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Gear, craft, and the occasional opinion from a working photographer in Wake Forest, NC.

Sigma Art 50mm f/1.4 for Nikon — review
Gear Review

Review: The Sigma Art 50mm f/1.4 for Nikon

May 2015 · Updated Jul 2026 · 7 min read

Not a spec sheet. A working photographer's real-world take on depth of field, focal length, weight, and sharpness of the Art series nifty-fifty.

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The art of the critique in photography forums
Industry Thoughts

The Art of the Critique: Restoring the Conversation

March 2015 · 6 min read

Photo forums have replaced real critique with either drive-by criticism or single-sentence praise. Neither helps anyone. Here's what a real critique looks like.

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Macro lens photography in your yard and garden
Photography Tips

Using a Macro Lens to Explore Your Yard and Garden

June 2015 · Updated Jul 2026 · 6 min read

You don't always have to travel to find interesting subjects. A macro lens can turn your backyard into a whole world. Background awareness, depth of field, patience.

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5 nighttime landscape tips for beginners
Photography Tips

5 Nighttime Landscape Tips for Beginners

Originally 2008 · Updated Jul 2026 · 7 min read

You don't need a fancy camera for night landscapes. Tripod, self-timer, low ISO, slow shutter, no flash. Five fundamentals that still apply to any camera.

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