Are you looking for some creative outside-the-box locations for your photoshoots this fall? Here are some ideas that are perhaps a little more unconventional. You might think on the surface they are relatively ordinary, but sometimes it pays to take that extra creative step. The hills Have you ever slept
Sometimes, the best laid plans of mice and men do not pan out. Wanted to capture some new dragonfly photos. That didn’t quite work out. But I did put together a water lily image that I ended up liking. This is a theme I seem to revisit quite often in
Capturing the perfect photograph is an art form that hinges on a multitude of factors, with one of the most critical being shutter speed. Whether you’re a budding photographer seeking to master your camera or a seasoned pro looking to refine your skills, understanding how to choose the right shutter
If you’re feeling frustrated composing street photos with your 28mm lens, you’re not alone. And if you’ve ever wondered why, today’s featured video from photography educator Gil Kreslavsky offers some answers, plus a tried and tested framework to work with it. While 28mm is one of the recommended focal lengths for street photography,
Tamron 16-30mm F/2.8 G2 for Sony E-mount: lightweight, ultra-wide zoom offering sharp optics, fast AF, compact design, ideal for travel & landscapes. Tamron 16-30mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (E-mount) — Key features Tamron 16-30mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (E-mount) — Overview I borrowed the new 16-30mm wide-angle lens
New to street photography? One of the first few things you’ll learn is using the right focal length for the scene you’re photographing. Among the most popular is 35mm, which is ideal for capturing more of the setting to add more context to your street snaps. But some photographers prefer
Shooting in bright sunlight can be one of the most frustrating challenges for photographers. The harsh light often blows out highlights, flattens shadows, and leaves distracting glare bouncing off every surface. But with the right tools, you can turn that intense light into your friend instead of your enemy. One
This is part of an ongoing assignment from Dr. T at Platypod. We reviewed ideas in the book, Light, Science and Magic by Fil Hunter and Paul Fuqua to share. Here is a way to add nice soft specular and shape forming light patterns. Here’s a link to the article
In case you missed it, exciting upgrades are on the way for Luminar Neo users. In November 2025, Skylum will be releasing the first phase of the Luminar Ecosystem. This coincides with the availability of Luminar Neo across all major platforms (Android, ChromeOS, and iOS), enabling seamless editing experience and
On my recent trip to the coast, I took along the K&F CONCEPT Magnetic Filter Kit, and it was the perfect chance to test out how well these filters handle long exposure seascapes. Instead of using a single heavy ND, I stacked the CPL with the included ND filters from
Been thinking about a compact camera setup but would rather not buy a new camera? Getting a pancake lens instead would be an easy and maybe even cost-effective solution. Case in point is the Viltrox 28mm f/4.5, which photographer and YouTuber InkaShashinka recently took for a test around the streets of Tokyo. The
Have you been thinking about adding a CPL or ND filter to your kit? Why not check out the K&F CONCEPT Magnetic Filter Kit? I took it on a recent trip, and it was a fabulous addition; fast magnetic swaps, rich colours, glare control and dreamy long exposures. Read the
