Photography

Do I Really Need a Brand New Expensive Camera?

Explore why high-end gear isn't a requirement for great photography and how used DSLRs, smartphones, and older lenses can still capture…

Apr 29 • Todd Takes Pictures

Do You Know About Adobe Portfolio?

I’ve had the Adobe Lightroom plan that includes 1 TB of cloud storage for 5 or 6 years now. But until very recently I'd never explored Portfolio.

Apr 10

I'm Not a Storm Chaser

But I will happily photograph storms when they come to me.

Mar 21

Cameras As Conversation Starters

Discover how carrying a camera acts as a natural conversation starter. Read how photography helps introverts connect with strangers, from Arizona to…

Jan 25

Turning an Unused Phone into an Extra Digital Camera

I turned my spare OnePlus 12 into a dedicated B&W camera. Discover how Hasselblad XPAN mode creates stunning, film-like panoramas without editing

Jan 6

Developing Perspective: How Pictures Changed My View

This ostensibly a 2025 Year in Review post. But it's also about how reflecting on our photos can impact our mood and attitude.

Dec 31, 2025 • Todd Takes Pictures

How To Capture and Edit Bird Pictures

Improve your bird photography with these practical field tips and simple Lightroom editing tricks. From gear advice to removing noise, here is what…

Dec 27, 2025 • Todd Takes Pictures

What Makes Someone A "Photographer"?

A personal reflection on the difference between taking pictures and being a photographer. Exploring the role of camera gear versus artistic intention…

Dec 7, 2025 • Todd Takes Pictures

The Accidental Wedding Photographer

I mean everybody knew I had a "nice" camera, but they already had someone to take pictures.

Oct 13, 2025 • Todd Takes Pictures

How to take fireworks pictures

A Few Quick And Easy Tips For Taking Better Fireworks Pictures On Holidays Like The 4th Of July.

Jun 24, 2022 • Todd Takes Pictures

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