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WHATS NEW Welcome to the Apix News page where you can find photography tips the latest workshops, exhibitions, new products and much more. If you would like us to post your exhibition or workshop notice on our News page please feel free to contact Suzie at sclark@apix.co.nz     VIDEO SECTION GRAEME MURRAY - BEHIND THE SCENES USING THE ELINCHROM QUADRA  ELINCHROM RANGER QUADRA TRY BEFORE YOU BUY Try Before You Buy is a unique chance to test the exciting Ranger Quadra battery flash system before you buy. Ranger Quadra is an ultra light portable 400 ws flash system for multiple on-location or studio use.  The RQ power pack offers the integrated EL-Skyport trigger and remote system for wireless operation and in addition many individually programmable features such as the RED-Eye pre-flash management system. The RQ Flashhead is a small light source with an integrated superefficient LED Pilolight and the omega plug-in flash tube combined with the integral reflector offers an even light distribution, which can be modified with reflectors, umbrellas and soft-lights. For more information please contact Chris Tudehope on (09) 307-3177 today. GARY FONG LIGHTSPHERE DEMONSTRATIONS Using the Lightsphere Collapsible Taking Group Photos with the lightsphere     2010 WORKSHOPS ImageMe's Photography Workshop series has kicked off for 2010! A new 'Art of Photography' course has been scheduled. Please see below for dates and details. This course is a great foundation for all the other courses ImageMe provide.  It is perfect for people who are serious about photography and want to build a solid understanding, or to fill the gaps in their knowledge. Workshops are limited to six people - allowing for very personalised instruction. Courses take place at our studio @ 84a Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna. Some workshops also include a location shoot.  Afternoon tea is provided.   (A digital SLR camera is required). Getting comfortable in Manual (Sunday 21 March, 1pm - 6pm.  Rain date Sunday 28 March - $165) This is a great follow-on from the Art of Photography Revision of aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and the exposure triangle Decision-making charts for choosing settings, incl. white balance Trouble-shooting: common problems Trouble-shooting: students bring along photos with problems to discuss and find solutions Lots of practice shooting in manual, in a variety of settings Mastering light (Sunday 11 April, 1pm - 6pm. Rain date Sunday 18 April - $165) Exposure: different options for getting it right Direction: texture, mood, using backlighting and flare White balance: creative uses, decision-making flowchart, practice Combining light sources eg. using flash on a bright day to create a dark and dramatic sky Bouncing and reflecting light Negative fill – creating shadows Placement of people and objects in the light, ‘feathering’ the light Includes a location shoot. For more information please contact Lisa Crandall on (09) 488-9270. NEWS WANT TECHNOLOGY BUT WORRIED ABOUT THE CASHFLOW If you would like to buy technology equipment but are concerned about the cashflow on your business then do not worry because Apix has the solution. If you would like to buy any equipment from us Apix is able to organise a rental arrangement for your intended purchase. For more information please contact our sales team today on (09) 307 3177 or email us at sales@apix.co.nz NOT SURE WHAT TO DO WITH THOSE EMPTY INK CARTRIDGES? WANT TO DO YOUR BIT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? APIX HAS THE SOLUTION......... We have an inkjet cartridge recycling bin located in our showroom so make sure to do your bit for the environment. For more information please contact our sales team today on (09) 307 3177 or email us at sales@apix.co.nz