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No two zebras are alike

I'm normally a "big color" type of photographer, but I have been exploring a new creative path with black and white photography, and have both learned a lot and changed my mind about monochromes.  It's all due to my recent use of Tonality by Macphun - and here are 10 examples of the same photo that show you just how versatile monochrome photography can be.

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Why I switched to Aurora HDR Pro

Recently, I made the switch from using Photomatix to create my HDR photos over to Aurora HDR Pro.  Today, I share my thoughts with you about why I made the switch and what I gained from it.  I think you will enjoy this.

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The Nik Collection is now free. Is that a good thing?

The Nik Collection of software for post-processing your images is now free.  Everyone has been rushing to download it.  While that sounds great on the surface, I have some concerns about the whole thing.  Just because it's free doesn't mean it's worth your time.  Read on and let me know your position on this. 

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First impressions: Aurora HDR Pro

Today I share some insight into Aurora HDR Pro - a new product I am using to create my HDR photos with (and my single exposures too).  It's incredibly versatile and powerful, and I am having a great time with it.  Read my quick review, see some screenshots and finished photos, and let me know if you have any questions!  

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My plan for 2016

It's a New Year, and I'm already busy.  I am planning on doing a lot this year, taking my photography business to new levels, and enjoying the heck out of it.  Here's a personal post about what I am thinking. I welcome your feedback, and look forward to a productive 2016!  Thanks for following along!

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Highlights from 2015

It's fun to look back on the year that just ended, and today's post is exactly that - a look back.  2015 was a year of photography, travel, and change - and I hope I did it justice in this summary.  Grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and enjoy the review - there's a LOT here!  Thanks for visiting my blog this year!

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Quotas, epiphanies, and advice from Dad

Today's post is an essay about goal-setting and getting caught up in the goals for the sake of achieving them.  I lost my creative direction earlier this year, but I have found it again and am back on track.  Oh, and I had an epiphany this summer that set it all in motion.  Read on and let me know your thoughts!

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