A horse photography trip of a lifetime | Camargue France
In early April, I led a private horse photography workshop through Spain and France with a small group of six participants, all of whom brought a genuine enthusiasm for photography and a willingness to fully engage with the experience...
A Photographic Tour Trough New Zealand | New Zealand
There are places in the world that have an ancient beauty and New Zealand’s South Island sits firmly at the top of that list. Earlier this March, I led a 13-day private photography workshop that began in Queenstown and unfolded across some of the most visually striking landscapes on earth...
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It’s no secret that Iceland is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Laced with countless waterfalls, iconic views and colorful horses. Iceland should be on the bucket list of anyone remotely interested in photography...
Winter in Yellowstone is pure magic. The crowds disappear, sound softens under snow, and the park feels ancient and alive in a way that’s hard to put into words. It’s one of my favorite places on earth to photograph during the winter months, and I look forward to these trips every single year...
Every year in the field shapes me in unexpected ways, but 2025 felt especially transformative. It unfolded as a continuous conversation with the natural world—one spoken in quiet breaths of winter, thunderous hooves on salt flats, glacial winds, river spray, and desert storms...
A Record-Breaking November Storm! | Death Valley National Park
November 2025 delivered a Death Valley experience unlike any other. During our Death Valley photography workshop, the desert rewrote its own history, receiving a record-breaking November rainfall of 1...
This October, a group of passionate photographers gathered in the heart of the San Juan Mountains for my annual Colorado fall photography workshop. It's a journey through color, texture, and light...
Wildlife photography is more than just the act of pointing a lens at a subject, it’s a dialogue between humanity and the natural world. The best wildlife photographers illuminate hidden corners of the planet, spark environmental change, and invite us to feel the fragile beauty of life on Earth...
Oh Iceland! What a dream you are. In June, I had the privilege of leading two small group photography workshops throughout Iceland. Each trip was ten days long and focused on the most iconic parts of Iceland’s “Ring Road” and beyond...
Africa is a massive continent full of magic and wonder. Often called the mother-land because it was the heart of Pangea and is home to human kind’s ancestral roots. Africa is filled with vibrant cultures and is arguably the best place in the world to witness wildlife in its natural habitat...
For many photographers, international travel is a way to connect with nature, explore breathtaking landscapes, and capture wildlife in its natural habitat. Whether you're hiking through Icelandic fjords, waiting patiently in a South African game reserve, or trekking to a mountain viewpoint for sunrise, travel is often at the heart of your creative process...
There are few places in the world that come close to rivaling the beauty of Patagonia. The vast and untouched landscapes sing to the human spirit while the chiseled mountain peaks are something out of dreamlike fantasy...
Wildlife photography is one of the best ways to connect with nature. I can think of nothing better than immersing myself in the great outdoors while I attempt to get the perfect shot of an animal...
The winter can be one of the most rewarding times of year for photography. There’s nothing quite as beautiful as fresh coat of snow on a gorgeous landscape. The winter is my favorite time to photograph because the crowds of summer have long disappeared and there’s just something special about photographing a silent snowscape...
Discover the best photography workshops in 2025 offered by the top photographers and workshop companies. Use this comprehensive list to plan your next photography adventure.
Ansel Adams is perhaps the most well-known photographer in the world. His iconic black and white photographs helped shape how photography is perceived in the art community and has inspired landscape photographers ever since his time...
The Canon EOS R5 MKii is one of the most powerful cameras that Canon has ever made. It has advanced auto focus features and offers many ways to customize the menu and shooting experience. This tutorial is a step-by-step guide that demonstrates how to set up the Canon R5ii straight out of the box...
Wardynski Photography Workshops | Camargue, France
The white horses of Camargue are some of the most beautiful horses in the world. These spectacular animals can be found in the south of France amongst the grasslands and marshes. This charming region is known as the Camargue and is rich in history...
Kauai is one if the most beautiful islands in the world. Words simply cannot capture the beauty of this island. Luckily we live in a world with cameras! Kauai is loaded with incredible photography opportunities! From pristine beaches to rugged coastline and waterfalls, Kauai has it all...
There’s no question that California contains some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. This beautiful state has everything from unparalleled coast line to iconic mountain ranges. It no wonder why artist, poets and photographers have flocked to California for centuries...
Art festivals are vibrant celebrations of creativity, diversity, and cultural expression, bringing together artists, art enthusiasts, and communities in a dynamic exchange of ideas and experiences. The United States boasts a rich tapestry of artists and festivals...
Yellowstone National Park is a photographer's paradise at any time of the year. However, it's during the winter months that this iconic park reveals its most intimate and starkly beautiful side. Covered in a thick blanket of snow, Yellowstone's already breathtaking scenery transforms into a serene landscape offering unique photography opportunities not available during the warmer and much busier months of the year...
Adobe Lightroom Classic is the industry standard for photo editing. The software is for photographers who seek to streamline their workflow while pushing creative boundaries. With its robust set of tools neatly divided into modules, Lightroom Classic accommodates the full spectrum of photo processing, from the initial import to final edits...
