Manual Mode Made Simple: Why Your Photos Are Blurry (and How to Take Control of Your Camera)

Jul 11, 2025 | Photography Basics

Taking photos should be fun and rewarding, but for many beginners, it quickly becomes frustrating. You might find yourself snapping dozens of shots only to end up with blurry, underexposed, or washed-out pictures. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone — and you’re...

Van Gaalen Cheese Farm Hartbeespoort

Jun 18, 2025 | Travel Photography

If you’re looking for a peaceful day-trip destination near Hartbeespoort, the Van Gaalen Cheese Farm is a charming escape. It’s filled with farm animals, panoramic mountain views, and quiet moments perfect for reflection. As a photographer, I’m always on the lookout...

Matric Farewell Photos of Jaiden

Apr 17, 2025 | Portrait

Share this post: We decided to do Jaiden’s matric farewell shoot in Raslouw. The sky was overcast, casting a soft light with gentle shadows, one of my favourite lighting conditions to shoot in. This was my second session with my new mirrorless camera after switching...

Pilanesberg National Park Wildlife Photography Safari

Feb 1, 2025 | Wildlife Photography

The Road to Pilanesberg: Rural Scenes and Shifting LandscapesPeople, Places & Stories Along the Road to PilanesbergEntering the Pilanesberg: Mountains and Bushveld LandscapeBlack Rhino Reserve: Staying at the Pilanesberg Private LodgePilanesberg Wildlife Safari:...

Why Photography Workshops Are the Best Way to Learn

Dec 20, 2024 | Education

Photography is more than just picking up a camera and pressing the shutter button. It’s about mastering technical skills, developing your creative eye, and learning how to adapt to various lighting situations and compositions. While online tutorials and courses are...