Photos From the Top of the Washington Monument
After three years of being closed due to earthquake repairs the Washington Monument is finally open to the public! I was honored to be in one of the first groups …
Why Point and Shoot Cameras are Dead
Ever since I got my first smartphone I was capturing and publishing more photos than ever. I used to carry a point and shoot on a daily basis but when …
Steel Wool Spinning at Night in Maryland
I noticed a lot of Instagram users spinning steel wool so me and a friend decided to join in on the fun. For about $40 worth of parts we were …
Scenic Lookout Binoculars in Los Angeles
I’m not sure what these things are called but public lookout binoculars were all over the California shore. I slapped on my 50mm f1.4 to capture this bokehlicious shot at the …
Lincoln Memorial on the National Mall (Travel Photo Guide)
The Lincoln Memorial is one of Washington DC’s most iconic sights. The grand columns and massive Abraham Lincoln statue inside are a must stop if you’re visiting Washington DC. Located …
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Light at Franklin Park Conservatory
Over the last weekend I took a trip up to Ohio to visit a couple of friends. At this time Bruce Munro’s Light exhibit was happening at Franklin Park Conservatory which I had …
HDR Tutorial for Beginners
This tutorial is for people who may be new to photography and want to capture beautiful HDR photos. It’s actually quite easy after you figure out the process. You’ll be …
Christmas Wreaths at Union Station in DC
Union Station in Washington DC is one of my favorite places to photograph. The main hall of Union Station includes a stunning ceiling with gold highlights. The holidays are especially …
Cedar Falls at Hocking Hills Park
Cedar Falls is one of the main attractions in the Hocking Hills region. This 50-foot waterfall moves the most amount of water volume in all of Hocking Hills. On my …
Sunset on Top of Griffith Observatory (Photos)
Griffith Observatory provides incredible views of Los Angeles. I wanted to get a shot of the sun setting over the sitting but unfortunately it didn’t set in that direction but …
Visiting Hayden Run Falls in Columbus Ohio
You’ll find Hayden Run Falls near Columbus, Ohio in Dublin. Located in Hayden Falls Park the falls are only a few minute walk from the parking lot. The park is …
Leatherlips Monument at Scioto Park in Dublin, Ohio
This giant head monument of Chief Leatherlips is located at Scioto Park in Dublin, Ohio. I didn’t expect something so obscure to be in Ohio and only 5 miles from …
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United States Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. (Photo Guide)
When you think of Washington DC it’s hard not to think about the United States Capitol building. Located at the east side of the National Mall it’s hard to miss …
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Sunset over Abandoned Factory in Riverdale Maryland
The building in the background used to be the Engineering and Research Corporation which built airplanes by in the 30’s. Now it’s just a condemned building which I drove past …
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Changing the Number of Exposures on a Canon 6D (HDR Bracketing)
One of the selling points of having a high end camera is having the ability to capture multiple exposures with one button hence ihitthebutton. On my Canon T1i I was …
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My First HDR Photos at Glen Echo Park
Thought I’d share some of my first HDR photos taken at Glen Echo Park in Washington DC. After taking these photos I was instantly hooked on taking these types of …
Visiting the National Cathedral in Washington DC (Photos)
The National Cathedral in Washington DC is full of incredible architecture with gardens surrounding it. It’s free to enter the National Cathedral and you’ll be greeted with stunning ceilings inside. …
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Abandoned House on Hill Top
On a snowy day I took a trip north to Elkridge Maryland to find something to shoot. Coming up short I Googled parks in the area and found Rockburn Branch Park …
7 Tips for Stunning HDR Photography
I’ve found that HDR photography can better capture how the location actually felt rather than just a photo. Most photos without some editing can become quite bland even if the …
