Posts Tagged ‘photography’
Three tips for creating better landscape photographs in Maui, Hawaii.
Below are three tips to make better images in Hawaii. A slow shutter speed creates a silky appearance. Set the time you want the shutter to stay open and the depth of field, and change the iso to make the exposure work. 2. Use a graduated neutral density filter to manage light so that the…
Read MoreLife goes on
As my 59th birthday approaches, I’ve taken a look back to reflect upon the good, bad, and ugly events that have shaped my life. The sum of my experiences has taught me that everyone has a history or past and that how we live, and act in the present is what will shape our future.…
Read MoreSimple things photographers can do when traveling that solve problems from ever starting
Regardless of what kind of camera, size of memory, speed of lens, people want to remember and share their experiences. Photography is the best way to do that. However, with all the last minute things that happen on the day of travel that sometimes problems arise. Here are some travel tips for photographers. These tips…
Read MoreTips on Underwater Photography while snorkeling on vacation
With summer in full swing, lots of families are coming to Hawaii, and I have seen a variety of cameras and cell phones being used at the surface while snorkeling. Here are some commonsense tips. Spoiler alert they dont all have to do with the camera but have everything to do with you! Tip one.…
Read MoreA Few Moments of Bliss
These days there is a lot going on with Covid, politics, global warming. While all important issues, we all deserve a few minutes of bliss. As a professional photographer I create images that evoke emotion and decided to create a slide show with the goal of helping people find some bliss. Remember there is a…
Read MoreHow shutter speed affects the emotion of an image
If photographing sports, action, wildlife, or whales, chances are you want to freeze the moment so the viewer can take it in. Situations like this call for a fast shutter speed, like 500th-1000th of a second. When photographing landscapes that have an ocean or stream as part of the composition some photographers may want to…
Read MoreDry or wet, we have a workshop for you
I am in the midst of packing for Tonga. I will be leading two back to back photography workshops dedicated to humpback whales. We will photograph them from the comfort of a 53 foot sailing catamaran and while snorkeling in the sea. I will do some presentations and help people set up their…
Read MoreU/W photography allows divers to capture all the color and excitement that exists underwater
Most of the worlds population has not had the chance to scuba dive and see the wonders that exist underwater. Indonesia, Fiji, Palau, Papau New Guinea, and the Philippines boast underwater reefs that feature a cornucopia of color. Hawaii, does not have a lot of color in comparison but the state has more endemic…
Read MoreStellar Sunset in Maui
Every once in a while the sunset in Maui is just spectacular. The sky becomes vibrant and dramatic, and a few minutes later its gone. So glad I was on the beach to capture this sunset. Its a keeper.
Read MoreCreating photographs from a low position creates a pleasing composition
One of the things I stress when teaching photography is never put the horizon in the middle of the frame unless you have a good reason. The reason is it breaks the image into half. It is much more desirable to put the horizon on the bottom or top third of the…
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