Yep, we are at the midway point of the gift guides, and getting ready to see some parades, have a sumptuous turkey dinner, and the a movie. I hope the posts so far have been helpful. Here is where we are, so far! More to come in a couple of days!! *Software *Travel Gear *Storage […]

When I first heard about this cool little camera, I wanted to grab one. At a price point of about $30, what a perfect little stocking stuffer or cool retro camera. OK, the price has gone up to $35, since I put it into my cart at BH to be fair. And by cashing in […]

Let’s talk about the tools that keep your camera work steady. Specific to your needs, no wonder having a few at hand is the right call! *Manfrotto Be Free  *Gitzo traveler Series 1 *Peak Design Pro *Sirui SVM-145 3-Section Carbon Fiber Monopod *Sirui SVM-145 3-Section Carbon Fiber Monopod *Joby Gorillapod *Platypod *DJI RS 4 *DJI […]

There is a possible condition that most photographers have. Other than gear acquisition. That is the number of bags we covet then own. Picking a bag for your camera gear is not only personal, but situation specific. I’ll go through a variety of choices here, and know that, with one exception, I have personally used. […]

One of the best deals around Black Friday is always storage drives and media cards. Many times, the deals are on previous gen tech, but the prices can’t be beat. If you have ever had a storage drive crash, you know what I mean. Back your work up as many times/places as you feel comfortable. […]

The travel season is upon us! And here are some products that will make you , or your giftee’s life better! Hope you have your tickets, are all gassed up, or just have the itinerary laid out. Here is a round-up of a few things that may help you enjoy your trip just a little […]

And another season begins! One note I’ll make is that usually the best deals on Black Friday or Cyber Monday are media cards, batteries and software deals, which is why I’m starting here. In the US, tariffs have been affecting physical gear prices so keep an eye out special pricing. Of course your year end […]

There are things we have no control over, like when a loved one develops a condition, that there is no coming back from. Chris Hemsworth, known for his big screen roles as Thor, lays bare his personal life as he grapples with the reality of his father, Craig, recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, slowly starting to […]

If there is one publication that has been part of my life forever, it’s National Geographic. Long known for quality and impact of it’s images showing the world around us, this is the pinnacle of the photographic world. When a photographer can add the credit ” National Geographic Photographer” to their bio, it is a […]

One of the most dangerous and important jobs in the world is that of the conflict photojournalist. Sometimes known as a war correspondent, always a witness to the horrors and human toll of war. There are few that manage to balance a life outside of those assignments. Pulitzer Prize–winning photojournalist and MacArthur Fellow Lynsey Addario […]