landscape Archives • Usually Dave

It’s a special time, those first snowfalls of the year that leave us all filled with wonder. … Continue Reading >Early Autumn Snow

Reviews & Recommendations

Fujifilm XF56mm f/1.2 R – Don’t Fear the Bokeh Monster

March 21, 2018March 22, 2018

That’s right, I’m back with another look at one of my most used lenses! This time it’s my second most used lens in my kit, the Fujifilm XF56mm f/1.2 R. Unlike werewolves, vampires, and glitter, I have no fear of Fuji’s Bokeh Monster! … Continue Reading >Fujifilm XF56mm f/1.2 R – Don’t Fear the Bokeh Monster

Creativity & Process

Stocksy United Rejected Me : What I Learned From The Experience

January 17, 2018August 2, 2018

I got rejected from Stocksy and it was fantastic! Come along as I share what I learned from the process and why I think it helped me as a photographer! … Continue Reading >Stocksy United Rejected Me : What I Learned From The Experience

Education & Technique

9 Tips for Photographing Frosty Landscapes

November 29, 2017February 12, 2018

As a landscape photographer, there are very few things that get me as excited as seeing my favorite weather app light up with a frost warning for the coming morning. Here are 9 great tips for getting the best photos possible in these magical conditions! … Continue Reading >9 Tips for Photographing Frosty Landscapes

Education & Technique

Creating a Cinematic Feel by Embracing 16:9

October 26, 2017September 24, 2019

When you want to bring more of a story telling element to your photography, try this tip to bring a cinematic flair to your work. … Continue Reading >Creating a Cinematic Feel by Embracing 16:9

Reviews & Recommendations

Reviewing the Rebecca Lily Premium Color Grading System

September 8, 2017August 14, 2019

Join me as I share my thoughts about the Rebecca Lily Pro Set IV Premium Color Grading System, complete with many sample photos! … Continue Reading >Reviewing the Rebecca Lily Premium Color Grading System

Reviews & Recommendations

Mastin Labs – Portra Pushed :: Not just for portraits anymore::

June 8, 2017September 5, 2019

Portra Pushed. First why not a little history for you because this isn’t going to be a traditional review as much as it will be just a journal entry, mind dump of my thoughts about Mastin Labs Portra Pushed Pack. But to get there I feel like I should explain. … Continue Reading >Mastin Labs – Portra Pushed :: Not just for portraits anymore::

Uncategorized

Searching for Shelter – Part 2

March 10, 2017

In the last post, which you should totally check out first by clicking here, I headed out in search of shelter. … Continue ReadingSearching for Shelter – Part 2

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Searching for shelter – Part 1

March 3, 2017

A few weekends ago we had some nice sunny weather and I decided to once again head out and see … Continue ReadingSearching for shelter – Part 1