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Brimming with interesting tidbits about everything from manipulation software to lenses, Photography 24/7 is a site that inspires people to take their pictures further. Most of the content seems geared towards young photographers looking to break into the industry and photo-fledglings.

Recent features include a spotlight on photographer Tony Sweet, affordable photo editing software, and tricks to handle bad weather on assignment.

What separates this site from many others is that you can feel how excited the writer is about photography. The tone is downright giddy when a new product goes for a test drive and the Tony Sweet interview sounded nearly awestruck.  I say passion and quality content make this site certifiably awesome.

During the PhotoPlus Expo, I had time to catch up with Jeremy Yokota from Lowepro. He gave me the rundown on their newest bags. With hidden pockets full of all weather covers, detachable hard cases, hideaway straps, and ultra-durable pockets, these bags are as useful as they are stylish. With a lifetime guarantee, how can you go wrong?

There were a few bags in particular that caught my eye.

1. Versapack 200 AW

It looks like a stylish backpack, with the normal features to store pens and stray articles of clothing or water bottles. However, the bottom is a compartment made specifically to protect your DSLR and lenses. You can even access them without taking it off.

Don't just take my word for it — here, Jeremy gives us a demonstration.

A big thanks to David Hyde of DavidTheDesigner for fighting his cold to answer some questions for a big fan!

Lydia Slavutin: Why did you decide to start davidthedesigner.com?

This week's interview is with Emily Johnston from Material Girls. Johnston is the founder, executive editor and Dallas contributor.

Lydia Slavutin:  Why did you decide to start/become involved with Material Girls?

Each week ZIO asks a different musician the same 11 questions via email. Visit Zoom In Music weekly for a new installment or subscribe to the RSS feed.

This blog post was submitted by Max Willens, ZIO's Music Channel Assistant.

Imagine for a moment that one of your all-time favorite rap groups got back together, and held a live press conference where fans got to ask the questions.

What would you ask, given this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity?

This week's interview is with a collective team from Remodelista: Sourcebook for the Considered Home.

This blog was contributed by Design Channel Assistant Lydia Slavutin

Each week ZIO asks a different musician the same 11 questions via email. Visit Zoom In Music weekly for a new installment or subscribe to the RSS feed.