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MOD SPOKE SAID IT! Printing matters

December 15, 2015
by LFP
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I feel incredibly lucky that Erin Thomas creator of Mod Spoke would take the time to write something so thoughtful. Perhaps more lucky that she trust me with her work. This was literally an impromptu spur of the moment idea we had while we were collaborating about past and present

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Preserve the World ONG | Lucas Pigliacampo

April 22, 2015
by LFP
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In Honor of Earth Day 2015 I wanted to share some images that really spoke to me.  Out of Madrid Spain graphic designer and photographer Lucas Pigliacamo created a few images called “Preserve the World.” When I came across these a couple months back I knew I wanted to post on an

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Press Release for Portsmouth Print Shop

February 6, 2015
by LFP
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    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Portsmouth Print Shop Makes Customizing Artwork as Simple as Point and Click Live Free Photography’s sister company open its virtual doors as a new, convenient online method to place custom art and framing orders. Portsmouth, N.H. (November 2014) – Portsmouth Print Shop (PPS), the online

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Great gift ideas for your special photographer

December 1, 2014
by LFP
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Having a hard Time Finding the perfect gift for your special photographer? Here’s my little collection of great gift ideas for that special photographer in your life. If you have any to add. or own any of these please reply.      

Behind the scenes with Chris Keeley

May 13, 2014
by LFP
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There’s a lot of jobs that come through the door, all of them special in their own way of course. Sometimes I have to get jobs out so quickly I don’t have time to take pictures or document how they are made. But this time I decide to make the

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Canvas Wraps with Nubble Art

April 24, 2014
by LFP
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If you get the chance to visit Nubble Lighthouse in York, Maine you will most likely want to take something back with you. Luckily, Matt Rosenburg is one of the ground keepers who gets full access to the Lighthouse. He has been capturing the historic landmark season after season. Please

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Double exposure Film inspires new music video

March 5, 2014
by LFP
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The Peach Kings – “Be Around” from Paul Trillo on Vimeo. The Peach Kings "Be Around" from the Mojo Thunder EP – coming soon GET THIS TRACK FOR FREE HERE: httpsss://thepeachkings.bandcamp.com/track/be-around Shot in various locations throughout Los Angeles, Sonoma, Montreal, Brooklyn and Breakneck Ridge New York. special thanks to Funkhaus

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Sunrise and Sunset Photoshop Action Set

December 23, 2013
by LFP
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Congratulations, you did it, you clicked on the link. So you’re wondering what is this guaranteed awesome freebie… Do you like actions? Particularly filters? You just earned yourself a set of “Sunrise & Sunset Filter Actions” I love actions! I have set up so many over the years that I

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Stop Motion Movie using vintage camera parts

November 26, 2013
by LFP
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The Falcon from Scot Hampton on Vimeo. The Falcon is a steampunk stop-motion film starring Professor Weston (ISO 50), Silly Patty (+2/-2 EV) and 'Howell' the Owl (f/256) during the Age of Argus as they journey throughout the Focal Kingdom. Composed entirely of macro-photographed hardware pieces from disassembled vintage/antique cameras,

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teaming up with sponsorship for National Children’s Alliance

November 20, 2013
by LFP
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LFP is very proud Peter Connors of 03801 productions asked us to make over 50 frames and photos for the cast/crew/production of the public service announcement, starring Portsmouth’s Elle Shaheen titled “Stand Up, Step Forward,” Which seeks to spread awareness of child abuse. It was produced in association with the National Children’s Alliance , and by Exeter

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NEW- transfer home movies for Apple tv

November 15, 2013
by LFP
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this is a band new service. Recently we have been transferring home movies directly to an external hard drives. Now LFP can format files for specific devices Here is a chart of the most popular devices:

The Pixel Painter

August 19, 2013
by LFP
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  Hal Lasko, better known as Grandpa, worked as a graphic artist back when everything was done by hand. His family introduced him to the computer and Microsoft Paint long after he retired. Now, Grandpa spends ten hours a day moving pixels around his computer paintings. His work is a

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Pete Eckert-Photographing as a blind man

