by JB | Jul 22, 2016 | Color, Landscape
There is more to the Cape May Point story I shared in my last post. It is uncommon for me to shoot directly into a sunset. I am usually drawn more to what I refer to as the backside sunset. Essentially looking 180 degrees from the sun. I love the softer more pastel...
by JB | Nov 3, 2014 | Color, Fall Color
This image has an interesting story. I was at a favorite location but disappointed with the foggy conditions. I waited, and waited for the dense fog to lift, but it never did. Trying to practice what I preach, I let go of my expectations of vibrant reflections in the...
by JB | Oct 13, 2014 | Color, Colorado, Fall Color
While waiting for the clouds to move and light up the grand landscape we were focused on, off to the right this little scene was happening. I waited for soft diffused light to illuminate the horse and the pasture. Of course a stand of colorful aspen...
by JB | May 1, 2014 | B&W, Color, Creative, Smoky Mountains
I love this picture in color, AND, I love it in B&W. I asked my wife which she liked best, she said, “I like them both, however, they each evoke a different emotion. They create two very different moods. The color is full of life...
by JB | Mar 27, 2014 | B&W, Color, Death Valley
When we were in Death Valley, our focus was the dunes, however, we decided to take one run at Zabriskie for sunrise. It is an iconic spot not to be missed. We picked the right day as we were treated to a great moment. By far the best sunrise light and clouds...
by JB | Feb 24, 2014 | Chuck Kimmerle, Cole Thompson, Color, Creative, Inspiration
Recently I featured a terrific post written by my tour partner Dan Sniffin about his ideas with regard to photo celibacy which Cole Thompson tries to live by. Dan’s article was written before we spent the week with Cole and the group. The tour started with a...