Does shutter speed matter for landscapes?
Most landscape photography takes place on a tripod so that we can get the sharpest image possible no matter what the situation is. As a fine-art landscape photographer, I’ve taken photos at every time of day, and have probably used every single shutter speed available. With a lot of persistence and practice, I’ve learned exactly […]
Watermarks don’t stop photo theft — here’s why I use them anyway
Image theft is a big issue online. Sites like Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and even Google make it easy to discover and download images online. And if that happens to your photo, someone can use it on their website for commercial reasons without you ever knowing about it. So should you be thinking about using […]
6 proven ways to create stunning winter landscapes
When this article is published in my part of the world, there’s only going to be another one or two months of winter left — depending on the groundhog, of course. That means it’s crunch time to get those stunning winter landscapes until they’re inaccessible. Especially come shoulder season, there are a lot more safety […]
9 ways to create sharper night photographs
Taking photographs at night is no easy task. Camera sensors require a lot of light to be able to spot the micro-contrast between elements in the frame. Without light, the sensor in your camera won’t know where to tell your camera lens where to focus, you’ll often result in dark, grainy, and out-of-focus images. In […]
5 Questions when Buying a Used Camera
When people are first getting into photography, most people stay away from used cameras and lenses. And I totally understand why. These are precision instruments, and if something goes wrong, the item can be almost a total loss. As with everything on the used market, it’s buyer beware. That said, almost every piece of photography […]
How I photographed this charging grizzly bear
It takes a lot of work to get a perfect wildlife photograph. This is by far the hardest form of photography — it takes time, knowledge, money, and specialized equipment to get it all just right. I’ve been camping and hiking in the backcountry since I was a teenager. And I’ve learned how to navigate […]
4 Ways to Balance Your Photographs
I look for symmetry in everything. If you look at my photographs, this is one of the most distinctive styles that I use in just about every composition. And it’s because I, like most people, enjoy the look of a balanced photograph. A balanced photograph is when there is an equal presence on the left […]
3 Tests for buying high-quality used lenses
Buying used lenses can be a great way to save money. New professional-quality glass is often as expensive, or sometimes cost more than the camera body itself. So buying them on the used marketplaces can be a really tempting way to save a couple of dollars. The great thing about buying lenses used is that […]
Getting rid of GAS: Gear Acquisition Syndrome
I’ve been asking this for years — why the heck do photographers have so much GAS these days? If you haven’t heard of it, GAS is Gear Acquisition Syndrome. For new photographers, this can be absolutely debilitating. I remember back when I was first starting out, I lusted so hard after all the latest and […]
Building an ergonomic photo editing workspace
Desk ergonomics is extremely important when you’re editing photographs. Many modern-day computers are designed for portability, but not for use over a long period of time. And when you’re learning how to use Lightroom and Photoshop, it’s not uncommon to sit behind the computer for longer than 2 hours working on photographs. If that time […]
Mirrorless or DSLRs for Landscape Photography?
This is a topic that comes up all the time on my Facebook Group: should I upgrade to a mirrorless camera for landscape photography? In some cases, new mirrorless cameras are making amazing waves in the photography industry. They’re the top of the line cameras with the best in class autofocus, sensor stabilization, fast frame […]
5 Ways to get back into photography after taking a break
Everyone has to take a break at some time. All photographers, myself included, go through periods where they love photography, and times when a camera feels more like a burden than a method of self-expression. Taking a break from photography is normal, and I’m only able to write this article for you today because I’ve […]
