Texas photography
To some people, a photograph is no more than a moment in time that has been captured forever, through the wonders of science, to be preserved or cherished for a lifetime. To others, it is a method of communicating with others or, better yet, art. Wildlife and outdoors photography presents its own set of challenges, and Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine takes pride in exhibiting the work of some of the state's finest photographers each month.
From Our Pages: Photography Articles
Picture This: Shooting in the Raw
Uncompressed format captures greater range of color and light.
Picture This: Scouting for Shots
Exploring an area before a shoot can give your photography an edge.
Picture This: Lights, Camera, Action!
Smaller, better gear offers increasing variety of options to tell visual stories.
Picture This: From Selfie to 'Selfiescape'
A great outdoor selfie takes your surroundings into account.
Picture This: Sunbursts and Starbursts
Capturing rays of light requires a small aperture and the right conditions.
Picture This: The Secret Setting
‘Aperture priority’ is a mode both amateurs and pros can embrace.
Picture This: Let It Snow
Winter weather changes the photographic landscape.
Shadows and Light
Photographer Lance Varnell lost his sight but not his artistic vision.
Picture This: A Wider Field of View
New products continue to expand the ways we take photos.
Picture This: Birds in Focus
Photographer Cissy Beasley offers tips for better bird photos.
Picture This: In Search of Style
Photographers can develop a recognizable look that sets their work apart.
Picture This: 5 for Fall
State parks offer autumn photographic opportunities beyond foliage.
Picture This: Past Meets Present
Vintage lenses offer fresh perspectives in today's photography.
Picture This: Smaller, Sharper, Faster
Camera companies continue to make strides in photo technology.
Picture This: Phototherapy
Photographer uses light like an artist's brush to enhance night shots.
Picture This: The Age of Images
Today, it's not just how you take a photo, it's how you use it.
Picture This: Zooming in on Big Lenses
Zoom lenses offer quality alternatives to traditional single-focal-length lenses. read more
Picture This: The Need for Speed
Correct shutter speed makes the difference in capturing action. read more
Photo Essay: The Space Between
Valley nature refuges could end up between a border wall and the river. read more
Photo Ranches
Wildlife in the viewfinder. read more
Better Bird Photos
Tips for shooting like a pro. read more
Picture This: The Drone Age
Rules are catching up to increased use of aerial devices. read more
Picture This: Holding the Bag
Harnesses, bags and cases make carrying photo gear easier. read more
Picture This: Crank It Up
Opportunities expand for shooting in low light. read more
Picture This: Hip to be Square
Shooting square requires a different type of photographic thinking. read more
Picture This: Camera Obscura
Photographer Ian Kasnoff turns a trailer into a camera to capture state park landscapes. read more
Picture This: An Artful Second Act
Photographer turns wildlife shots into works of beauty. read more
Picture This: Shooting Blooms
Smartphones boost options for flower photo creativity. read more
Photo Essay: Focus on the Wild
Foundation's photo contest celebrates the Texas outdoors. read more
Picture This: Shoot the Moon
Lunar photography provides its own set of special challenges. read more
Wildlife in Focus
In photo contest, nature’s the star. read more
Picture This: Click-mas List
Photographers will enjoy unwrapping the latest photo and video gear. read more
Picture This: Dedicated to Craft
South Texas photographer Hector Astorga works hard to make his images just right. read more
Picture This: Elements of Excellence
The keys to a prize-winning photograph lie in these 12 competition standards. read more
Picture This: Photographing Moving Water
The silky effects of water can add a touch of magic to a photograph. read more
Picture This: Pictures of Summer
The season of heat and bright light brings special challenges and opportunities for photographers. read more
Picture This: Keeping It Steady
Stabilizers are evolving to enhance video shot on phones and action cams. read more
Photo Essay: One in a Million
Veteran wildlife photographer Wyman Meinzer shares images of his rarest finds. read more
Picture This: Think Shallow
Use of selective focus brings special attention to the subject of a photograph. read more
Picture This: The Blue Hour
After the sun goes down, the first few minutes of evening present a special photographic opportunity. read more
Picture This: Accentuate the Negative
Incorporating ‘negative space’ into your images will add context and provide some breathing room. read more
Picture This: Prime Time
Although zoom lenses are better than ever, don’t forget the old standby: the prime lens. read more
Picture This: Optics for All
Ever-improving scopes and binoculars offer a clear eye on the outdoors. read more
Picture This: Capturing the Colors of Fall
Autumn provides creative chances to photograph the vivid beauty of the season. read more
Picture This: The Burden of Excess Gear
Acquiring more camera equipment doesn’t lead to better photography. Or does it? read more
Picture This: Do You Need a Filter?
Filters help protect your lens and enable color correction, but they have drawbacks. read more
Picture This: Eye in the Sky
Drones are grabbing the buzz in the photo and film worlds. read more
Photo Essay: Living History
Re-enactors bring the past to life. read more
Picture This: Refining Color
Moving beyond "auto" on the white balance setting can enhance your photos. read more
Picture This: Better Wildlife Photography
Avoiding these three errors will get you closer to pulling off that winning animal shot. read more
Bare Bones
Loss of sight caused photographer Jim Bones to see Big Bend in a different light. read more
Picture This: Action Cams
Small video cameras pump up the thrills in outdoor photography.. read more
Picture This: Photo Round-Trip
Your smart device and its apps can serve as a processor for enhancing images from your camera or desktop. read more
Picture This: Digital Darkroom
Post-processing allows a wide array of enhancements to be made to a photograph. read more
Our Photo Contest Winners2011 Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine Photo Contest — Congratulations to our photo contest winners — Laura Vu, Howard Cheek and Daniel Ray! View the gallery of winners and finalists here. The winning photos are featured in photographer Earl Nottingham's column in the January 2012 issue of Texas Parks & Wildlife. Thanks to everyone who entered. |