Episodes

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 61: Today I sit down with Oregon-based landscape photographer and educator, Sean Bagshaw, to chat about: How he transitioned from teaching middle school science to being a full-time landscape photographer and photography educator How he analyzed his own photographs and how that helped to improve his photography early on The importance of connecting with other photographers as part of his growth as a self-taught photographer How to translate what you connect with in the lands...

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 59: Today I sit down with Maine-based landscape and nature photographer, John Putnam, to chat about: How his background in filmmaking led to how he approaches still photography today Documenting nature in an artistic way His decisions around opening a gallery on Mount Desert Island and the pros and cons of having a gallery How he balances his creative work with family life, running the gallery, and leading workshops and photo tours Connecting deeply with an iconic locatio...

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 57: Today I sit down with California-based professional landscape photographer and educator, Michael Frye, to chat about: His early days working at the Ansel Adams Gallery and who were some of his sources of inspiration What the art and craft of landscape photography means How both light on the landscape and the light from within can evoke emotions and moods in landscape photography The difference between developing your vision as a photographer versus a personal style Cr...

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 55: Today I sit down with award-winning landscape photographer, Cheyne Walls, to chat about: How his formal training as a photographer learning both film and digital photography shaped his approach to landscape photography Why he uses an ALPA 12 TC camera with a Phase One digital back How to use stitched images to create unique perspectives as well as large printable files Why he uses a light meter to help him with composition What filters he uses to get the exposure he w...

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 53: Today I sit down with Iowa-based photographer and educator, Justin Tedford, to chat about: Photography as a side hustle and balancing it with a full-time job and family Using intentional camera movement (ICM) as a creative exercise Structuring and pursuing passion photography projects Using photography to tell stories How to connect with and gain trust with your subjects Using natural light or external light sources to create environmental portraits His ongoing ...

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 51: Today I sit down with full-time nature photographer and educator, David Kingham, to chat about: The pros and cons of living as a nomadic nature photographer Returning to in-person workshops post-Covid The benefits of getting outside of your comfort zone How to deal with creative burnout Finding inspiration through doing the work What he connects with in the landscape How to manage a business as an introvert His decision to buy and manage Nature Photographer’s...

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 49: Today I sit down with California landscape photographer and climber, Claude Fiddler, to chat about: How an early experience on the John Muir Trail laid the foundation for his passion for the mountains and mountaineering How to think about risk assessment and learning how to safely dig deep mentally and physically The photographers and writers who influenced how he approaches photography What makes a photograph a picture rather than just a photo The key element that ma...

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 47: Today I sit down with Arctic specialist and photographer, Talor Stone, and award-winning filmmaker, Ashlei Payne, to chat about: Their individual paths, experiences, and stories that have led them to collaborate on an impactful conservation project in Greenland How to develop a film and photography project from initial inspiration and story idea into reality How science and art can come together to create stories with global impact The details of their forthcoming docume...

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 45: Today I sit down with John Barclay, to chat about: His unexpected journey into photography The lasting impact of his mentors, Nancy Rotenberg, Freeman Patterson, and others How to overcome negative self-talk or beliefs about not being creative How his photography workshops and contemplative photography retreats differ and the value of each approach How to create personally expressive images What is meant by contemplative photography The nuanced difference betwee...

Episode 44: 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 43: Today I sit down with photographic artist, educator, author, speaker, and Canon Explorer of Light, Erin Babnik, to chat about: How traveling independently as a small child helped her learn to travel with ease as an adult How she navigated the tumultuous time of losing her new home and all her belongings in a deadly wildfire Her core values that keep her focused, happy, and productive The one thing that inspires her to do landscape photography The photographer’s role i...

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 41: Today I sit down with wildlife and landscape photographer,Juan Pons, to chat about: How the right teacher at the right time inspired his journey into photography How his curiosity and interest in studying wildlife led to becoming a wildlife photographer His approach to teaching and leading photography workshops and why many of his workshops are all-inclusive Why winter is a great season for photographing wildlife The key skills, techniques, and knowledge for making me...

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 39: Welcome to another special episode! This week, I’m thrilled to share with you a guest episode from the So You Want to Be a Photographer Podcast with Gina Milicia, where she interviewed me about my journey from molecular biology to nature photography, ethical landscape photography, whether HDR is overrated, the importance of learning how to read natural light, what portrait photographers can learn from landscape photographers, gear, settings, and more! LINKS MENTIONED: Website: ht...