Bio
Justin Black's photographs have been published widely and featured in numerous exhibitions around the U.S. and abroad, from the UK and Germany to Los Angeles and the United States Capitol. Formerly executive director of the International League of Conservation Photographers (ILCP), Black has contributed photography in support of conservation campaigns to protect threatened landscapes and ecosystems from British Columbia to Brazil, and from California’s Sierra Nevada to the Chesapeake Bay watershed. His company, Visionary Wild, has achieved a reputation for delivering world-class photography travel and education experiences for passionate photographers with leading professional instructors.
Website: http://justinblackphoto.com
Articles by Justin Black

Something Completely Different
Move beyond famous vista points and rehashed compositions to create compelling new landscape compositions that are uniquely yours.

Subtracting The Universe
Imagine a painter—say, Georgia O’Keeffe—staring into a blank canvas. Working from an image in her mind’s eye, she steps to…

Using A “Normal” Lens
Mastering composition with standard focal length lenses.

Understanding The Tripod Ban
As our public land managers struggle to balance access and enjoyment with preservation and safety, photographers can play an important role in the good stewardship of our national parks.

Fujifilm GFX 50S Review
On location in Patagonia with Fujifilm’s mirrorless medium format system.

Abstract Landscape Photography Tips
An infinite number of creative abstract landscape photography compositions are out there just waiting to be discovered.

Critical Exposure
Photography has often played an important role in conservation efforts, helping to influence legislation and land policy to preserve wild places.

Create Your Own Luck
One of my most important photographic mentors, Galen Rowell, grew accustomed to being told how lucky he was to capture the stunning natural events that he photographed.

Take Control Of Backlight
The stars faded as darkness gave way to soft twilight.

Seeing Beyond Grandeur
On a Grand Canyon rafting trip, you learn to expect the unexpected, and this day was no different.

Frogs Of The Osa Peninsula
My foot plunged through cool rushing water to find the firm purchase of a pebbled streambed.

Photographing With Purpose
What does it mean to be a photographer with purpose?
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