Tidbit Tuesdays Episodes

Episode 82: Welcome to a special edition of Tidbit Tuesday featuring YOUR best, favorite, or most unusual outdoor photography tidbits! A huge thank you to each of the listeners who contributed to this episode! It’s packed with great ideas. LINKS MENTIONED: The listeners who contributed to this episode are listed below with their websites and social media handles if they shared them. Be sure to check out and support their work! Paul Rodden Denise Lehenbauer Egídio Leitão: https://egid...

Episode 80: In today’s quick Tidbit Tuesday, I share five quick tips on how to protect yourself from contracting a tick-borne illness after spending time in nature. Ticks are prevalent all over the world, and while their bites are sometimes harmless, they can also transmit pathogens that cause pretty debilitating diseases. Preventing bites in the first place can go a long way in keeping you safe from these little critters. LINKS MENTIONED: Submit your favorite photography or outdoor tip for a...

Episode 76: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I’m sharing four tips to help you create personally-expressive photographs. Enjoy! LINKS MENTIONED: Join Nature Photographers Network and get 10% off with code OPS10 Creative Self-Expression When Everyone’s a Photographer Atlas of the Heart, by Dr. Bréne Brown Episode 40: The One Thing That Will Improve Your Photography This Year Compose With Clarity Full Show Notes *** HAVE A QUESTION? Record a Question for Tidbit Tuesday LOVE THE OUTDOOR PHOTOGRA...

Episode 74: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I share six quick tips for photographing the upcoming fall colors. Enjoy! LINKS MENTIONED: OPS Article: How to Photograph Stunning Fall Colors: A Complete Guide Episode 30: Understanding Histograms, ETTR, and ETTL Episode 38: Should You Buy Filters? Landscape Photography Filters Explained Episode 62: What’s Included in RAW format files? Episode 68: Let’s Talk About Light [REMIX] Compose With Clarity Virtual Workshop New England Fall Color Prediction Site...

Episode 72: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I answer a listener question about how to approach composition when it comes to creating natural abstracts. Enjoy! LINKS MENTIONED: Jennifer Renwick and David Kingham’s Reverence: Death Valley - A Lenswork Monograph Sarah Marino’s 11 Composition Lessons for Photographing Nature’s Small Scenes Ebook Erin Babnik’s articles on compositional patterns: Five Compositional Patterns Worth Finding in Nature Four (More) Compositional Patterns Worth Finding in ...

Episode 70: Today’s Tidbit Tuesday topic was inspired by one of our listeners who wanted to understand exposure better. So if you wish to get a better grasp of the exposure settings of aperture, shutter speed, and ISO and even start photographing in manual mode, then this episode is for you. Enjoy! LINKS MENTIONED: OPS Articles: What is Aperture in Photography? Aperture and F-Stops Explained Which Aperture Should I Use in Outdoor Photography? ISO: It’s Not What You Think ISO: Why All the N...

Episode 68: Light creates everything we see - colors, contrast, shapes, lines, etc., and therefore learning how to “see” light is an essential step in creating more compelling images. Many of our recent guests on the podcast have emphasized how important understanding and knowing light is to improve your photography. So, in this Tidbit Tuesday, I break down the different characteristics of light, how to effectively use whatever light you have, and how light shapes the mood of a scene or subje...

Episode 66: In this special Tidbit Tuesday episode, I’m joined by landscape photographer and previous guest, Colleen Miniuk, to chat about: Different revenue options for turning your photography passion into a business or side hustle How to research and approach new clients and/or media outlets The most important question you can ask when working with potential clients The AICA-S Sales Framework Potential revenue sources for landscape and nature photographers Important questio...

Episode 64: Today, we’re paying tribute to the last ten incredible guests we’ve had on the podcast. Each of them has shared their wisdom and valuable perspectives about photography, creativity, composition, and connecting with nature. This special Tidbit Tuesday is a compilation of their responses to the question: What does connecting with nature mean to you? As many of you know, it’s the last question I ask in the lightning round of each interview. I find their responses touching and thought-pr...

Episode 62: Today’s Tidbit Tuesday topic was inspired by two of our listeners who submitted questions related to what kind of information is recorded in raw format files and a question regarding raw files and color spaces. Enjoy! LINKS MENTIONED: Understanding Digital Raw Capture, Bruce Fraser Rendering the Print: The Art of Photography, Karl Lang Color Management Overview, American Society of Media Photographers Full Show Notes *** HAVE A QUESTION? Record a Question for Tidbit Tuesday...

Episode 60: Today’s Tidbit Tuesday topic was prompted by one of our listeners, who asked a question about when to create multiple exposures of a high dynamic range scene. I also discuss other types of multiple exposure blending used in landscape photography and why you might choose to use them. Enjoy! LINKS MENTIONED: Episode 24: How to Expose for High Dynamic Range Scenes Episode 30: Understanding Histograms, ETTR, and ETTL Colleen Miniuk’s article: It’s All About ME (Multiple Exposures) How...

Episode 58: In today’s short Tidbit Tuesday, I answer three of your questions about how my science background has influenced my photography, explaining aspect ratios and printing, and what a lens limit switch is and how to use it. Enjoy! LINKS MENTIONED: “Ask Us Anything” - Linda Nickell’s Happiness Hour Episode 11: Finding Inspiration in the Texas Landscape With Linda Nickell Episode 25: Reverent and Responsible Landscape Photography With Karen Cooper Article on Nature Photographer’s Network...

