by Reed Hoffmann | Dec 17, 2019 | Beginner, Camera Gear, Exposure, Focus, Holidays, Intermediate, Lenses, Night Photography
Tis the season, and for me, that means the season to get out and photograph some holiday light displays. Almost any camera will do for the basic photos, but if you want to make something special, then read on for a few advanced tips. While you don’t HAVE to use...
by Reed Hoffmann | Nov 21, 2019 | Advanced, Beginner, Camera Gear, Education, Exposure, Intermediate, Light, Night Photography, Travel, Workshops
The American Southwest has some of the most unique landscapes to be found in our country, which explains why it’s such a draw for photographers. Combine that with dark nights, good weather and easy access in the off-season, and you’ll understand why I’ve just finished...
by Reed Hoffmann | Oct 1, 2019 | Advanced, Beginner, Camera Gear, Education, Exposure, Intermediate, Lenses, Light, Night Photography, Travel, Workshops
Having spent many years in upstate New York, I came to love the Adirondack Mountains. Nestled among those mountains are rich forests, iconic streams and scenic lakes. The only way to improve that scenery would be to add a seashore, which is what makes Acadia National...
by Reed Hoffmann | Aug 15, 2019 | Action, Advanced, Camera Gear, Exposure, Intermediate, Lenses, Night Photography, Travel, Wildlife, Workshops
Alaska is famous for its wilderness and wildlife. Last week I took a group of nine there for a photography adventure, and the state certainly lived up to its reputation. We started and finished in Anchorage, and about half of us flew in a day early and wanted to do...
by Reed Hoffmann | Jun 18, 2019 | Advanced, Beginner, Camera Gear, Filters, Intermediate, Lenses, Night Photography, Travel, Workshops
Last August after moving my son to LA, I took some time driving back to Kansas City to scout areas I thought would make for a good photography workshop. That scouting paid off with a great trip early this June, when I returned with six clients for four days of fun and...
by Reed Hoffmann | May 14, 2019 | Beginner, Camera Gear, Exposure, Focus, Intermediate, Lenses, Light, Night Photography, Workshops
I teach a lot of workshops, and often they involve some night photography. There are few things you need to know, and do, if you want to be successful. Here are the most important ones: 1 – Know your tripod. You should be able to set up and take down your tripod in...
