It’s been said that every writer creates the world in their fiction, even if it’s not science-fiction, for their characters to explore. Photographers can do the same thing. I’ve always been a fan of science-fiction and fantasy in all its … Continued
So, as promised, or threatened, this month I’ve got nothing but photography posts for you on Friday. Two weeks ago, I mentioned how I wanted to do more portrait work and gave you a link to a portrait cropping guide. … Continued
Cool light techniques. I love doing tricky things in camera. Look, I work with software all day long at my regular gig, so when I get home, I don’t really want to spend hours and hours working with Photoshop to … Continued
More photography links this month. I started this blog, and this entire website, to highlight things I enjoy, things that give me life. I meant that to be writing and photography, and maybe a little spirituality lightly sprinkled through all … Continued
“Two is one and one is none” – Navy SEAL training slogan In my other life, I work with data. Lots and lots of data. All of it is what’s called “mission critical”. In other words, if any of it … Continued
One of the many things I love about photography is its ability to shift my perspective. But, sometimes, I need to adjust the perspective of my photographs! I take a lot of different kinds of photos. Mostly, I take candid … Continued
I really need to start generating original content instead of posting links to someone else’s work. I’ll get on that Real Soon Now, but in the mean time, I’m going to continue the way I’ve been going. So, as anyone … Continued
Really, it’s about dust and keeping it out of your camera, but, let’s be honest, that really is the biggest issue in keeping your camera clean. As part of their “photography 101” series, The Photo Argus recently ran a story … Continued
Specifically, Creativity Exercises for Photographers. One of my “problems”, it seems these days, is “inspiration”. I know, it’s kind of a classic “champagne problem”, as a friend of mine calls them. I work a day job that pays for, well, … Continued
What do YOU consider “essential gear” on a photo shoot? I’ll be honest, most of the time, I’m shooting it’s usually a pretty “run and gun” affair while out interacting with the public. People generally refer to that as “street … Continued