by alantower | Mar 12, 2016 | Camera Gear, Landscape Photography, Portraits
Most photographers rely on the shutter to activate autofocus. Press the shutter half way, and the camera focuses, then press it all the way to fire the shutter. Ever have a situation in low light where the autofocus struggles? Same story in low contrast? Or...
by alantower | Dec 11, 2015 | Beginner Tips, Landscape Photography
One of the key aspects of a photograph is whether or not it is in focus. Modern cameras typically include autofocus and sophisticated cameras such as the Canon 5D s-r or Mark III will have a huge variety of options and choices to assure you get the focus you want. ...
by alantower | Nov 28, 2015 | Landscape Photography
White Pocket is my favorite piece of landscape. I tell people that you can drop your camera and you’ll get a good shot here. It is far more popular now than when I first started coming…now it has guides bringing people to the site and far more visitors,...
by alantower | Nov 25, 2015 | Landscape Photography
Blue Canyon Arizona is located on the Hopi Reservation. It is a very special and little visited place of great beauty. Unlike the Navajo Nation, the Hopis have very little in the way of plans or services for this restricted area. The Navajos have a very organized...
by alantower | Nov 22, 2015 | Landscape Photography
Mesa Arch at sunrise is a reliable venue for a fine picture from Canyonlands National Park. To accomplish this you’ll need a couple of items besides your camera. In winter, you’ll need a warm coat, but any time of year bring a stable tripod and a...
by alantower | Oct 21, 2015 | Beginner Tips, Landscape Photography
I have spent the better part of a month hiking the Southwest desert for every year the past 10 years. I have had many encounters with Europeans, since they are very aware of the Wave and other spectacular sites in the desert. Germans visiting the Wave are commonly...
