Around here in Appalachia, we call it stick season, the quiet window between autumn color and snow. Whatever you call it, the principle holds. The landscape finally reveals its structure.

As a naturalist and photographer, I’ve learned how Smoky Mountain forest ecology can teach us to see, understand, and photograph the land more truthfully.

Each year, I refresh my memory on how to photograph stunning fall foliage with these 6 essential fall photography tips.

Being out alone in nature can feel both peaceful and uneasy. In this Q&A, I share my solo nature photography safety habits and tools for building confidence outdoors.

Exploring the Smokies after dark with herpetologist Dr. John Maerz taught me how amphibians and reptiles sharpen our skills in patience, presence, and photography. From salamanders to copperheads, these secretive creatures reveal the art of seeing in the dark.

The step-by-step guide on how to photograph fireflies and lightning bugs sharing how to prepare, the camera settings to use, and the editing.

Wondering which gear is actually essential for landscape photography? In this Q&A, I share the lessons I wish I had known when I first started investing in landscape photography gear—from lenses to tripods and filters.

Discover 25 creative photography goals for 2025 to improve your nature and landscape photography skills. From daily practices to long-term projects.