First Time Out with the Olympus 60mm f/2.8 Macro
Yes, I know the new kid on the block is the 90mm f/3.5 Macro from OM-System, but I’m a little behind the times. I picked up the older 60mm f/2.8…
The Moon in This Photo Is Awesome
I've been really into the concept of "layering" recently. It's the theme of this month's Photo Challenge in my community, which you can find here: https://positivephotocommunity.com/feed This theme is important…
Olympus OM-1: My New Bike Riding Companion
https://youtu.be/UKENrV7z8gI For years now, my spring and summer bike rides have been accompanied by the Fujifilm X100v. I LOVE that camera, but I've moved on to something quite a bit…
My Last Day With the X100v…
I am a gear hoarder. BUT I'm trying to change that. Just sold my Fuji X100v... and although I'm happy it's going to get used by someone, I'm still sad…
Professional Photographer Interview with Annie Bailey Photography
I recently had a chance to send one of my main photography inspirations, Annie Bailey, a few questions. Her work has always been something I've treasured seeing. Her images consistently…
Sigma 18-50 f/2.8 Review for Fuji X Mount
A while ago I ended up selling my Fuji 16-55 f/2.8 red-badge lens because while I thought it was a really good lens… it was also big and heavy and…
Colbor CL100X Video Light For Photography Review
In 2022, I got more and more into video and photographic lighting. It was part of my quest to get outside my box of being a "natural light" photographer, and…
Sometimes Art is About DOING
I passed this amazing barn probably dozens of times through the years. Every time I did, I thought: "I'll come back. I don't feel it right now." But one of…
Easy Home Studio Set-Up for Macro Photography
Creating a home studio for macro photography was far easier than I imagined! Recently I've been noticing the sun setting earlier and earlier, meaning summer is coming to a close.…
Fuji X100v “Color Negative 400” Film Recipe Bike Ride
https://youtu.be/BCdmgqw7xXY The Fujifilm X100v is the ultimate bike ride photographic companion. Small, light, and extremely capable, THIS is the camera to take with you wherever you go. On this day,…