For nonprofits, compelling storytelling is not just about the images themselves but also about making those images easy to find, share, and reuse. Properly managing your photo library requires a thoughtful approach to metadata. Keywords…
In our connected world, smartphones do a remarkable job of keeping time. They sync to the correct time and adjust automatically to the local time zone, thanks to their integration with cellular networks and GPS.…
If you've ever needed to translate and create captions from a Swahili interview—or any other language not natively supported in Adobe Premiere—you'll be pleased to know that it's easier than you might think, thanks to…
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…
Can you tell the difference between the two photos? Look at the eyes and see how many people had raccoon eyes without the flash. In the world of photography, light is everything. As a professional…
As a storyteller and brand builder at Storyteller & Brand Builder Stanley Leary, I’m passionate about the different photo editing styles and how they can be used to convey unique narratives. Two prevalent styles in…
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…
[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…
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…
[NIKON Z 9, VR 120-300mm f/2.8G, Mode = Manual, ISO 5000, 1/4000, ƒ/11, (35mm = 600) with Alienbees B1600 strobes] In wildlife photography, capturing the essence of nature's wonders often presents unique challenges. The past…
Fire Dancer, Aileen Kunewa. Photo by Dorie Griggs [NIKON Z 9, NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S, Mode = Aperture Priority, ISO 25600, 1/200, ƒ/4.5, (35mm = 24) Processed with PureRAW 4 & Lightroom Classic] In…
