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,…
How To Properly Balance A Gimbal Head
"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…
Amazing High ISO – The End Of Fast Glass?
(NOTE - when I refer to "fast glass" in this article, I'm referring to the maximum opening, not AF speed.) Do we really need fast glass anymore? After all, with…
Use Photoshop To Blur Out Backgrounds
I'm a sucker for a nice, clean background. In my opinion, nothing ruins a wildlife shot (or portrait shot, if you roll that way), faster than a busy, distracting background. …
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 – Costa Rica Squirrel Monkeys
In just a few short weeks, I’ll be back in Costa Rica running our May workshops. (Yeah!) So, it’s probably not too much of a surprise that visions of rainforests…
10 Tips For Photographing Local Wildlife
So, here’s the thing, I travel quite a bit. If you're a regular here, you know this isn’t exactly the kind of news that would cause any concern over at…
How I Got The Shot – Pouncing Coyotes
I love pouncing coyotes! And I don't think I'm alone - these airborne coyote shots are by far some of the most popular images on the site. They also generate…
Photographing Birds At The Beach – 10 Easy Tips
As a nature photographer, I must admit that when someone mentions going to the beach I frequently don't have the same seaside scenario in my mind as they do. For…