There Are No Magic Camera Settings: Learn to Read the Scene Instead

Spend enough time searching for photography advice online and eventually you will run across an article promising the best camera settings for whatever you happen to be photographing. There are best settings for football, concerts, sunsets, portraits, wildlife, indoor sports, and just about every other subject that can be placed in front of a camera. I understand why these articles […]

The Secret to Finding Your Photography Style Is Doing Less

Spend enough time around photographers and you’ll begin to notice a familiar pattern. The photographer who once couldn’t wait to get out and shoot starts spending more time researching gear than using it. A new lens arrives in the mail. A few weeks later, it’s a set of macro tubes. Then comes a flash modifier that promised beautiful soft light, […]

Do You Really Need to Go to School for Photography?

There’s no shortage of photography knowledge out there. From the countless tutorials on YouTube to detailed blog posts like the ones right here, you could spend a lifetime learning about aperture, shutter speed, and sensor sizes — all without ever stepping foot in a classroom. With so many free and low-cost resources available online, it’s fair to ask: does it […]

I’m ready for a full frame camera! or am I?

You have been shooting for a while, but you feel like purchasing a full frame camera will catapult your work from amateur status to pro. Are you ready for a full frame camera? What are the benefits of taking the plunge to purchase that super sweet new gear? Let’s talk about it… Starting out Most photographers these days start out […]