Beau Photo has a new website, and blog!

Greetings! It has been a long time coming, but Beau Photo Supplies now has a brand-new website! This is not a mere refresh of our old site, rather it's a ground-up new design, something we've been working on in-house for the last couple of years. The new site will feature lots of imagery, something we all agreed was important from the day we first started discussing a new design.

This will be the last posting to this Google hosted blog, which has served us quite well for a number of years now. We will be keeping this older blog around for the foreseeable future, so people can still access older postings if they're hunting for a previous article or review. Some of the more popular postings will likely get transferred to our new blog, or some even to the articles or reviews areas of our new site.

We will be trying very hard to ensure the new blog gets more postings, and on a more regular basis. In addition, our new website will also be kept more up-to-date with used equipment and will see many more product reviews and sample image galleries. Finally, our new site actually has detailed listings of the majority of the thousands of products we stock in our store! Currently, what are missing are some of the smaller camera accessories, like caps, hoods, cables and such, as well as a few key categories (continuous lighting and printer inks are the obvious ones) that just didn't quite get done in time. Those should be added within the next month or two as well.

So, without further ado, click on the banner at the top of this post to be taken to a blog posting on our new site, welcoming you to our new site! Or click this link below...

http://www.beauphoto.com/welcome-to-the-all-new-beau-photo-website/

For the main blog on the new site, this is the link...

http://www.beauphoto.com/blog/

DNS propagation should have completed pretty much worldwide by now, but if the above links don't seem to work, or if you're still seeing our old site when you visit www.beauphoto.com, which looks like the left part of the above banner image, try hitting reload on your browser. If that doesn't work, just give it another day or so. Lastly, the mobile presentation of the new site, how it displays on tablets and smartphones, is a little less than ideal at present. We'll be working on tuning that in the future.

In any case, we hope you enjoy the new site and find it much more useful than our old one. Enjoy!

Mike Mander
Beau Photo Supplies Inc.

KEH Buying Days at Beau Photo

Are  you looking to sell some of your camera gear ?  The boys from KEH will be at Beau Photo for two days, April 03 and 04 from 9:30 to 4:00 PM buying used cameras, lenses and some select camera accessories.

Looking to trade up to a new camera, lens or even purchase a printer? You will get an extra 10% bonus if you spend what KEH offers you at Beau Photo. This means that the money you receive from KEH is deposited into your account and you have to apply it to your purchases at Beau photo. You do not have to spend it right away if you are waiting  for that next greatest camera, lens or whatever that might be coming down the road. The money will be waiting for you when the time is right.

KEH Buying Event at BEAU PHOTO Jan. 12

KEH Camera will be having a Buying Event at Beau Photo! This is a great opportunity to turn your clean, used camera gear into cash! We look forward to seeing you soon!

Thursday, January 12  10:00AM to 6:00PM

Beau Photo / Fuji Guy's Photo Walk!

Try out the latest X-series cameras and lenses

Photography tips and gear demonstrations!

* REGISTER HERE *
(RSVP link is right near the bottom left of the page) 

** Fujifilm has increased the registration cap, so tickets are once again available **

Please bring your own camera gear, and since it is a nighttime walk, a tripod could also be useful. The Fuji Guys will have a limited number of new cameras and lenses available for you to try as well.

You must register to attend!  One additional guest is allowed per person. Registration deadline is November 10th.

Dress appropriately for the weather and bring good walking footwear.

Where: Granville Island, Vancouver, B.C.
Date: Tuesday, November 15, 2016

When: meet at 7:00pm / walk starts at 7:30pm sharp / ends at 9:00pm

Meeting place is outdoors, under the yellow canopy, just outside the Blue Parrot Cafe at the north-most end of the Granville Island Public Market.

Road Trip! Prince George - October 1 & 2

Come check out our Beau Photo "Pop Up" store in Prince George on October 1st & 2nd. In conjunction with a long exposure workshop by Marc Koegel of Vancouver Photo Workshops that is taking place September 29th to October 2nd, we will be showing some of the latest cameras and lenses from Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, and Sony, as well as having lighting, tripods, bags, filters and accessories for sale. There will also be albums from Renaissance Albums on display so come by and have a look, ask questions and talk about photography!
If there is something specific you would like us to bring along so you can have a look, email us at upstairs@beauphoto.com to let us know.
Beau Photo Pop up Store
Saturday October 1st – 12:00-4:00pm
Sunday October 2nd – 10:00am – 2:00pm
UNBC Conference Centre 3333 University Way

Project Instant V3.0 - Hold a Moment in Your Hand - Opening Night!

