Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast

Want to Take Better Photos? Learn These 4 Things FIRST!

There are a lot of fundamentals you need to understand if you want to take better photos, but few are as important as these four. If you aim to improve, make sure you understand these four concepts.Links from this episode:My Lightroom Masterclass ("PODCAST10" for 10% Off)My Photoshop Masterclass ("PODCAST10" for 10% Off)Workshop ListingsToday's podcast is sponsored by my friends over at MPB, the place to buy and sell used photography gear. Go online to get a quote for your gear today: https://tinyurl.com/mse6bzk2

AJ Berard - How to Track and Photograph Owls

Send me a message here with feedback or topics you’d like to see covered on upcoming episodes! Or just say hello!In this episode of Master the Moment, I’m joined by wildlife photographer AJ Berard to dive into the fascinating world of tracking and photographing owls. AJ shares his techniques for finding these elusive birds, the patience and preparation it takes to capture them on camera, and the advice you need to level up your owl photography. Whether you’re a seasoned wildlife photographer or just starting out, this conversation is full of insight, field tips, and stories that’ll make you want to grab your camera and head into the woods after dark.Links from this episode:AJ's InstagramIf you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.Find FREE photography tutorials on my YouTube channel.10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

How to Develop Your Own Editing Style

Send me a message here with feedback or topics you’d like to see covered on upcoming episodes! Or just say hello!Finding your editing style takes time, and it isn't as easy as just finding the presets that work best for you. In this week's podcast episode, you'll learn how to dial in your edits to create a cohesive style and a repeatable workflow to use with every edit.If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.Find FREE photography tutorials on my YouTube channel.10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

Clarence Spencer - Astro Modified Cameras: What You Need to Know

Send me a message here with feedback or topics you’d like to see covered on upcoming episodes! Or just say hello!If you've been wondering about astro-modified cameras and how you can take better photos of the night sky, this is the episode for you! This week, I spoke with Clarence Spencer, owner of Spencer's Camera. Spencer's Camera is one of the most highly acclaimed places in the country to get your camera astro-modified, so Clarence was the perfect person to talk about the benefits of having your camera astro-modified. In this episode, you'll learn the benefits of modifying your camera in addition to getting some tips and tricks for capturing amazing astro images.Links from this episode:Spencer's CameraUV/IR Blocking FilterIf you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.Find FREE photography tutorials on my YouTube channel.10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

Sharpening Secrets to Help You Perfect Your Photography

Send me a message here with feedback or topics you’d like to see covered on upcoming episodes! Or just say hello!While many look at sharpening as the final step to their edit, it can be so much more than that. There are three different types of sharpening, all of which can be used together to create the perfect image. In this week's episode, I'll cover some of my favorite sharpening tips and tricks to help you dial in tack-sharp images.Links from this episode:DxO PureRAW 5 VideoSharpening for Print VideoHigh Pass Sharpen (Similar to Unsharp Mask) in Photoshop VideoIf you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.Find FREE photography tutorials on my YouTube channel.10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video