Mike Wardynski’s work transcends mere images to become a gateway to the natural world. As a landscape and wildlife photographer, Wardynski captures the essence of the Earth’s beauty, inviting viewers to embark on a visual journey through untamed wilderness and serene vistas...
Architecture is an ancient art form that spans across several civilizations and centuries. Many photographers enjoy taking pictures of old buildings and structures because it provides them with a rewarding and creative experience...
National parks are not just havens for wildlife and natural beauty; they are sanctuaries for the human spirit and inspiration for photographers. These parks offer a diverse palette of landscapes, from towering mountains and erupting geysers to deep canyons and sprawling deserts, each with its own unique beauty and challenges for photographers...
Camargue is home to some of the most famous wild horses in the world. In fact, the horses are believed to be one of the oldest horse breeds in existence. It is thought that they have roamed the wetlands and marshes of the region for thousands of years.
Fine art photography has gained immense popularity in recent years, with more and more people appreciating and investing in the art form. If you are a photography enthusiast or a collector looking to purchase fine art photography, the online marketplace offers a plethora of options...
There's no shortage of photography workshops available in 2024. So how does one choose where to go and who to go with? Choosing a good photography workshop can feel overwhelming at times. Simply picking a location can be paralyzing, not to mention picking a good guide...
Located in southern New Mexico, White Sands National Park is the largest gypsum dune fiend in the world. The sand is actually clear but abrasions cause it to appear white. Stepping foot in White Sands for the first time is certainly an experience you’ll remember for the rest of your life...
Camera manufacturers are releasing new and improved models every two to three years. With each new generation, the damage to your pocket book seems to climbs higher. So what is a photographer to do in order to keep up?
If you’re an avid landscape photographer then there’s a good chance that you have either been on a photography workshop or have kicked around the idea of taking one. Workshops are a great way to hone in your skills while leaving the time-consuming scouting work to someone else...
Nighttime and start trail photography can be a rewarding endeavor but it can also be challenging due to the lack of a light. In this article I will explain how to shoot and process star-trail photographs from start to finish...
Purchasing a stunning piece of artwork is an exciting endeavor. Any artwork that is worthy of central wall space is worthy of lighting properly. Continue reading to learn how to properly light artwork in your home or office...
The act of practicing photography can be just as rewarding as the end photograph itself. When we are deep in our element, we connect to our subject in a way that few people ever do. As nature photographers, we spend a lot of time exploring the earth’s greatest gifts. The act of just observing can be a spiritual experience that leads us to venture into the outdoors more and more. Every photography trip leads to new observations, new stories and new experiences.
Downtown Carmel (Carmel-by-the-Sea) is one of the most quaint seaside towns in all of California. Located just north of Big Sur, Camel takes on a life of it's own. Accented with calming ocean views and culinary experiences, Carmel is an idyllic place to find yourself...
There’s a certain timelessness when it comes to black and white photography. Perhaps that is why so many people are drawn to this particular art form for their homes. A black and white photograph never goes out of style and fits with practically any design concept...
There are few places that are as incredible as Yellowstone National Park in the winter time. The snow-covered landscape creates a pristine backdrop as vents release steam into the icy air. It’s hard to believe that a park that gets 3...
Did you know that you can edit a RAW file in Photoshop? Well….sort of. Photoshop has Adobe Camera Raw (ACR) built right into its interface. The only problem is when you use ACR on an image has been opened in Photoshop using one of the standard methods, the edits you perform are destructive...
There’s an old saying that the best camera is the one that you have in your hand. This statement is implying that the gear that you use to create the photo is much less important than the vision used during the photographic process...
Backing up your photos and data is extremely important. Unfortunately, many people do not have a proper backup system in place and every year countless photos are lost forever. This data survival guide will explain how to properly backup your photos so you never have to worry about losing them again...
Accidents are inevitable in all facets of our lives. Owning an expensive camera accompanied with an assortment of lenses is a liability that all photographers must confront. Leading nearly thirty workshops per year for the past five years, I’ve seen just about every camera accident that you can think of...
It’s no secret that most artists will sell giclee limited edition prints of their artwork. Artists do this in order to make their artwork more accessible to the general public and to help keep the lights on in their studios...
The American Southwest is the land of enchantment. The vast rolling desert is not a void but rather a series of complex ecosystems that radiate magnificent beauty. From the slot canyons of northern Arizona to the white sands of southern New Mexico, the southwest is a wildly immersive place...
Photography workshops are a great way to improve your skills, learn from others and increase your odds of getting great shots since you’ll be traveling with someone who knows the location well. I have been leading photography workshops and tours for about a decade and I know that not all photography workshops are the same...
Any art collector knows the wonderful feeling of finding the perfect piece for their wall. Choosing the perfect art or photograph is only the first part of the equation though. Now you have to hang your piece...
With recent advances in artificial intelligence, computers have the ability to create highly detailed images and artwork with nothing more than a few words entered into a text prompt. Is this concept fascinating? Absolutely! But is ai generated artwork actually art? That is a loaded question and the answer will vary drastically depending on who you ask...
If you’re a photographer or artist then you’d probably much rather be working on art instead of cutting matboards. Unfortunately, matting artwork is a necessary evil for most artists. What if there was an easier way? Well…...