We'd like to thank everyone that submitted their work for the Project Instant V3.0 show, as well as everyone that attended the opening night reception! It was a great success. The Impossible Project 8x10 Portrait Sessions and the Fuji Instax Photo Booth were both a huge hit too! It was also wonderful to have Mark Appleton from Impossible Project there showing people how to use the Instant Lab. We hope everyone had lots of fun....we sure did!

Also a big thanks to everyone at Science World and The Capture Photography Festival for their support with hosting this show.

Wayne from http://www.waynesworldstudio.com/ kindly put together this great video for us as well! Thanks, Wayne for capturing the event.

 

 

Congratulations to the winners in all categories!

Favourite Overall Photo was Melissa Partee "Little Mountain"

 

Runner Up from All Categories was Gregory Dawe "Child & Chair"

Integral Film Photo Winner - Christine Hagemoen "PNE 2010"

Integral Film Photo from a Digital Source Winner - Penny Parry "High Wind"

Mixed Media Artwork Winner - Chris Evans "Shadow"

Other Format Instant Films Winner - Roger Hur "Family 1"


Judge's Choice Photo Winners:

Judge: Jason Winner: Christine Hagemoen "Still Life 1999"

Judge: Chick Winner: Stasja Voluti "Tell Him You Saw Me"

Judge: Mila Winner: Stasja Voluti "L'appel du Vide"

Staff Pick Winner: Brendan Meadows "Rhi Blossom & Buddy"

Register now for an upcoming Fuji Photo Walk!

A shot from the last Beau Photo / Fuji Photo Walk

Beau Photo / Fuji-Guys Photo Walk  (Saturday, April 9th)

On Saturday, April 9th, Beau Photo and Fujifilm Canada will be hosting another photo walk. This time we'll be meeting at the Coal Harbour Community Centre in downtown Vancouver at 1:00pm. The walk will continue until 4pm. You will need to sign up in advance, and here is a link for doing so…

https://form.jotform.com/60816322642956

I, Mike Mander, will be there, as well as Gord Webster from Fujifilm, Vancouver's own "Fuji Guy", and Ramin Shahidian who is a local Fujifilm sales rep. You are welcome to bring your own camera gear to shoot with, be it Fujifilm or something else, and there will be lots of Fujifilm X-series loaner gear on hand for you to briefly try out during the event. Of particular interest is the new X-Pro2 body, and there should be four or more of those to share with other attendees. We will also have the new 100-400mm zoom as well as many other bodies and lenses to borrow and try out. In addition, we will be happy to answer any of your technical questions too plus, we will have some $50 off coupons on hand for those attendees wanting to purchase a Fujifilm body or lens after the event!

See how a previous photo walk turned out here: Beau Photo / Fuji Photo Walk 2015

Phase One - Open House at Beau Photo

Click on the above image to register for this upcoming event in one week, Monday Feb 15th.

Check out Phase One's excellent new XF camera system and their latest and greatest 100MP full-frame 645 CMOS digital back. A formal presentation is running from 2:30pm-3:15pm so if your time is limited and you just want to attend and ask questions or spend time checking out the new gear, then plan on coming either before or after the presentation. That said, the presentation may answer many of your questions too!

As mentioned, bring your own empty CF memory card if you want to keep any test shots you've taken...

Project Instant V3.0 - Hold a Moment in Your Hand

We are happy to partner again with Science World at Telus World of Science and the Capture Photography Festival for another great instant photo show! Last year was a huge success and we look forward to everyone's submissions this year.

A shot of all the submissions from last year, on display at Science World.

This year we have opened the contest up to all forms of instant photography, including Polaroid, Impossible Project, Fuji Instax and any other instant film you may have lying in wait just for this great opportunity!

Entry fee is $15.75 and you can submit up to 3 different photographs. At least one image from every submission will be displayed at Science World from March 30th, 2016 until April 26th, 2016, during the Capture Photography Festival. We will award various prizes to winners, as judged by a panel of pros!

Opening reception will be the evening of April 6th from 6-8pm. This opening event is FREE and open to everyone. There will be drinks & snacks! The 8x10 camera will also be set up for Instant Portraits and lots of other fun activities. No tickets necessary to attend the event, however we would love it if you could RSVP via our Facebook event if you are planning on coming! Or email Kathy at: upstairs@beauphoto.com

Facebook event page is here: Project Instant V3.0 Opening Night Reception

To download the submission form head over here. Or feel free to come into the store and pick one up! Please see the contest rules regarding family friendly subject matter on the submission form.

All submissions must be received by 5pm, Friday March 18th, 2016.

Impossible Lift Workshop Dec. 10th 2015

When: 5:30pm, December 10th, 2015
Where: Beau Photo
Cost: $20.00 + tax (includes everything you need!)
To register call the store: 604-734-7771 or email film@beauphoto.com

Join Kathy for an Impossible Lift Workshop! Learn how to create your very own emulsion lifts and transparencies using Impossible Project film. For $20 we provide the cameras and film, all you need to bring is yourself. If you are new to the Impossible Project film or just new to emulsion lifts, this workshop will give you lots of great new ideas to take your artwork to a different level.

