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Don Wood

U.S.

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Expertise

I have been a professional photographer for 35 years. Wedding, portraits, passports, copies, groups pix, reunions, etc. Specialty in photography of large groups. I also have worked in newspaper photography for most of my photographic years. I have built and maintained a b/w darkroom, and a color darkroom.

Experience in the area

I have been a professional photographer for 35 years. I am transitioning to digital photography so I might be able to help in that field. I'm retired now but am still able to be helpful in the field. I have built a b/w, color darkroom, worked in a color lab, worked in the newspaper field both in darkroom and as a shooter.

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Education/Credentials

New York Institute of Photography

Awards and Honors

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Past/Present Clients

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What do you like about this subject?

I like the feeling I get when I have completed a good job.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

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Recent Reviews from Users

User	Date	K	C	P	Comments
James	01/30/12	10	10	10	Ok thanks anyway.
Deborah	10/03/11	10	10	10	Thank you for putting my mind at .....
Gayle	06/14/11	10	10	10
Kiana	05/12/11	10	10	10
Daniela	03/22/11	10	10	10	Thank you so much for your time .....

Recent Answers from Don Wood

2012-01-30 Camera Functions:

I am unaware of any software program or camera that would do what you desire. Seems to me that what you wish to do is not very much in the mainstream of what most photographers want, ergo, the manufacturers

2011-11-24 an apprentice?:

I think I would consider continuing what you are doing now. Some studios might view you as a threat. You work for a while and then leave with all their trade secrets at your fingertips. This is one view

2011-07-21 Senior Portraits:

Watch the background, you don't want to have a tree growing out of her head. Avoid direct sunlight on her, let it be diffused light. Shade is helpful but you will have to be aware of the shadows. Sometime

2011-06-13 Looking for new camera:

Your pictures came out too dark because you were probably too far from the person for your flash to reach. However if you get latest Paint Shop Pro you can edit the pix to enhance the color. You will be

2011-05-03 Photography:

Take your time, visualize the picture. Then decide on how to best take the picture. Do you want a fast shutter speed or a slow speed. One will extend the depth of field of focus, the other will stop or

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