August 8, 2013
by LFP
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Pete Eckert – Dancing on The Edge of Perception from The Avant/Garde Diaries on Vimeo. The blind photographer explains the improbability of his vocation and how the eye is not always the most important thing in taking a picture. More on www.theavantgardediaries.com Produced, Filmed & Editing by Oddiseefilms / Associate

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Lauren Gillette -NHCF Exhibit -Momentum XI

May 8, 2013
by LFP
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 “Momentum XI celebrates the 11th anniversary of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation’s Artist Advancement Grant which annually provides financial support to individual artist and craft people in our region.” Many thanks to visual artist Lauren Gillette for allowing us the opportunity to print her work for her current show, Momentum XI, at the George Marshall Gallery

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Artist Reception for Pat Kennedy Corlin

April 18, 2013
by LFP
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CAMBODIA  – A Serendipitous Gift Of Fate. Attend the artist reception for Pat Kennedy Corlin, at the Mill Building in Newmarket, NH on 4/27/13  from 12 pm to 4pm Pat Kennedy Corlin, owner of Performing Images Photography of Strafford, NH, recently returned from a photo journey in Cambodia, where she traveled with The Giving Lens.

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Shifting light – old techniques turned new

April 17, 2013
by LFP
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New music video uses lighting techniques inspired by French filmaker Clouzot. New video “Sparkling Wine” by OPALE . Watch how the face changes with shifting light source. I’d like to see the lighting diagram for this one. Sparkles and Wine – Teaser from Nacho Guzman on Vimeo. Album & Music Video

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Product shoot for car accessories

March 7, 2013
by LFP
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Hey guys, an old high school buddy just called, He still thinks I take photos, I don’t. So I’m throwing this post together to see if there’s anyone else I can recommend that has experience in this work. This is the information I have. Please e-mail me if you are

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Gregory Crewdson – Brief Encounters Playing in Portsmouth

February 27, 2013
by LFP
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A film by Ben Shapiro Thursay, Febuary 28th 7pm Portsmouth Public Library In Partnership with 3S Artspace Photographer David Murry will lead a post film discussion Levenson Room 175 Parrott Ave Portsmouth NH Fantastic I just found this in the mailbox. Is it an invite for myself and Michael Winters? I might have

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Carly Glovinski X-Ray (SPACE)

February 12, 2013
by LFP
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Big Thanks to artist Carly Glovinski  for her business, it was the BIGGEST print! (images below) Ms.Glovinski  needed some printing done for her upcoming show at SPACE GALLERY  in Portland, Maine. She is working on a project that most of us wouldn’t even pretend we had the patience to make.  “Hello Friends,

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Step 1 Color Management in Photoshop

February 12, 2013
by LFP
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Easiest Color Management Setting  in Adobe Photoshop It can be difficult to manage other peoples work to prepare for print when everyone’s experience level is unique. Maybe you have never even thought about color management because you don’t print, you post to the web. Or your default camera setting were

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Gift Cards now available online

January 22, 2013
by LFP
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Give the gift of custom framing, printing, mating and old movies to dvd with a gift cards and let them choose what they want. Good for services and Supplies. Now you can purchase gift cards online.  Just fill out this form and after your information is processed we will send

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Angel Olsen – Sweet Dreams (Official Video)

January 15, 2013
by LFP
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A Facebook friend  brought this lady Angel Olsen to my attention. I’m posting this for her use of 16mm film to create her videos. She has double and triple exposed her film. That’s no easy task. I hope you enjoy. Did I mention she has an old soul voice that I

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Adobe Lightroom 4 Free Trial Download

January 14, 2013
by LFP
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If you are not ready to take the plunge into Photoshop Think about Adobe Lightroom 4.  Download Adobe Free Trials Here!  Start downloading Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4 in minutes. No shipping needed. Only at Adobe.com

Preferred print vendor for your PhotoShelter website

January 14, 2013
by LFP
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If you currently have a PhotoShelter  website you can use LFP as your preferred print vendor. Which means you’ll have optimal control over your print quality. If you are looking for a website to show your work PhotoShelter may be the right choice for you. Check out one of our customers

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Video Tape Transfer to DVD

January 14, 2013
by LFP
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Video Tape Transfer to DVD VHS/ VHSC/ 8mm-Hi8-Digital 8/ Mini DV/ Betamax. Blue Ray and hard drive back ups. Movies are edited to have chapters for easy viewing. VHS Tapes always wear out a little bit every time when we play them. Here’s how to care for them. Tape degradation

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The Music Hall Loft

January 13, 2013
by LFP
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Thanks to The Music Hall Loft for integrating small local business into their world. We enjoy working with you so much. We look forward to the upcoming season.      

