Another Big Failure (and Another Lesson Learned)
Last week, I wrote about how I was proud of failing again when I corrupted my Photo Mechanic Plus catalog and had to rebuild it. That was frustrating, but the path to fixing it was…
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Proud of Failing Again
This week, I managed to break something big. I was working on my Photo Mechanic Plus database from two different computers, and in the process, I corrupted the catalog. With more than 670,000 images in…
From Field to Frame: My New Captioning System for Sports Shoots
Fourth quarter — No Huddle-Shotgun: South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback LANORRIS SELLERS (16) rushes left for a 16-yard gain, shaking off a tackle by Virginia Tech Hokies linebacker MICHAEL SHORT (30) to reach the VAT 40,…
The Nikon Z 9’s Autofocus: A Steep but Rewarding Learning Curve
The Steep Learning Curve of Autofocus in Mirrorless Cameras Switching from DSLR to mirrorless has been one of the steepest learning curves of my career. Not because the mirrorless system is inferior—it’s the opposite. The…
Be Prepared: What To Do If Your MacBook Pro Has a Meltdown
Well, today didn’t go as planned. Instead of spending my workday creating stories or editing videos, I fixed my MacBook Pro. Again. This morning, I opened my laptop and was greeted with a warning: “Your…
Capturing the 4th of July Fireworks – From the Air and the Ground
This year’s 4th of July celebration was a little different for us—but in the best way possible. Our friends George and Robbie Coppenhaver graciously invited us to join them for fireworks in their cul-de-sac inside…
How Nikon Metering Modes Changed My Photography—and What Still Matters Most
When I started in photography, getting the exposure right meant knowing your film, your light, and your camera like the back of your hand. There were no histograms or blinking highlights, just your eyes, meter,…
Why I Use Manual Flash Most of the Time (Even Though TTL is Pretty Smart)
Teaching Light with Purpose—During a hands-on lighting demo at the School of Photography with YWAM in Kona, Hawaii, I showed students how using gels on off-camera flash can better shift the background's mood and color…
Why Now Is the Moment to Upgrade from DSLR to Mirrorless
If you’ve been holding on to your DSLR, hoping to squeeze out a little more life from it, it’s time to consider upgrading seriously. The industry has spoken—and mirrorless cameras aren’t just the future but…
Three Cameras and a Flash: How I Covered Roswell’s First Pride Parade
When I set out to photograph Roswell, Georgia’s first-ever Pride Parade, I knew I needed a setup to keep up with a fast-moving, emotionally rich community event. My goal was to capture everything from sweeping…
Why the MagMod Sphere is a Game-Changer for Event Photography
As a photographer, I always look for tools to enhance my work while keeping my setup simple and efficient. This past weekend, I had the opportunity to put the MagMod Sphere to the test during…
Speed Up Your Photo Culling Process with Photo Mechanic and Lightroom
In the fast-paced world of photography, efficiency is critical, primarily when culling your images. With countless photos taken during a shoot, quickly sorting through them can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, combining the power of Photo Mechanic…