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How to Get Sharp Wildlife Photos on Safari
How I Get Sharp Wildlife Photos on Safari Wildlife photography on safari moves fast. During eight days of game drives in Kenya’s Maasai Mara, I
How to Photograph the Northern Lights: Settings and Tips
Shooting the Northern Lights means adjusting as the aurora changes. Here are the camera settings I start with, how I focus, and how I compose the lights as part of the landscape.
How to Tell a Story With Photography
How I Tell a Story With Photography When I think about how to tell a story with photography, I’m not necessarily looking for one dramatic
How to Use a Circular Polarizer Filter in Landscape Photography
How I Use a Circular Polarizing Filter for Landscape Photography A circular polarizing filter is one of those small pieces of camera gear that can
How to Use a Wide-Angle Lens for Landscape Photography
How to Take Better Landscape Photos With a Wide-Angle Lens Wide-angle lenses are some of the lenses I reach for most when I’m shooting landscapes
Blue Hour vs. Golden Hour: When Is the Best Time to Take Photos?
Blue Hour vs. Golden Hour: When Is the Best Time to Take Photos? I almost always prefer shooting during golden hour because I love working
How to Plan a One-Day Landscape Photography Shoot
How to Plan a Landscape Shoot When You Only Have One Day Sometimes travel photography gives you several days to wait for the right conditions.
Camera Body vs. Lens: Which Should You Spend More On?
Camera Body vs. Lens: Which Should You Spend More On? One of the hardest parts of buying camera gear is deciding where your money will
How to Take Better Photos in Harsh Midday Light
How to Take Better Photos in Harsh Midday Light Photographers hear a lot about waiting for golden hour. The light is softer, the shadows are
What Is Texture in Photography? How to Capture It
What Is Texture in Photography? How to Find and Capture It Texture is one of the details that can make a photograph feel more connected
How to Use Color in Landscape Photography Composition
How to Use Color in Landscape Photography Composition Color is one of the first things people notice in a landscape photo, even if they do
How to Use Contrast in Landscape Photography Composition
How to Use Contrast in Landscape Photography Composition Contrast in landscape photography composition is one of the simplest ways to make a photo feel stronger.
How to Create Motion With Long Exposure Photography
How to Create Motion With Long Exposure Photography Long exposure photography is one of my favorite ways to show movement in a landscape photo. Instead
InoKraft Hands-Free Fan Review for Outdoor Photographers
The Piece of Gear I Wish I’d Had in Zion The first time I really understood what heat does to a shoot was on a
Why Do Lightroom Presets Look Different? How to Fix It
Why Lightroom Presets Look Different on Every Photo You apply a Lightroom preset, expect your photo to look like the preview, and then it looks
How to Edit Waterfall Photos in Photoshop and Lightroom
How to Edit Waterfall Photos in Photoshop and Lightroom Waterfall photos are so fun to shoot, but they can be a little tricky to edit.
Reflection Photography Tips for Better Landscape Photos
Reflection Photography Tips for Better Landscape Photos Reflections can make a landscape feel like it has a second life. You are not just photographing the
How to Use Light and Shadow in Landscape Photography Composition
How to Use Light and Shadow in Landscape Photography Composition Light is not just what makes a photo bright enough to see. In landscape photography,
How to Use Triangles in Photography Composition
How to Use Triangles in Photography Composition Triangles are one of those composition tools that are easier to see once you know what to look
How to Use Dynamic Tension in Photography Composition
How to Use Dynamic Tension in Photography Composition Some photos feel calm the second you look at them. Others make your eye move. You notice
How to Plan a One-Day Landscape Photography Shoot
How to Plan a Landscape Shoot When You Only Have One Day Sometimes travel photography gives you several days to wait for the right conditions.
InoKraft Hands-Free Fan Review for Outdoor Photographers
The Piece of Gear I Wish I’d Had in Zion The first time I really understood what heat does to a shoot was on a
Travel Photography Tips for Better Landscape Photos
Travel Photography Tips for Better Landscape Photos Travel photography is one of those things that sounds simple until you are actually in it. You finally
Backpacking to Havasupai: A Nature Lover’s Paradise
Havasupai is nestled within the heart of the Grand Canyon and is truly a treasure that nature lovers and adventure seekers come from all over the world to experience. This blog is your ultimate guide to exploring the stunning landscapes, appreciating the vibrant Native American culture, and unforgettable views that Havasupai has to offer. Photography Guide Included :)
Experiencing Fall Colors: Ultimate Guide to an Autumn Utah Adventure with Tripadvisor
Utah in the fall is like stepping into a living painting, with the amber, crimson, and gold colors all coming to life.
Things to do in San Francisco
San Francisco holds a special place in my heart and my life after living there for 4 years. If you are planning to visit, give yourself a treat and come see my recommendations!
Peru Travel Blog
Peru is an incredible country with so many places to see, it can be overwhelming to decide where you should go! Here is a comprehensive 2 week breakdown to help guide your trip.
My Go To Hiking/Backpacking Gear!
What I use and why I love it! Come see what gear I’ve stuck with through all my outdoor adventures :)