When I can’t get out with my camera–or when I’m thinking about new projects–I like to surf around and get inspired. I enjoy studying the work of other photographers. Not only does beautiful photography make me happy, it inspires me creatively. I get ideas for looking at things in new ways. I learn composition, lighting,…
Today is the first day of fall in the northern hemisphere. Fall is one of my favorite seasons. Besides the opportunity for stunning fall photography as the leaves change color, and the sky turns bluer, it’s harvest time. And that means making and eating delicious treats like caramel apples, cider, pumpkin pie, and putting up…
One of the beauties of summer in Colorado are the sunflower fields. Sunflowers are a popular farm crop here in the Centennial State. And about early August, you can see vast fields of sunflowers dotting the eastern plains. Once the fields are fully grown, a creative outing to make some stunning sunflower photos is a…
Tomorrow is the first day of summer. Usually I’d celebrate the occasion with a trip to Colorado’s stunning Rocky Mountains. Heading up to the Mt. Evans Scenic Byway has often been on my first day of summer list. But this year, the Mt. Evans Road will not open and I won’t be able to make…
Everyone wants to look better in pictures. I can’t even count the number of times I have had people tell me they want me to make them look thinner, taller, younger and just better. And, of course, they’re sure that I can and will employ some sort of digital magic that will magically make it…
I am all about a great road trip. And, as a photographer, scenery counts. I’ve made a lot of beautiful and interesting scenic drives over the years, but there is none that compares to California’s Pacific Coast Highway. As much as I love I-70 between I-15 and Denver, especially the part through the Colorado’s Rocky…
Point Lobos State Natural Preserve in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, has always been one of my favorite places. And since I became a photographer, I love it even more. I recently spent a day hiking nearly every one of the trails between Gibson Beach and Whaler’s Cove. As both a nature lover and a photographer, I was…
When my husband and I got married 34 years ago, we spent our honeymoon traveling California’s Pacific Coast Highway from San Diego to the Russian River. We’ve always talked about a repeat journey, but somehow it just never happened. Until this summer. Some unexpected family events allowed us some time away from work and other…
Having a photograph to remember your entire family reunion group, your graduating class or your wedding party is priceless. But if you’ve ever tried taking a large group portrait, you know it’s not easy. To successfully photograph large groups, professional photographers prepare well in advance. Choosing your setting carefully and choosing the right backdrop or…
Macro photography may be one of the most fascinating but least understood genres of photography. While it may sound scientific and complicated, macro photography is a term many photographers use for extreme close-up photography. Technically speaking, it refers to photographs where the subjects are photographed between 1/10 life-size and actual life size. For example, photographing…
