Today I’m going to talk about the most versatile lens in my camera bag: the 35mm lens. I didn’t know it was possible to love another lens more than I loved my 50mm lens, but my friend Erin assured me…
24mm Lens Uses for Travel Photography
I’ll be the first to admit it. I underestimated the 24mm lens uses in travel photography. Before purchasing it, I had a wide angle lens that I loved, and I couldn’t imagine that the 24mm prime lens could be more…
50mm Travel Photography Lens Review & More
For awhile, I’ve been trying to figure out how to share more photography content and information on my blog. I get a lot of questions about cameras. The truth is, good photography has less to do with the camera and…
Blurb Discount for Black Friday
This is a re-share an update to last year’s post because when I got the email with this year’s discount for Black Friday, I wanted to reshare it! 2020 Update: Save 40% off using promo code PERFECTGIFT – current as of 12/2020 I…
How to Photograph Fireworks
Now that summer is upon us and the 4th of July is coming up, I thought I’d give you some of my best tips on how to photograph fireworks! Fireworks are one of my favorite parts of any celebration, and…
Get Out of Auto Mode (and into Manual Mode)
People are always asking me how to improve their photography skills. The first step is to get out of auto mode on your camera. Until you get out of auto mode, it’s going to be hard to get the pictures…
Must See: Piazzale Michelangelo Sunset & Camera Settings
When I get sad about our wedding photos, my husband tries to comfort me by telling me that maybe I was too beautiful to photograph. (He’s sweet. Really sweet. But that’s not exactly that comforting.) I didn’t really understand what he…
5 Easy Night Photography Tips
One of my favorite things about traveling is photographing cities at night. There is something magical about cities at night. Whether capturing iconic landmarks or seeing things from a different perspective, I try to take some night shots everywhere I…