Good organization is key to keeping your photos in order and online in Lightroom Classic. If you are new to Lightroom, I highly recommend reading my How to Properly Set up a Lightroom Catalog article which will help prevent missing photos in the first place...
The folks at Infinite Tools recently allowed me to try out their Infinite Black & White Photoshop plugin (IBW). I’m a huge fan of black and white photography so I was quite curious about their plugin and what it does...
There’s nothing more exciting than preparing for a big photography trip and if you’re anything like me, you’re probably running logistics though your head day and night before you ever step foot out the door...
With the ever-growing popularity of digital photography there seems to be no shortage of photography workshops to choose from. The number of workshop companies and photographers offering photo tours can be downright daunting...
A fancy word that gets tossed around the art community is Giclee. (Pronounced Zhee-clay) Once you finally figure out how to say the word correctly, what the heck does it mean?. Giclee is simply a French word that means to spray...
Your photos take you all over the world where you capture roaring waterfalls, soaring eagles, rugged mountains, and more. As a photographer, you photograph the natural world in a way that no one else can, bringing it to life in still photos...
Located in northern New Mexico, Santa Fe is world renowned for its high concentration of fine art galleries and artist collectives. From Canyon Road to Art Festivals, Santa Fe is popular among seasoned art collectors and curious art buyers alike...
Photography is so much more than just pressing a button. The greatest photographers spend their entire lives mastering and perfecting their craft. A Great photograph is one that makes a lasting impression on those who view it...
We encounter thousands of images every single day, so choosing the right one to hang on your wall is a very important decision. It’s a choice that you will live with for a very long time. So what is fine art photography? Fine art photography is more than just an image...
The traditional definition of Panorama photography is the process of capturing an image that is longer than a standard photograph. Most panoramas are longer on the horizontal side but they can be longer on vertical side as well...
A neutral density filter (ND filter) is simply a filter that’s cuts the amount of light that enters your camera’s lens. They are most commonly used in landscape photography when a photographer wants to create a longer exposures than what would normally be possible using just the camera’s internal settings...
In the world of landscape photography it is best practice to compose your shots as cleanly as possible. Sometimes it is simply impossible to remove all distractions from a scene though...
As a full time landscape photographer I’ve seen my fair share of beautiful places. After traveling the US and much of the world, there are very few places that compare to the beauty of Yosemite National Park and the greater Sierra Nevada mountain range...
Shooting from the air can be one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences a photographer can have. In this article I’ll explain how to photograph from a helicopter and achieve amazing results...
Choosing the right tripod is a daunting task. Most photographers including myself make a series of bad choices before buckling down and buying a good set of sticks. It can be tempting to buy a cheap tripod but it’s important to remember that you get what you pay for and tripods are no exception to the rule...
Before digging into the Photoshop vs Zerene Stacker challenge, I’d like to give a brief introduction to what focus stacking is. Focus stacking is the process of combining multiple images during post processing in order to create sharp detail throughout the entire field of view. This technique can be very useful for landscape and macro photographers who do not want to settle for a shallow depth of field.
Processing images is an essential part of photography but before you can dive into the editing process, you need to understand how to properly import your photos into Lightroom CC Classic. If you do not follow a few basic rules, you will almost certainly loose track of your images...
The end goal for your photos will determine the export settings that you choose in Adobe Lightroom. This Lightroom exporting guide will walk you through the various settings in the Lightroom export dialog box...
Being prepared is the name of the game when it comes to landscape photography. Those who are will get the shot, while those who are not, may not. I’ve complied a list of highly useful items that are always in my camera bag...
Wharariki Beach is the northern most part of the southern island of New Zealand. Just off of the shore is a group of rocks known as the Archway Islands...
Choosing a camera bag is an import decision that all photographers must make. The amount of bag choices on the market can be downright dizzying though. I recently had the chance to upgrade my camera bag to to the Tilopa by f-stop and have shared my initial thoughts below...
In the world of digital photography, post processing is just as important as finding the right composition and pressing the shutter button. In landscape photography it is the photographer’s job to invoke a feeling or emotion within the viewer as if they are actually standing in the location that the photo was taken...
1. YOU CAN’T MAKE EVERYTHING LOOK GOOD ALL OF THE TIME
I’ll start with the what seems like an obvious statement, yet many photographers get hung up when they come away from a shoot without a five star image...
There’s no question that Adobe Lightroom is a powerful piece of photo editing software. Underneath the surface are numerous hidden features that many people overlook. From secret key commands to overlooked menu items, I’m going to shed some light of the industry’s leading photo editing software...
The Develop module in Adobe Lightroom CC Classic is fairly straight forward. With a little bit of poking around, a modestly computer savvy photographer can make some pretty decent edits with relatively little
There’s no question that smart phones have made planning our photographic adventures much easier. There seems to be an endless number of apps available, but which ones are the best? This list contains a few of my “can’t live without” photography apps that I find myself using on a regular basis...
Long Exposure photography is thrilling because the camera is creating something that the eye cannot see. Traditionally, neutral density filters are used to create long exposures but a similar effect can easily be achieved with with editing software...