Posts by Author: JP Danko
JP Danko is a commercial photographer based in Toronto, Canada. JP
can change a lens mid-rappel, swap a memory card while treading water, or use a camel as a light stand.
Dear Automated Sales Bots – F*#K Off and Leave Me Alone!
Sep 9, 2017
JP Danko
Sales 101 says that it is much more profitable to convert sales from existing customers than to retain new customers – but retailers have taken…
Hands On Review of the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm Classic Portrait and Art Lens
Sep 7, 2017
JP Danko
A couple months ago, Lensbaby provided DIYP with a new Lensbaby Velvet 85mm Classic Portrait and Art Lens for review. I happened to be on…
Four Years With Stocksy United: A Photographer’s Review
Jul 23, 2017
JP Danko
I have been a contributing photographer with Stocksy United for four years now, so I thought I would reflect a little about my time with…
eMotimo Spectrum St4 Review – Hands on With 4-Axis Robotic Motion Control
Jul 9, 2017
JP Danko
What does it mean to have 4 axis robotic motion control? Starting with just an eMotimo Spectrum St4 you have two axis robotic motion control…
Taking photos at Florida’s amazing springs – Swimming in a natural lazy river
Jun 24, 2017
JP Danko
The last time the family and I were in Florida I was less than impressed with the photo opportunities available (see Florida – Worst Place…
Meikon Underwater Camera Housing Review for Sony Mirrorless
Jun 18, 2017
JP Danko
I have been using a number of underwater camera housings over the years – from inexpensive bag housings to professional dive housings. The problem with…
Five essential filters for travel photography
Jun 10, 2017
JP Danko
In my post on essential gadgets for travel photography, I mentioned that I always pack five specific lens filters with me. So in this post…
Seven Essential Gadgets For A Travel Photography Road Trip
Jun 8, 2017
JP Danko
Travel photography can be a real pain if you’re not prepared and organized. Besides your essential camera gear, there are a few thing you might…
A Visit to KelbyOne and Interview With Scott Kelby
Jun 1, 2017
JP Danko
I recently had the chance to visit the KelbyOne offices and studio space near Tampa Bay, Florida and sit down with President and CEO Scott…
Police Arrest Canadian Journalists at Scene of Car Crash
May 19, 2017
JP Danko
Two journalists were recently arrested this week by police at the scene of a fatal car crash in Hamilton Canada. This hits home for me…