• Feb 4, 2026

Let's Talk About Bears - Webinar Replay

  • David W. Shaw
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An Atlantic Royal Flycatcher in the rainforest of Brazil

  • Nov 1, 2025

Shoot for Variety

  • David W. Shaw
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There is a real tendency among photographers to find a composition they like and just keep shooting it, creating dozens of near-duplicates along the way. Instead, learn to shoot for variety. Your audience, buyers, and future self will thank you.

  • Oct 2, 2025

Autumn Light and Matter

  • David W. Shaw
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Light quality and direction has a profound impact on our photographs. In the autumn, that seems to matter even more as we try to emphasize the rich colors of fall foliage. Here is some guidance on how to use light in your autumn photography.

  • Sep 5, 2025

Embracing the Mood

  • David W. Shaw
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When the clouds descend, the rain and snow falls, it's time to reconsider our approach to photography. Compositions will become tighter, depths of field shallower, and some great images may appear.

  • Aug 14, 2025

In Photography, You Don't Have to Get it Right

  • David W. Shaw
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There is no requirement to get great shots on every outing, but you should always shoot, because even taking mediocre photos will make you a better photographer.

  • Aug 1, 2025

What Are the Right Camera Settings? It Always Depends

  • David W. Shaw
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There is no such thing as "correct" settings in photography. No matter what you might have heard. What matters is your intent.

  • Aug 1, 2025

Sometimes You Just Need to Get it Out There

  • David W. Shaw
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This is a NEW resource here at the Photo Experience! A place where I can drop quick posts about questions I've received, notes about what I'm thinking about as a photographer in the field, and a place where you can ask your own questions.