Good nature photography is not just about technology. It is about having the knowledge and skills to produce a great photo and going to the extra effort to make it happen.

Teaching nature photography has taught me a lot about the combination of art and technology required. Good photography takes just the right mix of camera skill, creativity, and hard work.

Half my time spent teaching is concentrated on the essential mechanics of good photography; aperture, shutter speed, ISO, lenses and so on. The rest of the time is focused on understanding natural light, and the techniques of good composition.

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Good photography is a challenging field that can be made easier by learning some essential rules of technique and composition. A good photographer learns the rules; a great photographer knows when to break them.

Creative photography draws on a mixture of many things: art, technology, skill, patience, and indiviual flair.

As a beginner, wouldn’t it be nice if the whole thing could be explained with a simple set of rules that were easy to understand. Surely someone could just tell you what aperture to use in a given situation, or how to structure a composition to get the best results every time?

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A great landscape is an inspiration for any nature photographer, amateur or professional. The trouble is, almost every location you visit has already been photographed thousands of times before. Here are a few tips for adding character to your landscape photos.

Nature photography is not as easy as some people imagine. Yes, it can be greatly rewarding, but the quest for a unique image can also be very challenging.

It sounds so easy; visit a beautiful location, shoot a few snapshots, and come home with a work of art in your camera. After dealing with the public for over 20 years, I swear most people think it really is that simple.

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A dull sky can be a landscape photographer’s worst enemy. But when you encounter a really great sky, how do you make the most of it in your photography? Here are five simple tips that will add impact to your photos.

Great landscape photography requires patience, plus a little cooperation from mother nature. Many a good photographer has been frustrated by a good location in bad weather.

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When you photograph a great landmark, remember that it is photographed millions of times every year. The task of a good landscape photographer is to find a shot that stands out from the crowd.

Great landscape photography is never easy, but with patience and the right approach it can be both inspirational and rewarding. However, even the best landscape photographers have their share of failures.

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