Why your iPhone or Android phone takes better images than a DSLR
The reason many new photographers end up going back to their phones is because of the amount of work required to make a good image with digital photography. So why does it seem like mobile phones capture better images than DSLR cameras? As a general rule, mobile phones are not able to capture higher-quality images […]
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 […]
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 […]
How Telephoto Lenses Create Stunning Landscapes
Landscape photographers love telephoto lenses because they make mountains and hills appear larger in the frame — especially compared to architectural features like castles and villages. Longer focal lengths also isolate subjects, capturing dramatic lighting and textures not possible with wide-angle lenses. A wide-angle lens will capture more of the scene, but what your eyes […]
4 Tips to get Pro Photos Using Beginner Cameras
When I talk to entry-level photographers, the conversations almost always turn to something about gear. And while these conversations somewhat irk me now, there was a time when I was exactly the same. A time when I felt the tools that I had were what held me back the most. In some ways, entry-level gear […]
How to take photographs using manual settings
Taking photographs in manual mode is daunting for many new photographers. That much power is way too scary and often results in underexposed, or blurry images. And I get it, there’s a lot of nuances to wrap your head around! But once you understand how simple the settings are, manual mode will be all you […]
5 Tips for backcountry winter photography
Getting outdoors in the winter takes a special kind of photographer. The best spots are all closed down or require a set of cross country skis or snowshoes to access. And if you’re waiting until the sunset, hiking back home in the dark can be absolutely treacherous if you’re not prepared. But for those seeking […]
5 tips for stunning Northern Lights photographs
Photographing the Northern Lights is an absolute dream for landscape photographers. The vast majority of the world’s population lives too far south to see them. And when they’re most visible, most of the world wants to be inside, huddled around a fire with cocoa. For that reason, and the fact they’re impossible to plan for […]
