I wanted to write a post on my tips to people who may have gotten that new camera, decided to pursue photography more, or just want some basic good ideas for everyday photos. Check your Manuals – The first tip is to know your camera.  A lot of people think

Nikon last night announced it’s long awaited new Pro Flagship DSLR – the Nikon D4, a 16.2 MP FX DSLR.  For full details, see Nikon Rumors Post on the announcement along with the announcement of a 85mm f1.8 lens and the new W-5 wireless transmitter. *Also, please see Joe McNally’s

I was lucky enough about 6 months ago to receive a lens that really is the most amazing lens I have had a chance to shoot with.  This of course is the Nikon 85mm f.14G.  This lens is incredibly sharp and is able to throw the background so smoothly out

I know this is a popular post this time of year, but I need to write down my photographic resolutions some where, so why not here on my blog.  * Try and do a timelapse video.  I always wanted to do one of these and now with the built in

It is about the patience and time you put into it. I get messages at least a few times a week about how I can make photographs like I do with a Nikon D3000.  Things like:  I just need a better camera, it would be easier, there is no auto-bracketing,

I was lucky enough to have a fellow photographer in the area interview me for his blog, you can check it out here: Out Of Chicago Blog: Interview with Christopher F.  Chris is a great photographer and his blog has some great information for anyone, but especially Chicago-based photographers.  Chris asked

My Niece’s first birthday is today, and as part of her/parent’s gift was I did some pictures for her.  Now child photography can be difficult especially for them to sit still, so this was an interesting experience.    And as you can see she was slightly confused, but with most

Thankfully the other day I was able to get out and walk around down in the loop before this beautiful cold weather set in.  I like winter personally, the crisp air, the blanket of white (before the plows and cars make it brown).  The other good thing about winter is