Fall Photography Basics
(Note, this was published a few years back, but I decided to update it for the upcoming fall season) So, ready to photograph some fall color are ya? Not so…
Exposure Compensation Made Easy!
Exposure compensation - I don't think there's another exposure control that causes more confusion. In fact, I think most people are in for a surprise or two when they watch this…
The BCG College Of Photo Education :)
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,…
My Tripods For Wildlife And Landscape Photography
I have to admit, I always believed I was alone when it came to my love of tripods. I mean, don't get me wrong, I use them for nearly every…
How I Got The Shot – Storm Warning
It was a dark and stormy night. There I did it. I know it’s painfully cliché but I’ve always wanted to start an article with that old line. Although, in…
Waterfall Photography In Eight Easy Steps
It’s 5:00AM and my obnoxious alarm shatters the silence, bringing an abrupt end to my slumber and jarring me out of bed. As my synapses reluctantly begin to fire, I notice…
How To Use A Polarizing Filter
Quick – What do you think a polarizing filter is used for? If you said, “blue skies” then you’re certainly among the majority of photographers. However, that answer merely skims…
How To Photograph Star Trails
So, have you ever wondered how to shoot star trail photos? What about how to handle the RAW image files? What about how to post process and stack ’em? Everything…
Hocking Hills State Park Photography
(Published Summer 2011 Edition Nature Photographer Magazine) “What? That was taken in Ohio?!? You’ve got to be kidding!” Brace yourself. The response above is typical the first time someone spots…