 

An emulsion lift is when you separate the emulsion, which contains the actual image, from the plastic backing and put it onto another material. You do this by cutting the edges (the “frame”) off the photo and putting the emulsion and plastic into water and gently brush it with a soft paint brush until it separates. Once the emulsion has come off the plastic it is very jellyfish like and you can carefully transfer it to canvas, water colour paper, wood and many other types of materials!
 

During this workshop, Kathy will show you all the steps and some great techniques for getting the best out of your emulsion lifts. The possibilities are almost endless! Just add imagination.

Check out a few examples of what Kathy and Nicole have done below!
 

 

 

 

 

 

FUSION 2015 is just around the corner

Fusion is back for the 5th year and not only are we continuing to grow, we’re also on the move – we’re taking over the new and beautiful Anvil Centre in New Westminster. For the second year we’re teaming up with the Professional Photographers of Canada BC division as part of their weekend “PHOTOGraphie” event. PHOTOGraphie is British Columbia's only professional photography festival. The festival’s purpose is to inspire and share the value of photography through education, gallery exhibitions and salon competition.

 The scope of FUSION 2015 is to not only focus on the latest in DSLR video but also to include many aspects of still photography including lectures, demos and even a round-table discussion.

This year we will have 12 amazing speakers, each presenting 90 minute talks/Demo sessions running throughout the day. There will be a wide range of topics presented; from fine Art Digital Printing, Fashion and Still life Photography, the ins and outs of Destination Wedding Photography as well as Audio for film and Video, and Documentary film making, just to name a few. You are guaranteed to come away having learned something if you attend this year’s show. For a full listing of the speakers, their bios and times they will be presenting go to: http://www.photographiefestival.ca/event-schedule/fusion/speakers/

There of course there will be an opportunity to tryout all the coolest new gear from some of the industry’s best known suppliers. This year joining us we have the good people from; Sony, Nikon, Canon, Fujifilm, PhaseOne, Profoto, Cinevate, Moab, Epson, Gentec with Manfrotto, Gitzo, CAPIC, Langara college, VanArts, Red Raven with Novaflex and B+W , Amplis with Vanguard and more. The trade show will run from 8:30am to 4:00pm.

This will be an fantastic event with so much to see and do. We have amazing speakers, great gear to try, FUSION 2015 special sale prices, and not to mention some amazing door prizes as well.  You really don't want to miss FUSION 2015!

Fusion 2015 will be held on Sunday, September 27th at the Anvil Centre. The Anvil Centre is a boutique conference centre conveniently located in the heart of the City of New Westminster, with easy access from the Skytain station and lots of underground parking.

Beau Photo / Fuji Guys - Photo Walk

Click on the image above to register for a fun and informative photo walk with us (Beau Photo) and Fujifilm! Two reps will be on hand to help answer questions, and I (Mike Mander) will be there too. Try out the latest lenses and bodies from Fujifilm's renowned X-system! Whether you are already an 'X-shooter' or just want to learn about Fujifilm great lineup of camera bodies and amazingly good lenses, this walk will be a good chance to find out more. For more info about this event, just call or email us...

Phase One XF and IQ3 in-store demo...

Join us, and Walter Borchenko from B3K Digital, for an in-store one-on-one introduction to the exciting new Phase One XF camera system and IQ3 digital backs.

Where: Beau Photo Supplies Inc.

When: Thursday, June 25th 2015 - time-slots from 10:00am to 1:30pm

How: Please call us at 604-734-7771 and ask for Mike to book a time-slot for this hands-on intro.


Here are a few links with some info on the new Phase One products…

Phase One XF Camera System

Phase One IQ3 Digital Backs

In addition, Phase One has also announced some excellent new leaf-shutter lenses that have been designed with 100 MP plus digital backs in mind. For example, here is a link to the new wide-angle Schneider 35mm, said to have exceptional edge sharpness and minimal optical distortion…

Schnieder Kreuznach 35mm LS f/3.5

LENSBABY WORKSHOPS in Vancouver- February 19th & 21st

 
We are pleased to announce that Kirsten Hunter from Lensbaby will be joining us for a few great free events in Vancouver next week.  Kirsten is the Director of Customer Happiness and she's great at her job. She will be sharing her vast knowledge of the Lensbaby lineup and bringing up an arsenal of products for attendees to use.

Thursday, February 19th  6:00-8:00pm

Join Kirsten at Beau Photo for a seminar which will inspire you to go out and get creative with your photography. She will be discussing the Lensbaby line-up and giving tips and advice how to get great images with a variety of lenses.  Event is free but space is limited. 

