Jack Graham Photography Gift Guide 2022

It’s always tough looking for things that a photographer might not already have. I’ve listed some things find useful in my “Jack Graham Photography Gift Guide 2022 “

Please note that the links I have provided ARE NOT monetized. Everything listed here I own personally and use! Enjoy!!!!

APPLE AirTag Click HERE for the link to purchase. List is $229.00 but as of today 12/12/22 its 159.95 on Amazon. This is a handy device to carry with you as well as at home just in case.

If you haven’t started using theses, they are great. HERE is how they work. However, they have a few drawbacks. In this video there are IS a solution. Click HERE to watch the video

NITECORE BLOWER BABY BB2 ELECTRONIC CLEANING BLOWER for Camera and Lens. Click HERE for the link to purchase

I CANNOT RECOMMEND THIS PRODUCT ENOUGH! WITH 80KM’H Max wind speed (3 speeds of wind) with a quick release Brush as well, this little blower will pay for itself. Getting dust off your sensor is a breeze (bad pun). Here are some features:

Built-in 7.2Wh Li-ion Battery
6W High Power Motor:
Optimized Air Duct and Impeller:
3 Modes are Available: There are 3 modes available, to dial the mode dial, you can select Turbo Mode (High-efficiency cleaning performance), Optical Mode (for camera sensor cleaning), and Silent Mode (With 55dB minimal noise). Activating the Lock Mode to prevent accidental activation when carrying or storing.
Quick Release Brush & User-friendly LED Light: A Camera body cleaning brush is included, and a lens cleaning brush was sold separately for changing brushes according to the different cleaning needs. The product is equipped with a high CRI light (CRI>=90), which can be activated in darkness to clean the areas hard to see, achieving a thorough cleaning.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT touch your sensor with any part, including the brush of this gadget. Also, if you have something adhered on your sensor this will not remove it and you’ll need to “wet clean” your sensor. However, unlike “canned air”. this product does not contain propellent that can be harmful to your sensor and lenses. NEVER USED CANNED AIR ON YOUR CAMERA OR LENSES—ANYWHERE-ANYTIME! / . this PRODUCT SOLVES THE PROBLEM.

SMALLRIG Folding Tool Set with Screwdrivers and Hex Key Wrenches, Tool Set with Seven Functional Tools Included.

Click HERE for the link to purchase.

This is a great too for photographers… only the sizes we use frequently. It comes in a case and mad of anodized aluminum.!

PORTABLE POWER STATION Click HERE for the link to purchase

300W (500w, output), 288Wh Battery Power, 110V… 2*AC ports, 1*USB-C port, 3*USB ports, 2*DC ports, 1* car cigarette lighter, only 7.5 lbs. It is powerful enough to charge a CPAP or lamp for whole nights, smartphone 40+ times, laptop 4+ times, mini-refrigerator 5+ hours, camera 25+ times. List is $229.00 but as of today 12/12/22 its $159.95 on Amazon. This is a handy device to carry with you as well as at home just in case.

ANKER 733 POWER BANK. Click HERE for the link to purchase

This is the one to have. It’s a relatively new model. 10,000mAh30W 65Wwall charger with 2 USB-C porta and 1 USB-A port. (Charge 3 devices at once)

SMALLRIG Folding Tool Set with Screwdrivers and Hex Key Wrenches—7 Functional Tools Click HERE for the link to purchase

A pocket-sized folding tool set with a compact design for video photographers made of aluminum alloy and stainless steel, sturdy and durable

ANKER 727 CHARGING STATION– Click HERE for the link to purchase

Another new product from Anker. I use this in my hotel rooms when on the road. It has a 5-foot detachable power cord as well as 2 AC outlets and 4 USB-A and 2 USB-C ports. You can charge 6 devices at once! Max output is 100W (A MacBook Pro can be charged i50% in 43 minutes). Its very slim. It is NOT a wireless charging station!

STREAMLIGHT 88810 WEDGE 300Lumin SLIM EDC Flashlight …Click HERE for the link to purchase.

We own about 4 of these. They fit into your pocket like an EDC Pocket knife and packs lots of light in a very lightweight slim fashion. This USB-C Rechargeable light also has a switch to go to 1000 lumens if necessary. Its anodized aluminum. Its great for so many things. Again, a five-star product!

