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Stunning Northcliff Sunset with Soweto Smoke on the Horizon
Capturing a beautiful Northcliff sunset with smoke billowing from Soweto across the horizon. This was the last shoot of winter and well worth braving the cold.
Street Photography in Cyrildene at Chinese New Year 2019 - Year of the Pig
Another year and off I go to Chinese New Year 2019. This was the year of the Pig festival in Cyrildene featuring everything I've come to love about the event.
Beautiful Classic Cars at 27 Boxes in Melville
Wipe away your drool and start your engines as you feast your eyes on beautiful classic cars. Lets see all the cars and curves captured at 27 Boxes in Melville on Fathers Day.
High Speed Luxury at the Jaguar Land Rover Experience
If you have the need for speed then this shoot from the Jaguar Land Rover Experience is a must see. Check out everything that went down thanks to the folks at ExploreZA.
Top 10 Most Expensive Photos Sold at Auction
Can you guess the most expensive photos ever sold at auction? While us photographers know it can be an expensive hobby this list features photos shot with humble equipment, by today's standards. Despite limitations some photographers take things to a whole new level setting world records selling their works.
Growing Strange Flowers in the Dark with Light Painting
See how Finland based artist Hannu Huhtamo created fantastical and strange flowers using light painting. Hannu shows that when the odds are against you a little lateral thinking can go a long way.
Shutter Speed - Part 2 of the Photography for Beginners Tutorial
The shutter speed is the second of the fundamental light controls as it is the next phase light passes through on it's way to becoming a photo. The shutter speed is how fast the shutter moves to allow light to pass through.
Photography for Beginners Tutorial 3 Part Series
This Photography for Beginners Tutorial is for anyone interested in photography. Photography is all about light and once you learn to control it you'll be on your way to becoming a photographer. In this 3 part series I'll take you through the 3 fundamental light controls.
ISO - Part 3 of the Photography for Beginners Tutorial
The ISO is the last of the fundamental light controls you'll need to know before you can claim to be a real photographer. It is also the last control to have an impact on light before your photo becomes a reality.
Compress Video Without Losing Quality Using HandBrake
Lets kick off the year with a more efficient workflow and compress video without losing quality. This quick tutorial takes you through the process of using free software called HandBrake.
Fashion Photoshoot Fun with Canon South Africa
See what happened at the fashion photoshoot organized by the folks at Canon South Africa. The afternoon workshop featured models, a runway and plenty of eager photographers.
Twice the Fun at Chinese New Year 2017 for Year of the Rooster
It was Chinese New Year 2017 in Joburg and this year I did double the work visiting both First China Town in Newtown and Cyrildene a week later.
Capturing Sandton's Night Lights Illuminating Africa's Richest Square Mile
Come and explore Africa's richest mile as we capture Sandton's night lights on display in the ever growing neighbourhood.
Aperture - Part 1 of the Photography for Beginners Tutorial
The aperture is my go to setting when I want to take control. As a member of the fundamental light controls it plays a critical role for any photographer. Not only is it the first control to impact on light it also lets you control the viewer.
Turkish Mosque Visit and Sunset Photo Walk
This photo walk took us to the Madhya Kailash Temple and the Turkish mosque called Nizamiye Turkish Masjid which were conveniently located right next door to each other.
Street Photography at the Johannesburg Instawalk
It was time for street photography at this years annual #WWIM13 Instawalk which took place in the Joburg CBD. We started at 1 Fox and headed down towards Gandhi Square where Killer Clowns and Firebreathers awaited our arrival.
Photowalk From Rosebank Mall to Surrounding Heritage Sites
The photowalk organized by Kameraz in Rosebank Mall saw a lazy Sunday afternoon tour of the neighbourhood. The walk took us from the hustle and bustle of the markets to the old workhorse fire station.
Leading a Photowalk to Nelson Mandela Bridge
The World Wide Photowalk 2016 saw photographers from around the world hit the streets. I decided to lead my very first photowalk to Nelson Mandela Bridge guiding a group of 50 photographers through the streets of Johannesburg.
In the City for Chinese New Year 2016 or Year of the Monkey
It's that time of year again when Chinese New Year 2016 lights up the night sky with a volley of fireworks heard far and wide. This year I set off to Old China Town in the Johannesburg CBD.
Johannesburg Art Gallery Photowalk in Maboneng
Arts on Main was the starting point for our Johannesburg art gallery photowalk and surrounding areas. This photowalk would take us to newly renovated buildings housing small shops, art galleries and more.
