Lessons From the Hudson River School of Painting

There are many ways to improve as a landscape and nature photographer, and most involve learning both the art and craft of photography. The internet is overflowing with tips, techniques, how-to’s, and an ever growing list of experts who can show you how to capture an award winning image. Missing from this approach, however, is a sense of what is best for you as a photographer and creative individual.
When leading workshops, I focus on the art and the craft, but ultimately try to emphasize the importance of personal expression over technique. This shift usually leads to questions such as, “How do you stay inspired?”, or “How do you find new ways to photograph the same subjects?”, or maybe, “Where do you turn for creative inspiration?”
Cultivating creativity is one of my core values as a visual artist, and I think it has tremendous value for you if any of these questions have ever crossed your mind. In fact, I think it’s fair to say these are challenges that we all face on a regular bas...