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felonys-amazing-poetry-tm · 3 years

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set a scene. what are you imagining? here, have this one.

a boy. a boy with jet black hair and golden eyes (they are honey now) (but that comes later) a boy.

a man. a man with blazing eyes and burning hands (they burn so so much) (they keep burning) a man. a father.

a boy and a man.

a room. a room and so many people and so many eyes and they are cheering and laughing and- (an old man turns away) (he turns away often, but that’s all he can do) a room.

a boy with golden eyes and a man with burning hands. the room full of cheering.

the boy.

there are things the boy does not know. he does not know how to make his father love him he does not know how to be good enough he doesn’t know why his mother left and why his sister doesn’t love him anymore (he does not know what a father should be) (that comes later too)

there are things the boy does know.

things like “bait” and “slaughter” things like people having lives that matter things like speaking out because there’s nothing else he can do (things like the pain of burns) (things like dishonour)

the boy, and he will learn (just not yet)

the man.

he is bitter, and the part of him that is not hate is apathy. he’s empty. he’s full of pride.

and maybe he just wants to see the world burn

(he starts with his son) (golden eyes pleading)

the room.

it’s more of an arena and nobles gather round to watch the two characters of this ill-begotten play

a boy

a man

the room

who knew golden eyes could weep tears so blue? the boy on his knees, and he doesn’t know how to make his father love him but he knows how to beg he knows how to plead

callous hands and maybe his father will love him maybe it’s a caress and maybe the fire in the man’s eyes will not reach the flame in his hand

who knew love could burn so hot?

a cowering boy, golden eyes squeezed shut a towering man, hands ablaze-

no, a new scene then.

a leader. a leader with armour meant to be decorative and a stare begging the enemy to back down (he doesn’t want to fight) (not his father and not them) a leader. a boy.

a second leader. a man with tired eyes and weary soul a heart not willing to let his men die while he watches on (a man who does not know he will love this boy) (a man who will watch these eyes turn from fire to honey) a leader. a father.

a boy and a man.

a ship. a ship and swaying deck and a boy not made for the sea, and strangers who were born from the ocean itself. and one sees the individual and imagines his own hands bloody and the other sees his people and is relieved they are safe (they are both wrong) (there was nothing the boy could have done) (the man didn’t foresee the danger of loving a boy like this) a ship.

a leader with a desperate stare and a leader with tired soul and a ship. a ship with rocking deck.

the boy leader.

what is there to say? he is a little too broken a little too full of pain a little too ready to take the guilt and blame himself (he cares a little too much about the individual) (he does not stop caring)

there are things he still doesn’t know

like how to smile big and free like the boys on the ship like how to take a break without feeling weak like how to understand that letting yourself be hurt is not the only way to show respect (like what a father should act like) (that comes later)

the boy, the prisoner, the leader of nothing, really, anymore.

the tired man.

it’s straightforward really, the years have bruised him but his eyes are sharp and mostly? he just wants to be kind he just wants to be the one to raise his children he wants his home to be there when he gets back he wants the world to have more peace than it holds now (he wants the boy to have peace too) (he knows neither of them will get it) (he wishes anyway)

but there are things he can’t have

things like watching his son become a man like watching his daughter pull the tides with a wave of her hand like his wife kissing him, one last time (like the peace of a son not his own) (he keeps trying anyway)

the man, the leader, the father.

the second scene is this, then.

the ship.

a home and yet, merely a transitional place. a prison; a haven.

the boy, gathering lightning into himself and sending it off again the boy, saving the ship.

a boy, a man, a ship.

and he is storming off (he is not his father) (but what if he was?)

tea is scorched and the fire burns low and it’s a healer pretending to sleep and a leader trying to lead for his men and not his heart

and the boy is gone and the man leads for his people, not the individual and the ship keeps rocking in the harbour.

the scene ends.

this is under a keep reading because i want to keep the poem,,,, clean? i guess?? this. took a lot out of me. and took a whole nine-hour shift to write.

anyway,,, this is once again based on The Art of Burning by @hella1975, i hope you enjoyed it <3

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slrlounge1 · 5 years

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MagBox Review for Wedding Photographers

Convenience is key when working in the fast-paced world of wedding photography. We are always looking for ways to cut down on time or make our lives easier. MagMod was created with this exact mantra in mind, making it effortless for photographers to create incredible imagery with portable, convenient, and effective lighting tools.

Read more about the specs here.

In mid-2018 they announced a new portable softbox system designed for quick set up – the MagBox. After testing this product out with its accompanying accessories (the MagShoe and MagRing) over the past couple of months on over 20 paid shoots, it’s time for my final thoughts.

Ease of Setup

Magbox + 2 AD200s + Fabric Diffuser

The innovation of this product for the MagMod lineup is what really made me fall in love with it. When combined with the MagShoe and MagRing, the MagBox is hands-down one of the simplest setups I’ve come across. After being Pye’s assistant and having to set up the Profoto Octa Softboxes… this is a dream. Everything pops into place using the magnetic system and the MagRing holds the weight with no issues at all. My go-to setup for ultimate power is using two Godox AD200s, and those dudes are not lightweight. Compacting it is also effortless with a slight pull of a tab on the inside, which leads me to my next point.

The Biggest Flaw

MagBox + 2 AD200s + Focus Diffuser

While it performs just as good as any softbox on the market, I have one major con that everyone should consider before purchasing. It’s a bit girthy when compacted, making it hard to find the right bag to store it in without having to buy their storage bag. The three-part system is $290, but most photographers are going to try and find a way to save a buck and not have to buy more; instead, they’ll look for a way to make it work with things they already own.

