How to Shoot 1:1 Magnification with the Olympus 60mm f/2.8 Macro Lens
Macro photography can feel complicated. The moment you move from simple close-ups into true life-size shooting, you run into magnification ratios, razor-thin depth of field,…
What Makes an Effective Infrared Black & White Photograph
Not every infrared black & white photograph works, even though the medium itself is dramatic. Many images have glowing foliage and dark skies, yet still…
How Infrared Black & White Differs From Traditional Black & White Photography
Infrared black & white photography is often mistaken for a high-contrast version of traditional black & white. At a glance, the two can look similar—dramatic…
A Real World Field Test of the Laowa 7.5mm f/2 on Micro Four Thirds
What Works, What Doesn’t, and Where This Lens Excels Ultra-wide lenses tend to divide photographers. Some love the immersive, exaggerated perspective; others find them too…
One Lightroom Shortcut That Helps Me See in Black and White
Why I Always Hit the V Key When Editing in Adobe Lightroom Most photographers edit their images in color by default, which makes it surprisingly…
Overcoming the Challenges of Photographing Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Carlsbad Caverns National Park, located in southeastern New Mexico is an awe-inspiring place to visit, but it’s also one of the most challenging environments a…