Hanging Out with Great Photographers
A week in the mountains taking photos is always fun, but doubly so when you get to meet up with some amazing photographers in the process. Here’s who I hung out with up in Colorado!
My Colorado Fall Trip was Amazing!
I’m just back from Colorado and captured a lot of beautiful images. Here’s a sampling of them - enjoy!
Adios, for now
I’m in Colorado, chasing Fall vibes and creating new images. It’s been fun, tiring, and yet somehow magical. Here’s an update on things you may expect from me.
Six Months from Now
Big changes come from small efforts. Here’s how to make steady, meaningful progress in your photography over the next six months - on your own terms.
Simple Secrets for Striking B&W in Lightroom
Creating stunning black and white images in Lightroom is super easy. Follow along and see how I do just that!
Stop trying to make perfect photos
I used to chase “perfect” photos. Now I embrace the flaws—and my images are better for it.
Create This Dark Urban Look in Luminar Neo
The dark urban look is interesting and attractive on the right shots, and in Luminar Neo it’s really easy to create, too. Follow along and see how it’s done!
My Secret for Perfect Color Grades in Luminar
Here’s a great trick for making sure your color grade looks perfect in Luminar.
Start Where You Are
In photography, the best way to learn is to just take the shot. Forget perfect conditions and just start where you are.
Lightroom Secrets for EPIC Fall Photos
Making Fall colors really come to life is easy in Lightroom. Follow along with this quick tutorial and see how I like to do just that.
I Did Another Gear Overhaul and I’m Thrilled About It
I recently swapped out some gear in favor of a new direction I’m taking. Read all about it in this detailed breakdown.
Skip This Masking Step, Ruin Your Edit
In this tutorial, I cover the most important aspect of masking an image, which will make or break your edit. You will want to see this!
Find Your Own Path
It’s important to discover your own methods in photography, even as you learn from others. Here’s some quick thoughts about that.
Lightroom TOTALLY Misnamed This Mask
The landscape masks in Lightroom are good for more than just landscapes - you can even use them on a cityscape. Follow along as I share a workflow demo using these excellent masking tools.
Luminar’s Epic Color Tool Will Change How You Edit
Color Harmony is the most powerful and comprehensive color tool in Luminar, but all that power tends to raise questions from my viewers. In this video, I break it all down for you so you know exactly how it all works.
From Pageviews to Purpose: Why I Changed my Website’s Direction
My site has been through a lot—lists, reviews, random posts, and plenty of traffic that didn’t really matter. Today, I’m focused on what does matter: photography education, community, and building something meaningful. Here’s how I got there.
Dramatic Cityscapes in Lightroom (a few clicks!)
Follow along as I show how I take an average photo and turn it into something much more interesting in Lightroom.
Luminar Quick Tip: My 3-Click White Balance Fix
Here’s a powerful trick for those times when you need help getting white balance just right. I know you will enjoy this one!
My Favorite Tools in Luminar Neo
There are several tools that are my favorites in Luminar Neo. These are the ones I love the most, and use the most. Here’s my list. What makes the cut for you?