Klass Photography Article Archive
Photo Destination: Columbia River Gorge
Located in northern Oregon, the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area is one of our countries best spots for waterfall photography. Opportunities range from roadside falls tumbling hundreds of feet to secluded cascades deep in the lush forests. This article explores some of my favorite locations in this amazing area. Tips include what time of year to visit, where to explore, and how to make the most of your time in the area.
Gearing up for Winter Photography
Winter can be one of the most challenging seasons to be outside with a camera. It can also be one of the most rewarding. Being well prepared goes a long way to making it an enjoyable and rewarding experience. This article explores some of the new gear that enhance your experience this season. Learn to enjoy and make the most out of winter photography.
Focus on Creativity: Exploring Color
Color is one of the most powerful elements of design. It influences the way the eye travels through an image, creates dramatic impact, and contributes to the mood of the scene. This article explores some of the formal aspects of color, and how its use can improve your image. It explores primary colors, complimentary colors, and how warm and cool colors influence our perception. Example images demonstrate the ideas presented.
Photo Location: Harriman State Park, New York
Harriman State Park is located within an hours drive of New York City, and contains some of the best natural scenery in Southern New York. Photographic opportunities are abundant throughout the seasons. The park offers lakes, streams, winding trails, and wildflowers along with a wide range of recreational activities. This article delves into some of my favorite trails and locations in this vast park.
Camera Raw Technique: Using the Adjustment Brush
The adjustment brush is one off the most exciting new tools in Adobe's Camera Raw and Lightroom. It allows photographers to non-destructively adjust sections of an image. The controls are simple and intuitive. This article covers both the basic and advanced functionality of this tool with a look at how it can dramatically affect the finished image.
Photo Destination: Fall in the Adirondacks
The Adirondack Park covers approximately 8 million acres of public and private land in Northern New York state. During late September these pristine hardwood forests turn brilliant yellows and reds with the changing on the leaves. This article takes you to some of the unique and interesting places I traveled in my hunt for great autumn locations.
The Next Step: Realistic HDR Techniques
Building upon the first HDR article in the July 2009 newsletter, this piece discusses some of the techniques and settings specific to creating more realistic HDR images. Photomatix's HDR software is used to create the finished images, while some of the "behind-the-scenes" information about how this software works is revealed.
The Next Step: Surrealistic HDR Techniques
This article builds upon the Basics of HDR article from my July 2009 newsletter. Specific settings and techniques for creating surreal or illustrative images are discussed. If you are not already familiar with Photomatix's HDR software, I would recommend reading the July 2009 article first.
Backing up Your Digital Images
One of the most important steps in any successful workflow is to backup and secure your digital images. This article takes a look at some of the new technological advances in digital storage, and how they can be incorporated into your photography.
Photo Destination: Grand Teton National Park
The Grand Teton National Park is one of the finest and most distinctive landscapes in America. The spectacular mountains rise from beautiful Jackson and Jenny Lake, giving way to amazing views throughout the park. This is not a place to visit in just one day - if you go there, you'll want to spend at least a couple days, if not a week or more.