• Cart
  • Checkout
  • My Account

Infrared Conversions, IR Modifications & Photography Tutorials | Life Pixel IR

The world leader in infrared conversions, modifications & DIY IR conversion tutorials. Scratched sensor replacement, UV & Full spectrum conversions.

The world leader in infrared camera conversions

866.610.1710
  • Home
  • → Start Here ←
    • 1 – Introduction
    • 2 – Filter Choices
    • 3 – Focus Calibration
    • 4 – Lens Considerations
    • 5 – Camera Considerations
    • 6 – Start Shopping
  • Galleries
    • Infrared Photography
    • Infrared Time Lapse
    • Infrared Cinematography
    • Infrared Stop Motion
    • Ultraviolet Photography
    • Forensic Photography
  • Education
    • Training Sessions
    • How To Shoot Infrared
    • AR Coated Infrared Filters
    • Lens Hot Spot Database
    • Photoshop Video Tutorials
    • Infrared Issues & Solutions
    • IR Basics in Photoshop
    • Camera Quick Start Guide
    • DIY Conversion Tutorials
    • IR Photography Primer
    • Secondhand Cameras
    • Wall Of Shame
  • Workshops
  • FAQ
  • Blog
    • Tutorials
    • Inspiration
    • Locations
    • Gear
    • News
    • Other
  • Why Choose LifePixel?
    • Submit Your Review
  • Contact
  • Shop

OMG, That’s Frightening!

Share
Pin
Tweet
Email
Share

A photograph is truly worth a thousand words especially when it is a UV reflectance photo!

boyuv

memuv scottalena

OMG, that’s frightening! Our motto is to prevent skin cancer one child at a time and not to make the sun the enemy. However, UV reflectance photography provides a powerful personal snapshot of pigment change related to sun exposure. Because the camera system shows melanin deposits not visible to the naked eye it raises awareness about sun damage and the importance of sun protection.

quincy high girls uv

For over a decade, we have used UV reflectance photography in our SunAWARE Program to educate children about skin cancer prevention. Children can clearly visualize their own skin and determine if they have sun damage. We remind children that they are not born with freckles but rather a genetic predisposition to develop freckling. We stress that melanin deposits develop at sites of excess sun exposure. Younger children are taught that they need to give extra special attention to all areas where they have freckles. With older children, we educate them that freckles are a sign of sun damage and imparts an increased risk for skin cancer. We use this technology to drive home the importance of sun protection. Sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and shade protect the skin and prevent further damage.

Our System

Our very affordable and effective camera systems includes a newer model DSLR reflex camera adapted for UV reflectance photography by Life Pixel. We use the video mode for the demonstration and mount an 8-inch monitor on the hot shoe for enhanced viewing. Outdoors direct sunlight provides enough UV for imaging. For indoor programs, we use black lights for our UV light source. They are available online or at party stores. The black lights work by eliminating visible light while transmitting UV light. We position the black lights on either side of the subject.

uv cameras pa event

Another benefit to UV reflectance photography is that it allows us to demonstrate proper sunscreen application. Chemical sunscreens absorb the UV rays they appear black on the skin. We provide the child with sunscreen and ask them to apply it and then evaluate their application. We then ask them to look in the camera to see if they have missed any spots. Areas along the hairline, around the eyes, or rims of ears are common spots that people miss when applying sunscreen. We also demonstrate that sunscreens with physical blockers, titanium dioxide or zinc oxide makes their skin look lighter because they work by reflecting UV radiation away from the skin.

With skin cancer increasing faster than any other cancer in the U.S. and one person dying every hour from the disease, our hope is that we can provide children and the people who care for them with a simple lesson about personal risk and proper sun protection.

