The latest art exhibit to be feature at the Smithsonian’s American Art Museum (SAAM) in 2018 is Do Ho Suh’s Almost Home. If you’re in Chinatown it’s worth checking out the SAAM and some of my other favorite places to photograph in DC.
Do Ho Suh is known for his immersive architectural installations crafted with ethereal fabric and this exhibit does not disappoint.
Starting a video blog aka a vlog? YouTube has quickly become the best way to share your stories and having the correct camera is essential. If you plan on making a vlog a part of your life it’s important to have a camera that’s easy to use while on the go.
There are tons of different options in terms of cameras for vlogging that range in price, quality, and size.
This list is broken down by price so if you’re looking for a camera at a specific price point check the menu on the right side.Tips for choosing the right vlogging camera:
📷 Consider where you will be vlogging, if you’re vlogging during your commute you will probably prefer a point and shoot but if you want to make a cinematic travel vlog a DSLR or mirrorless would be a better option.
🤳 If you’re just starting out a point and shoot will be much easier since bigger cameras can be cumbersome due to their interchangeable lenses.
🗣 It’s important to consider the audio quality of your vlog as well as the video. What people hear is as important as what they see and being able to have an external microphone can greatly increase production value.
🌀 Having a wide angle lens is important since you’ll be holding the camera. This making having interchangeable lenses a great benefit.
LA has to be one of the most photogenic cities in the US. From the sprawling mountains minutes away from the city to scenic beaches Los Angeles is FULL of places to Instagram.
Nearly every sunset in LA is breathtaking which is why I love this city so much. Everytime I visit I find myself photographing all day and night.
Below are the best places to photograph in Los Angeles:
LA from Griffith Observatory
If you only stop at one place on this list the Griffith Observatory is a must. Once at the observatory you get a beautiful view of the Los Angeles skyline.
Parking can be tight at peak times though and you may have to park a bit away.
Additionally if you’re willing to hike a bit there are a few trails behind Griffith that will let you get above the observatory for even more creative options. Read More
Every photographer should have a range of lenses in their bag and a wide angle lens is no exception. Canon offers over 20 wide angle lenses to choose from.
If you’ve been shooting on a kit lens or a 50mm it’s time to take your travel photography to the next level with a wide angle lens. Read More
Most people know Polaroid because of their iconic instant cameras. The tiny, white-bordered prints capture memories in the moment and are always a blast at parties.
Like many of you, my first instant camera was the Fujifilm Instax Mini9 which is only around $60. It produces very small prints.
But now—Polaroid is back with the OneStep 2! The design of this instant camera is stunning and produces the classic square Polaroid prints. Read More
My girlfriend and I took a once in a lifetime trip of viewing the full totality of the eclipse on Monday August 21st, 2017.
We rented a cabin in the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina. Our cabin was in the direct path of full totality which offered a little over 2 minutes worth of totality.
The cabin had a fantastic view of the mountain range which we could see the moon cast a giant shadow over once totality hit.
Great Smoky Mountain Range Sunrise
During my road trip to the west coast I’ve seen some incredible National Parks. Point Reyes National Seashore is no exception, from an iconic abandoned boat to foggy cypress trees Reyes’ has plenty of unique things to photograph.
Here is my list of places to shoot at Point Reyes National Seashore:
Point Reyes Abandoned Shipwreck
Ever since starting a long road trip to California from DC I couldn’t wait to drive around the midwest. Utah, New Mexico, Arizona, and Colorado are just the most magical places to explore. Read More
I have used dozens of cameras, from Sony to Olympus. Collectively, my friends have just about every popular camera on the market.
Like most people, when I saw the Canon 5D Mark IV specs, I was very disappointed and skeptical.
And I know those new, tiny, mirrorless cameras that shoot 40+ megapixels, 60fps 4k with focus peaking might sound appealing–but the 5D Mark IV is by far the best camera I’ve ever used. Read More
One of the biggest art exhibits of the year has landed in Washington DC.
Starting today to May 14th, 2017 you’ll be able to enjoy Kusama’s infinity mirrors at the Hirshhorn museum.
Note: this exhibit is now closed at the Hirshhorn
The exhibit consists of 6 infinity rooms. All of which put you in a room lined with mirrors for a truly unique feeling.
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