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Ever looked at a photo and wondered why some scenes feel almost flat, while others pull you straight inside the frame? That’s the quiet magic of expansion and compression—the way your lens can bend space and perception. In this post, I’ll show you how distance and focal length shape what you see (and feel) through the camera. No formulas, no rocket science—just a little visual wizardry I use every time I shoot.

The AI Brain Tremors are Comming! The problem with artificial intelligence starts with the name. “Intelligence” suggests something human, conscious, and self-directed, but today’s AI isn’t any of those things. It doesn’t think in the abstract or reason about the world. It produces results by recognizing patterns and reflecting the data—and the prompts—we feed into it. The real danger isn’t that machines are becoming human; it’s that humans mistake mimicry for mind. AI is not

Life of a Photographer 🎞️ — We’ve talked about when to replace gear, why rice won’t save your camera, and the risks of buying used. So, let’s flip the question — when does it make sense to repair your camera?

Life of a Photographer 🎞️ — You wouldn’t believe how many times I’ve heard this: “I only dropped it in the pool for a second. Can’t I just dry it out in rice? Let’s clear that up right now — rice doesn’t save cameras. It just gives you false hope while corrosion quietly eats your gear alive.

Life of a Photographer 🎞️ — After “repair or replace,” the next question I always hear is: “Should I buy refurbished or just used?” When searching for a more economical camera replacement, most folks — myself included — look for a second-hand deal. Buying a well-lived camera means having confidence in either the seller or the equipment. Ideally, you want both.

Capturing the beauty of Florida’s landscapes and the Milky Way under the cloak of night is a passion that drives me. As the Director of Photo Education at Johnson PhotoImaging, I’ve had the privilege of guiding many photographers on their journey to mastering the art of low-light photography. This post is a deep dive into the techniques that can help you create stunning images when the light is scarce.

Life of a Photographer 🎞️ — one of the most common questions I get is… “Should I repair my old camera or just replace it?” The answer is almost always: replace it. The digital camera industry doesn’t work like the old analog days, when a repair could keep a body going for decades. Today, you have to think about processing power, sensor quality, and advanced autofocus. Even entry-level mirrorless cameras now outperform older pro DSLRs in many ways.

Photography has always been my way of connecting with the world around me. Living in Florida, with its diverse landscapes and breathtaking night skies, I find endless inspiration. Over the years, I have developed a deep passion for capturing these scenes in a way that transcends color - through monochrome landscape techniques. This approach allows me to emphasize texture, contrast, and mood, creating timeless fine art prints that tell a story beyond the visible spectrum.

Photography is more than just capturing moments - it’s about sharing a story, a feeling, a connection to the world around us. For me, that story unfolds in the breathtaking landscapes of Florida and the mesmerizing Milky Way above. Through my lens, I strive to freeze those moments in time and transform them into fine art that speaks to the soul. If you’re looking to buy landscape photo prints that bring a piece of that wonder into your space, you’re in the right place.

Photography has always been my way of connecting with the world, primarily through the breathtaking landscapes of Florida and the mesmerizing Milky Way. Capturing these moments is only part of the story. The real magic happens when these images transform into fine art prints that bring a piece of that wonder into your space. Over the years, I’ve discovered how photography printing services can elevate your work and open new doors for artists and collectors alike.

If you have the opportunity to visit a place with a dark sky, enjoy the moment. The darkness is fading across the world, and one day the nig

I mentioned before, way back in Part 1, settings, equipment, and processing play a small part. The majority of the time is doing...

In October and November, the Milky Way is disappearing from view in the Northern Hemisphere. Our location along the globe's latitude will...

During the days of summer, I'm looking for night landscapes I can share with my son. I made a recording of him a few years ago standing...

I've talked about Equipment and Exposure in Part One and Part Two. However, you soon realize that equipment and settings play a tiny part...

During the upcoming Milky Way season, I'm planning a trip outside of Florida within driving distance. The Smoky Mountain National Park is...

Equipment, settings, and editing are the most manageable parts of recording and processing the Milky Way's light data. The hardest part...

This is the second part of a series of posts about planning for the upcoming Milky Way Season in 2021. In the previous post, I wrote...

I've been chasing the Milky Way for the last five years around the state of Florida. I've been fortunate to discover some incredible...

I wasn't always a photographer. First, I wanted to be an artist or a writer.