by Reed Hoffmann | Oct 8, 2020 | Beginner, Exposure, Intermediate, Night Photography, Travel, Wildlife
When we rented a house in Colorado last week to relax, escape COVID and do some hiking, we didn’t think about the wildfires out there. Staying in Estes Park, they weren’t near us, but we still occasionally smelled smoke and the grand vistas seen in the past were hazy....
by Reed Hoffmann | Aug 4, 2020 | Beginner, Camera Gear, Exposure, Intermediate, Lenses, Light, Night Photography, Travel
Photography has always been a balm for me. Picking up a camera and creating something interesting is not just a creative release, but a tonic for stress. And like most of us, I’ve needed that more than ever these past five months. That’s why I’ve started taking photo...
by Reed Hoffmann | Apr 16, 2020 | Advanced, Beginner, Camera Gear, Intermediate, Night Photography, Travel, Workshops
It was nearly a year ago that I saw a prototype of the Peak Design Travel Tripod. Right away, I thought, “I’ve got to get one of those.” Not because I needed a tripod (I already have several) but because it was going to be the right tool for certain jobs. When I took...
by Reed Hoffmann | Apr 5, 2020 | Action, Advanced, Beginner, Camera Gear, Exposure, Focus, Intermediate, Lenses, People, Travel, Workshops
At the beginning of February I received a Nikon Z 50, and since then have used it for two workshops in Cuba, a short trip to San Diego and two NCAA basketball games. For a camera aimed at the more basic end of the market, it has the quality and performance to...
by Reed Hoffmann | Mar 29, 2020 | Advanced, Beginner, Composition, Intermediate, Light, People, Travel, Wildlife, Workshops
Most years, in January or February I try to post a story about some of my favorite photos from the previous year. But this year I was so busy then that I never got around to it, and thought, “oh well.” Now, though, I have time on my hands, so here goes. Part of the...
by Reed Hoffmann | Mar 15, 2020 | Advanced, Beginner, Composition, Intermediate, Light, People, Travel, Workshops
I’ve just returned from leading two trips to Cuba, and the street photography there is amazing. To be honest, though, I have mixed feelings about street photography. I’m all for it when it’s done in a way that’s courteous to the subject or says something about...
