Category Archives: Photograpy How To

From Idea to Print: The Darkroom Process

Posted on March 5, 2023 by ShutterBug

pay per click advertising Last week, I talked about the process of visualizing and composing with large format film during my trip to Yosemite in the fall. I’ve been working in the darkroom to print those photos, and today I … Continue reading →

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What to Take on a Wildlife Photography Trip

Posted on March 3, 2023 by ShutterBug

One time when I was packing for a wildlife photography trip, I wrote a list of my equipment on a piece of paper – complete with lenses, batteries, clothing, and so on. I wanted to have a useful reference for … Continue reading →

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Nicholas Hess: What I’ve Been up to in 2023

Posted on March 1, 2023 by ShutterBug

We’re only two months into 2023, and I’ve already had many “firsts” in my photography life. For the first time, I traveled to the Amazon for the unique wildlife opportunities, used the OM-1 (the best Micro Four Thirds camera today), … Continue reading →

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Lightroom is Acting Slow? Here Are 11 Ways to Speed It Up

Posted on February 27, 2023 by ShutterBug

Lightroom is a key program for many photographers, and it has been for many years. Since almost the beginning, however, it’s been haunted by performance issues. If you’re looking to speed up Lightroom, or just want to know how to … Continue reading →

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Sigma Joins the Nikon Z System with Three DX Lenses

Posted on February 24, 2023 by ShutterBug

Sigma just announced that three of their existing APS-C lenses – the 16mm f/1.4, 30mm f/1.4, and 56mm f/1.4 – are launching for the Nikon Z system later this year! I’ve been a fan of Sigma lenses for years, and … Continue reading →

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