One program I find myself using a lot is Aurora HDR 2018. I’ve done earlier posts on this software; it is my favorite HDR software. In a nutshell, Aurora HDR offers tons of adjustment tools and presets when processing your images, and the final images are very clean. Aurora HDR just announced their 2019 version, Read More
In The News
Nikon Rebates
Have you been debating buying that new Nikon lens? Want a prime, or how about the legendary 14-24mm F2.8? Right now Nikon is having a summer sale on lenses, and it probably won’t last long. The popular 200-500mm is more than a hundred bucks off, as well as the new 8-15mm fisheye. Another lens is Read More
Lightroom Magazine
I’ve worked with KelbyOne for many years, including doing frequent stories for their publications including Lightroom and Photoshop User Magazine. These publications are loaded with great tips on post processing, lighting, photography and gear. I highly recommend giving KelbyOne a try for a month if you are not a member. For less than the cost Read More
Chicago Lighting workshop discount
As many of you know, Popular Photography closed it doors earlier this year. One of the longest running photography magazines, it was a shock to see them close down shop. Along with shutting down the magazine, the long running Mentor Series photography workshops also will be ending this year. I have been teaching for the Read More
Upcoming Workshops
Some folks have been asking about my workshop schedule next year, and I am finishing up details on a few more trips. This year there is still space on a few trips. One trip I am really excited about is Prague in the fall. This is my favorite city in Europe, and it is even Read More
Alien Skin Exposure X Layers
I have been using Alien Skin since it first came out. Their film presets are unmatched and extensive, and with each update they keep adding great features. If I want to do some creative work on a portrait, I go to Alien Skin. Black and white conversion, I go to Alien Skin. Add some cool flare Read More
Nikon Prime Lenses
Zoom lenses are handy, no doubt about it. You can virtually stand in one place and blaze through a variety of compositions. My favorite trinity of zooms, the 14-24mm, 24-70mm and 70-200mm are staples in my work. But don’t forget about primes. They offer a lot of advantages, and in some cases, bring out your Read More
Cyber Monday deals
If you are looking for some good deals on photography gear and software, start shopping now. This weekend and Monday numerous companies are having great deals. One item I noticed was Singh-Ray filters. If you haven’t tried shooting with a 10 or 15 stop ND filter on your last trip, you don’t know what you Read More
SnapBridge available for iPhone
If you own a D5 or D500, and use an iPhone, you have been anxiously waiting for SnapBridge to work with your phone. SnapBridge connects your phone and camera via bluetooth to allow direct transfer of your images to your phone. In other words, you can post quicker onto all those social media outlets. I Read More
Singh-Ray filters 15% off
I regularly use Singh-Ray filters; polarizers, grad ND filters, ND filters, vari-ND filters. Many of my water and cloud slow motion images wouldn’t be possible without them. Right now Singh-Ray Filters are on sale for 15% off, and you get free shipping. Go to their website for more details.