This osprey photography opportunity was kind of a bonus. Well, maybe a big bonus. I went out the the Bubbling Ponds by the Fish Hatchery in Page Springs, AZ to kill a little time. I met a previously unknown to me fellow photographer and his wife and shared some stories.
My last article on Sandhill Cranes at Whitewater concentrated on low light in friendlier situations. Before dawn and after sunset, the cranes are quite active coming and going. ISO needs to be cranked up to attain images. This article is geared toward capturing behavior of our avian friends in friendlier
Familiar areas can yield stronger landscape photos when you continually explore possibilities. Cathedral Rock on Oak Creek in Sedona, Arizona is a favorite location. It is ever changing as it is on the creek which can rage at times scrubbing the banks of trees and moving rocks and boulders. In
June 15, 2024 was North American Nature Photography Association’s (NANPA) Nature Photography Day. Out I went to partake. My location was Oak Creek in Sedona, AZ. Here are my results of enjoying nature and exploring features on my OM System OM1 camera. ICM (a.k.a. Intentional Camera Movement) Intentional camera movement
June 15 has been christened Nature Photography Day. North American Nature Photographers Association, (NANPA) is promoting getting out in nature, making some photos and sharing them with the hashtag #NaturePhotographyDay. It’s a great idea anytime, but occasionally, it’s good to get a reminder and a boot in the butt to
Nature photography is a captivating pursuit, allowing us to capture the breathtaking beauty and intricate details of the natural world. While prime lenses have their place, zoom lenses offer a distinct set of advantages for nature photographers of all levels. Here are reasons why a zoom lens deserves a spot
As a Samsung fan, I took my Samsung S21 Ultra to Iceland as my primary means of photography. Since Iceland features nearly every natural wonder one can think of, I thought it would be a good test for the phone. For those unfamiliar with the S21 Ultra, it features five
Like many, I find nature photography enjoyable and a fantastic hobby. It’s easy to overthink this style of photography and put unnecessary stress on yourself. We all know what we tell ourselves: “I’ve got to make sure I’m setup on this mountaintop for magic hour, I’ve gotta book three days
In “The Art of Landscape Photography,” host Vanelli, Skylum’s Director of Education, introduces viewers to Gina Yeo. Gina is a passionate Canadian landscape photographer who loves teaching and capturing nature’s beauty. Gina shares her systematic approach to landscape photography. She highlights the crucial importance of preparation, including equipment readiness and
When I saw this Eastern King bird I knew I wanted to make him pop against the tall grasses once I uploaded the file. I was so lucky that I ended up with him as sharp as I did because the wind was whipping quite a bit that day. First
Whale watching and capturing their majestic beauty through the lens has always held a special place on my bucket list. It was an opportunity that I couldn’t pass up during my recent journey to Hervey Bay, Queensland, Australia, a renowned haven for avid whale enthusiasts. As I said, whale watching
The days are getting shorter, the evenings possibly cooler and the colors are starting to change. These are sure signs that fall is on its way. It’s such a beautiful time of year to get the camera out. So how do you go about editing your Fall photos so your
