Color is a powerful visual tool that works wonders on your photography. Using split toning when editing your photos is among the most effective ways to do this. If you’re fairly new to post processing techniques, it’s worth learning how to utilize it, whatever your photo editing software. In the…

There’s nothing like Sweden in the summer. Light hangs in the air for hours, boats nose through island-studded bays, and cafés spill onto sidewalks as Swedes take advantage of the fleeting warm weather.  With so much of the year spent in the cold and dark, the never-ending light that summer…

At around AUD $160 (currently a steal at AUD $79.99/ USD $69.99), the Neewer Z160 is an affordable, lightweight, and easy-to-use on-camera flash that’s perfect for beginners and casual shooters. Its simplicity and decent battery life make it an excellent first flash or backup. However, its limited power, fixed head,…

This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my disclosure policy. Air fryer teriyaki salmon is the best fast and tasty meal! The salmon cooks up perfectly tender with crisp edges, then gets coated in a glossy, sweet-and-savory teriyaki glaze that…

OK, maybe not right at the camera. And I know, I know, we shouldn’t encourage small children to throw stuff, especially at expensive cameras. But let’s explore the idea, because by using the natural environment, readily available props and gravity, you can add color and movement easily to your next…

Here’s the latest in a series on lighting in the studio. Wood is the subject and we are building depth and dimension by lighting from behind. This was assigned by Dr. T from Platypod. Note that I am a Platypod Ambassador and have been given gear with which to work.…

This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my disclosure policy. Some nights you just need dinner on the table fast! That’s when this garlic shrimp stir fry saves the day. Juicy shrimp, crisp veggies, and the BEST garlicky sauce all come…

Imagine this: we’re side by side at a local pond, a thermos of coffee between us as the first light comes up. You’ve got your camera with a 24-105mm lens. I’ve got mine, too, but chose to bring my 300mm lens instead. As we set up, you say you wish…

This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my disclosure policy. Skip the takeout, these Kung Pao Chicken Noodles are spicy, saucy, and loaded with flavor! Tender chicken, chewy noodles, crunchy peanuts, and a kick of heat all come together in…

This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my disclosure policy. Do you like your chili with beans or without? This authentic Texas chili keeps it classic. Just bold, tender chuck roast, without beans. It has a rich, smoky flavor in…