Kayaking Wildlife

Kayaking Wildlife

by | September 1, 2018 | How To, Kayaking, Reviews

While it is uncommon for wildlife to bother kayakers, it is indeed possible that you might have encounters that make for great photo opportunities! Here is a photo tour while kayaking the Hillsborough River.

What makes a snapshot a photograph?

What makes a snapshot a photograph?

by | July 27, 2018 | How To, Photography

What makes a snapshot a photograph? While I’m not always a fan of sticking strictly to the rules of photography I don’t believe that you should be allowed to break them if you don’t know how to apply them. So here are 5 basic rules that you should keep in the back of your mind the next time you pull out your camera. Try them one at a time, or mix a couple together to see the different results.

Photography with Action Cameras

Photography with Action Cameras

by | June 20, 2018 | Cycling, How To, Kayaking, Photography

The GoPro is a very tiny action “video” camera with a very tiny sensor and a very tiny lens. It will in no way compete with a $5,000 DSLR with an equally expensive $5,000 lens attached. It’s not even going to compete with a $500 DSLR/Lens Kit. It’s just not going to happen! And by understanding the limitations, will also set acceptable expectations.

Be Your Own Mechanic

Be Your Own Mechanic

by | June 12, 2018 | Cycling, How To

Breaking down my require a walk out to the truck, but in many cases, that can be avoided with a little know-how. Here are some tips for the do-it-yourselfer who wants to know, just a bit more.

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