Tag Archives: photography

Once in a lifetime experience

Posted on October 10, 2013 by Galen Leeds Photography

I had one today, while I was sitting alone out in a field over looking some tidal wetlands, working on a timelapse photography project. I heard some footsteps in the grass behind me, and it turns out I had a … Continue reading →

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Remembering old friends: A virtual visit to some of my favorite National Parks

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Galen Leeds Photography

They’ve been there my whole life, waiting for me to get to know them. And everyone I’ve come across, I’ve been amazed by in one way or another. Today, as they shut down, my thoughts wander to our national parks… … Continue reading →

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Translating between photography and video: shutter speed and more

Posted on September 29, 2013 by Galen Leeds Photography

As DSLRs become more capable of recording high quality video, it is harder and harder to resist the allure of moving images. And why shouldn’t it be? If a picture is worth a thousand words, and 1 second of video … Continue reading →

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How to photograph fireworks

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Galen Leeds Photography

Just realized that it’s about time to repost this one… It’s actually pretty easy to get the technical parts right, when taking pictures of fireworks, which means the important part is to think ahead and decide where you want to … Continue reading →

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Anatomy of a photo #86: Coyote tongue

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Galen Leeds Photography

This is a continuation in my series of catching animals having a little slip of the tongue… or in some cases, like this one, a not so little slip. This is not about showing close up detailed images of animal … Continue reading →

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Kayak photography video

Posted on February 15, 2013 by Galen Leeds Photography

I spend a lot of time kayaking, exploring, and photographing the natural world. Motorless boats, cameras, and nature all go so well together- gliding silently along, with only the murmur of the paddle to interrupt the songs of the myriad … Continue reading →

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The ethics of disclosing where photographs were taken

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Galen Leeds Photography

I spend a lot of time on public lands and waters, where I see many amazing and delightful things. I photograph them and share them with others. It is not uncommon for people to say, “Wow, where was this taken?” … Continue reading →

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Why I don’t use Photoshop

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Galen Leeds Photography

I don’t know how to use Photoshop anymore, and I’m pretty happy that way, since I don’t really feel much of a need for it. Back when I did have it, I only used it for three things: making signs, … Continue reading →

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Anatomy of a photo #85: Bobcat tongue

Posted on February 2, 2013 by Galen Leeds Photography

I realized it had been a while since I had posted a photo of animals caught in the act of sticking out their tongues, something which seems to happen in a surprising amount of my photographs. These photographs are not … Continue reading →

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Anatomy of a photo #84: Faux Fringing a sheep

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Galen Leeds Photography

I remember well (although apparently not well enough) reading an article by Galen Rowell (yes, the other Galen) about how he was able to create a diffraction fringe around a fellow climber and his ice axe. It’s a fantastic photograph, … Continue reading →

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Camera settings for kayak photography

Posted on January 26, 2013 by Galen Leeds Photography

Have you ever thought to yourself “What settings should I use on my camera while I am kayaking?” This is especially important to consider with wildlife kayak photography outings, but wonder no longer, help is on the way, in the … Continue reading →

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Surfing under the Golden Gate Bridge: An Essay in Photos

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Galen Leeds Photography

I headed over to the south side of the Golden Gate Bridge early one morning, just to photograph this iconic bridge from an angle I haven’t experienced as often, and was surprised to find many people surfing. It is a … Continue reading →

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