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In the Caribbean Sea just south of Cuba is the island of Hispaniola. The island contains the nation of Haiti and the Dominican Republic. While I can’t suggest visiting Haiti, the Dominican Republic is a tropical paradise. For a photographer, it’s a dream come true. For an infrared photographer even more so. Super Color Infrared […]
The Cumberland Island Workshop 2022 Located off the coast of St. Marys, Georgia is the barrier island, Cumberland Island. Cumberland Island is approximately 16 miles long and at the widest point, it is 3 miles wide. image courtesy of the Parks Service Since 1972, the island has been a National Park known for its beautiful […]
I love the look of long-exposure photography. You can create a different look and feel to a scene. Long-exposure Infrared images are possible, with the right preparation and gear. Let’s go through some simple steps to getting a great long exposure Infrared image. #1. Get a good tripod. Over the past few years, the quality […]
I hate winter, ….. hate it. For me as an artist, it is the most depressing, discouraging time. I don’t like the cold and find it hard to see the beauty in everything being …dead. I’ve felt this way for years and have spent plenty of winters with my camera not getting much use. I’ve […]
Like most photographers, I love black-and-white infrared images. There is a purity and intensity to a well-crafted monochrome image, and there are many software options out there to help convert an image to black-and-white. In my experience, the best way to convert an infrared image to monochrome is a method that gives me the most […]
As Canon moved forward with their R series mirrorless cameras, they have been releasing more and more of their RF mount lenses. One of the latest is the RF 16mm f2.8 STM lens. I jumped on the pre-order for this lens and was lucky enough to receive the lens two weeks ago. I held off […]
Recently while online I came across a device that really caught my eye. It is an adapter ring allowing an old Canon FD film lens to be connected to a Canon RF mount. For some people that may seem strange, but I immediately knew I had to have it, and the best part is the […]
Super color Infrared is by far our most popular Infrared conversion because it offers such a wide range of options in post-production. When properly white balanced, you have 4 color tones, Red and Yellow in the sky and Blue and Cyan in the foliage. When channel swapped, it has a great faux color look. The […]
Pro-photographer Ben McKechnie’s introduction to photography came when he received a camera as a birthday present when he was a child. He started taking it everywhere he went on family holidays in France and Italy. But despite the early start with cameras, before becoming a photographer, he was a writer. In fact, he didn’t truly […]
Every photographer has hit a creative wall at some point in their photography journey. You may just feel disillusioned in general because work isn’t coming through. Or even if you are not a pro, it could just be that you are struggling to capture unique photos when you are on location. Your tested and trusted […]
Food is a great subject to practice photographing at home. While you may not get the same results as when shooting in a studio with proper lighting, a stylist and fancy props, you can still take great photos of food at home. It is also good practice for when you are travelling as you will […]
If I were writing this article a few years ago, there wouldn’t really be any competition between high-end DSLR cameras and mirrorless cameras. DSLR cameras were so far ahead that buying a mirrorless would mean compromising on several factors including image size and quality. There was also the issue around the optical viewfinder versus a […]
Street photography is one of the most popular genres of photography. It is one of the easier branches of photography to practice and it’s accessible for most people. But good street photography isn’t straightforward and often people struggle to capture street photos really well. So to help you, here are 6 street photography tips to […]
A brand new camera can be an exciting purchase. If it’s an upgrade it will mean better quality images and more advanced settings. But buying a new camera also might mean getting used to new dials and controls as well as the camera itself. Cameras are not all the same and some perform better than […]
Any outdoor photographer will tell you that a successful photo will often require more than just turning up to a location that you have researched, setting up a camera and taking some photos. If you really want to capture great travel photos – whether that is to sell or to hang on a wall, then […]
Local parks are great places for anyone who wants to practice their photography. The reason being that there are so many different photo opportunities available without the need to travel too far away from your home. So here are 8 reasons why your local park is a great place to visit to improve your photography. […]
Have you ever wondered why particular natural images appear more visually striking than others? While you might be photographing the same subject, but some angles look better than others? This effect might be because of the Golden Spiral (or golden ratio). But what is it, and how can you apply it in your photographs? What […]
Aquariums are wondrous places to visit and even more incredible to photograph. Unfortunately, capturing stunning photographs at an aquarium can be very difficult, especially if you are new to photography. The good news is that you can get those beautiful aquarium pictures with the right tips. So here are 7 tips to help you capture […]
Many people get nervous when asked to be the designated photographer at family events. A little anxiety is normal but producing exceptional photographs of family events is not nearly as technical or hectic as it sounds. To properly photograph a family gathering, ensure that you have the appropriate tools for the job. A good camera, […]
There’s just something magical about seeing rainbows. It’s even more magical being able to capture these rainbows perfectly in photos. The problem is that photographing rainbows can be a challenging thing to accomplish, especially if you are a novice photographer. This article will help you get those stellar rainbow shots that you want to capture. […]
