Regarding gear for a documentary photography situation, I thought I would use a recent trip I made to central Asia as a case study. I was working for an NGO, documenting the lives of the Kyrgyz yak herders living in the high mountains bordered by China, Tajikistan and Afghanistan. On this trip I had to fit everything (including my clothes and personal items) in my camera bag and one small carry on.
Read MoreWhen I travel I love to photograph interesting urban scenes at night. The drama of the light changes these environments and brings an otherworldly look to the scene. When you shoot at night you tend to have pools of light. Only certain areas are lit while others are in shadow, bringing a certain mystery that daylight removes. Achieving spectacular results at night requires a specific and particular mindset and setup.
Read MoreThe big question from many people starting out in photography is, “What gear do I need to make great images?” The answers to this question seem to fall into two camps. Camp #1 says that you need the latest greatest gear that includes all the bells and whistles so that you can compete in this quickly changing world of digital media. Camp #2 says... your gear is a tool that helps you reach your goal. Define your goal and then buy only the gear that actually contributes to reaching that goal.
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