Entries from 'peak photography'
What’s in my bag? An inside look at an adventure photographer’s gear kit.
Have you ever wondered what goes into making the photos I take? Well besides a lot of blood, sweat, and tears there is quite a lot of gear lugged into the backcountry. Now I’m a firm believer in the fact that it’s not the gear that matters, but the photographer. On that note, I do…
My first week in Namibia and getting banned from Facebook [Andy Austin | Adventure Travel Photographer]
On my third trip to Namibia I’ve set out to get as much accomplished as possibly. My first week was an interesting one, but great none-the-less. To learn more about my overall trip to Namibia and donate to the cause please visit this link (and enter to win a 20×30″ canvas): http://igg.me/at/wheelsofchange/x/6007833 The Beginnings: My…
My last five years as a college football player and a photographer
The last five years of my life have been the greatest of my life, because for the last five years I have been living the dream as Montana State University football player. My name is Andy Austin, and I have been living a double life. NCAA rules do not allow NCAA athletes to use…
Roadtrip Day 3: Arches National Park [Adventure Travel Photography]
- Aperture: f/6.3
- ISO: 100
- Shutter Speed: 1/100 s
- Focal Length: 24mm
- Camera: Canon EOS 6D
- Location: 38° 37.5176′ 0″ N 109° 35.9887′ 0″ W
Most of today was spent on the long drive from Jackson, WY to Moab, UT but I did get to Moab in time to duck into Arches for about 20 minutes. It stormed the entire drive and the weather was no different upon arrival in the Southwest and it looks like the storm will be…
Roadtrip Day 1: Tetons [Adventure Travel Photography]
- Aperture: f/9
- ISO: 320
- Shutter Speed: 1/125 s
- Focal Length: 70mm
- Camera: Canon EOS 6D
- Location: 43° 38.3998′ 0″ N 110° 37.4496′ 0″ W
Day 1 of my road trip was a day only black and white could describe. The day began midday Bozeman with a beautiful drive towards Jackson, Wyoming and my resting spot for the next few days at the Bentwood Inn . But after coming over the Teton pass the blue skies faded to gray as…
Top Ten Photography Myths [Bozeman, Montana Photographer]
The following is a list of the top photography myths that I hear. The bold is the myth followed by the explanation as to why it’s not true. I hope you enjoy! And if you do, make sure to like Peak Photography on Facebook or comment below with your thoughts! 1.dSLRs are only for professionals: In years past…
Bald Eagles vs Red Tailed Hawks: An Aerial Battle [Bozeman, Montana Photographer]
- Aperture: f/2.8
- ISO: 100
- Shutter Speed: 1/1250 s
- Focal Length: 165mm
- Camera: Canon EOS 6D
- Location: 45° 41.3315′ 0″ N 108° 40.8941′ 0″ W
Hello all! This is my first blog post on Peak Photography of Montana. I hope to post from time to time about awesome experiences I have out in the field as well as tips and tricks I’ve learned through years of travel! It all started yesterday when I was out for a walk with my…
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