Dedicate "You-Time" For Photography f/117
Carve out “you-time” to nurture your photography. It’s an important part of staying creative and growing as a visual storyteller.
My Big Problem With Non-Destructive Editing f/116
Non-destructive editing is wonderful… well, mostly. There is one BIG problem I have with non-destructive workflows… let’s talk about it.
Should You Upgrade Your Camera Body? f/115
Our camera is the primary tool photographers use to create our work and express ourselves. The inevitable question we all face - should I upgrade my camera body?
Announcing The 2024 SDP Workshops f/114
Antarctica, Bryce Canyon, and Big Sur California are all part of my landscape photo workshops for 2024.
Fitting Photography Into Non-Photography Travels f/113
You can fit photography into your non-photo travels with a balanced combination of gear choices, travel choices, flexibility, and a touch of opportunism.
Packing Photo Gear for Non-Photography Travels f/112
The gear I pack for non-photo travels is quite different than packing for a full-on photo trip.
Rookie Mistakes That Cost Me Photos f/111
Face… meet palm. Whether you are a seasoned photographer or just starting out, there are those basic photo mistakes we all make… time and time again.
The Best Laid Plans f/110
Photo trips rarely go exactly to plan. Sometimes those plans are shattered.
Movement Is Life … And Pacing Matters f/109
Photography is a never-ending journey. There is always something new to learn or an existing skill to improve. Movement forward is critical for a visual artist… and so is pacing, or you’ll burn out.
Buttons, Switches & Sliders... Oh My! f/108
Cameras and software offer so many options and configurations. What could possibly go wrong?
Is An Adobe Lightroom Subscription Worth It? f/107
Subscriptions abound in the photography industry now. Adobe was the first to make the pivot to this model. In this podcast, I look at the features Lightroom has delivered over the last 3 years and ask … “Is it worth the money?”
A Lesson In Storytelling For Better Landscape Photos f/106
Landscape photographers can draw inspiration from writers to make more compelling landscape photos. It’s all about the story you want to tell.
Do I Really Need Another Sunset Photo? f/105
Have you ever talked yourself out of picking up your camera? I have.
Your Camera Doesn’t Matter To Your Viewer f/104
Your viewer only cares about your photo - it’s story, how it makes them feel. They don’t care what camera you used to make it.
4 Tips For Your After-Shoot Workflow f/103
Streamline your after-shoot workflow and be ready to go for the next shoot. I’ve got 4 tips for you.
The One Thing I Miss About Film Photography f/102
I love digital photography and am not going back to film. However, there is one thing I miss my days shooting film. And it has nothing to do with actual film.
Send Yourself Out On A Photo Assignment f/101
Think like a photographer on assignment and discover new and different photo opportunities.
What Pink Floyd Taught Me About Photography f/100
When it comes down to it, you are the only person that will move your photography forward. Pink Floyd taught me that.
Dusting Off Personal Photo Projects f/99
Personal photo projects are important for growth as visual artists. If you have one that’s stalled, think about dusting it off.
3 Tips For Milky Way Photography f/98
Use these 3 tips to make your best astrophotography photos.