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Steven E. Landon-Smyth

New York Metro Area

Director, Cinematographer, Photographer

Interests: Filmmaking, Directing, Cinematography, Photography

Recent Activity

Martial Arts Filmmaking: A Beginning

Stick Fighter: Shadow Boxing Part I from Steve Landon-Smyth on Vimeo. It's always been a dream of mine to make kung-fu movies like the ones made out of Hong Kong back in the 1970's and 80's. What I liked so much about those films was that they employed true martial... Continue reading

Posted Mar 23, 2013 at The Lord of Visions

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What to do with an overactive imagination?

That last blog post was a result of reading the word "Bigfoot" and having an overactive imagination. Now if I could only channel that energy into something meaningful. Continue reading

Posted Feb 24, 2013 at The Lord of Visions

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Revelation and the Rise of Bigfoot

A long time ago, in a galaxy far far away, lived a species called wookies. They were intimidating, large, furry, and powerful, but generally a nice lot. In our not to distant past, a ship of wookie intergalactic explorers crash landed on earth. Knowing what humans were like, the wookie... Continue reading

Posted Feb 24, 2013 at The Lord of Visions

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Live Long and Prosper in 2013!

On this first day of 2013 I wish all of my family and friends a very happy and prosperous new year! Live long and prosper my friends! #fb Continue reading

Posted Jan 1, 2013 at The Lord of Visions

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iPhone or DSLR?

Camera phones are great, no matter where I go I always have my iPhone with me, and along with it, a very capable 8 megapixel camera. It's so nice to always have a camera at hand, or is it? If you know me I'm sure you know just how well... Continue reading

Posted Nov 20, 2012 at The Lord of Visions

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Radical Transformation, GO!!!

Life has been pretty hectic for me as of late. I have had to look deep within for the answers and direction that I must now follow. Major change sometimes requires great sacrifice. In order to achieve ones maximum potential, one must focus all of their effort on a single... Continue reading

Posted Oct 16, 2012 at The Lord of Visions

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Achieving Success

The most important factor of financial success is how effective you are at helping others succeed. Continue reading

Posted Oct 9, 2012 at The Lord of Visions

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From Darkness Emerges Renewed Life and Awareness

Even in the darkest of times a glimmer of hope shall survive to see us into a new day of renewed life and happiness. The key is to keep that glimmer of hope alive and believe deeply within yourself that the darkness will pass, and as it does you'll emerge... Continue reading

Posted Sep 13, 2012 at The Lord of Visions

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Once in a Blue Moon

Last night was August 31, 2012 and for the second time this month we had a full moon, otherwise known as a blue moon. I figured this was a good time if any to try to improve upon my moon astrophotography. The last time I attempted shooting the moon was... Continue reading

Posted Sep 1, 2012 at The Lord of Visions

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What is the Best Camera?

Man with Briefcase by Steven E. Landon-Smyth I love it when someone asks me what's the best camera they should buy. The answer is so simple it's scary. Buy the camera you'll enjoy shooting with. Buy the camera that you enjoy carrying around with you. Buy a camera that you... Continue reading

Posted Aug 11, 2012 at The Lord of Visions

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Reducation NYC May 23, 2012 Open House at Steiner Studios

Epic Up Close! by Steven E. Landon-Smyth On May 23rd RED Digital Cinema invited the public to see firsthand how their cutting edge digital motion picture cameras are changing cinema as we know it. Many vendors also participated including Digital Vision, Petrol Bags, 3ALITY Technica, Adobe, AJA Video Systems, Anton... Continue reading

Posted Jun 11, 2012 at The Lord of Visions

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High ISO Nikon D4 Real World Testing

I'm one of those weird freaks that needs to read a new product's instructions in it's entirety prior to diving in to start playing. Some may say I have remarkable patients not just jumping in and playing with the hottest new Nikon since the D3s, but it's really just my... Continue reading

Posted May 20, 2012 at The Lord of Visions

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The Kino Flo Celeb 200 LED looks like the most interesting new lighting fixture I have seen in a long time.

The Kino Flo Celeb 200 LED looks like the most interesting new lighting fixture I have seen in a long time. Lightweight, energy efficient, with flicker free kelvin settings between 2700-5500k. This new light is at the top of my most wanted list for 2012! http://kinoflo.com/Lighting%20Fixtures%20(LED)/Celeb_200/Celeb_200.html Continue reading

Posted Apr 9, 2012 at The Lord of Visions

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Wise Words From A Cookie!

Today's fortune cookie reads "Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity". How very true this is. Rarely does good luck bestow those that do nothing to earn it. If you have a passion, pursue it with everything you have, if you are lucky, it will find you! Continue reading

Posted Mar 12, 2012 at The Lord of Visions

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Thank you Derek! Your support is very much appreciated!

Commented Feb 21, 2012 on iPhone 4S Camera, First Impressions at The Lord of Visions

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Feb 21, 2012

Yes, Nikon certainly handles high ISO very well. Only reason I shot it at 3200 was due to the fact my tripod head couldn't aim that high. Since camera was not rock steady, I needed to shoot at a high shutter speed. That my friend is why I like the Nikons high ISO quality. The image posted here is actually a low resolution copy. I'll replace it with higher resolution image at some point.

Commented Feb 2, 2012 on Winter Moon at The Lord of Visions

I've always liked looking at the moon, especially on clear winter nights. This will mark my entry into the world of astrophotography. This image is better than I have made previously of the moon but intend to continue improving upon my moon images and possibly other celestial objects. Note the... Continue reading

Posted Feb 1, 2012 at The Lord of Visions

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New Nikon Coolpix Cameras

Nikon updates Coolpix lineup with a bunch of new cameras. http://www.nikon.com/news/2012/0201_cpx-s_01.htm Continue reading

Posted Feb 1, 2012 at The Lord of Visions

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New Years Resolution for My Blog

Well another year has passed and although I have added more to my blog in 2011 than I did in 2010 I do belive I can do better in 2012. I have no intention of keeping pace with the many film and photo bloggers out there but will try to... Continue reading

Posted Jan 5, 2012 at The Lord of Visions

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Thanks Steve! Hope you had a great holiday and wishing you and your family a very Happy New Year! :-)

Commented Jan 6, 2012 on Happy New Year! at The Lord of Visions

Happy New Year!

As 2011 draws to a close I give thanks to all the good that has happened & grateful for all the new friends I have met either online or in person. Wishing you all a very Happy New Year! Continue reading

Posted Dec 31, 2011 at The Lord of Visions

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Camera Leapfrogging

Every few years camera technology changes and pushes professional photographers to continually update their gear. This was not always the case. Before the advent of the digital camera, manual film based cameras ruled. Once you had a professional quality film camera, you were set for years to come, unless you... Continue reading

Posted Dec 21, 2011 at The Lord of Visions

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Testing the iPhone 4S Camera

I was standing in the kitchen rinsing my coffee cup as I saw the UPS man approach the house. As he climbed the front stairs and stepped onto my porch, a small package slipped from his hand, and fell crashing to the floor. I approached the door to greet him... Continue reading

Posted Oct 29, 2011 at The Lord of Visions

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iPhone 4S Camera, First Impressions

Last week I had a good opportunity to test out the camera in my new iPhone 4S and I was quite pleased with the results. Rather than my typical day at the office, I had to go downtown to attend some ITIL training. For those that are wondering, ITIL stands... Continue reading

Posted Oct 24, 2011 at The Lord of Visions

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