Keep Shootin’, Mirrorless Future, Box Talk, VR And Tripods
In this episode, we'll talk about the importance of knowing when to stop shooting and when to keep going. From there, we'll talk about when it's time to upgrade to…
Settings Check, YNP Gear and Locations, RAW Trouble, Get Low And Dirty
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.…
Wildlife Photography Presentation – My Best Techniques
This video is a little different. I was invited to be a keynote speaker for the Chicago Area Photography School and this is the presentation I gave. Yes, it's long…
Shadows, Used Gear, Aspect Ratios, and Z cameras
Yup - I'm doing podcasts now! In this first episode, I'll share a secret I use for better shadow pulling, plus we have our first Q&A session! This episode's questions…
How I Got The Shot: Sunset Dust Bath
It was evening on the Chobe River in Botswana, Africa. The day had been a good one, bursting at the seams with all manner of wildlife. We were in the…
Is This The Best Monopod Head Ever?
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…
ISO Insurance
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…
Finding Your Subject With A Long Lens
One of the most common problems I observe while in the field - and during my workshops - is when someone can't find the subject in their viewfinder while using a…
The “False Positive” Autofocus Trap
Have you ever faced a low light or low contrast subject and discovered that, despite the viewfinder showing a confirmed AF lock, the camera actually missed critical focus? If you…
All About Teleconverters (TCs)
This time around I thought we'd take an in-depth look at teleconverters. Not just what they do - but how they work, how to get the best results, how they…
The Secret To Sharp Eyes & Better Compositions
Psst...Wanna know the secret to getting consistently sharp eyeballs and better compositions with your wildlife photos? Use your AF points in conjunction with your composition. One photographic faux pas I…
7 Quick Tips For Wildlife Photographers
It's the little things that make a difference with wildlife photography! Check out these 7 quick tips to take your willdife images to the next level!
Game Changer – Shootin’ Eye Level
OK, I'll admit it, this is a weird post for me. The thing is, I realize I'm covering a topic that pretty much every photographer already knows: If you want…
All About Auto ISO (Nikon Cameras)
Auto ISO is a frequent source of confusion but it doesn't have to be that way! In this comprehensive video, we'll cover how Auto ISO works in Nikon cameras (although…
The Cropping Epidemic
I see it all the time - lens jockeys hacking off pixels and tossing them out like they were last week's kitty litter. It pains me to witness such rampant cropping…
All About Your Camera’s Crop Modes
First, let's get one thing out in the open - I'm not a fan of cropping and I normally tend to avoid it as much as possible. So please don't…
Nikon 500 PF Review
It's finally here - my Nikon 500 PF review and full field report! And let me tell you, it's a doozy! In fact, I may have to apologize for the…
Using A Gimbal Head On A Monopod
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…
How I Got The Shot – The Big Guy
“Wow! That’s a big bear,” I exclaimed as I pulled the truck off the road. As I brought the pickup to a halt, my wife was quickly scanning the nearby…
AF Help For Tricky, Low Contrast Subjects
So, there you are, face to face with a once-in-a-lifetime shot, but your AF seems less than confident. As you attempt to focus, it tries, misses, tries again, and finally,…