Getting sharp photos is a crucial aspect of photography. If a photo is blurry, out of focus, or simply not sharp, then it’s not a good photo. One you will most likely end up dragging to your computer’s Recycle Bin. In my mind, the two things that are essential for a high-quality image are sharpness […]
Five years ago, Sony released the A7s II and it was instantly a fan favorite. Yet, after a few years, many were left wondering when the next model iteration would be released. Last week, Sony finally answered the hype with the official release of the Sony A7s III. The A7s III is an interesting camera […]
Over the past two years, Lightroom Classic has experienced some great improvements. With competition popping up from Skylum’s Luminar, ON1, and Capture One, Adobe has been forced to ensure they are offering the best product possible because the alternatives are becoming very good. I think Lightroom Classic is still the best option for RAW processing […]
Overview The Histogram is one of the most important tools when it comes to crafting the perfect exposure, yet it is sometimes overlooked by photographers. This is mainly due to either a lack of understanding or just plain not knowing this thing called a Histogram exists. In my opinion, understanding the histogram and the exposure […]
Summer is starting to heat up for new releases. We mentioned in our recent article about new Nikon releases that Canon had a major announcement coming and did they ever! It’s official, the long awaited and anticipated Canon EOS R5 and R6 are here. Canon also announced four new RF lenses, two new RF lens extenders, […]
It seems that production is picking up for camera manufacturers. Canon has a scheduled event on July 9th where many expect the EOS R5 and R6 to be officially announced along with 6 new lenses. Sony is rumored to announce a a7s III model and a 14-24mm f/2.8, and now Nikon is following suit with […]
This June, Adobe released a major update for its suite of photography applications. Lightroom (Classic & Mobile) and Photoshop both underwent changes and improvements. In general, Adobe releases a ‘major’ update with new features/sliders every 6 months or so. The last big update came in January and brought us the ‘Range Mask’ feature in Lightroom […]
We were all beginners at some point. Many of us still are. The journey into nature photography is a learning process in itself, as well as a creative process. I have worked with many photographers of all skill types during my time leading Backcountry Journeys Photography Tours & Workshops, and I tend to see beginner […]
As a landscape photographer, composition is everything. It is the glue that holds our photos together and it is what separates a great shot from a mediocre shot. Our compositions tell a story. They are our artistic expression of the natural world. But what exactly is composition? This is a constant conversation among photographers, but […]
All photographers at some point find themselves in the market for ‘new’ camera gear. Whether it’s a new release that sparks your attention, an upgrade, or even a downgrade. I have bought and sold a lot of camera gear, and I have learned that there are multiple ways to go about it. So, I put this article […]
For those of you who follow the blog or have joined me on a Backcountry Journeys workshop, you know that I am a Nikon shooter. But, leading workshops have allowed me to use almost every popular camera from the major manufacturers. I’ve used Nikon’s mirrorless and DSLR cameras, all of Sony’s top models, and Canon […]
Let’s discuss some of the best print labs available online. These range from small regional labs to nationwide labs. As a preface, let me say right now that there are incredible small labs out there that do great work. I am going to cover the top performers that I recommend and then a larger nationwide […]
Filters used to be an accessory that every photographer owned, regardless of genre and style. But the digital age rushed onto the scene rendering many filters obsolete, mainly due to the fact that many desired filter effects have become easily replicated in digital processing applications like Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop. However, filters that produce […]
Three components come together to create an exposure – aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. That’s right, just three basic components. When you break down photography into its simplest form, those three settings are the basis for everything we do. It is amazing that those three ‘basic’ settings can also give us so much trouble and […]
Creativity is an important aspect of outdoor photography. Take two photographers shooting the same exact scene as an example. The two might be equipped with different gear, they most likely will approach the scene differently in terms of composition, and each might even use different camera settings. And that’s only considering a few of the […]