Digiscoping is the practice of making photographs using a high-powered spotting scope as a super-telephoto lens. It is hardly a new practice, but there are tools available that make the process easier than ever. Digiscoping is of special interest to me since I shoot a...
My colleague Rick Gerrity and I officially started our workshop partnership this past October. It seems like a long time ago, but my travel schedule is just settling down and allowing me to get caught up on my blog posts. Rick and I have similar teaching styles and we...
If you’re familiar with any photography-related podcasts, you’re probably a regular listener to This Week in Photo with Frederick Van Johnson and company. This weekly podcast features Frederick and his guest hosts discussing the latest news about...
I’ve been leading photo workshops in Costa Rica for almost six years now, and I can definitely say that the last trip was the best one yet. This was the fifth year for my Costa Rica Photo Adventure workshop in September. People freak out about the weather...
It’s funny… even though I’ve been to Costa Rica a dozen times and led five photo workshops down there I STILL find myself doing some last minute shopping before I go. My overall packing strategy hasn’t changed much over the years, but I am constantly tweaking the gear...
If you keep up with my photos or workshops at all, I’m sure you have heard about my Route 66 Photo Adventure Workshop by now. That trip is all but full (ONE spot left) but there are other opportunities for you to join me and Rick Gerrity in the field right around the...