Interior Design Photo Shoot of a Renovated Melville Home
This interior design photo shoot was for Afroglam Interior Design & Project Management. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa they had just completed a residential project in Melville.
Instagram Model Mayhem in Maboneng - Last 2016 Photo Walk
Watch Instagram model's and photographers descended on Maboneng in the Johannesburg CBD for the last Instawalk of 2016. The photowalk attracted over 100 people who took to the streets for one last fun filled walk.
Lightroom Geotagging is Easier than You Think
Lightroom makes Geotagging quick and easy and this tutorial will have you up and running in no time at all. Why would you want to geotag your photos? Well, the ability to add extra information to your photo's like GPS data can be extremely helpful when managing large collections of photos.
Firebreathers and Dancers Set the Night Ablaze
The Joburg Photo Walkers were kept mesmerized by a team of firebreathers and dancers on a chilly evening. See how the team of performers managed to warm a cold night on the verge of winter with displays of control over the deadly primal element.
How to Edit Video with Lightroom for Colour Grading
Learn how to Edit Video with Photoshop Lightroom in the latest tutorial. This quick and easy tutorial will take you through the basics of editing videos from making changes to exposure and colour grading.
2016's Top 5 Photography Videos I Recommend
While 2016 wasn't a great year in many respects it did serve up some gems in terms of photography videos. Here is my list of 2016's top 5 photography videos that have inspired me to try new things.
Photographing in the Rain at Chinese New Year 2015 or Year of the Goat
The normally bright and colorful Chinese New Year 2015, or year of the Goat, event had to contend with the weather this time around as rain made for a moody and subdued photowalk.
The Nizamiye Turkish Masjid is the Biggest Mosque in the Southern Hemisphere
Another afternoon spent with the Joburg Photo Walkers at the Nizamiye Turkish Masjid in Midrand. We spent the afternoon taking photo's of the elaborate designs adorning the biggest mosque in the Southern Hemisphere.
Capturing Glass Reflections and Impurities
This photography tutorial on came about after I saw from some photo's of 'Refractographs'. In this tutorial we'll focus on glass reflections and impurities and how to manipulate them using various techniques.
The Roar of Fireworks at Chinese New Year 2014 or the Year of the Horse
The Chinese New Year 2014, or year of the Horse, celebrations were held in Cyrildene. The closed off street had it all from Fireworks to Dragon Dancers and more.
Exploring a Derelict Building in Johannesburg
See what happened on a chilly winter morning spent taking photo's of a derelict building in Johannesburg. As always the Joburg Photo Walkers had organized another fun filled walk.
Catching Fire while Playing with Matches
In this photography tutorial it's all about playing with matches and capturing fire, on a small scale. The photography techniques used and process is pretty simple and uses common household items.
HDR Tutorial from Visiting Derelict Buildings
In this HDR tutorial I'll take you through the process of creating HDR photo's from a recent visit to a derelict building. This photography tutorial will take you through the photography process explaining various techniques and software.
Graffiti Art Photowalk Around Johannesburg
This graffiti art photowalk took place in the Johannesburg CBD with a tour around Maboneng and Jeppestown. If you've even been curious to join a photowalk but haven't then check out what happened at the World Wide Photowalk 2014.
Visiting the Temple for Chinese New Year 2012 or the Year of the Dragon
The Nan Hua Temple in Bronkhorstspruit was the place to be for the Chinese New Year 2012 celebrating the year of the Dragon. This would be my second time traveling to the temple for such an event.
Beautiful Pictures of Horses at a Dressage Training School
A collection of photos taken on a sunny day spent at the Kinvara Equestrian Centre in Kyalami. Kinvara is known for their dressage events and training at their school which allowed me to snap some beautiful pictures of horses training.
Remarkably Detailed Macro Photography of Insects
Getting into the world of macro photography of insects and various bug eyed beauties. These photo's include the usual from Spiders, Butterflies and Praying Mantis to the more unusual critters lurking around the garden.
Garden images of Beautiful Flowers and Plants
It's time to take break and enjoy some bright and colourful flowers and plants and various other garden images. These beautiful subjects are all from my garden in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Skateboard Photography for World Wide Photowalk 2012
It was that time of year again with photographers around the world ready for the annual World Wide Photowalk 2012. This year's Joburg event took place at the Randburg Bright Water Commons which featured skateboard photography and a light show in the evening.
My Exciting First Photowalk in Johannesburg
Join me on my first photographic tour through the streets of South Africa as part of the World Wide Photowalk in Johannesburg 2011. The walk passed various landmarks from industrialized factories to the courthouses ending at Nelson Mandela Bridge.