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Why I Use The Leica 8-18 For Micro 4/3rds Photography

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In this video, I head out on a cold January morning in Northern Kentucky to photograph a historic 1800s farmhouse and former horse farm, while explaining why I chose the Leica / Panasonic 8–18mm f/2.8–4 wide-angle lens for Micro Four Thirds photography. After a late start due to heavy cloud cover, the skies begin to break, giving me the chance to test my gear in freezing temperatures, strong winds, and harsh winter conditions. Along the way, I discuss the history of this abandoned farmhouse, its past use as a horse farm and wedding venue, and why places like this deserve to be documented before they disappear. In this video, you’ll learn: Why I use the Leica 8–18mm f/2.8–4 for landscape photography How it compares to the Olympus 7–14 f/2.8, Panasonic 7–14 f/4, and OM System 8–25 f/4 Shooting wide-angle landscapes in cold weather Testing the DJI Pocket 3 in near-freezing temperatures Why size, weight, and filter compatibility matter when choosing a wide-angle lens Travel-friendl...
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Travel Photography Using the OM System OM-1MKII and 12-40 F2.8

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  Experience coastal photography along the southeastern U.S. as I photograph a foggy sunrise at Jacksonville Beach, Florida, before heading north to Driftwood Beach on Jekyll Island, Georgia. This travel photography vlog captures the reality of shooting in challenging conditions—heavy fog, crowds, changing light—and how to adapt your settings to still come away with compelling images. For this trip, I kept things simple, shooting with the OM System OM-1 Mark II and the 12–40mm f/2.8, handheld with in-body image stabilization and no tripod. From missed shots due to a focus clutch mistake to experimenting with monochrome in flat light, this video shows the real process behind coastal and landscape photography. Driftwood Beach is one of the most visually striking locations I’ve visited—fallen trees, shifting sand, and endless compositions that work beautifully for sunrise, sunset, and black-and-white photography. If you’re into travel photography, landscape photography, coastal scen...
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Using the OM System 50 200mm f2 8 for Landscape Photography & How AI Is Changing Photography

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  Welcome to the first video of 2026. This cold winter morning finds me along the Ohio River, photographing a lone tree and an old rusty truck using the OM System 50–200mm f/2.8 lens. In this video, I put the 50–200mm through its paces for landscape photography, shooting wide open at f/2.8, experimenting with Live GND, and working at focal lengths from 50mm to 200mm (100–400mm full-frame equivalent). I also share real-world thoughts on background separation, sharpness, and how this lens performs in winter light. Beyond the photography, I dive into an important conversation about AI and the future of photography, responding to recent discussions from Adam at First Man Photography. With AI rapidly changing how images are created and consumed, I share my honest thoughts on image value, creativity, and why the experience of making photographs still matters. This video isn’t about chasing perfect conditions—it’s about getting outside, dealing with changing light, frost on the ground,...
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Documenting a Historic Railroad Bridge | Sunrise Photography in Waterville, Ohio

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Early morning photography at the inter urban railroad bridge in Waterville, Ohio as the sun rises on a cold winter morning. This historic railroad bridge was scheduled for demolition, but thanks to a community effort and court injunction, it’s still standing—for now. While visiting my hometown for the holidays, I returned to this familiar location to capture a few final images of the bridge and reflect on memory, place, and preservation. Lighting conditions were challenging, with the sun rising on the opposite side of the structure, but sometimes photography is more about documenting a moment than chasing perfect light. In this video, I also briefly talk about the WANDRD Rogue 6L camera bag and a K&F Concept magnetic circular polarizer, both of which I tested during this shoot on a cold morning. This isn’t a tutorial—just a quiet, reflective photography outing in small-town Ohio, documenting a piece of local history that may soon be gone. If you enjoy photography, urban explora...
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3 Legged Thing Winston 2.0 Tripod Long-Term Review | Still Worth It?

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  Welcome back to the December edition of Garage Talk. On a rainy morning in the garage, I’m sitting down with a cup of coffee (not bourbon this time) to talk about what’s been going on, what’s changing, and what’s coming next. In this episode, I share some major life updates, including a change in my retirement plans, a lifelong dream trip to Australia, and a deep dive into my Winston tripod from 3 Legged Thing — the tripod I’ve relied on for nearly five years. In this video, we cover: Updates and changes to my website How to subscribe for email updates and new video notifications Retirement plans and celebrating 40 years of marriage in Ireland Fulfilling a lifelong dream: photography location scouting in Australia Traveling and shooting with Brendon Van Son Why I started YouTube and how photography shaped my journey A real-world, long-term review of the Winston tripod by 3 Legged Thing Pros, cons, quirks, and fixes after 5 years of use Tripod advice for landscape and t...
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Is The Leica Q Type 116 Still a Good Camera Today?

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  In this video I go out to try to capture a few images of the remaining fall colors . I decide to use my Leica Q In light rain and high winds . I share some images and my thoughts on using a 10 year old Leica Q today.
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Why I purchased the OM System 50-200 F2.8 Pro

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  In this episode of garage talk I talk about possible things I can do in the future to help pay for the channel as well as why I bought the 50-200 F2.8. I also ask for your help with dealing with my fear of retirement.
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