Photography

Look At All Those Stars!

Oracle State Park Dark Skies Star Party - capturing images of the night sky with a Pixel phone in astrophotography mode.

Feb 15

Cameras As Conversation Starters

Discover how carrying a camera acts as a natural conversation starter. Read how photography helps introverts connect with strangers, from Arizona to…

Jan 25

Turning an Unused Phone into an Extra Digital Camera

I turned my spare OnePlus 12 into a dedicated B&W camera. Discover how Hasselblad XPAN mode creates stunning, film-like panoramas without editing

Jan 6

Landscapes at Sunrise

As I was recently going through my archives to put together a portfolio of my best/favorite images, it occurred to me that even though I have lived in…

Jan 4

Pictures at the Poker Table

My two favorite hobbies at the same time, and when it comes to "street type" candid people pictures, you'll have a hard time finding better expressions…

Jan 3

Developing Perspective: How Pictures Changed My View

This ostensibly a 2025 Year in Review post. But it's also about how reflecting on our photos can impact our mood and attitude.

Dec 31, 2025 • Todd Takes Pictures

How To Capture and Edit Bird Pictures

Improve your bird photography with these practical field tips and simple Lightroom editing tricks. From gear advice to removing noise, here is what…

Dec 27, 2025 • Todd Takes Pictures

Dark Skies and Endless Stars

Solstice Star Watching at Chiricahua National Monument

Dec 21, 2025 • Todd Takes Pictures

What Makes Someone A "Photographer"?

A personal reflection on the difference between taking pictures and being a photographer. Exploring the role of camera gear versus artistic intention…

Dec 7, 2025 • Todd Takes Pictures

The Accidental Wedding Photographer

I mean everybody knew I had a "nice" camera, but they already had someone to take pictures.

Oct 13, 2025 • Todd Takes Pictures

Approaching Severe Thunderstorm

Sep 25, 2025 • Todd Takes Pictures

Will Keepsakes Last in the Digital Age?

Remember when we took/printed real pictures

Sep 22, 2025 • Todd Takes Pictures

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