  • Latest Articles
  • Author Bio
Maryellen Maguire-Eisen

Latest articles by Maryellen Maguire-Eisen (see all articles)

  • OMG, That’s Frightening! - December 12, 2016
Maryellen Maguire-Eisen

Maryellen Maguire-Eisen

Maryellen Maguire-Eisen RN, MSN
Children’s Melanoma Prevention Foundation
www.melanomaprevention.org


See All Articles by Maryellen Maguire-Eisen
Share
Pin
Tweet
Email
Share

Related Posts

  • The tribal world of Guizhou captured with digital infrared
    The tribal world of Guizhou captured with digital infrared
  • Beautiful short film with infrared footage
    Beautiful short film with infrared footage
  • Artist Profile – Jane Linders
    Artist Profile – Jane Linders
  • Infrared Wedding Photography
    Infrared Wedding Photography

Filed Under: Inspiration

Comments

  1. Olaf Boender says

    December 17, 2016 at 1:51 pm

    Hi, Which uv-bandpass filter are you using? A friend of mine has skin cancer, would that show in the photo’s? And what would that look like?
    Keep up the great work you do!
    Olaf Boender
    The Netherlands

    Reply
    • Daniel Malkin says

      December 27, 2016 at 2:49 pm

      Hi Olaf, Our UV bandpass filters are custom made and are comprised of a fused silica substrate that are externally coated and have a transmittance of over 99% from 360-400nm. Essentially, people look like the people in the video in the link below with one of our UV conversions so it shows skin damage very well.

      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9BqrSAHbTc

      Reply

Comments

  1. Olaf Boender says

    December 17, 2016 at 1:51 pm

    Hi, Which uv-bandpass filter are you using? A friend of mine has skin cancer, would that show in the photo’s? And what would that look like?
    Keep up the great work you do!
    Olaf Boender
    The Netherlands

    Reply
    • Daniel Malkin says

      December 27, 2016 at 2:49 pm

      Hi Olaf, Our UV bandpass filters are custom made and are comprised of a fused silica substrate that are externally coated and have a transmittance of over 99% from 360-400nm. Essentially, people look like the people in the video in the link below with one of our UV conversions so it shows skin damage very well.

      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9BqrSAHbTc

      Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

You have to agree to the comment policy.

Blog Topics

  • Tutorials
  • Inspiration
  • Locations
  • Gear
  • News
  • Other/Misc

What our customers say:

Life Pixel has been a life-changer for me. Continue reading
Eric GConnecticut
Read more reviews
I am more than satisfied with the service I received Continue reading
Christopher JCanada
Read more reviews
I am more than pleased with the conversion job that you did Continue reading
LOUIS MWaco, Texas
Read more reviews
I am VERY impressed with his knowledge of your products and his patience in explaining it to a novice like me. Continue reading
Lynn FEssex, Maryland
Read more reviews
Things will only get better from here thanks to all of you. Continue reading
Phillip FRedding, California
Read more reviews
The Lifepixel newsletter reminds me of not having expressed my gratitude for the excellent job you made. Continue reading
Michael GGermany
Read more reviews
Your staff went above and beyond the call of duty to make sure everything was handled in an excellent manner. Continue reading
Paige RPearland, Texas
Read more reviews
It has given my old camera a new life, I will enjoy using it again. Continue reading
William PAustralia
Read more reviews
Excellent service and the camera works just great Continue reading
Hans FairhurstAustralia
Read more reviews
I just got my converted camera back from you guys. THANK YOU!!!! Continue reading
Anne CutlerForest Knolls, CA
Read more reviews
infrared_filter_choices_sidebar
ir_conversions_explained_sidebar
----------- Watch More Videos -----------
infrared_quick_start_guide

Ready to start shooting Infrared?

Convert My Camera

Subscribe To Our Newsletter

Receive updates, tips, cool tutorials, free stuff and special discounts.

Learn the Basics

  • Video
  • Start Here
  • Filter Choices
  • Focus Calibration
  • Lens Considerations
  • Camera Considerations
  • Place Your Conversion Order

Resources

  • Galleries
  • Lens Hot Spot Database
  • IR Tutorials
  • FAQ
  • Infrared Filter Choices
  • Infrared Photography Guide
  • Infrared DIY Tutorials

Company

  • Why Choose Us
  • Get In Contact
  • Job Openings
  • Write For Us
  • Affiliate Program
  • Terms of Use
  • Privacy Policy
  • Home
  • Start Here
  • Galleries
  • Tutorials
  • FAQ
  • Blog
  • Why Choose LifePixel?
  • Shop
  • Contact

Copyright © 2023 Life Pixel Infrared - All rights reserved - LifePixel Infrared Photography IR Conversion, Modification & Scratched Sensor Repair