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Hook Your Audience with Powerful Visuals

Hook Your Audience with Powerful Visuals

by Stanley LearyJuly 30, 2024September 1, 2025

Cowboy is trying his best to pull himself back upon the horse during the bucking competition of the Panaewa Stampede Rodeo at Equestrian Center Complex, Stainback Highway, Hilo, Hawaii. In a world overflowing with information,…

Captivating Audiences: The Art of Storytelling for Your Business or Nonprofit

Captivating Audiences: The Art of Storytelling for Your Business or Nonprofit

by Stanley LearyJuly 28, 2024September 1, 2025

On May 20, 2013, a tornado of the highest category EF5 hit the small town of Moore in the American state of Oklahoma. The tornado left a trail of destruction with considerable damage to buildings, infrastructure,…

Photographing in the Dark: A Challenging but Rewarding Experience

Photographing in the Dark: A Challenging but Rewarding Experience

by Stanley LearyJuly 22, 2024September 1, 2025

[NIKON Z 9, NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S, Mode = Aperture Priority, ISO 25600, 1/250, ƒ/5.6, (35mm = 170)] I recently spent three intense days photographing in one of the darkest rooms I've ever…

Speaking to a Camera Club: Insights from a Professional Photographer

Speaking to a Camera Club: Insights from a Professional Photographer

by Stanley LearyJuly 17, 2024February 18, 2026

Stanley is speaking to the YWAM School of Photography in Kona, Hawaii. Photo by Dennis Fahringer When asked to speak to a camera club composed mainly of amateurs, many thoughts run through the mind of…

Embracing Failure: The Hidden Path to Success in Photography and Creativity

Embracing Failure: The Hidden Path to Success in Photography and Creativity

by Stanley LearyJuly 15, 2024September 1, 2025

As a photographer and creative, I’ve learned an invaluable lesson over the years: the importance of trying, even if it means facing the possibility of failure. We often discover the most remarkable outcomes in the…

In Loving Memory of Knolan Benfield

In Loving Memory of Knolan Benfield

by Stanley LearyJuly 12, 2024September 1, 2025

Knolan Benfield, born on May 17th, 1941, passed away on July 11th, 2024, leaving a legacy of love, mentorship, and inspiration. His journey ended in the presence of his loving daughter, Therese Benfield LaValley, and…

Experiencing Fourth of July Fireworks from a New Perspective

Experiencing Fourth of July Fireworks from a New Perspective

by Stanley LearyJuly 5, 2024September 1, 2025

The Fourth of July brought a fresh twist to my traditional fireworks photography this year. Instead of heading out to Roswell Area Park with my trusty tripod, I stayed home and captured the dazzling display…

Why Your Smartphone Beats Your High-End Camera in One Critical Area: GPS

Why Your Smartphone Beats Your High-End Camera in One Critical Area: GPS

by Stanley LearyJuly 1, 2024September 1, 2025

I've spent years as a photographer using high-end digital cameras to capture stunning images. While these cameras excel in many areas, GPS functionality is one surprising aspect your smartphone often outshines. The Power of GPS…

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