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  • Shutter Speed Guide
    GENERALLY SPEAKING I figured when writing this that surely there wouldn’t be that much to say about this topic. I think most people grasp the basic understanding fairly quickly. There are however quite a few tricks you can employ using shutter speed! Lets start by defining it. It is the amount of time your camera’s… Read more: Shutter Speed Guide
  • Understanding Depth of Field
    Welcome to the depth of field master class! The general understanding of depth of field is simple enough. More in focus is a wide depth of field, less in focus is a shallow depth of field. While this is the most basic understanding, there’s is quite a bit more to talk about. To begin we… Read more: Understanding Depth of Field
  • Portrait Photography
    Everything i’ve learned about doing portraits in one condensed location! Portraits can be fun, but also stressful if you don’t have a lot of practice with them. With a little knowledge however, you can make some really great shots! LENS SELECTION You can use just about any lens for this task, however I would stick… Read more: Portrait Photography
  • Astrophotography
    Living out west has given me a profound appreciation for night sky viewing. Some of the US’s darkest skies are a mere 2 hours away. So you’d think that the opportunities are nearly limitless. The truth is, astrophotography is a tricky beast. Just getting the proverbial stars to align requires some choice weather, the correct… Read more: Astrophotography

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I’m James

Hi, I’m James — a photographer, gear enthusiast, and woodworking hobbyist based in the beautiful Southwest USA. By day, I fly airplanes around the world, but when I’m on the ground, I dive into my passions: capturing compelling images, exploring the latest photography gear, and building with my hands in the workshop. This site is where I share photography tutorials, honest gear reviews, and a bit of sawdust-covered creativity. Whether you’re here to sharpen your skills behind the lens or get inspired to build something new, I’m glad you stopped by.

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