Whether you’re a hobby photographer or a pro, you’ve most certainly heard of stock photography. Perhaps you’ve been interested in selling some stock photos but were unsure on how to start, where to sell, or how much one can actually make selling images through stock photography websites. Well, you’ve come to the right place because […]
Like many other photographers, I use Adobe Lightroom Classic for my image processing. It’s a powerful editing tool that can produce striking photos with only the tweak of a few sliders. By using Lightroom I can transform a dull, boring shot into a vibrant, impactful photograph. Just spending a few minutes in Lightroom straightening horizons, […]
“We are making photographs to understand what our lives mean to us.” ~ Ralph Hattersley I love this quote. It says so much about why photography is essential to the human spirit. Whether they make us laugh, cry, or sink our teeth into the meat of the moment, photographs can mean much more than words. […]
Food photography, street photography, travel photography. No matter what style of photography you love, you can take saleable shots with just your smartphone. I’m not kidding. Portable, light, and maneuverable, smartphones excel at nearly every type of photography. If you play to your smartphone’s strengths, you can earn from anywhere, and it takes just a […]
Here in Puerto Vallarta, there are a number of condominium developments in various stages of construction. The completed buildings stand and beckon to buyers who want a life in paradise. With each new home comes an exciting decorating opportunity…and that’s where I come in. My foray into photography began when I moved here 13 years […]
I was on assignment in the Arctic for Popular Photography Magazine, shooting and writing a how-to guide on photography in sub-zero temperatures. I had joined an eco-tour group polar-bear watching at a luxury lodge. On one hike we came across two young bears standing on their hindlegs, sparring. The light was gorgeous, the setting—with the […]
As humans, we tend to overthink and complicate things. But in photography, just as in life, “simple” is often better. It allows you to focus, get rid of distractions, and create stronger and cleaner images. There are many ways you can improve your photography, starting with cutting down the gear you use in composing and […]
When I first launched my photography career, I started with fine art photography, selling prints of photos I took at home. Eventually, I combined this passion with my love of travel and got more into travel photography. Nowadays, my photo sales are split between stock and fine art prints. But one image that has always […]
The income from my photography and writing allows me to live a simple yet comfortable lifestyle by the beach on a tropical island in Thailand. It’s easy to live on less here because living costs are low and the dollar stretches much further than in the U.S. So far, most of my photography income has […]
Ever wondered how to take your photography to the next level? Perhaps you bought a high-end DSLR or mirrorless camera, took a few photos, and asked yourself, “why don’t my photos come out the way I want them to?” Sometimes people tend to think that buying an expensive camera automatically guarantees amazing photos. Don’t get […]
