<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[RSS Feed]]></title><description><![CDATA[RSS Feed]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com</link><image><url>http://direct.ecency.com/logo512.png</url><title>RSS Feed</title><link>http://direct.ecency.com</link></image><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 19:10:39 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="http://direct.ecency.com/@brendandekora/rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Night panoramas... the most difficult]]></title><description><![CDATA[A combination of my two favorite things, night shots and panoramas. Especially ones where there's lots of moving subjects. Maybe I like to make my life difficult... Maybe the end result is more interesting]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/night-panoramas-the-most-difficult</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/night-panoramas-the-most-difficult</guid><category><![CDATA[photography]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2016 03:24:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZXpaUd3KVvqwKxruSffUr?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Redwoods!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The redwoods are like no other place on earth. We have all seen photos of them, but I don't believe that any photo can do them justice. Yes we all know they are very large, we have seen people next to]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/redwoods</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/redwoods</guid><category><![CDATA[photography]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 28 Aug 2016 01:10:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZXoUwRUJBGFmMFvzUeLFx?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[SteemitPhotoChallenge Entry Lake Casitas]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is a shot that was great, and then a bird flew through to make it even better :) Shot with Nikon D700 and 14-24mm f/2.8]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/steemitphotochallenge-entry-lake-casitas</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/steemitphotochallenge-entry-lake-casitas</guid><category><![CDATA[photography]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 27 Aug 2016 02:54:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZXomkHrLSByWQofxSkmJv?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[SteemitPhotoChallenge Entry Topanga State Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[I hope this fence doesn't disqualify me, this is one of my favorite nature shots :) Shot with Nikon D810 and 14-24mm f/2.8]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/steemitphotochallenge-entry-topanga-state-park</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/steemitphotochallenge-entry-topanga-state-park</guid><category><![CDATA[photography]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 27 Aug 2016 02:43:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZXoUwNBuR7upPb94xQcer?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[SteemitPhotoChallenge Entry Joshua Tree Storm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Excited to finally take place in the steemit photo challenge! Shot with Nikon D700 and 14-24mm f/2.8]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/steemitphotochallenge-entry-joshua-tree-storm</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/steemitphotochallenge-entry-joshua-tree-storm</guid><category><![CDATA[photography]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 27 Aug 2016 02:36:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZY8A4yNzXbnGF775AseSi?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nocturnal Miami]]></title><description><![CDATA[I do love night photography, it is always a bit more difficult to get right. Here is one of my favorite shots of Miami. Enjoy! Follow me on Facebook]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/nocturnal-miami</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/nocturnal-miami</guid><category><![CDATA[photography]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2016 22:37:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZXoUg1TGG7qqBCnys56Yn?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[A recent one with cool new software]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here's one I did recently, I got a new HDR software, it's really cool! It's called AuroraHDR by Macphun software. They are releasing a new version soon and it will be for Windows as well. Can't wait for]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/a-recent-one-with-cool-new-software</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/a-recent-one-with-cool-new-software</guid><category><![CDATA[photography]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 20 Aug 2016 22:25:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZXrRLhKyYmL8L5fBnZX3k?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oldie but goodie]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is an old shot of mine, but still one of my favorites. This is the Griffith Observatory, a staple in Los Angeles tourism. It had a major renovation a few years back and there was a lot more exhibits]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/oldie-but-goodie</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/oldie-but-goodie</guid><category><![CDATA[photography]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:00:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZXqFd9BWSnbPL3EFQt94r?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[This is one of the promo shots for a project of mine]]></title><description><![CDATA[As many of you know, I'm not only a photographer but a recording engineer and musician as well. I have been working on a project for a while now, and we just recently released our first single.  Check]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/this-is-one-of-the-promo-shots-for-a-project-of-mine</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/this-is-one-of-the-promo-shots-for-a-project-of-mine</guid><category><![CDATA[photography]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2016 20:57:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZXpWzWdBJPNoX4QG1yDdp?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[My version of the legendary bridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[I've been to San Francisco a few times, I've tried to get some good shots of the golden gate bridge quite a few times. This is my favorite one so far. I'd love to go more often and shoot a bunch, there]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/my-version-of-the-legendary-bridge</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/my-version-of-the-legendary-bridge</guid><category><![CDATA[photography]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2016 08:10:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZXpDKXSXTGBtn3T8NtFUi?