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Freeze the Moment: Guide to Capturing Sharp Action Photos Every Time
Struggling to get sharp photos of sports and fast-moving subjects? This beginner-friendly action photography guide explains the exact settings, autofocus techniques, and shooting strategies that consistently freeze motion—even with a basic camera and kit lens.

Joel Nisleit
Nov 20, 20253 min read


Northern Lights Photography: A Beginner’s Guide to Stunning Aurora Photos
A beginner-friendly guide to photographing the Northern Lights—covering gear, camera settings, and simple tips to capture stunning aurora photos during Wisconsin’s active aurora season.

Joel Nisleit
Nov 14, 20253 min read


Crafting Stunning Wedding Photography Portfolios
When I first started building my wedding photography portfolio, I quickly realized it’s not just about showing pretty pictures. It’s about telling a story, capturing emotions, and showcasing your unique style in a way that grabs attention. Whether you’re a photographer eager to elevate your craft or a local business looking to impress clients with professional images, creating a standout wedding portfolio is a game-changer. Let me walk you through some practical, fun, and eas

Joel Nisleit
Nov 11, 20254 min read
Elevate Your Photography with Cine-Hybrid Tools
Nikon ZR: RED Codec Meets Nikon’s Mirrorless Nikon’s ZR is the company’s first cinema camera jointly branded with RED. It introduces R3D...

Joel Nisleit
Sep 17, 20254 min read


Mastering Lightroom Culling: An Efficient Image Selection Workflow
Struggling with huge photo folders and slow Lightroom workflows? This guide breaks down a fast, repeatable culling process to help photographers select their best images quickly, reduce overwhelm, and spend more time editing and creating.

Joel Nisleit
Aug 16, 20255 min read


How to Get Great Air Show Pictures
A practical guide to photographing air shows, covering recommended gear, camera settings, and techniques for capturing fast-moving aircraft from the ground.

Joel Nisleit
Aug 5, 20256 min read


How do I clean my camera sensor?
Seeing dark spots in the same place in every photo? That’s sensor dust. This step-by-step guide shows how to safely clean your camera sensor at home—no factory service required.

Joel Nisleit
Mar 2, 20257 min read


How to Photograph the Moon (Even Without a Tripod)
You don’t need a tripod or exotic gear to photograph the moon. This guide shows simple camera settings and techniques for capturing sharp moon photos handheld with almost any camera.

Joel Nisleit
Aug 24, 20246 min read


How to Freeze Motion With Flash (High Speed Photography)
Learn how to freeze ultra-fast motion using manual flash. This guide explains how flash duration becomes your effective shutter speed, allowing you to capture splashes, drops, and other high-speed moments with basic lighting gear.

Joel Nisleit
Jul 24, 20246 min read


Unleash Your Creativity: Join Our Photography Courses Today
Are you passionate about photography? Do you want to take your skills to the next level and unleash your creativity? Look no further!...

Joel Nisleit
Mar 19, 20242 min read


Boost Your Online Presence with Professional Photography
In today's digital age, having a strong online presence is crucial for businesses to thrive and succeed. One effective way to boost your...

Joel Nisleit
Mar 19, 20242 min read


Is free advertising an acceptable form of payment in exchange for your photography?
Is “free exposure” ever a fair form of payment for photography? This article examines why exposure rarely benefits photographers, how value actually works in business, and why professionals should be paid with money—not promises.

Joel Nisleit
Feb 20, 20193 min read


Abstract Macro Photography: Finding Shape and Texture in Everyday Objects
An exploration of abstract macro photography using everyday objects, focusing on shape, color, and detail rather than realism, and the creative lessons learned in the process.

Joel Nisleit
Jan 14, 20183 min read


Best Wedding Schedule for Photography
Having the time for the photos you want is easy if your photographer works with you to provide a custom wedding schedule that allows for...

Joel Nisleit
Jan 14, 20183 min read
What Adobe Creative Cloud Means for Photographers
Adobe Creative Cloud (Adobe CC) is likely here to stay. So you might as well see what it means for you and how it works. I recently took...

Joel Nisleit
Dec 14, 20172 min read
PocketWizard Flex and Mini vs. Phottix Odin II (Nikon)
Until about 2016, the PocketWizard MiniTT1 transmitter and FlexTT5 transceivers for Nikon put the "Wizard" in PocketWizard, giving you...

Joel Nisleit
Dec 13, 20174 min read
How to Freeze Motion With Flash (High Speed Photography)
Seeing something that moves very fast frozen in a brief moment of time will always be fascinating. It's like peering into a new world,...

Joel Nisleit
Dec 13, 20175 min read
Check If a Wedding Vendor's Pictures Are Stolen
As a Wisconsin wedding photographer I believe in showing a good portfolio. But I also suggest a good portfolio isn't enough to hire a...

Joel Nisleit
Apr 12, 20175 min read


Wedding Album Care and Maintenance, Album Storage Tips
So you've decided to protect your wedding photography by getting an album. Wise choice! A little wedding album care and maintenance will...

Joel Nisleit
Jan 5, 20172 min read
Milwaukee Wedding Photographer Giving Back
It's nice to see a Milwaukee wedding photographer giving back. That's one reason I use only a special line of USB drives to deliver...

Joel Nisleit
Sep 7, 20161 min read
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