You know it’s a good picture when you have to stop and ponder if it’s even real or not. And the image below of the Haleakala Crater in Maui, HI, USA seems to fall on the same league; it’s that surreal. The name Haleakala in Hawaiian translates to “house of the sun”, and in this […]
Nature is dynamic. It continuously changes colors, but the best ones are witnessed only by a few. Have a look at the following image by photographer Maciej Karcz, for instance: Karcz took the image with his Nikon D850 and 70–200mm lens at 200mm at f/10, 1/25 second, and ISO 125. The image clearly illustrates why […]
If you’ve ever had the chance to visit Mount Rainier National Park you know how stunning the views can be. With glacier-capped Mount Rainier towering in the distance and gorgeous lakes and rivers, forests, and sprawling meadows, the landscape provides a picturesque canvas. Here, photographer Steven Luu captures a serene sunrise from his campsite overlooking […]
Watching the sunrise from a beach can be a surreal experience. You get to witness the beginning of a new day with a cool breeze and the sound of crashing waves to accompany you. And if you’re lucky, Mother Nature will bless you with a show that you’ll never forget. Something similar happened to photographer […]
It’s true that sunrise adds magic to skies and landscapes. But that doesn’t mean you can simply show up somewhere in the morning, whip out your camera, shoot a couple photos and expect all of them to be masterpieces. Even with this magical light, you need a keen eye, some technical know-how and the right […]
In nature photography, exposure blending and focus stacking can both be challenging on their own. But what if you’re in a situation where you need to do both? It definitely sounds daunting, but the reality is far from it. In today’s informative video, landscape photographer Mike Perea dives into his easy process of photographing and […]
Of the many natural phenomena that occur, witnessing new land being formed right in front of your eyes should definitely be an interesting one to witness. If you’re wondering what we’re talking about, this is when the hot lava from a volcano meets the ocean waters and cools down to form a solid mass. If […]
Nothing beats relaxation time while watching and listening to a cascading waterfall. The feeling is hypnotic, especially in the presence of beautiful terrain and a complementary sunrise. This image successfully captures that feeling, giving the viewer a sneak peek of the captivating landscapes strewn throughout Iceland: This waterfall named Seljalandsfoss, located in the Rangarvallasysla region of Iceland, […]
Often, sunrises like this one only last a few minutes before the sun escapes over the horizon line and the colors burst into brighter, warmer tones. So, when this time does come, you had better be ready with your camera set up! The preparation and patience are always worth the effort once you’re greeted with […]
If you’re a beginner landscape photographer, we’re pretty sure you’re itching to go out and take some absolutely stunning sunrise photos. For many of us, taking a stunning sunrise photo is a milestone in itself; after all it also represents a new beginning. But if you feel that your sunrise photos are lacking that punch, […]
