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Rooted in technostalgia and a renewed love for older digital and film cameras, this blog follows my return to photography after stepping away from professional work. I now spend my time photographing new places, trying new genres, and rediscovering classic gear. Along the way, I will share original and curated tips and insights that have helped me take better photos while embracing a slower, more intentional approach that values history, craft, and the quiet joy of creating with tools that carry a story.
A September Stroll with Keats: Winchester in Light and Shadow
September 26, 2025
On September 19, 1819, John Keats wrote his poem "To Autumn" as he walked from south from the city of Winchester to St Cross Hospital. I retraced Keats' footsteps 208 years later walking his same path letting the city’s layered beauty unfold in rhythm with the poet’s own reflections. The walk began in the shadow of Winchester Cathedral, where two y...
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A Hint of Spring at Marwell Zoo
March 23, 2025
It almost felt like spring had arrived today at Marwell Zoo in Hampshire County, England. The sun was out and so were the crowds to visit this beautiful zoo. I took the bus from the Winchester bus station. The zoo is currently renovating their admissions area as well as their main cafe. It is great to see money being invested into the zoo. Upon arr...
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Discovering the Charm of Winchester’s Christmas Market
December 14, 2022
We had a pleasant surprise during the holidays last year. On our trip to the United Kingdom, we happened to be visiting "England's Christmas Capital" at just the right time. Each year, Winchester Cathedral puts on a Christmas Market that draws people from all over Europe - and this year the USA, too. We really loved the event and thought we'd share...
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Everything You Need to Know About Lens Hoods
July 17, 2018
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Ever wonder about those weirdly shaped plastic things that fit on the end of a camera lens? Phil Steele, from www.steeletraining.com, does a nice job of explaining why, when, and how to use a lens hood. It's worth a watch...
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Travel Photography Mistakes... and How To Avoid Them!
July 11, 2018
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As we were preparing for our summer vacation, we turned to YouTube for help. In this video, noted photography educators Tony and Chelsea Northrup share some of their travel photography mistakes and how you can avoid making them on your future trips.
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Travel Camera Recommendation - Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II
July 10, 2018
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Several months ago we purchased a new travel camera. We were looking for a small, lightweight camera with good image quality that wouldn't break the bank. After doing a bunch of research we decided to try the Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II.
After trips to Aspen, Disney World, and Disneyland, we have found that it is just the right balance of portabili...
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Animal Kingdom Photo Tips from Ron Magill
April 29, 2017
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Last weekend, we had the opportunity to hear Ron Magill from Zoo Miami speak at the Denver Zoo on the topic of wildlife photography. Ron is a Nikon Ambassador and his lecture was sponsored by Nikon and Mike's Camera. He talked about how he uses his Nikon gear to capture great images in the wild, as well as at his great zoo.
Now, what made seeing R...
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How to Match Exposure on Multiple Photos in Adobe Lightroom
April 20, 2017
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Have lots of images that all need the same exposure adjustment but don't want to do them one-by-one? In this short video from longtime Lightroom team member Benjamin Warde, you'll quickly learn how easy it is to apply exposure settings to multiple images.
If you're interested in trying-out the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan (includes Li...
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5 Quick Tips for Sharper Images from PhotoRec TV
April 19, 2017
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Getting sharper photographs is not as hard as you think... Watch as Toby Gelston from PhotoRec TV describes five different techniques to help you make sharper images.
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The World of Photographer W. Eugene Smith
April 14, 2017
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Ted Forbes from The Art of Photography put together this really interesting biography on photographer W. Eugene Smith. Here's Forbes' description from his YouTube channel...
"W. Eugene Smith is probably one of the most brilliant photojournalists of the mid-20th century. He was a master of the photo essay as his contributions to LIFE magazine, Harp...
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How to Crop Your Photographs in Adobe Lightroom
April 13, 2017
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In this short video from Julieanne Kost, she provides us with tips and tricks on the best ways to crop your images in Adobe Lightroom.
If you're interested in trying-out the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan (includes Lightroom and Photoshop) you can learn more and sign-up for a free trial here>>>
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Understanding Nikon Autofocus Settings
April 12, 2017
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Are you struggling with Nikon's autofocus system? Not sure which mode to use? This video from Steve Perry does a nice job of describing the autofocus system and giving examples of when to use each mode.
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How to Compare, Rate, and Prioritize Images in Adobe Lightroom
April 06, 2017
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In this short video from Julieanne Kost, she provides us with tips and tricks on how to compare, rate, and prioritize images in Adobe Lightroom.
If you're interested in trying-out the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan (includes Lightroom and Photoshop) you can learn more and sign-up for a free trial here>>>
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Photographer Elsa Garrison
March 31, 2017
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In this video from the B&H series "Women of Influence", Mia McCormick sits down with Getty Images sports photographer Elsa Garrison. They discuss how Garrison got into sports photography and how she has carved out a career in a male-dominated genre.
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How to Create Custom Sort Orders in Lightroom
March 30, 2017
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In this short video from Julieanne Kost, she gives us tips and tricks on how to create custom sort orders in Adobe Lightroom's Library grid view.
If you're interested in trying-out the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan (includes Lightroom and Photoshop) you can learn more and sign-up for a free trial here>>>
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