On HDR
Fattal
alpha -> higher = darker
beta -> higher = less contrast
avoid using non-still objects as subjects (unless you can totally "freeze" the motion) because the movement will look nasty when the HDR is generated
All-purpose sharpening: amount=85, radius=1, threshold=4
Sharpening for the web: amount=400, radius=0.3, threshold=0
On Presenting
it's about the photos that you do not show
On Taking Shots
if the lens being used has IS/VR/whatever that compensates for lens motion, turn it off. it causes misaligned images
ignore the rules. if a scene looks good to your eyes, then make the shot.
ano bang gusto mo? yung totoo o yung maganda? XD
On Focusing
For automatic focusing, always focus on edges. This is a good technique especially for photographing people. Focusing on blank areas (i.e. clear skin) will confuse the auto-focus system and shooting those will usually result to out-of-focus images.
It's easier to use manual focus using Live View. Turn on live view and turn the focus dial until the desired focus is achieved.
General
one time you'll be able to see that it is not the gear that matters is when you run out of ideas with the good gear. so yeah, it's not the gear that matters :)
