Have you ever found yourself in a similar situation where a friend or colleague sends you a long article or video without
Why Learning from Great Photographers is Important
Bailey King was broken by a lifetime of poverty and dawn-to-dark labor when Don Rutledge came to spend several weeks with him
The Power of One: Why Professional Communicators are Essential in the Field
The photo above is a practice session where we are demonstrating how to do an interview working with a translator during our
How Drone Photography is Transforming Professional Photography Services
Drone photography has revolutionized how photographers capture images, offering a unique perspective that was once impossible without expensive equipment and extensive experience.
Capturing Excellence: The Importance of Hiring a Professional Photographer for Education and Student Recruitment
In today’s world, photographs play an important role in how potential students and their families perceive educational institutions. A professional photographer specializing
The Never-ending Journey of a Professional Storyteller
This is the Storytellers Abroad Workshop team in Lima, Peru. [NIKON Z 6, Sigma 24-105mm ƒ/4 Art, ISO 2000, ƒ/8, 1/200, Focal
Why Zoom Lenses Can be the Best Choice for Professional Photographers
As a professional photographer, you may have heard that prime lenses are the only way to truly high-quality images. However, while prime
The Parable of Talents: Overcoming Analysis Paralysis and Taking Action Today
In the Parable of Talents, Jesus tells the story of a man who entrusts his three servants with varying amounts of money
The Importance of Having a Backup Plan for Professional Photography: Lessons Learned from a Drone Mishap
Photo By Gibbs Frazeur [NIKON D750, 14.0-24.0 mm f/2.8, Mode = Manual, ISO 450, 1/1000, ƒ/8, (35mm = 14)] As a professional
Understanding the Relationship Between Aperture and Background Blur in Photography
[X-E2, XF55-200mmF3.5-4.8 R LM OIS, Mode = Aperture Priority, ISO 2000, 1/500, ƒ/5.6, (35mm = 300)] Depth of field is one of
The Extra 100mm: How the 100-400mm Lens Outperforms the 28-300mm for Event Photography
Investiture Ceremony Honorable J. Elizabeth McBath [NIKON Z 9, NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S, Mode = Aperture Priority, ISO 6400, 1/250,
The Importance of Multiple Backups: A Lesson in Protecting Your Digital Photos
Backing up digital content isn’t just a technical step—it’s an essential safeguard for protecting precious memories and critical data. A robust backup
Essential Questions and Information for Photographers When Talking to a Client
When a client contacts a photographer for a job, there are several key questions and pieces of information that the photographer should
The Power of Pedigree in Photography: My Experience with Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina
As a photographer, technical skills and subject knowledge are the most critical factors for taking great photos. However, as I was reminded
Streamlining My Kit: How the Nikon Z9 and Three Lenses Changed My Photography Game
Nikon has always been a trusted brand in the photography industry, and the recent release of their Nikon Z9 camera and lenses
The Evolution of Nikon Cameras: From the Nikon D100 to the Nikon Z9
[NIKON Z 9, NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S, Mode = Aperture Priority, ISO 14400, 1/250, ƒ/4, (35mm = 24)] Nikon DSLR &