Golden hour is one of the best times of day for photography. Learn what golden hour is, when it happens, and how to use it to capture better landscape and portrait photos.

The rule of thirds is one of the most important principles in photography. This post shows real examples from Shenandoah National Park to help you understand how to use it in both landscape and wildlife photography.

Choosing your first camera can be confusing, especially if you want to learn manual mode photography. In this guide, Scott Turnmeyer explains what to look for in a beginner camera, why Sony, Canon, and Nikon are the best choices, and how to pick the right kit to start your photography journey.

Wondering what time golden hour is? Learn when golden hour happens, how long it lasts, and how to find the exact timing for your location to capture better photos.

Discover the best photography spots in Warren County VA, including Hogback Overlook, Skyline Drive viewpoints, river scenes, and historic downtown Front Royal.

Learn the best camera settings for golden hour photography, including ISO, aperture, shutter speed, and tips for landscapes and portraits.

Our first trip to Las Vegas included exploring Fremont Street, the Strip, and unforgettable shows — but the highlight was a Grand Canyon helicopter wedding at sunset, followed by iconic Las Vegas night photography across the Strip.

Traveling from Zion to Las Vegas with a stop at Valley of Fire State Park made for an unforgettable road trip day. From iconic red rock formations like Fire Wave and Elephant Rock to photography tips for shooting in harsh light, this guide covers everything along the way.

Our first full day at Zion National Park was all about taking it slow — exploring Springdale, enjoying scenic views, and ending the day with sunset photography on the Kanab Plateau. A perfect beginner-friendly way to experience Zion without hiking.

Old Rag Mountain is one of the most popular and challenging hikes in Shenandoah National Park, featuring a rock scramble, summit views, and a full-day hiking experience.

Stony Man Trail is one of the easiest hikes in Shenandoah National Park, offering a short walk to one of the best views along Skyline Drive.

Hawksbill Summit is the highest point in Shenandoah National Park, offering one of the best panoramic views along Skyline Drive with a short and accessible hike.

Learn how the exposure triangle works in photography and how aperture, shutter speed, and ISO work together to control brightness, motion, and depth of field.

Day 5 of our Southwest road trip took us from Page Arizona to Zion National Park along Highway 89, with stops at Lone Rock Beach, Toadstool Hoodoos, Kanab dinosaur tracks, and night photography in Zion.

Sunrise at Horseshoe Bend, photography in Antelope Canyon, and an aerial tour over Tower Butte during our Southwest road trip through Page, Arizona.

A Southwest road trip itinerary from Phoenix to Las Vegas with stops in Sedona, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Zion National Park, and Valley of Fire, plus travel and photography tips from the trip.

Expensive cameras don’t automatically make better photos. Learn why composition, light, and understanding photography matter more than gear, whether you shoot with a DSLR, mirrorless, or iPhone.

Visitors to Shenandoah National Park often gather at overlooks along Skyline Drive to watch the sunset. While the view is beautiful as the sun dips below the mountains, many people leave too early and miss the most colorful part of the evening sky. One of the best tips for watching or photographing sunset in Shenandoah is to stay a little longer after the sun disappears below the horizon.

Discover the best sunrise spots in Shenandoah National Park, including overlooks along Skyline Drive and scenic locations for photography.

Discover the best photography spots in Shenandoah National Park, including overlooks, hiking locations, waterfalls, and scenic views along Skyline Drive.