Please RSVP to film@beauphoto.com or call 604-734-7771 and ask for Nicole.

Saturday, February 21st

Join Kirsten at Granville Island for a hands-on Lensbaby walkabout. Bring your camera and she'll have an assortment of Lensbaby products for you to try for free. Plus she will be available for any questions you may have on Lensbabies.

There will be both a morning and afternoon session. Our sincere thanks to English Bay Gallery on Granville Island for letting us use their space as our headquarters that day.   

AM Session - Saturday February 21

10:00am - 12:00pm

Meet at English Bay Gallery at #107 - 1551 Johnston Street at 10:00am. Bring a piece of photo ID to sign out a Lensbaby and don't forget to bring your camera!!!

Please RSVP to film@beauphoto.com or call 604-734-7771 and ask for Nicole.

PM Session - Saturday February 21

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Meet at English Bay Gallery at #107 - 1551 Johnston Street at 1:00pm. Bring a piece of photo ID to sign out a Lensbaby and don't forget to bring your camera!!!

Please RSVP to film@beauphoto.com or call 604-734-7771 and ask for Nicole.

In addition, all attendees will be entered into to a draw to win a $50 certificate towards any Lensbaby purchase.  PLUS, ALL ATTENDEES WILL RECEIVE SPECIAL DEALS ON LENSBABY PRODUCTS PURCHASED THROUGH BEAU PHOTO.

SONY Stills Camera Expo

We are sponsoring an event, along with Sony Canada, at the local IATSE offices in Burnaby on Sunday, January the 25th. If you would like to attend this free event, please click on the above image to email and RSVP to Louise Baker-Griffiths at louise@ia669.com. Come and see all the latest mirrorless A7 series bodies, including the spectacular A7S with its unequaled high ISO capabilities! Bring our own SD cards to take test images back with you. If you don't yet own any SD cards, we will be selling some Lexar Pro 400x cards at a great price.

UPDATE: in case you see this and have tried to register from the http://www.ia669.com website, please note that the registration email address provided was wrong in several spots. Please re-send your RSVP if you think your email may not have been received...

Space is somewhat limited so don't wait too long to register, and hope to see you there!

Winners of the Beau Photo Lomography Photo Contest

Beau Photo is pleased to announce the winners of our 2014 Lomography photo contest. Thanks to everyone who entered.

Our Grand Prize winner Chris, won with an image taken with a Lomography Diana 120 camera.

 

Congratulations to Zach who won second prize, with his Lomography Diana 120 camera.

Congratulations to Catlin who won third prize, with her Lomography Diana 120 camera.

Lindsay Adler Behind the Scenes Video

Check out this great behind-the-scenes video of the Lindsay Adler workshop in Vancouver back on the October 17th weekend. Hugh Tull did an amazing job organizing the event and he even found time to make the BTS video of it!

BTS Lindsay Adler Vancouver Workshop by Hugh Tull

Shane Hurlbut Illumination Tour coming to Vancouver

If you ever wanted to learn about lighting for film or video, this is the workshop for you. Everyone who comes to this workshop is going to come away with a greater understanding of Cinematic lighting. Even photographers and stills photographers will learn a lot from Shane's workshop. Sign up soon and use discount code IETBEAU and save some $$. Click on the poster for more information and to register.  To see a behind the scenes view go to;  https://vimeo.com/107627879

Scott Secco speaking at FUSION 2014

For those who are interested in mountain bike action film-making or just love watching mountain bike films, you should come hear Scott Secco at Fusion 2014. Scott is an action sports filmmaker from Victoria and his talk will cover his own introduction to film-making, the summer he worked as an intern for Sherpas Cinema during the editing of ‘’Into the Mind,’’ and his transition from shooting web videos to working on his first feature film: ‘’Builder.’’ From athlete injury in the Chilean Andes, to the joys of hyperlapsing, this talk will cover the ins and outs of action sport film-making. Over the years he’s mastered the art of riding a mountain bike down sketchy trails with far too much camera gear strapped to his back – a handy skill for an action film-maker.  For more information about FUSION 2014 and tickets go to: http://www.photographiefestival.ca/event-schedule/fusion-2014/

FUSION 2014 Tickets on Sale - Early Bird Discount Ends July 31

Do not wait too long to book yours!
Speaker tickets include FREE tradeshow with booths from: Nikon, Canon, Panasonic, Tiffen, Sennheiser, Profoto and more...

This year we have 15 speakers from the industry speaking on a whole range of topics. Check out the website for detailed info but in the meantime, here`s a schedule for the day to get you going.

http://www.photographiefestival.ca/event-schedule/fusion-2014/speakers/