Field notes from the dark.

Occasional writing on shoots, setups and the small decisions that make a frame. No gear reviews, no presets for sale.

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Photographer Tips Journal

More field notes and photographer tips, syndicated from the James DeSalvo Photography blog on GrandRanker.