Motion Creates Emotion

Using a slow shutter speed enables the photographer to create smooth silky patterns and flows of water. The motion in the water creates emotion as the viewer takes in the portrait. I used a three stop graduated filter to create this portrait. The filter lowered the quantity of light in the background and enabled me…

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Maui Photo Tours suggests using a tripod when creating landscape photography

At Maui Photo Tours and Workshops, we know it is a hassle  for Visitors  to pack a tripod.  Luggage restrictions are so harsh these days not to mention tripods are bulky and hard to fin in the suitcase or carry on.  We get it. That is why we have a light weight travel style tripod…

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Motion adds excitement

  In this image I want to slow the wave as it met the beach.  I used a 1/15th of a second shutter speed to accomplish this.  The low camera angle adds an extra bit of interest.   The sun had just risen and the light was changing fast.  This is why landscape photographers always…

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