Photography, by its very nature, is not just about reproducing what the photographer sees but about expressing our inner thoughts. When I journey through the natural world, my interactions with the places and wild animals I witness have stirred so many emotions in my heart. As a photographer, then, the...
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When the Photographer Does Not Shoot
Often, photographers are driven by the obsessive need to capture the moment, to be productive at all costs. Recently, however, I rewatched a movie that contained a different reflection, one that I would like to share with you today. It is the beauty of choosing not to shoot, to fully...
What’s in My Backpack? Summer in the Arctic Edition
For photographers, there is nothing quite like traveling to the Svalbard archipelago and venturing onto the pack ice for photography. As I pack for such a trip, I am evaluating the camera gear that worked best on my previous Arctic travels. My goal is to travel with a streamlined, yet...
Photographing the Muskox in Dovrefjell During Winter
In this article, I will share my experience taking photos of the muskox in Norway’s Dovrefjell National Park in the heart of winter. You can consider this my continuation of the essay “Photographing the Muskox in a Winter Wonderland” previously published on Photography Life by Dr. Michael Rübhausen.
The Importance of Binoculars in Wildlife Photography
In a wildlife photographer’s toolkit, binoculars are essential. They make it possible to spot and observe distant subjects, allowing photographers to understand animal behavior without causing disturbance.
Supertele Shootout: Nikon Z 600mm f/6.3 VR S vs Nikon Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S
For wildlife photographers looking to capture small or elusive animals in their natural habitat, a supertelephoto lens with a focal length of 600mm is an excellent tool. Currently, Nikon has two 600mm primes in their Z Series lineup: the Nikon Z 600mm f/6.3 VR S and the Nikon Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S.
The Importance of Culling and Editing in Photography
Photographers don't always have a good relationship with post-processing. Some photographers over-edit their photos, getting in the way of what they captured in camera. Other photographers neglect the post-processing stage - such as culling through their photos carelessly, or not utilizing the available tools to fine-tune a photo's processing. However,...
Nikon HE* Versus Lossless Compressed .NEF Files
Nikon's Expeed 7 processor - used in the Nikon Zf, Z5 II, Z6 III, Z8, and Z9 - added a variety of capabilities to the Nikon Z lineup. Among its most notable characteristics is that the handling of RAW (.NEF) files on these cameras has a new option called High...
The Role of Negative Space in Nature Photography
Wildlife photographers often use long telephoto lenses to “fill the frame,” but there’s more to capturing a great photo. Previously, I wrote about photographing wildlife through animalscapes. Now, let’s discuss the use of negative space – an often underused technique that deserves more attention.
BlackRapid Backpack Strap Review
Most photographers, especially when starting, will use the official camera strap that shipped with their camera. However, these straps can be uncomfortable even under the best circumstances, and they are even more frustrating when using a backpack, since they can interfere with the shoulder straps….