Russ Burden

There are numerous factors that impact the sharpness of an image. There are also numerous strategies you can utilize to…

As my photography evolved, it became more and more obvious that the most critical piece that dictates the success of…

As my photography evolved, so did the desire to capture more than a basic image of a given songbird, raptor,…

Gather your rosebuds while ye may, Old time is still a-flying; And this same flower that smiles today Tomorrow will…

I love to photograph at dawn and dusk. I also love the light when the sun hovers near the horizon….

A favorite angle from which I love to make photographs is above my subject looking down. A favorite angle from…

Making a good wildlife portrait is a challenge. Many factors must fall into place to create a successful image. The…

Gear Acquisition Syndrome (GAS) is a serious condition that impacts different photographers on different levels. It’s a malady that can…

If the letters, V. H. W. and T. are running through your head right now, that’s a good thing. It…

Although the theme of this week’s tip is trees, it can be applied to many subjects. Press on and apply…

A portrait is a portrait. To simply add the modifier of macro doesn’t change the rules of good composition, light,…

When you gain an understanding of a concept, it’s referred to as “seeing the light.” For photographers, this expression has…

Part one of this three-part flower photography series focused on the importance of light and part two on the importance…

Be sure to read last week’s Tip of the Week to thoroughly digest Part 1 of Flower Power to learn…

Wouldn’t it be nice to conjure up majestic light on immaculate subjects any time of day? 5 a.m. wake-up calls…

Mother Nature bestows the human eye with spectacular beauty. As I drive along the Oregon coast, I can’t help but…

The sun is the center of the universe and an amazing celestial body. It provides energy for plants, heat for…

Your departure day has finally arrived. You’re packed, all your gear is ready, all batteries are charged and your adrenalin…

Last week, in part one of this two-part tip, we learned about the grand landscape and how to include foreground,…

If you’re a regular reader of my tips, you know I highly revere light. I’ve written a number of tips…