A great thing about the new mirrorless Nikon Z cameras is they get regular updates to improve performance. One aspect many photographers have been interested in seeing with the Z cameras was improved autofocus in low light. With a recent update Nikon added eye auto focus, which automatically keeps the autofocus point on the human Read More
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2020 CES Impressions
I just returned from speaking for Nikon in Las Vegas at the 2020 Consumer and Electronics Tradeshow. This is the biggest trade show in the country, 175,000 come to the event. If you are a photographer, it is like a giant candy store. While you could get distracted by Jumbotron sized HD televisions (did someone Read More
Nikon Z 24mm 1.8 S
One lens I was very excited about trying out in Patagonia last month was the new Z 24mm 1.8 S. We are already shooting both the F4 and F2.8 24-70mm, and the results are stunning. But why get a prime at 24mm? Simply put, this lens is faster by more than a stop, and that Read More
Pan and Blur round two
I posted on pan and blur technique a few years back, and thought it might be worth revisiting after a recent trip to Patagonia. Cree and I spent a month in South America, mainly Patagonia, but also exploring some new countries, and everywhere we went wildlife was abundant. Visiting Patagonia in early December is special; Read More
Nikon CES Presentations
I get asked where I get my inspiration from, and if often comes from seeing other photographer’s talk about their work. And if you are looking for inspiration, look no further. The largest trade show to hit Vegas, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is happening January 7-10. I’ll be there along with more than 30 Read More
Travel insurance
Photography has become a huge reason to travel. More than ever people are traveling to take photos…on tours, private trips, workshops. One part of getting ready to travel is checking on your insurance for your trip. First, see if your medical insurance will cover you for injuries abroad. Next, see if you have any insurance Read More
Holiday Gift Guide 2019
It’s that time of the year, let the holiday shopping begin! I’ve found some gift ideas for the photographer on your list, from inexpensive to expensive. Many companies have great sales, so now is a good time to shop. Here goes: 1. Buy a new camera! How much fun does that sound! There are incredible Read More
How fast can you photograph?
Lightroom Magazine just came out, and I got lucky with another cover on this publication. What was really interesting about this shoot was the concept. In talking with the editor, we wanted to come up with a concept to illustrate simple lighting techniques that required very basic setups and equipment. In other words, lighting techniques Read More
Adobe RGB versus sRGB color space
This topic is coming up a lot on workshops these days, so I thought I would explain some of the choices. Historically we have had two color spaces to choose from in-camera, Adobe RGB and sRGB. Adobe RGB has a wider color gamut than sRGB, meaning you can get a wider range of colors when Read More
Singh-Ray filters on sale!
The holiday shopping begins! I’ll have a blog post of holiday gift ideas, but in the meantime, Singh-Ray filters are on sale, and they will be on the list. Wouldn’t it be nice to capture everything you saw in the landscape right in the camera? And when the photo contest comes up and says entries Read More
Photographing snowstorms
We just got another round of snow in Colorado yesterday, and a few weeks ago I was in an Alaskan snowstorm photographing eagles. Snowstorms are terrific for photography; they add an atmospheric element that creates mood and uniqueness to a shot. Here are a few ideas about photographing in the snow. First, make sure your Read More
Customizing autofocus button
I just returned from an incredible eagle photography workshop in Haines, Alaska. Hands down this is the most eagles I have ever seen in one spot, and they land to eat salmon right in front of you. What makes the Chilkat Eagle Preserve special is that ability to capture eagle fighting and flight images at Read More