ASMP New England-Breakfast Club

January 13, 2013
by LFP
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The New England Chapter typically meets on the second or third Thursday at The Friendly Toast in Portsmouth, NH starting between 9-10am and ending when the time is right.The group is lead by Michael Seamans who is a wealth of knowledge in the Photography world. Feel free to contact him

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New Hampshire Society of Photographic Artists

January 11, 2013
by LFP
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“The New Hampshire Society of Photographic Artists (NHSPA) supports photography as a means for creative expression and cultural insight. We focus on artistic development of members and the community by providing exhibitions, publications, and outreach”

Textured Fine Art Paper

January 9, 2013
by LFP
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Print your original watercolors on a textured fine art paper to enhance the feel and look of the original artwork Here are some samples of some watercolors scanned and printed on textured fine art watercolor paper. watercolors by, Barbara O’Brian    

Luster

January 9, 2013
by LFP
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Luster printing is our of our most popular material its very versatile it looks great with any image. We can print up to 44″ wide

Metallic Paper

January 8, 2013
by LFP
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Metallic Paper is another popular choice, although in my opinion it is not meant for all images, It tends to work best for images that have a saturated palette. Metallic is almost like a tinted pearl or silver. We can print up to 44″ wide

Canvas Printing

January 7, 2013
by LFP
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Canvas Printing can be used for some many different  projects, As long as it’s a digital file, anything can be printed. Canvas can sometime be coated for en extra gloss or UV protection. This application is great if you are planning or having you print outside used as house art, signage,

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Sample video – 8mm Reel

January 4, 2013
by LFP
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Sample video – 8mm Reel This clip was edited for camera shake and had music added. Not all films will look like this.   httpsss://youtu.be/–iXs4f03jk?t=15s

Smooth Fine Art Reproduction

January 4, 2013
by LFP
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Sometimes you need more than a photo paper, sometimes you are looking for a fine art print. Typically this is called a rag paper. Digital photography looks beautiful on a smooth fine art paper. It adds an artistic quality that is incomparable to any other print. There are also textured

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What is a giclée?

January 4, 2013
by LFP
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giclée (zhee-clay) n. 1. a type of digital fine-art print. 2. Most often associated with reproductions; a giclée is a multiple print or exact copy of an original work of art that was created by conventional means (painting, drawing, etc.) and then reproduced digitally, typically via inkjet printing. First use in this context

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Poster Printing – Economy

January 2, 2013
by LFP
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Sometimes you don’t need archival prints. Poster printing will be more of what you are looking for. From the 11×17 standard poster to 30×40 image. Poster Printing- Economy always you to print quality and not have you feel guilty to throw away when the event is over.  

Susan Frenchman Travel Photography

January 1, 2013
by LFP
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Here is Susan Frenchman Sitting in front of some of her favorite Photographs she has taken from all around the world. LFP helped Susan print and custom mat these images. We are thankful Susan Found us and it was a pleasure working with her. Check out her event her event

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Inventor of the Digital Camera

April 12, 2011
by LFP
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Inventor Portrait: Steven Sasson from David Friedman on Vimeo. This video is part of an ongoing series of photo and video portraits of contemporary inventors from all walks of life. More can be seen here. It’s been way too long since I’ve posted one of these. This is my portrait

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We Relocated…Again – Geographically speaking

February 24, 2011
by LFP
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PORTSMOUTH — Geographically speaking, it wasn’t a big move at all. Yet, according to owner Emily Brackett, it was the biggest and best move she has made. Live Free Photography opened a little over a year ago at 16 Sheafe St. This past autumn, Brackett moved her business across the

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We’ve made it to Portsmouth

December 11, 2009
by LFP
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PORTSMOUTH — Photographer Emily Brackett said the timing was just right to open her downtown store, Live Free Photography. “I love this space and this is what I want to do,” Brackett said. “I’m young and feel like I had to do it now or not at all. I chose

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