For those who don’t have assistants, it can be quite cumbersome to have to hold it and worry about the rest of your gear. Once fully loaded, depending on your light source of choice, it’s HEAVY. My assistants have complained about the weight and I have to agree, the weight makes it difficult to lug around, which to me is a deterrent from using it in situations where I need a quick lighting setup. MagMod is the king of coming up with tools for portable lighting setups, which is why the MagBox stands out as an outlier to their small and compact line of tools. That being said, most softbox users understand that with bigger tools come bigger bags, which means it is likely it’s worth splurging on the $500 Pro-Kit if this is the tool you’ve been waiting for.

Diffusion Confusion

In the simplest of terms, the Fabric Diffuser acts like a traditional softbox while the Focus Diffuser is essentially a gridded softbox, pinning the light on your subject and avoiding spill. While I love the innovative magnetized clasps vs. your traditional velcro nonsense or Profoto’s needles of nonsense, the Focus Diffuser gets messed up pretty easily. Within my first month of having it, it ended up with dents and folds. Now, I don’t think this affects the end result of the image but… it just doesn’t stay pristine, especially for the wear and tear that photographers put their gear through.

Left: Focus Diffuser, Right: Fabric Diffuser

Another issue is again having a place to store these items. As of now, the Fabric Diffuser folds nicely into my lighting bag, but the Focus Diffuser must be rolled like parchment into my light stand bag. Again, the bag included in the Pro-Kit stores everything neatly so this is more so a problem for purchasers of the stand-alone system.

If The MagShoe Fits…

If I had a dollar for every time my assistant hasn’t properly locked my flash into place, I would probably just buy more of these. Here is a list of reasons why I love this new tool:

Easy grip to tilt light

Easy grip to dismount from light stand and use handheld

Locks flash into place without ANY worries

Holds the weight of the MagRing with two AD200s with no problems

Handheld MagShoe + Yongnuo 600EX-RT

I know everyone has tried and tested shoe brackets to find what works best for them, but this solves every potential issue. While this review is focused on the MagBox, it wouldn’t be possible to discuss its efficiency without this tool. In advertisements for the product they often showed the entire system handheld. I never once tried that because I rarely put just pocket flashes on the MagRing; however, holding just a pocket flash on the MagShoe makes for one of the most portable lighting setups, especially for dance floor shots.

Put a MagRing On It

MagRing + 2 AD200s + 2 MagGrids

While there are cheaper alternatives to this product, this is the only item that cooperates with the MagBox System, making it a necessity if you choose to purchase the product. With this tool, I’ve bounced my two AD200s, angled towards a white wall in a room with a dark ceiling, to create a large light source. Here are some other ways I have used the MagRing at weddings:

To stack my second shooter’s flash alongside mine

For family formals with an umbrella

When I need double the power of either a flash or a strobe

Paired with MagShoe – a portable way to carry around a lot of light (two AD200s)

You Gellin’ Bro?

MagRing + 2 AD200s

One thing I didn’t properly get to test was the new circular gels made for the MagBox because when they sent it over they forgot to include them. I’ve used the MagRing with regular MagGels attached, but you must have either cut-out CTO/CTB gels or purchase the gels for the MagBox. In an ideal world, I wish the MagGels I owned could magically fit with the MagBox attached to the MagRing, but such is life. If you purchase the Pro-Kit, you’ll receive 8 Correction gels and can add on Creative or Artistic Gel packs to make it 24,

Do You Need It, Or Do You Want It?

MagBox + Focus Diffuser

In my very first Economics class, we covered the difference between wants and needs. This is a desirable item because of how well-integrated it is, but the achieved looks can be produced using their other phenomenal tools. I could definitely see this as an item you work up towards, especially for photographers that often use softboxes. No setup of any other competitive softbox can compare. That is a fact. However, the MagShoe & MagRing are absolute necessities. As I mentioned before, all we are looking for is a solution to make our everyday tasks a bit easier, and these two products do exactly that for me.

Scroll below to see some sample images using the Magbox, MagShoe, and MagRing on real-life weddings and engagement sessions:

Sample Images Using The MagBox, MagRing, & MagShoe

MagBox + 2 AD200s + Focus Diffuser

MagRing + 2 AD200s + Umbrella

MagBox + 2 AD200s + Focus Diffuser

MagBox + 2 AD200s + Fabric Diffuser

MagBox + 2 AD200s + Focus Diffuser

MagBox + 2 AD200s + Focus Diffuser, 5 Image Composite

MagBox + 2 AD200s +Fabric Diffuser

2 MagBoxes Bare 1 AD200 in each

MagRing + 2 AD200s

MagRing + 2 AD200s + 2 MagGels

MagBox + 2 AD200s + Focus Diffuser

MagRing + 2 AD200s + MagGels

You can pre-order the MagBox Pro-Kit for $499 here, which includes the following:

1 x MagBox 24″ Octa Softbox & Diffuser

1 x MagShoe

1 x MagRing

1 x MagBox Small Case

1 x MagBox Correction Gel Set

1 x MagBox 24 Octa FocusDiffuser

Or, if you simply want just the MagBox, you can pre-order the Starter Kit here for $289 (no diffusion is included).

1 x MagBox 24″ Octa Softbox

1 x MagRing – Supports 2 Speedlights

1 x MagShoe – for Hand Holding or Stand

If you are in need of some MagMod Tutorials for Weddings check out our Wedding Workshop Series. The entire training system was designed for quick, inexpensive lighting setups. If you have follow-up questions, please leave them in the comments below!

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slrlounge1 · 5 years

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MagBox Review for Wedding Photographers