In today’s fast-paced, content-driven world, staying relevant as a creative professional means constantly producing new content. For storytellers, photographers, and videographers like myself, this is not just a strategy; it’s a necessity. Potential clients must…
Yesterday was a special day for me. I had the pleasure of photographing my daughter’s students from Elite Dance Academy during their Spring Dance Recital at the Springer Opera House in Columbus, Georgia. This venue…
Photography enthusiasts and professionals alike have long revered the magical moments of the golden hour. This period, occurring just after sunrise and just before sunset is characterized by its warm, soft light, creating an ideal…
Photographer Don Rutledge spent weeks covering the daily lives of Alaskan Eskimos above the Arctic Circle. Here, a family waits for visitors to arrive at their home. As a photographer, I’ve always believed in pushing…
In photography, the allure of the latest camera gear is hard to resist. With each new release promising higher resolutions, faster autofocus, and better low-light performance, it’s easy to feel that upgrading is the only…
The speaker uses a Plate Spinning entertainer to address the issue with the audience of having so many stressors in one's job. The photography industry has undergone significant changes over the past few decades, with…
[NIKON Z 6, 14.0 mm f/2.8, Mode = Manual, ISO 400, 1/500, ƒ/7.1, (35mm = 14)] As a professional photographer and storyteller, I constantly push the boundaries of my gear to achieve the best possible…
In today’s visually driven world, selecting the right photo can significantly affect how your audience engages with your content. Whether promoting a nonprofit cause or marketing a business, the right image can capture attention, evoke…
Since the onset of COVID-19, many of us have spent more time at home, discovering new hobbies and appreciating the nature surrounding us for me, this period of increased home time turned into a unique…
As a photographer, I’ve continually upgraded my gear over the years, but there’s one area where I’ve been slower to make changes: lenses. Unlike camera bodies, manufacturers don’t update lenses as frequently. I bought a…
Malcolm Gladwell wrote about the “10,000-hour rule,” asserting that the key to achieving true expertise in any skill is simply practicing, albeit correctly, for at least 10,000 hours. David Epstein’s fascinating new book The Sports…
[NIKON D100, 120-300mm ƒ/2.8, ISO 100, 1/160, ƒ/22] As a professional photographer and storyteller, I often discuss the intricacies of photography with clients and enthusiasts. One key concept that significantly impacts composition is depth-of-field (DoF).…
