Turn Your Night Cityscape into a TRON-Style World
Turn your night cityscape into a TRON-style world. Inspired by the 1982 classic’s backlit neon lines, hard-edged geometry, and deep blacks, this article shows how to transform dense skylines into retro-futurist scenes. Start with a photo that has tall rectilinear buildings, lots of point lights (windows, signage, traffic), and a truly black, post–blue-hour sky—water or wet pavement is a bonus for reflections. You’ll get capture tips (tripod long exposure, slight underexposure, RAW, clean verticals) and learn why this image profile grades beautifully in post—so you can extend light into vertical beams, lock into a cyan/amber palette, and let darkness become your canvas.
Adding Drama to Cityscapes with Vertical Shafts of Light
Adding vertical shafts of light to your cityscapes can transform a beautiful skyline into a dramatic work of art. Using Singapore’s colorful skyline as an example — with its glowing towers and vibrant reflections across the bay — this technique emphasizes scale, energy, and atmosphere. By stretching light into both the sky and water, your photos capture not just the look of the city but its spirit and pulse.
My Stock Photography Earnings for Q3 2025: What Every Photographer Should Know
Curious how much photographers really earn from stock photography in 2025? In this Q3 earnings report, I share my actual results from Adobe Stock, Shutterstock, and Getty Images — including best-selling photos, videos, and AI-generated images. Learn what sells, what doesn’t, and how to approach stock photography as a creative side income rather than a full-time job.
Photographing a Rattlesnake at Night in the Sonoran Desert
A thrilling night in the Sonoran Desert photographing a rattlesnake. Safety tips, editing steps, and the story of “George” the diamondback.
Wildlife Scouting in Greer, Arizona | Elk, Eagles & Osprey in the White Mountains
Scouting Greer, Arizona in the White Mountains brings elk at dawn, bald eagle flyovers, osprey hunting passes, and the stillness of a great blue heron. This wildlife photography trip blends fieldcraft tips—like shutter speed for birds in flight and low-light exposure checks—with the joy of exploring one of Arizona’s most scenic backcountry locations.
My First Lightning Photo: An Unforgettable Night at Crazy Horse Monument
On July 24, 2005, I captured my very first lightning photo at the Crazy Horse Monument in South Dakota. Armed with a failing Sony Cybershot and a bit of luck, I combined the monument’s nighttime laser show with a dramatic storm rolling in behind it. The result was an unforgettable lightning photograph that sparked my lifelong passion for storm and landscape photography.
Why I Visit Houses of Worship—Even When They're Not My Own
Religion is a universal concept throughout the world. I visit houses of worship in different regions to help me connect to the local culture.
📸 Wilderness in the City: How I Remove Urban Clutter from My Wildlife Photography
Discover how I capture stunning wildlife photos in Phoenix by removing urban distractions using low angles, zoom lenses, and creative framing.
Is It Time to Stop Wasting Time on Stock Photography?
Has the Stock Photography industry come to and end? Here are my thoughts and what to do if you are a Stock Photography contributor.
Photographing Fall Magic in Arizona’s Inner Basin
Capture fall’s vibrant aspen in Arizona’s Inner Basin at the San Francisco Peaks. Expert tips on timing, gear, and locations for stunning autumn photography.
Photography in a Graveyard???
Can’t find a parking space to shoot a beautiful landscape? Try a graveyard. Seriously.
Why Japan Captures My Heart
Japan isn’t just another stop on my travel map—it’s a living canvas where warm bows, centuries-old tea ceremonies, neon-punk street style, and mouthwatering cuisine converge in perfect harmony. In this post, I share with you my thoughts and feelings as to why I cannot get enough of this country.
This Is Not the First Time the Grand Canyon Lodge Has Burned
This is not the first time the Grand Canyon Lodge has Benn destroyed by Fire. Let’s take a brief look at its history and some insights what it took to rebuild it the first time.
How to Not Lose Your Luggage
Ever wonder what you need to do to keep the airlines from losing your luggage? In this blog post, I will pass on some of the secrets of the travel world to help you lower your chances of the airline losing your luggage.
My Favorite Photos of 2024. Why Now?
Midway through 2025, it’s easy to wonder why I’m unveiling these curated images now. After months of planning—and a shelved January YouTube special—I’m finally sharing the photos I began curating in late 2024. This pause gave me space to refine my vision, plot out a 2026 calendar, and prepare for a full-time YouTube journey.
Instead of chasing new horizons under the scorching Sonoran sun, I’ve been hunkered down at home: stock-photo edits turned fine-art masterpieces, Lightroom tutorials in the works, and epic fall campsites mapped out for future adventures. Below, explore the standout moments of 2024—each frame a testament to light, timing, and creative growth.
Is this Really the End of the Tripod?
Will AI Denoise eliminate the need for a tripod? In this article, I will let you know my thoughts on when to use a tripod, and not.