How to improve your macro photography in just one month? Simple: Put a macro lens on your camera, leave it there, and shoot every day. Sounds obvious, but it is so true. Shoot every day Even if it’s just five minutes a day, get out and shoot. Shoot inside, outside,
I have been using Adobe Lightroom Classic for years. I’ve even run a few classes each term. I find that there are a few basic tips and tricks that people often forget, or in the whole “trying to teach yourself how to use” mode that get missed. So I put
Luck. We’ve all heard or seen the quote from Thomas Jefferson: ” I’m a great believer in luck, and I find the harder I work the more I have of it.” A good friend of mine kind of gave me a backhanded compliment the other day. You know the kind
Do you ever get a location and the object of your obsession is badly lit? Blown out highlights and crushed black shadows? Sure, you can wing it and hope for the best. But a bit of planning can go a long way to making a great shot. Why bracket at
I’m often asked where I place books in still life photography. Here’s a short look on how to make the most out of your books on set. Why use books? Still life photography is all about capturing stories of everyday life, books fall into that category. Granted with the prevalence
I don’t really like being criticized, I guess few people do. I mean a single criticism can ruin my whole day, even my whole week. Unless you live under a rock, do nothing, say nothing and be nothing, it’s a bit hard to avoid it sometimes. I don’t really like
If you are looking to get into some bird photography, there are certain things you can do to make your life a bit easier. I am not a confirmed twitcher (birder) but I do love to document and capture some of our local characters. It’s not as easy as it
Good, I was hoping the title would grab your attention! If you’re already a serious photographer, great. You will relate to what is being said. If you want to be a serious photographer or you’re curious, my hope is that you find these tips useful. How I used my skills
I made a point in 2019 to take control of my business. I had a great 2018 but I know I can do more — and do better — to reach a higher level of success. Whether it is for your professional life too or for your personal one, these
