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How to Get this Shot – Polar Bears Sparring
Capturing wildlife behaviors and action in your nature photography can be one of the most thrilling things to do with a camera (ok, so I’m a little biased). And when…
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How to Get this Shot – Desert Dune of Namibia
Namibia’s desert ecosystem is typified by color, contrast, and size. But what makes it really stand out is the expanse of the color and contrast that is before you. Massive…
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Harnessing the Power of “P” Mode on your Digital Camera
Do you predominantly shoot on full-auto but yearn to advance in your photographic journey? If so, I’ve got the perfect next-step for you. Today we’re talking about moving off of…
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How to Capture the Colors of Canyon Country
The colorful landscapes of the American Southwest are nothing short of jaw-dropping. It’s hard to believe that different concentrations of iron can yield such dramatic scenes! Well, the iron plus…
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Playing with Light while Photographing Polar Bears
Let’s face it, the tundra can look like a bleak place. It’s somewhat of an arctic desert, in fact. However, these types of landscapes lend themselves very well for the…
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3 Key Camera Settings for Desert & Canyons Photography
The national parks of the Southwestern US are no doubt a treasure. They’re endlessly photogenic, extremely accessible, and right in our (sorta) backyard. While many of these places, like Bryce…
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How to get this shot – Arctic Sunset
Sunsets are fantastic no matter where in the world you get to see them. However, a blazing glow of red, purple, and orange when in the arctic just has something extra-special…
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How to Get this Shot – Grand Canyon of Yellowstone
In the world of adventure and nature photography, capturing the most stunning destinations in all their glory is of prime importance. Whether it’s the extraordinary waterfalls of Costa Rica, the…
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Tips for Photographing Wild Tigers in India
India offers something that few other places and the world can even come close to—photographing the largest of the world’s big cats, of course! While tigers are found elsewhere in…
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Landscape Photography tips for the Deserts of the American Southwest
The “canyon country” of the Western US is simply magical. Not only does it have some of the most magnificent, grand scenery, but it’s also surprisingly diverse in terms of…
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How to get this shot – Golden Arctic
There’s something immensely captivating about the arctic landscape. I’m not sure if it’s the stark barrenness, how remarkably flat the tundra is, the unique look the wind-battered spruce trees give,…
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Video Tutorial – White Balance is a Big Deal
Photography is a celebration and portrayal of light. We want to photograph in the best light to get amazing colors, right? Well then why do most folks let their camera…