Earlier this year, we introduced the revolutionary 7” camera-top monitor from Marshall Electronics, the leader in video imaging components. This opened exciting in-roads to the world of still image capture with our affordable monitor kit, complete with multiple power options, table stand, sun shield and a variety of cables for operation. Response to the new monitor has been exceptional from professionals with years of image capture experience via tiny view finders and small camera monitors. This new component naturally expedites image capture, as well as real-time viewing of captured images.

It didn’t take long, once the popular monitors began to establish their place in the field for Texas-based Albertex Photography to develop the innovative Bird’s Eye View technique. Now professional photographers can easily offer beautiful portraits from a high vantage point above their subjects by simply mounting their camera on top of a monopod and tethering the 7” monitor for eye-level viewing to capture the images. No more ladders or climbing! “Keep your feet on the ground, with your eyes in the sky for a Bird’s Eye View of your subject,” smiled Bill Vahrenkamp. “This technique opens up a whole new world of image capture.”

Tanya Vahrenkamp is excited about the implication this new accessory has to her wedding portrait business. “We recently added imageTech’s photo booth option to our wedding and event business, and thought it was our revolution of the year. Now that we have the Marshall monitor, the opportunity for image capture is completely endless for any type of photography.”

Passionate photographers will go to any length to capture their vision. Cj Wilson remembers climbing the creaking stairs to an old church attic to capture a unique image of the bride and groom in front of a high stained glass window. The idea could have been devastating as the rickety old folding chair on which she was standing collapsed, injuring her ankle. “I photographed the entire wedding in pain because the show must go on!” Cj recalls. “If only I had the Marshall Monitor.”

imageTech owner, Doug Schirripa says we are just scratching the surface of what the external monitor will mean to sports and event photographers, as well as other categories such as journalism, nature, forensics, etc. For minimal investment, customers are emerging with unique image capture options. For some, it’s a major edge over the competition, both in speed and variety of image capture as well as added creativity in portrait photography. “Things are looking up for more profits,” says witty Schirripa.

Order your “Bird’s Eye View” kit today ~ 888.359.2521 or 714.349.9311 or talk with one of imageTech’s professional consultants to discuss specific applications.