I’m excited to talk about the new best women’s camera backpack by Shimoda Designs. I’ve used Shimoda camera backpacks since they launched in 2017 through a Kickstarter campaign. When they were founded, we were on the hunt for a durable, indestructible, comfortable, and attractive camera backpack. If you’re like me, it can be hard to find comfortable backpacks for women let alone a bag specifically designed for female photographers. Let’s add in the desire for a camera bag specifically designed for female adventure photographers. If you follow our blog you know Marc does most of our camera gea ..read more

An ND filter is a versatile tool that enables photographers and filmmakers to control the amount of light entering their cameras without affecting the color. It provides creative possibilities by allowing for longer exposures, wider apertures, and better exposure control in various lighting conditions. They can also allow you to get beautiful bokeh with off-camera flash. When using an ND filter, the reduced amount of light requires compensating for proper exposure. You can achieve this by adjusting the shutter speed, aperture, or ISO settings. Understanding exposure triangle basics (shutter sp ..read more

Inquiries all about contracts, gear, and the nitty gritty details that appear on lists of questions to ask a wedding photographer are often too basic. Any photographer that is running a business will have already answered the common sense questions like “are you available on my wedding date.” And the answer to “have you shot at my venue before” shouldn’t matter. After countless client meetings and years of weddings I’ve come up with a better list of questions to ask a wedding photographer that are actually helpful. What I’ve learned is that as a bride, you don’t necessarily need to know what c ..read more

Wedding photography requires a wide variety of photography skills from candids to portraits and more. Additionally, wedding photographers shoot all day and all night in a variety of lighting conditions. One of the most challenging aspects of the day is dealing with low light conditions. In this article, we’ll talk about the best camera settings for low light photography. Then, we’ll discuss the best camera gear for low light. And finally, we’ll talk through some tips and techniques you can use to achieve well-exposed photos regardless of the lighting conditions. Hopefully understanding these c ..read more

We’ve been traveling with cameras for over a decade and this has led to a variety of opinions on travel photography gear. We want to help you find the perfect camera but also learn some tips that will make your journey more enjoyable! Let’s embark on your photography journey by learning some travel photography tips as well as suggestions for building your gear list. I’ve broken this post into two sections to talk about travel photography gear as well as some tips to make your photography better. Travel photography is about the journey, the only way to get to your destination is one step at a t ..read more

As a photographer, capturing the perfect shot on someone’s wedding day can be both exhilarating and nerve-wracking. The right camera settings can make all the difference in creating stunning, memorable photographs. In this Wedding Settings Guide, I’ll be discussing some wedding photography tips for your camera settings that will help you capture amazing wedding photographs on the big day. First, we’ll talk about understanding camera settings and how they apply to wedding photography. Then I’ll talk about the best wedding settings to use. I’ve been a professional wedding photographer for over a ..read more

Today we’re comparing the 35mm vs 50mm lens and why you might choose one over the other. I created a YouTube video that summarizes what I’m going to talk about in this article. Have a look or check out the article below to see which lens is right for you or for the situation you’re encountering. Both 35mm and 50mm are great focal lengths based on their versatility, how they see compared to the human eye, and the fact that you can get a nice lens at a reasonable price. I’ll talk through the differences as well as share my favorite lenses in case you’re looking for a new lens. By the end of thi ..read more

As an adventure photographer, you have to have gear that’s capable of capturing those stunning landscapes. But, your gear can’t slow you down on your adventures. This post will walk you through gear suggestions both specific items and general tips to keep in mind. We’ve been photographing people in nature professionally for over a decade. Our love of the outdoors and human-powered sports has led us to pursue adventure photography. We get to make a career out of our desire to explore. But the passion for the outdoors requires a skill set broader than just photography. We have to be able to shoo ..read more

You can never have enough gear. And yet, it’s possible to have too much gear. That’s why we’ve put together this minimalist wedding photography gear checklist. (Not to be confused with the shot list!) As wedding and adventure photographers, we like to be light and fast. There’s nothing like missing a moment because we were messing with too much gear. We also travel a lot which means we need a kit that is mobile. Also, being in the mountains, we need one that is rugged. How little gear can you get away with? In making this gear checklist, we tried to think about what we actually use. How many l ..read more

We moved to Colorado for the mountains. Something is humbling and awe-inspiring about standing in these incredible mountains and pondering life. It’s what inspired us to take our love of mountain landscape photography and turn it into a career. After over a decade as professional photographers, there are a lot of things that we have learned. But some things remain true, namely, a love of the mountains is the first step towards impactful mountain photos. A love and respect for nature will help you get the shot more than having the best camera in the world. As we walk through this guide and talk ..read more