Monthly Archives: March 2018
6 Creative Composition Techniques to Boost Your Images
I am a huge fan of the Canadian rock band Barenaked Ladies. They were very popular in the 2000s and their songs were creative, fun and edgy. They also came up with a children’s album called Snacktime and it was … Continue reading
Wide-Angle Versus Telephoto Lenses for Landscape Photography
When you arrive at a beautiful scene, open your camera bag, and reach in to pick out a lens for landscape photography, which one do you usually choose and why? A mid-range focal length lens, say between 35mm and 70mm, … Continue reading
Canon EOS 80D DSLR Camera – $639.99 Shipped (Compare at $999.00)
For a very limited time, use coupon code PSPRING20 ($ 100.00 off) during checkout at eBay (via 6ave – 98.7% Positive feedback) to get the Canon EOS 80D DSLR Camera for $ 639.99 with free shipping. Compare at $ 999.00. … Continue reading
How to Become a Self-Employed Photographer Infographic
Like many photographers, you’ve probably dreamed of quitting your job and going pro. But what does that really take? And how do you get started? This handy infographic is a jumping off point for becoming a self-employed photographer: How to … Continue reading
What to Bring to Photograph a Wedding Besides Your Photo Gear
Our main job as wedding photographers is to create beautiful images for our clients. But our job is also to provide a phenomenal customer service experience from beginning to end. Throughout the last decade as a wedding photographer, I’ve developed … Continue reading
Long Exposure Photography 201 – How to Edit a Long Exposure Seascape
In case you missed it, in an earlier article I introduced you to the 101’s of Long Exposure Photography, provided a checklist of the essential equipment, and detailed the exact steps to follow so you can capture a long exposure … Continue reading
Used Gitzo GT3532 Mountaineer Series 3 Carbon Fiber Tripod (9) – $719.50 Shipped (Compare at $899.88)
B&H has the Used Gitzo GT3532 Mountaineer Series 3 Carbon Fiber Tripod (Condition: 9) available for $ 719.50 with free expedited shipping. Compare at $ 899.88. Product Highlights Load Capacity: 46.3 lb Max Height: 63.4″ Min Height: 6.3″ … Continue reading
My First Time Shooting Infrared Photography
Up until a few months ago, my only experience with infrared photography was through the work of Minor White and a few other photographers that shoot masterful infrared photographs. Their images were dreamy scenes with glowing trees that completely transformed … Continue reading
How to Use a Neutral Density Filter for Dynamic Landscape Photography
Neutral density filters are used to block some of the light coming into the lens so that we can have longer exposure times than the available light would allow without the filter. For landscape photography, neutral density filters are indispensable. … Continue reading
Things People Say to Photographers – What Have You Heard?
If you’re in the photography business you’ve likely heard some pretty outrageous comments made by clients. In these three videos let’s have a humorous look at things clients say to photographers. Remember this is all in fun, and we, as … Continue reading
Announcement: Strobist Full-Day Shooting Workshop, June 7th in Washington, DC
Just a quick heads-up that I’ll be teaching a small-class lighting workshop in Washington, DC this June 7th. It is part of the Focus on the Story International Photo Festival being held June 7-10. This class is small — a … Continue reading