Kauai and the art of Tripod Maintenance – LPP #22



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In this episode Nick starts by reflecting on what made photographing Kauai so amazing, as well as the terrible tripod condition that followed.  In the second part of the episode Nick answers questions that came from the Facebook Group.

The Helicopter tour company can be found here:  http://www.helicopters-kauai.com/

Tutorials and workshops can be found here http://www.nickpagephotography.com


Investing in Inspiration – LPP #21



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In this episode I talk about how sometimes it is better to invest in experiences and inspiration, rather than that next camera body. I also talk about some of the photographers and educators that have inspired me throughout the last few years.

My Icelandic Winter Adventure 2018 workshop can be found here!

http://www.nickpagephotography.com/iceland-winter-adventure-2018/

 

Photographers mentioned in this episode.

Thomas heaton – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfhW…

Greg Benz – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqg4

Jimmy Macintyre – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnUO


Steve Arnold – https://www.youtube.com/user/Seascape


Ryan Dyar – www.ryandyar.com

Sean Bagshaw – http://www.outdoorexposurephoto.com/

Alex Noriega – www.alexnoriega.com

Enrico Fossati – http://www.enricofossati.it/

Daniel Kordan – https://danielkordantutorials.com/

Erin Babnik – www.erinbabnik.com

Marc Adamus – www.marcadamus.com

Michael Shainblum – www.shainblumphoto.com


Progressing as a Photographer with Joshua Cripps – LPP #20



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In this episode I talk with Joshua Cripps about the good bad and ugly of the natural progression as a creative, and as a photographer.  Growth isn’t always measured in the amount of places we have visited, or the number of followers we have on social media.
Sign up for the Moab conference at www.outofchicago.com/moab and use the promo code PAGE250 to get $250 off.

Josh’s website – www.joshuacripps.com
Nick’s website – www.nickpagephotography.com
Josh’s Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/JoshuaCrippsPhotography/

 


Photographing Seascapes and the Oregon Coast – LPP #19



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Seascapes are probably my favorite genera of landscape photography.  I love photographing moving water.  In this episode i talk about how important shutterspeed is, useful apps, as well as useful gear when photographing around the ocean.

You can sign up for workshops at www.nickpagephotography.com

Apps and gear mentioned in this episode:

Magic Seaweed

Surfline

Windy

Kimtech scientific wipes

Breakthrough Photography filters

NRS Boundary Socks

Tripod Spikes


Planning a photo trip, and travel tips for photographers – LPP #16



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In this episode Nick talks about tips for planning a photo trip, as well as some general travel tips for photographers.
Planning around season indicators, and using social media tags and metadata to find out when those seasonal happenings might occur can be very useful.  In this episode Nick also talks about staying flexible with plans.. backup camera bodies.. showering with your tripod… and taking gear that makes sense rather than ever lens you own.


Adventures in Nature Photography with Art Wolfe – LPP #17



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Art Wolfe is one of the most well known names in photography of our generation.  Art’s photography in nature, culture, and wildlife are some of the most important and influential work of the past 50 years.  In this episode I talk with Art about his newest book “earth is my witness”.  We also talk about staying current with technology, staying inspired and motivated, and the sacrifices needed to create work at the highest level.

Art’s website can be found here

The book can be purchased here

Nick’s website can be found here


Live Panel with Thomas Heaton, Bryan Peterson, & Erin Babnik – LPP #15



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This is a Live Panel discussion recorded at the out of Acadia conference.  We talk about creative block, inspiration, scariest moments in the field, and reoccurring tips and themes while teaching during the Acadia workshops.

Thomas Heaton’s Website

Bryan Peterson’s Website

Erin Babnik’s Website

Nick Page’s Website


Chasing Aurora Borealis In Iceland



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In this episode Nick recaps his recent Iceland workshop.  Before the workshop as well as after Nick was able to chase Aurora and photograph epic Northern Light action.  Things covered in this episode, following weather, dealing with wet conditions, tips for photographing aurora.

Iceland’s weather site

Nick’s workshops and tours

 


Time Lapse Photography with Michael Shainblum



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In this episode I talk with Michael Shainblum about time lapse.  Michael is one of the top photographers in the world and for good reason.  In this episode we talk about the gear he uses, techiniques for day to night transitions, and lots more.

Michael’s website www.shainblumphoto.com

Nick’s website www.nickpagephotography.com

Michael’s instagram

Michael’s Facebook

Michael’s youtube

 


Achieving Ultimate Sharpness – LPP #12



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In this Episode Nick talks about achieving sharpness in landscape photos. Nature photographers, more than any other genera are the most likely to be sharpness obsessed.  In this episode Nick talks about where to focus, hyper focal distance, focus stacking, shutter speed, depth of field and sharpening in post processing.

Mastering Luminosity Masks

Steve Perry’s Sharpening video and actions

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