Back when I was in high school, we had a coworker who was almost like the “Screech” character in Saved by the Bell. There was one funny line that he said, that stuck with him for years afterwards. I don’t remember if we were out cruising or just hanging out, but he blurted out  in a screech like voice, “Alright chicks” It was one of those moments where you probably had to have been there, but I can almost picture these two photographers saying the same thing while walking at a resort area with a reflector and large telephoto lens.  Probably helped that I watched the video the first time without sound.  So I could make up all kinds of things in my head as to what they were saying.

But onto the video, they are demonstrating the California Sunbounce Cp09, which is a great little setup for shooting at the beach. I could definitely use one of these with an assistant when shooting swimwear. The light really fills in the shadows and gives a natural feel without flash.

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YouTube DirektCP09 Sunbounce

See the images shot in the video on Bert Stephani’s website. He’s a really good shooter and I’m joking on the picking up chicks part. I’m sure he’ll help sell lots of product based on his shooting abilities. At almost $300 for the bounce and flash bracket, it is quite an investment.

California Sunbounce Micro Mini 2′ x 3′ Frame with Shoulder Bag.

Vivitar 285HV Auto Professional Flash

California Sunbounce Flash Bracket, for the Micro Mini, Mini and Pro Sunbounce Systems.

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Street photography reflection, shot through a window of a coffee shop on First and Pike in Seattle.

One of the great things about living in the city, is all the photo opportunities Many times during lunch, I would head out and try to capture the energy and vibrancy of the Seattle streets. There is always a fine line between intrusion and observation. Even though many of my subjects are in a public environment, I also feel I need to maintain some level of professionalism when shooting these images. Throughout the years I have befriended many of the homeless people who I have shot, creating a relationship before taking that first frame.

Check out more images after the break and take a look at one of the finest street photographers, Nitsa for more inspiration.

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