I’ve spoken and written often about the value of looking at different art forms as a way to expand your “visual literacy.” This starts by understanding that photography is based on a visual language that when properly used, helps us communicate effectively with the viewer. An analogy I often use is that the best way to become a better writer…
There are lots of wonderful landscape photographers that have inspired me throughout my career. Ansel Adams, Eliot Porter, Philip Hyde, David Muench, Galen Rowel - all iconic names that each and every aspiring nature photographer should become intimately familiar with. Their images continue to influence me to see and think about nature and the world around us. Whether through imitation or…
In part 1 of this series on Essentials of Composition, I covered the basics of defining what composition is and why it's important to the success of your nature photography. In this post we continue to explore basic principles to establish a foundation for "strong images." Consider two pictures, one that clearly captures the elements in the photograph in crisp detail, and…
I’m back home again after another great workshop in Utah, and was once again privileged to have a wonderful group of students to share both photography and the amazing landscape of the region. I’m working on a workshop report post together with images, but until then wanted to share another creative inspiration. It’s no secret I think the study of…
I recently wrote about a painter in Ireland that contacted me about making a painting based on one of my photographs. I of course said I would be honored, and I wanted to share the finished piece here. Her name is Deborah O'Keefe, and though she lives in Ireland, she is originally from New York, and just opened an exhibit…