Episode 56: As a continuation of our recent “how to photograph” themed Tidbit Tuesday episodes, today’s topic is how to photograph waterfalls and streams. Waterfalls and streams are some of my favorite subjects to photograph because they provide so many compositional opportunities, and they are a great subject on which to practice different exposure techniques. Today, I share some tips on gear, settings, staying dry, and more. Enjoy! LINKS MENTIONED: OPS Article (with links to gear): How to P...

Episode 54: Have you tried to photograph the moon only to be disappointed by your results? Perhaps it’s too small, or it just looks like a big white blob, or it’s blurry? In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I answered a listener question about how to photograph the moon, including gear, settings, and some tips on composition. Enjoy! LINKS MENTIONED: Episode 6: Protect Yourself From Ticks and Focusing in Landscape Photography Episode 24: How to Expose for High Dynamic Range Scenes Episode 30: Understan...

Episode 52: Today’s Tidbit Tuesday is all about Milky Way photography, including recommended gear and accessories, camera settings, and planning. This episode is geared towards someone who is new to Milky Way photography or just needs a refresher. Enjoy! LINKS MENTIONED: MeteoBlue PhotoPills Fridays Dark Site Finder Map Dark Sky Map Episode 48: How to Stay Safe While Hiking Alone OPS Article: ISO: It’s Not What You Think Recommended Products (Some of the resources below may be affiliate links...

Episode 50: This (remixed) Tidbit Tuesday is a little more philosophical in nature as I answer two of our listener questions around photo manipulation - whether that is done in the field or in the digital darkroom. Is there a difference between photo editing and photo manipulation? And if so, where’s the line? Who makes that call? Should you disclose when you have manipulated an image? What are the implications if you do or don’t? Learn how this debate has transpired over the relatively short li...

Episode 48: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I share some tips on how to be safe while hiking and doing photography alone. It’s a question I get often, so I hope these tips help you feel more prepared and comfortable when you trek out into nature. Enjoy! LINKS MENTIONED: Listen to the So You Want to Be a Photographer Podcast My interview with Gina - Episode 39 Register for Out of Chicago LIVE! Episode 15: How to Safely Explore the Outdoors With Courtney Harvey Gear Recommendations and Resources (so...

Episode 46: In today’s short Tidbit Tuesday, I explain some important concepts around depth of field before answering a listener question about how to photograph the moon with a foreground and get both in focus. Enjoy! LINKS MENTIONED: Join me at Out of Chicago LIVE! 2022 Chrissy Donadi’s Let’s Get Organized in Lightroom Course (use OPS20 to get 20% off until 3/15/22) Episode 12: How to Get Sharp Images + Thoughts on Location Sharing Download my FREE Hyperfocal Distance Made Easy Ebook Lea...

Episode 42: Today we return to our normal, more technically oriented Tidbit Tuesday episode with an explanation of exposure compensation - what it is, and how and when to use it in your outdoor photography. I tie together important photography concepts around exposure, priority modes, why histograms are better than camera meters, and more. I also announce the winner of the Backblaze license giveaway! A huge thank you to all who participated! LINKS MENTIONED: OPS Articles: What is Aperture in ...

Episode 40: Is there something that you really hope to achieve in your photography this year - something that you would really love to improve or to grow in some way - so that at this time next year, you can look back and feel proud of your progress? Well, I’ve been thinking about this a lot myself lately, and so in this short Tidbit Tuesday episode, I share with you how I’ve been approaching this question of goals and what I think is the one thing that will actually move the needle forward for ...

Episode 38: Today’s Tidbit Tuesday is a slightly condensed replay of Episode 2, which was all about landscape photography filters. I explain the four different types of filters most commonly used in outdoor photography, the three that I think are the ones worth having, how and when to use them, what to look for when choosing a filter, and I answer two listener questions. So if you are considering whether or not to add filters to your photography kit, or whether it’s time to upgrade what you have...

Episode 36: In this special Tidbit Tuesday episode, I’m joined by previous guests, Sarah Marino and Jennifer Renwick, to chat about: What makes photographing mud cracks so appealing How local knowledge of the landscape can help you find mud formations How geology and weather affect the formation of mud cracks, peels, swirls, and curls The power of patience and curiosity Expert tips and techniques on how to photograph different of compositions of mud How to respect the mud crac...

Episode 34: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I answer a listener question about how to achieve balance in photography composition. We chat about what balance is, what role balance plays in evoking certain emotions, how we can effectively use balance to create compelling photos, and more. Enjoy! LINKS MENTIONED: Episode 25: Reverent and Responsible Landscape Photography With Karen Cooper Episode 27: Creative Living and Expressive Photography With Alister Benn OPS Video Tutorial: Ready or Not, Here I...

Episode 32: In today’s quick Tidbit Tuesday, I answer two listener questions about camera sensor size, image quality, printing, and more. Enjoy! LINKS MENTIONED: Digital Camera Database Episode 24: How to Expose For High Dynamic Range Scenes BorrowLenses Rentals (affiliate link) Full Show Notes *** HAVE A QUESTION? Record a Question for Tidbit Tuesday LOVE THE OUTDOOR PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST? Ways you can support the show: Buy Me a Coffee Leave a Rating and Review Share the show with others! C...