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Using A Gimbal Head On A Monopod

September 8, 2018 by Steve Perry | 45 Comments

So…

A few months ago I released a video where I discussed my various tripods, heads, and how I use them. It generated a lot of comments and a few really stuck in my mind – they were about using a gimbal head with a monopod.

At first, I sort …

Posted in Opinions, Techniques, Using Your Gear, Wildlife

How To Properly Balance A Gimbal Head

June 19, 2018 by Steve Perry | 43 Comments

“Hey! You’re doing it wrong!”

That’s what I want to shout pretty much every time I’m out and spot other wildlife photographers with gimbal heads. It seems that well over half of them believe they have their gimbal properly balanced when they really don’t. It’s a shame too – a …

Posted in Techniques, Using Your Gear, Wildlife

Bird In Flight Photography Crash Course

May 16, 2020 by Steve Perry | 78 Comments

Want to discover the secrets to amazing bird in flight (BIF) photography? Check out this 18-minute video with my TOP TEN techniques for photographing birds in flight! It’s time to supercharge your BIF game!

In this video, we’ll cover everything you need to know to get started – or to …

Posted in Techniques, Using Your Gear, Wildlife

The BCG College Of Photo Education :)

April 14, 2020 by Steve Perry | 45 Comments

Since so many of us are locked away in our homes, I thought I’d put together a “master list” of the various articles and videos found on this site. Below, you’ll find a long list of categories and the posts that go with them. There are hours of video and …

Posted in Astrophotography, How I Got The Shot, Landscapes, Lightroom Tips, Locations, Misc, Nikon Gear, Opinions, Photo Trips, Photoshop Tricks, Reviews, Sony Gear, Techniques, Tests, Travel Tips

Africa – Botswana Photo Safari

January 28, 2020 by Steve Perry | Comments Off

Quick Overview:

Sorry, we have now filled the remaining spots. Sign up for the waitlist at the bottom of the page – you may still have a chance 🙂

May 8th – 17th 2024
Premium, private workshop limited to just 6 people
Custom made boat for the Chobe River –

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Settings Check, YNP Gear and Locations, RAW Trouble, Get Low And Dirty

December 12, 2019 by Steve Perry | 30 Comments

It’s here – podcast #2!

In this episode, we’ll start with a quick followup to episode #1 to add a little clarification to my Z series analysis and shadow pulling. Then we’ll jump to a quick tip that will cover a simple but effective tip that’s sure to help minimize …

Posted in Locations, Opinions, Photo Trips, Podcasts, Techniques, Travel Tips, Using Your Gear, Wildlife

Is This The Best Monopod Head Ever?

October 26, 2019 by Steve Perry | 126 Comments

As you know, I’m a bit of a tripod / monopod junkie. So, I’m excited to share my review of the new Wimberley MonoGimbal head.

This new lightweight head allows you to balance your rig just like a regular gimbal head – point up or down and everything stays in …

Posted in Misc, Reviews, Techniques, Using Your Gear, Wildlife Tagged monogimbal, monopod |

ISO Insurance

October 5, 2019 by Steve Perry | 51 Comments

I know what you’re thinking, “What the heck – is Steve trying to peddle some kind of ‘photo insurance’ now”?

Not so much, but I didn’t really know how else to describe what I’m about to explain 🙂

So, let’s dive in – what do I mean by ISO Insurance?…

Posted in Techniques, Using Your Gear, Wildlife Tagged ISO, wildlife |

What’s In My Bag? Costa Rica Edition

September 18, 2019 by Steve Perry | 56 Comments

Here it is! I’ve had a TON of requests over the years for a “What’s in my bag” video. The trouble is, what’s in my bag varies by location. So, I decided to start with the wildlife kit I use when I’m in Costa Rica. However, this is also a …

Posted in Nikon Gear, Travel Tips, Using Your Gear

Swap Tripod Heads The Fast Way!

September 17, 2018 by Steve Perry | 34 Comments

Question – What happens when you have multiple heads that you want to use with multiple support methods?

Maybe you have a gimbal head and want to use it on a tripod, then later want to use a ball head on that same set of legs. Or perhaps you want to use …

Posted in Techniques, Using Your Gear Tagged gear, techniques, tripods |