Reed Hoffmann’s Photography Blog
Unique Photo Trip
Ask most people where Newfoundland is, and they likely won’t know, which probably doesn’t matter. But if that person’s a photographer, then that’s a shame. Because as I learned this past June, Newfoundland is a great place for a photo trip. For several years now I’ve...
Easter eggs in photography
In the computer world, “Easter eggs” aren’t colorfully painted eggs – they’re surprises hidden inside software, often a game. But “Easter egg” is also a term I sometimes use when talking about photography. The human eye is quick to find the unusual, or unique....
Exciting new trips, plus openings
I’ve got some great new photo trips to share, plus there’s still space available on two later this year. As always, you can find dates and details on most of the trips by checking my “New Workshops” page: Moab in late October, 2025. Several spaces still open....
What does a pro photographer take on vacation?
Over decades as a professional photographer, I’ve developed all kinds of neck, shoulder and back pain from carrying pro gear. And while I’ve found ways to cut back on how much I carry, taking that kind of kit with me on vacation doesn’t sound like vacation. On...
Savannah Photo Trip
I don’t always listen to my wife like I should. She’d been telling me for years I should lead a photo trip to Savannah, GA, but it wasn’t until 2024 that I finally did. Partnering with my old friend and Nikon School co-instructor Bill Durrence (who’s lived...
Iceland Winter Photography Trip
For most people, say “Let’s go to Iceland in the winter,” and they’ll think you’re nuts. Photographers, of course, aren’t most people. For them, the possibility of rain, wind and clouds is outweighed by the opportunity for some incredible photos. So when my group of...
Chile – an Incredible Photo Trip
In December I added a new country to the list of favorite places where I’ve led photo trips – Chile. From the highest, driest desert on Earth to the breathtaking mountains of the Patagonia region, Chile offers an incredible variety of opportunities for photographers....
Sad News from Lume Cube
You may know that I’m a huge fan of night photography, and Lume Cubes play a huge role in that. So it saddens me to report the news that the company has shifted their focus more towards video and other types of lighting, and that has a negative impact on still...
One of my Favorite Landscape Photography Locations
People often ask me, “Of all the places you lead photo trips to, which is your favorite?” That's a question I have a hard time answering. Some are great for landscape, some for people and some for wildlife. But if they’re just asking about landscape photography, then...
Nikon Z50 II – the compact camera I’ve been waiting for
(Updated for action photography, Dec. 27,2024) In the 1990s I was doing a fair bit of backpacking in the Adirondack mountains of Upstate New York, and spent a year trying to find a compact camera that would give me the quality I wanted. I never did, and ended up...