, 20162 min read
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