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Travel guides, photography techniques, and behind-the-scenes stories from shoots across British Columbia and beyond.

Behind the Lens

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Light trails
Photography

How to Choose a Brand Photographer that Delivers Results

If you're a business owner or marketing director investing in brand photography, the images need to do more than look nice. They need to lower your website's bounce rate. They need to stop the scroll on social.

Feb 2026· 6 min read

Light trails
Photography

Why Mining Companies Need Professional Storytelling

The mining and resource sector has a communication problem. It's one of the most technically sophisticated industries on the planet, but the way most companies present themselves visually doesn't reflect that.

Feb 2026· 6 min read

Light trails
Photography

Why Professional Hotel Photography Actually Drives Bookings

So what actually separates professional hospitality photography from the standard stuff? Here's what I've learned from shooting resorts and hotels in the Okanagan, Santorini, and beyond.

Feb 2026· 6 min read

Light trails
Photography

How to Shoot Stunning Light Trails

A beginner's guide to capturing dynamic streaks of light with long exposures — from gear to settings to post.

Sep 2023· 6 min read

Gear essentials
Photography

What's in My Backpack

Every piece of gear I bring on a trip — from the Sony A7R IV to the DJI Mini 3 Pro and the bags that carry it all.

Aug 2023· 7 min read

Composition tips
Photography

Mastering Composition

10 essential techniques — from rule of thirds to negative space — to take your framing to the next level.

Aug 2023· 7 min read

Golden hour
Photography

Mastering Golden Hour

The ultimate guide to capturing perfect sunrise and sunset photos — planning, settings, and post-processing.

Aug 2023· 7 min read

Landscape composition
Photography

Composition in Landscape Photography

10 landscape-specific techniques — foreground interest, layers, natural frames, and working with light.

Aug 2023· 8 min read

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