National Geographic recently launched its nature photographer of the year contest and so far there are some amazing photos to be seen! The different categories for the competition are: wildlife; landscapes; arials; underwater. If I find a really good composition during my trip to Yosemite and the Eastern Sierra, I’ll try submitting it to the […]

My trip to the Eastern Sierra and Yosemite is coming up very quickly. There is a possibility that one night I may try to do some astrophotography, since I didn’t have the opportunity this last June. There is a two night open window that I’m looking at, so I’m hoping for good weather for one […]

It’s getting close to that time when I’ll be returning to the Sierra Nevada Mountains and Yosemite! I’m looking forward to checking out some new areas and seeing the new layout of the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias. I’m also looking forward to seeing the cabin I stay in every year. Below is a photo […]

I recently purchased a really nice prime wide angle lens; it’s the LAOWA 7.5 MM for the micro 4/3rds systems. The lens is completely manual and has no electronic contacts for auto focus or writing exif data to the image file. So far I have to say I really like the lens and looking forward […]