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[I suppose I do a lot of sunset shots]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here is a cool one from the PCH. Enjoy!]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/i-suppose-i-do-a-lot-of-sunset-shots</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/i-suppose-i-do-a-lot-of-sunset-shots</guid><category><![CDATA[photography]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2016 20:21:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZXp9EjXPppttkmJ1ivrQv?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deep dark secrets of the recording industry - part 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[I have been fortunate enough to work in some of the top studios of the world. I have worked with many famous artists, I have seen and worked on many interesting sessions. I would like to share some of]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/music/@brendandekora/deep-dark-secrets-of-the-recording-industry-part-1</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/music/@brendandekora/deep-dark-secrets-of-the-recording-industry-part-1</guid><category><![CDATA[music]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 14 Aug 2016 20:55:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZXoUfz8tRnCC1FazcDeFQ?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[The best methods for shooting and processing panoramas]]></title><description><![CDATA[I have been doing panoramas for a while now, since before they implemented the feature in the iPhone. I was honestly a bit upset when they did, because I would spend hours shooting and processing panoramas,]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/the-best-methods-for-shooting-and-processing-panoramas</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/the-best-methods-for-shooting-and-processing-panoramas</guid><category><![CDATA[photography]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 14 Aug 2016 19:56:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZXoUfz8vg6Yk9uerVfL1k?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mixing Trick]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is a trick that is somewhat well known, but not often used. Say you have a snare that wasn't recorded with a bottom mic, or the snare you have doesn't have enough snare rattle...  This is the]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/music/@brendandekora/mixing-trick</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/music/@brendandekora/mixing-trick</guid><category><![CDATA[music]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 14 Aug 2016 03:26:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZY9LGb4Keih4CuPZNiHqG?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[I don't usually do portraits, but sometimes I experiment with it]]></title><description><![CDATA[Landscapes are fun, but sometimes portraits can be really fun too. I do enjoy using flashes to dial in exactly what I want. This shot had four lights total, one main softbox, two side/hair lights (but]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/i-don-t-usually-do-portraits-but-sometimes-i-experiment-with-it</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/i-don-t-usually-do-portraits-but-sometimes-i-experiment-with-it</guid><category><![CDATA[photography]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 14 Aug 2016 02:45:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZY9LBsTCvuvTwCLKTSTti?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[The perfect moment]]></title><description><![CDATA[This building is across the street from my work. I see this every day, but one morning, there was a bit of fog that hadn't burned off yet. I happened to have my camera with me so I got some shots. I purposely]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/the-perfect-moment</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/the-perfect-moment</guid><category><![CDATA[photography]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 13 Aug 2016 20:57:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZY9GXHzc3ffJyRt3T94K8?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[When to book a studio]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many people record in home studios and budget setups. While big studios are a luxury that is out of reach for many, there are always affordable studios that can maximize your time and effort over working]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/music/@brendandekora/when-to-book-a-studio</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/music/@brendandekora/when-to-book-a-studio</guid><category><![CDATA[music]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2016 21:23:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZY8tnS6uzV3fb2Noz4s98?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[HDR tip]]></title><description><![CDATA[I love HDR photography, almost all of my shots are some sort of HDR. I have found there are certainly good and bad ways of using it. I'd like to share some of my experience with it.  First and foremost]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/hdr-tip</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/hdr-tip</guid><category><![CDATA[photography]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2016 20:51:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZY8tnLdkmoSL74XX92iYv?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Rare Sight]]></title><description><![CDATA[I was thrilled when I got the chance to go on the roof of the Capitol Tower. I have a friend that used to be a head honcho there and he arranged a trip to the roof. I had to be accompanied by a security]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/a-rare-sight</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/a-rare-sight</guid><category><![CDATA[photography]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2016 07:38:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZY8XoowrMS3R7wBLzrwn6?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Monica tour]]></title><description><![CDATA[I live in Santa Monica, so I realized that I have quite a few shots around town. Here's a little tour! The first shot above is from the entrance to the pier, I purposefully pushed this one harder in the]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/santa-monica-tour</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/photography/@brendandekora/santa-monica-tour</guid><category><![CDATA[photography]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[brendandekora]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2016 20:12:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/o1AJ9qDyyJNSg3j52kokyfvD831NZY8E9j4fuYnf6wCBBc2vi?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item></channel></rss>