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Year: 2026

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What Do YOU Think About These Photos?

What Do YOU Think About These Photos?

As we look back on 250 years of American history, so much has changed—our cities, our technology, our pace of life. Yet some things remain wonderfully unchanged. I’m grateful for every chance I've had to explore even a small portion of this immense continent. Over the past year, as I’ve sorted through images for my 2027 Fine Art Calendar, I’ve found myself reflecting on the incredible natural beauty God has placed across this country. And now it's your turn to share your impressions & feedback on my photos!

PerspectiveTips & Tricks
Why Great Photos Depend on the Small Stuff

Why Great Photos Depend on the Small Stuff

In a past blog post, I said I'd share more photos from our short stop in Sedona, Arizona. Well, here they are, plus a fascinating tidbit behind great photos that I discovered while as I was editing them.

I didn't know my way around Sedona very well. But after doing some online scouting, I was convinced that Bell Rock was the place I wanted to go for my only sunset in the area. Naturally, I followed Google Maps to the "Bell Rock Pathway Trailhead Parking Lot." But when we got there, I didn't see any Bell Rock.

Impressive PlacesStories & Expeditions
How We Took Amazing Rainy-Day Photos in the Smoky Mountains

How We Took Amazing Rainy-Day Photos in the Smoky Mountains

Rain poured down in torrential waves as we made our way through the Smoky Mountains. We had gotten up insanely early—long before dawn—to make the most of our time photographing at the high-elevation overlooks before the storm. But now the rain was coming down so hard that even the most dedicated among us didn’t feel like stepping out of the car for a photo. Until we rounded a bend and saw...

Perspective
A Lesson in Faith from Banks Lake, Washington

A Lesson in Faith from Banks Lake, Washington

I can’t tell you how rejuvenating it is when I cross paths with a Christian photographer loves to write and share Christian perspective in photography! Not that long ago, a friend of mine introduced me to the photo blog of Jeffrey Cummings, a nature photographer on the west coast. And I’ve been enjoying following his blog ever since! When I read the following post about his experience at Banks Lake in Washington, I thought it would be an excellent read for everyone here at Lenspiration, and Jeff was more than happy to share. —James

Pic of the Month
A Day To Remember

A Day To Remember

The hard deadlines of filing taxes and preparing for an upcoming road trip prevented me from being able to write up a full blog post this week, but I did takes some photos over the Easter weekend that I thought you might enjoy seeing!

Assignments
Student Photographer Spotlight: Summer Milligan

Student Photographer Spotlight: Summer Milligan

One thing I love about EXPLORE Meet-ups is the people! As I packed my suitcase and camera gear for the quick trip down to Jekyll Island, Georgia, I already couldn't wait to see the West family again along with their grandfather, Slade. And Lukas, who talks photography every time I see him at the TTD Convention in Pigeon Forge would be there too! This was going to be fun.

Stories & Expeditions
Who Wins the Prize for the 10 “Most Unique” Photos of a . . . Door?

Who Wins the Prize for the 10 “Most Unique” Photos of a . . . Door?

Photos of a door? You read it correctly! For the Jekyll Island EXPLORE Meetup we did a unique photography challenge. “Go find a door and take 10 artistic photos of it. The one who comes away with the most unique set of 10 photos wins!” Yeah, I know. Sounds rather difficult. If not downright strange. But you should try it sometime!

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