The Tools of a Master

PEOPLE OFTEN ASK ME what kind of equipment I use to photograph celebrities. After all, these people -- and their management -- are uncompromising when it comes to what they want. And rightly so. Famous people's livelihoods depend, to a large extent, on their public personas. That means there is no room for error in what I do.

I've always been brand loyal to Nikon. They simply make the best photographic equipment -- and my job requires that I use the best.

The best camera out there now -- according to me, of course -- is the Nikon D2Xs. 12.4 megapixels. CMOS image sensor. Speeds up to 5 fps. LCD display with 170 degree wideangle viewing. OH MY!

If you're just getting into photography, a great camera is the Coolpix P4. It's 8 million megapixels, which is pa-lenty! for 99% of the population. Plus, it's compact and easy to use. It's got a 2.5 inch LCD and a vibration reduction feature that minimizes the effects of camera shake.

If you just want to capture the family vacation on digital, then go with something like the Coolpix L2.

For the full range of Nikon cameras and other goodies, log on to: www.nikonusa.com.

The bottom line with shooting is to get the right lighting, really dial into the essence of what you want in the picture, take a lot of shots and shoot from the heart.

Sounds like a recipe for success.

OH MY!