Garrett Grove: Photographer Spotlight

Garrett Grove: Photographer Spotlight: "This commercial photographer spotlight features Garrett Grove. Garrett’s career in photography developed out of the world of action and adventure sports. He has worked with companies such as Patagonia, La Sportiva, Necky Kayaks and for publications British Airways, ESPN, National Geographic Adventure and Skiing. Garrett lives and works in Washington state, close to the mountains and adventures in his photos."

The Importance of ‘Enough’ Depth of Field in Wildlife Photography

The Importance of ‘Enough’ Depth of Field in Wildlife Photography: "Depth of field is often discussed when reading about wildlife photography, usually with the emphasis on ensuring that a small enough depth of field is used to guarantee that the background is thrown out of focus to give emphasis to the subject. However, it is important to ensure that the depth of field you obtain is still large enough to render the entire subject in sharp focus – what good is an image that has a beautifully soft, distraction free background, if the subject itself is not in focus."

How to Use Remote Flash Triggers in Photography – PictureCorrect

How to Use Remote Flash Triggers in Photography – PictureCorrect: "As photographers we spend a lot of time playing with light. Light is our medium, we talk about its color, its quality, its size and its softness. And a lot of our talk is about how to change it"

Olympus PEN E-PL2 Review

Olympus PEN E-PL2 Review: "It’s been a while since I’ve seen the PEN E-PL1 and this one comes at the right time — and price — for an entry level camera following the Four Thirds plan. In keeping with the PEN format the camera is mirrorless, dispensing with the pentaprism and optical viewing."

Holga's TIM camera lets film fans experiment in 3D

Holga's TIM camera lets film fans experiment in 3D: "Lo-fi photography focuses on creative experiments with the use of inexpensive film cameras - like the Holga Twin Image Maker (TIM). This US$60 camera features double lenses to shoot either 3D images or half frames, allows for multiple exposure of a single frame and comes with a detachable flash with color filters."

Four Simple Photography Techniques And Tricks

Four Simple Photography Techniques And Tricks: "In most cases photographers already have the correct equipment. Most also have the eagerness to learn more and are willing to try to do better. Some however lack the ability to naturally frame a photo in their minds-eye. That's why tricks and tips can be a wonderful add-on asset. It can also help you to become an excellent photographer very quickly."

Tips And Tricks To Take Amazing Pictures Of Humming Bird

Tips And Tricks To Take Amazing Pictures Of Humming Bird: "Humming bird photography is a great way to stimulate creativity in photography, particularly for beginner photographers."

BetterPhoto Instructor Insights: GPS Add-on Units for DSLR Cameras

BetterPhoto Instructor Insights: GPS Add-on Units for DSLR Cameras: "Q: You recently discussed point-and-shoot cameras with a built-in GPS receiver, but I use a digital SLR. What add-on GPS unit do you recommend for such cameras?"

10 Tips for Mastering Instagram

10 Tips for Mastering Instagram: "Yes. I love taking photos. Yes. I am a professional photographer.

But no. I do not carry my camera around with me all the time. Nor do I want to.

This is why I am absolutely in. love. with Instagram.

Available for Droid or iPhone, Instagram allows you to manipulate the photos that come from your phone, and create masterpieces.

And don’t worry – I am going to show you just how to do that."

Creating a Home Photography Studio on a Budget

Creating a Home Photography Studio on a Budget: "I live in the Pacific Northwest and every now and then we have days when the weather isn’t ideal. Overcast days are fantastic for photography, but the rainy days drive me inside. I have a sleeve for my camera that I use on those days when a shot is too good to pass up; otherwise, I use my home studio."