Last weekend I had the luxury, which in my world equals free time, to go and visit Fota Wildlife Park. Not only that I had few hours to wonder around the park but, as a bonus probably, the weather was particularly nice given the amount of rain we experienced for the last few months. Despite the fact I live literally 10min away from this amazing wildlife  park, I have to admit that I have not visited the wildlife park since 2008. I was impressed with all the changes in the park since my last visit and I highly, I really mean it, highly recommend a trip to Fota Wildlife Park. More information about this wildlife park visit http://www.fotawildlife.ie/. Few photos of the cute inhabitants of this park.

121FOTO can help you turn Halloween fantasy into permanent photographic memories. The value of a memorable photograph of your child at Halloween cannot be overestimated. Capturing this once-a-year event in pictures will allow you to share your Halloween memories with family and friends. What a great way to watch your kids grow over the years!

121FOTO offers the following packages:

Package 1 – €150

• One 16′x13′frame with print
• One 12′x10′ frame with print
• Four 7′x5′ mounted prints
• One hour photoshoot
• Online Gallery you can share with family and friends

Package 2 – €90

• One 16′x13′frame with print
• Four 7′x5′ mounted prints
• One hour photoshoot
• Online Gallery you can share with family and friends

So contact 121FOTO today whether you are looking for a portrait session, a wedding photographer or wanting to expand or create your own modelling portfolio. Our professional service will provide you with the best results. If you want to schedule an appointment to speak with us regarding your wedding, portraits, family or commercial photography needs please give us a call at +353(0)879080400, send us an email at info@121foto.com or use the online message form located here.

Hi all.

The weather has been very good to us and the second day of the “Back to Basic – introduction to digitalSLR” photographic workshop went ahead without a drop of rain. This is a huge achievement given the state of weather for the last couple of weeks.

We discussed and studied the Aperture and its effects on what is called “Depth of Field”. A couple of quick notes on “Depth of Field”.

Depth of Field, or for friends DOF, refers to the range of distance that appears acceptably sharp (basically how much of your image is going to be in sharp / in focus)

DOF is controlled by three factors :

1. Aperture size – the smaller the aperture opening ( big F/number) the wider the depth of field is going to be.

- the wider the aperture opening (small F/number) the shallower the depth of field is going to be.

2. The Focal length – the smaller the focal length (wide angle lens) broad depth of field

- the longer the focal length (telephoto lens) shallow depth of field

3. Distance from camera to subject. – the closer to the subject the shallower the depth of field.

In my opinion, the creative control of the aperture and depth of field is one of the most important elements in photography. DOF will allow you to isolate your photographic subject from its surroundings and draw the viewers eyes to it.

For more information about our photography workshops in Cork visit www.121foto.com.

Today is a sad day. Steve Jobs, the man that gave us Apple, has died. Thank you Mr. Jobs. Thank you for all.

Few photos from my latest photo walk in Cork City. Hope you like them.

Amie Stack (Pulse Models Cork) kindly modeled for one of our strobist workshops. Isn’t she lovely?

dSLR Photographic workshops with 121FOTO in Cork City. 

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As a member of the Cobh Camera Club I had the opportunity to  go and photograph the Cobh Regatta 2011 Fireworks. It was a great night and the firework display was, as every year, amazing. Looking forward to the Cobh Regatta 2012.

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One of my assignments this week was to photograph a family of hurling players. I am not a big GAA fan but watching these kids playing hurling was extremely entertaining. I was amazed by their passion and dedication and after seeing them play I am sure that these kids will grow up to be our future hurling heroes.

Sail with 121FOTO in the Cork Harbour and learn more about your digital camera.

Owning a digital Single Lens Reflex (SLR) camera can be both exciting and challenging.

121FOTO offers you an exciting and challenging way to learn more about your camera with the help of a workshop held on one of the most amazing boats in Cork Harbour.

This one-day course will assist students in understanding the controls and functions of their digital SLR’s.

121FOTO will teach camera menu options such as image quality & size, focus & exposure modes, color space & white balance settings.

Throughout the day, workshop participants will have opportunities to experiment shooting with their new skills and capture the beauty of the Cork Harbour.

Fundamental technical information including aperture, shutter speed, ISO and exposure will also be discussed.

By the end of this hands-on intensive workshop, each photographer will be well on his or her way to achieving successful digital capture.

The price for this 5 hour workshop is €100 per person. In order to give each participant the opportunity to absorb as much information as possible, we are limiting the registration number to a maximum of 7 participants  To book a place please use the PayPal buttons provided bellow. For more information about this workshop please contact us at 087.90.80.400 or using the online contact form.

I have been asked by quite a number of people to sell them either prints or digital file of the photos I took in Waterford at during the Tall Ships Race 2011. The photos are all now available for sell either as a print or a digital file at http://121foto.zenfolio.com/tallships.

Hope you like them.