RAW PERFECTION: THE PHOTOSHOP DISCLOSURE MANIFESTO
I consider a successful nature photograph to adhere closely to the RAW file. Here I discuss why I think nature images should have disclosure of post-processing techniques.
Toucans, Hummingbirds, and More – New Images
Check out a number of new images, along with detailed tech info and descriptions of how each was taken.
Images from the Central Pacific
Check out a few recent images, and the stories behind them, from a recent photo tour to Costa Rica's Central Pacific Coast.
Setting Up Your New Canon 7D by Guest Contributor Doug Brown
The 7D has proven to be a popular new Canon camera but the wealth of new features and settings has some nature photographers confused. Bird flight photographer Doug Brown shares his 7D menu settings to help you get tack sharp bird images.
Photo Gear & Techniques
New Canon Gear Announced
Well, Canon has announced some new photo gear of interest to nature photographers...
Canon 7D Setup and Menu Videos, courtesy of B & H Photo Video
The Canon 7D, judging from the high number of visits to the great 7D setup guide...
Sensor Cleaning — How To Video Link
I get a lot of queries about cleaning the digital camera sensor, and many people...
Hummingbird Portfolio Sneak Peek
I’ve been working a lot over the last year on my hummingbird portfolio. My...
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Greg's Choice
Featured Photographer — Michel Bury
I had the pleasure of shooting with Michel Bury of Quebec here in Costa Rica on...
Canon EOS Discovery Series video with me in it
A few years ago, Canon Europe asked me to work with them on a video series featuring...
Multiple-flash Experiments for Hummingbirds
Everyone who visits this blog knows that I love photographing hummingbirds. In fact,...
Green-crowned brilliant at Bomarea flower
Hi, just a quick post here to show off a hummingbird picture I really liked. I went...
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Featured Images
Tropical Bird Photography Trip, Jan. 2011
I’m pleased to announce that I have finalized the preparations for the annual tropical bird photography tour that I co-lead with my good friend Doug Brown, who is one of the most respected bird photographers in the US and is a moderator in the avian forum at BirdPhotographers.net. Doug is also a very nice guy, and he and I thoroughly enjoy working... [Read more of this review]
Fine Art Hummingbirds
I had a chance to take a few (literally just a few!) hummingbird pictures yesterday and was able to get some that I really liked. When I was in grad school, I worked at the Missouri Botanical Garden and always enjoyed the botanical illustrations in many of the books in the fantastic library there. There was something about the illustrations’ spare... [Read more of this review]
On Location Images — Something Different
Though I’m a nature photographer at heart, I occasionally do an on-location shoot here in Costa Rica for tourist attractions and ecolodges. This is not my bread and butter but it helps pay the bills and offers a fresh challenge from a photographic standpoint — dealing with tricky lighting, varied subjects, time limits, and compositional... [Read more of this review]
Multiple-flash Experiments for Hummingbirds
Everyone who visits this blog knows that I love photographing hummingbirds. In fact, one could say it’s become a bit of an obsession! Why? Well, hummingbirds are just amazing in terms of their plumage, colors, and flight capabilities. Every time I photograph hummingbirds I get a surprise visitor or pose. In addition, since photographing hummingbirds... [Read more of this review]
Finally, the quetzal image I’ve wanted!
Well, it’s not perfect, but this image is quite close to what I’ve imagined capturing for the past five years or so. To my mind, four things contribute to a good portrait of the resplendent quetzal. First, you want to include the whole bird, including that magnificent tail. And for this, you need to have a nice clean look at the bird without... [Read more of this review]
Green-crowned brilliant at Bomarea flower
Hi, just a quick post here to show off a hummingbird picture I really liked. I went to a little restaurant the other day with my good friends Jose Lopez and Monica Quesada (see mqcphoto.com) of Foto Verde Tours for a bit of hummingbird photography. Along the way we found this beautiful Bomarea epiphyte flower to use at our setups. I played around with... [Read more of this review]
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