I recently returned from my scouting trip to Chicago for my upcoming photography workshop, and I couldn't be more excited about the images I captured and the locations we'll be photographing. One of the highlights of the trip was sharing the experience with my 19-year-old nephew, teaching him how to use my Sony camera and helping him learn the art of composition. We had a great time exploring the city together, revisiting some of my favorite locations while also discovering s

I have been fortunate to photograph many beautiful places in countries around the world, and one of the questions I get asked most often is, "How did you get that image?" I would love to say that great photographs simply present themselves as I walk around, but in reality, it takes a lot of planning, research, and patience to capture the images I envision. The planning begins the day I decide on a destination and who my traveling companions will be. Once I know where I am goi

When I hear the word "Tuscany," I immediately start dreaming about returning to the hilltop towns that dot the countryside, exploring winding roads, and searching for my next photograph. I think about the local people, the culture, and how I can create images that tell their stories. And, of course, I think about the incredible Italian food and the world-class wine that accompanies it. All of these thoughts come rushing back whenever I hear that one word: Tuscany. As photogra

I recently returned from attending a photography workshop in Buffalo, New York, hosted by my friend Mark Maio. The workshop takes place at Silo City and is one of the most unique photographic experiences you can find. Participants have access to six acres and more than a million square feet of silos, flour mills, and support buildings. Many of these structures have been abandoned for years—and in some cases, decades—creating incredible opportunities for HDR photography and li