Photo – Photography By Mark G Adams

The Tool That Always Takes Me Back To Darktable

Anyone who had followed me for any length of time knows how much I love and enjoy Darktable. Yes, I use other software very often, namely Luminar Neo and RapidRaw, however there is a tool in Darktable that always brings me back to it. The tool in question is the Rotate And Perspective tool, whichContinue reading “The Tool That Always Takes Me Back To Darktable”

New Lens First Look – The Tamron Z 35-100mm F/2.8

Alright, let’s talk about the Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD for the Nikon Z mount. Honestly, when you first pick this thing up, the biggest shocker is the size. If you’ve ever lugged around a traditional 70-200mm f/2.8 brick, or even a hefty 35-150mm, this little guy feels like an absolute featherweight. Weighing inContinue reading “New Lens First Look – The Tamron Z 35-100mm F/2.8”

Why Getting It Right In Camera Is More Important Than You Think

For many, the true art of photography happens in the field, not behind a computer screen. While modern post-processing software offers incredible tools to polish a digital file, the core of great photography relies on the choices made at the exact moment the shutter clicks. Making deliberate, precise adjustments in the camera is the singleContinue reading “Why Getting It Right In Camera Is More Important Than You Think”

Photographers, do you “chimp”?

Or to give it it’s full title “Photographers, do you chimp or are you finally past that stage of insecurity?”. It’s a strange habit that some photographers have (working in the field, not in critical situations such as a studio where every single thing is set up for the perfect shot). As a side-note, weContinue reading “Photographers, do you “chimp”?”

Bee And Bluebell

A bee was buzzing around the bluebells when it flew into shot. I have not seen too many bees around this year, as it is still quite early in the year. However, this one flew into my shot while I was out with the Z6ii and Tamron 150-500mm. Edited in RapidRaw 1.5.4. My name isContinue reading “Bee And Bluebell”