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How to Capture the Essence of the Winter like a Pro Dec 21, 2021

Winter is in full swing here in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. That frigid air has moved in and painted frozen details across the landscape. Cold winds have picked up and...

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The Photo You Absolutely Must Capture this Holiday Season Dec 14, 2021

This fall, my sister-in-law asked me to take her family photos. Hopefully, she won't read this, but upon reading her ask, I muttered, "NOOO!!!" and inhaled deeply to quash the anxiety rising in my...

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Secrets to Making Centre Compositions Work Dec 07, 2021

Composition is one of my favourite topics for discussion in landscape photography, but the power of this important concept can be overlooked by both beginner and advanced photographers alike. ...

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Holiday Gift Guide for the Landscape Photographer! Nov 30, 2021

The holiday season has arrived, and everyone is searching for that perfect gift! Photographers are always fun to buy for because, yes, we love expensive bodies and glass, and these types of...

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How to Discover Hidden Elements in a Landscape Setting that can Help Create Stronger Photos Nov 23, 2021

When I was newer to landscape photography, I'd arrive at a pretty landscape scene, plop down my tripod and begin capturing images, rarely moving from that spot or thinking about the potential for...

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Capture a Stunning Aurora Borealis Show with these Tips Nov 16, 2021

Recently there's been a bit of hype around the Aurora Borealis. The Aurora Borealis is a naturally occurring phenomenon seen in the northern hemisphere night sky. It results from the collision...

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Camera Exposure Mode Matters-Especially During the Winter Months Nov 09, 2021

Winter is filled with countless peaceful scenes. All of that fresh falling snow quiets the once-bustling growth of spring and summer and hides the vibrancy of fall with her soft white blanket....

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The Dilemma of Shutter Speed During the Winter Months Nov 02, 2021

The first significant snowfall has arrived here in the Canadian Rockies, and the mountains look like beauties with that fresh dusting of snow. I'm certainly looking forward to winter landscape...

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Enhance Stormy Atmosphere With This One Tip Oct 26, 2021

Stormy and atmospheric weather conditions are expected during the late fall through upcoming winter seasons. Although, of course, the common draw for many photographers is that beautiful colourful...

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A Trick to Drawing out Reflections Oct 19, 2021

Reflections are one of my favourite compositional elements in many landscape images. I find myself captivated by the simplicity, balance and infusion of peacefulness within a reflecting...

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My Favourite Landscape Photography Filter Oct 12, 2021

I'm a strong crusader for the creation of solid straight-out-of-camera photographs. In my online landscape photography workshops, Manual Mode for the Landscape Photographer and The Art in Landscape...

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The Simple Action that will help a Photographer Capture Sunrise with Success Oct 05, 2021

Are you one of those people that cheerfully wakes at the crack of dawn? Do you rise from bed with a spring in your step, humming away to your favourite tune, feeling refreshed from your restful...

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