All Things Photographic
The Nikon Z 14-30 f/4 S Lens
After using the Nikon Z6 with the Nikon Nikkor Z 14-30 f/4 S zoom lens I thought it was time to review the performance of the lens and give my thoughts on how the lens performs and what I like and dislike about the Z 14-30 f/4 S..
The Nikon Z 24-70 f/4 S Lens
The Nikon Z 24-70 f/4 S lens was one of the first Z-mount lenses released by Nikon and was often supplied as part of a kit with the Z6 and Z7 cameras, however this lens is part of Nikon’s S-Line meaning it is much more than a standard cheap kit lens.
The Nikon Z6 - 24 Months On
After using the Nikon Z6 for just over two years I thought it was time to review and give my thoughts on how the camera performs and what I like and dislike about the Z6.
Mobility issues and wheelchair use in Cumbria and the Lake District.
Cumbria has a stunning landscape but the very terrain that makes it so beautiful can also make it inaccessible in some areas to people with mobility issues and wheelchair users.
Maryport Trawler Race 2021
The annual Maryport Trawler Race is planned for July 2021 but COVID-19 restrictions may affect whether the race is run this year. I thought it might be a good idea to use this blog post to raise awareness of the event and to support the organisers.
How To: Photograph a Total Lunar Eclipse
Astronomy enthusiasts will witness the first total lunar eclipse of 2021 on May 26 so it is timely for this post. Total lunar eclipses occur when the Earth comes in between the Sun and the Moon and completely blocks the Sun’s rays from reaching the Moon. This is particularly challenging for the budding astrophotographer.
How To: Create Little Planets
I have always liked those round creations which look like your own little worlds, and wanted to try to make one so I finally did by following a simple tutorial on the internet.
How To: Photograph Garden Birds
The recent pandemic lockdowns prevented many people from travelling to pursue their photography hobby but, while stuck at home, photographing garden birds can be the perfect way to try a different subject.
Happy 70th Birthday Lake District
On May 9th, 2021 the Lake District National Park celebrated its 70th birthday. England’s largest national park was designated as the UK’s second park for the nation on May 9, 1951.
How To: Focus Stack in Landscape Photography
There are two basic scenarios when shooting landscapes that may benefit from focus stacking. Focus stacking combines a number of images taken at different focus distances through a scene.
The Bluebells are Back
Each year in late April and early May, the landscape of Cumbria takes on a different hue. This is the time that the fresh greens of spring grass change to the blue of the humble bluebell, also known as Hyacinthoides non-scripta.
The Switch to a New Camera
I thought Mirrorless Cameras would not compete with DSLRs until one day in 2019 when a medical emergency made me rethink my approach to photography.