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All photographers know how much the photography industry is changing.  It seems like every month there is new technology, a new camera announcement, or some amazing processing features Adobe introduces in LR and PS.  Honestly I love this stuff, it is very exciting to see how changes help us be better photographers and creators. Shooting Read More

The Z9 just keeps getting better.  Nikon is listening to photographers, and improving or fixing issues that people bring up. Firmware 3.0 is pretty major, adding a lot of new features to both still and video.  I won’t get into video much, but one update caught my eye.  You can now zoom in-camera …called High Read More

When Nikon added firmware 2.0 for the Z9, an incredible camera just got even better.  One feature they added is called Pre-Release Capture.  What is this?  With this feature you are able to buffer images with the back button (or shutter) pressed halfway down.  Basically the camera is recording images on the buffer, but it Read More

Alaska is our second home…Cree and I lived there for over a decade, and we continue to make numerous trips each year for assignments and workshops.  Last summer we had a fantastic shoot for the Mat-Su visitor bureau.  One day on the shoot we loaded up a helicopter with models and flew into very remote Read More

Today is the day to shop!  Just about everyone is having some kind of sale.  Nikon is going all out….most of their mirrorless cameras and lenses are on sale with significant discounts…and great deals on DSLR too!  Roberts Camera has 10 percent off tripods and more.  Singhray is giving gift cards out when you purchase Read More

I just finished an article for Nikon, and they have published it at Nikon Learn and Explore, a fantastic resource for all things photography.  If you have not visited this website (doesn’t matter what brand of camera you use), you should check out the volumes to tips, techniques and creative ideas at this site…hundreds of Read More

I have always enjoyed teaching photography and sharing tips with fellow photographers.  My blog has been a big part of reaching photographers.  Each month I get thousands of visitors, and lots of great questions via email. These questions often prompt another blog post, and many of the stories I have written for photography magazines started Read More

Just one last reminder now that we are into May.  On May 18-19 I will be presenting a talk on photographing the adventure lifestyle at the KelbyOne Outdoor Photography Conference.  I created this presentation to highlights tips and techniques all outdoor photographers can use to create better photos.  Creative new camera techniques, ways to improve Read More

I’m super excited to announce I’ll be a part of the Kelby One Outdoor Photography Conference this May 18-19.  This conference will feature 18 instructors covering a wide variety of topics.  Just imagine hearing from some of the best in their areas of expertise…all virtually from the comfort of your home.  Topics include adventure sports, Read More