Recent Landscapes Articles

Tips to Improve Your Landscape Photo Compositions

Composition can be a challenging aspect to master in landscape photography. Even the most breathtaking view doesn’t automatically result in a great photo. The challenge lies in translating that view into a compelling image.

The Complete Landscape Photography Workflow

Capturing a great landscape photograph involves more than just pressing the shutter. To truly elevate your work, you need to understand the entire process—from planning your shoot to perfecting the final image.

Is Medium Format Worth It?

High-end gear can be tempting, especially when it promises unmatched image quality. But is it always worth it?

How to Balance Planning and Spontaneity in Landscape Photography

You’ve probably experienced those moments when the weather changes unexpectedly or you find yourself on the wrong trail. These challenges are all part of the landscape photography journey, but how you handle them can make or break your shot. Preparation, persistence, and a little flexibility can lead to stunning results.

7 Telephoto Lens Mistakes to Avoid for Better Landscape Photography

Using a telephoto lens is one of the most powerful tools for capturing landscape photography. It enables you to explore perspectives far beyond what classic wide-angle shots can achieve, allowing for creative and compelling compositions. However, using a telephoto lens can be tricky, especially if you’re just getting started. In this article, I share my top seven mistakes to avoid when using a telephoto lens, along with some technical advice and creative tips to enhance your photography.

Lightroom Masking: A Step-by-Step Guide

Lightroom’s masking tools can dramatically transform an image by targeting specific areas for enhancement. Here's a look at a powerful approach to editing using them.

Transform Your Photos with Simple Lightroom Adjustments

Creating magical light in your photos can turn a good image into something truly captivating. If you’ve ever struggled with making a bright, contrast-rich scene feel more dynamic and visually appealing, this tutorial might be exactly what you need.

Techniques for Turning Harsh Light into Photographic Art

Harsh light is often seen as a photographer's nemesis, washing out colors and flattening textures. But what if you could turn that challenging light into a creative advantage? That's exactly what this video explores.

Mastering Framing Techniques for Stunning Landscape Photos

Framing is one of the most powerful tools in photography. It’s not just about what’s in your shot, but how you use the environment to draw attention to your subject. The way you position elements within your frame can turn a simple scene into something extraordinary, guiding the viewer’s eye and adding layers of meaning to your image.

Tips to Remember for Long Exposure Photography

Long exposure photography can create some beautiful artwork out of ordinary scenes. Bodies of water become glass, and clouds become painterly waves in the sky. Here are some tips to get started in the endeavor.

Five Pro Tips for Improving Your Handheld Landscape Photography

Are your handheld landscape photography photos never quite sharp? Do you struggle with what camera settings to use once you start trying to handhold the camera for your photos? I have five tips to help maximize your success with handheld landscape photography.

Mastering Light in Landscape Photography

Light plays a crucial role in landscape photography. While many believe the best light comes during sunrise and sunset, you can find stunning light at any time of day. Understanding how to work with different lighting conditions can transform your photos.

Unlock Hidden Gems in Your Old Photos

Photographers often overlook the potential hidden within their old raw files. Revisiting these images with modern editing tools can reveal stunning details and new perspectives.

Techniques for Stunning Seascape Photography

Capturing the power and beauty of seascapes requires the right approach and equipment. A telephoto lens can transform your seascape photography by bringing distant waves into stunning detail.

Choosing the Best Lenses for Stunning Landscape Photography

Landscape photography is all about capturing the vast beauty of nature, from expansive vistas to colorful skies. Choosing the right lens can make a significant difference in how you capture these breathtaking scenes.

A POV of the Stunning Dolomites

The Dolomites, in Italy, is a place like no other, with towering jagged peaks, unique rock colors and formations, and most of all, it seems to change a lot but very little at the same time. The light and weather are key components when it comes to creating banger shots in this UNESCO World Heritage location.

Common Mistakes With Wide Angle Lenses

Wide angled lenses can produce stunning images, but they come with challenges. They require skill to avoid common mistakes that many, especially beginners, often make.

Mastering Black and White Landscape Photography

Mastering black and white photography can transform your landscape images into stunning works of art. This video offers a five secrets to elevate your black and white photos, guiding you through techniques rarely discussed.

Preserving Hidden Gems in Landscape Photography

When visiting a new location, the excitement and expectation of capturing something epic are always at the forefront of a photographer’s mind. However, beyond the thrill of the shot lies a deeper responsibility—protecting the places we photograph.

The Importance of Being Fluid in Landscape Photography

Landscape photography thrives on flexibility and spontaneity. The ever-changing nature of light and weather requires us to adapt quickly, abandon rigid plans, and let the natural elements guide our shots. This fluid approach often leads to the most captivating and memorable images, showcasing the dynamic connection of light, land, and sky. Here’s why being fluid in your landscape photography is essential, along with some practical tips to help you embrace this mindset.

5 Tips for Better Landscape Photos

Understanding the nuances of landscape photography can elevate your work from good to breathtaking. Composition plays a vital role in capturing stunning images.

Unlock the Power of Light and Shadow With Lightroom

Enhancing light and shadows in landscape photography can dramatically transform your images, adding depth and visual interest. Here's a great approach to adding that depth in Lightroom.