LENSGO Camera Battery and Memory Card Case(Water resistant)— Click HERE for the link to purchase

Holds 2 batteries and 4 SD or 2 CF or 8TF cards. Only about 13.00! It is made of molded rubber interior lining, durable polycarbonate resin exterior with a weather-resistant seal to keep out water, dust, and debris using ABS and thermoplastic rubber material, protect your camera battery and memory card from being damaged

KEEN Men’s revel 4 EXP Mid Height Polar Snow Boot. Click HERE for the link to purchase

I recently purchased these and used them during my recent trip to the Teton’s. It was well below Zero and my feet were comfortably warm. They are relatively light and very comfortable. If you are in snow any deeper than 10” I’d go for a more substantial boot. But for everyday use, these are amazing! I use THESE in deeper snow.

OCOOPA IP45 Waterproof rechargeable Hand Warmers

UP to 15 hrs. of heat, Quick electric Charge (via USB-C)… Click HERE for the link to purchase

3 adjustable warm levels from 95°F to 131°F, dual warming sides, and smooth surface.

MICROFIBER TOWELS—from Griot’s Garage ..Click HERE for the link to purchase

In my quest to find the BEST microfiber towel –There are the ones! These are made for auto detailing and waxing and are incredibly soft. Totally lint free. FYI, Griot’s Garage makes THE best auto cleaning, waxing and detailing products in the business!

Smart&cool Reusable Silicone Magnetic Cable Ties for organizing.

Click HERE for the link to purchase

This is one of those “Why Wrap and tie various items via silicon cord including electrical cords, cables, etc. and magnetically stick together at two ends. Easy to use and highly reusable. Magnetically attach to many metal surfaces including keys from losing.

Didn’t I think of this kind of products. Buy lots, you’ll use them

BEWARE: do not use this product near credit cards and other things that can be demagnetized.

Uxcell ESD-11 Tweezers, Click HERE for the link to purchase

Anti-Static Stainless Steel Non-magnetic Straight Pointed Tip for Craft Jewelry& Electronics—contains 5 pieces.

These come in handy in many situations. They are cheap and very handy!

5″ (141mm) length, anti-static straight pointed tip… Non-magnetic, acid-resistant stainless-steel construction. electrostatic dissipative (ESD)coating
Great for watch fixing, electronics maintenance, jewelry, precision electronic components, … also great for removing splinters and cactus spines!

EVENTS

JACK GRAHAM PHOTO WORKSHOPS 2023 / CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE SCHEDULE and REGISTER

MASTERS of NATURE AND LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY SYMPOSIUM, FALL 2023

CLICK HERE TO READ ALL ABOUT IT! Imagine Joe McNally, Scott Kelby, Ian Plant, Colleen Miniuk, Steve Gettle, Ken Jenkins, Bill Fortney, and myself all under one roof! —It’s going to happen, and we are selling out quickly!

BOOKS

THE INTERIOR LANDSCAPE by GUY TAL Click HERE for the link to purchase

I am truly blessed to consider Guy a friend and one who I can talk to about things other than photography. What a truly decent human being. This is the newest in Guy’s series of books. I strongly suggest reading them all. Trust me, you’ll have a new and refreshed view on the art of Photography. Nobody puts things into prospective like Guy. He is a master at drilling down to the creative process and all its intangibles. I just finished reading this book and though the others are great, this one really hit a home run when it comes to a non-technical thinking persons guide to photography. Please do yourself a favor and pick up an autographed copy on Guy’s website. You can hear our podcast with Guy discussing this book HERE

WASHINGTON EVERGREEN, A PHOTO CASCADIA BOOKS. Click HERE for the link to purchase

Photo Cascadia is a group of great photographers all of whom I have the utmost respect for and ones I consider friends. They have some great books available. Their newest addition WASHINGTON EVERGREEN is now available I just received my copy. It has some great (as I expected) images of the state of Washington and a platitude of information. DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS ONE.

OUT of THE DARKNESS by ALLISTER BENN Click HERE for the link to purchase. Allister’s Website is: Expressive photography

Allister spent a long time back in 2017 in the Gobi Desert, one of the most emptiness places on the planet. He had a dramatic epiphany there during his 7 trips to this region that changed his way of thinking as well as his mental health. These images reflect his metamorphosis and realization that creativity is there as an aid to a more “balanced and accepting life”

You can hear our podcast with Allister discussing this book HERE

HIDDEN PLACES: From Secret Shores to Sacred Places. A great book with some amazing images. How many of these have you been to? Click HERE for the link to purchase