Explore in-depth guides, technical breakdowns, and practical advice from real photo expeditions. This blog is built for photographers who want to master the craft — from camera settings and planning, to field-tested shooting methods and post-processing strategies.
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Landscape Photography Expeditions & Stories
🌌 2026 Is the Strongest Year for Northern Lights — And It Won’t Last
2026 is the strongest year of the current solar cycle for northern lights photography. After that, aurora activity will gradually decline. This article explains why now is the right time to join our aurora photo expeditions to Lofoten, Iceland or Alaska — and how we maximize your chances to photograph powerful aurora displays in the field.
Stop Chasing Light – How to Predict Perfect Light in Landscape Photography
Sunrise photos often fail for one simple reason. This short breakdown explains why — and why the full video matters if you want to predict light, not chase it.
Sony A7 V Review for Landscape Photography: Evolution, Revolution… or Just Hype?
The Sony A7 V promises major changes, but only one feature truly matters for landscape photographers. Here’s a short field-tested breakdown — and why you should watch the full video review.
📸 Alaska Photo Workshop vs Photo Expedition — The TRUTH That No One Tells You
A deep and practical explanation of the real difference between a photo workshop and a true photo expedition — using Alaska as the perfect example. A full guide to technique, learning, and the hybrid system used by Jan Šmíd.
The Myths and Lies Destroying Landscape Photography 📸
Landscape photography is full of myths — from “no editing” purists to outdated filter advice and bad exposure habits. In this new video, Jan Šmíd, Master QEP, breaks down the most common lies destroying your images and reveals what truly works in the field — from dynamic range and diffraction to panoramas and tripod technique.
Revealing the BEST Landscape Panorama Workflow for 2025 📸
Panoramic photography isn’t just about fitting everything in — it’s about creative freedom. In this article, we reveal our 2025 landscape panorama workflow: gear, field techniques, and editing secrets for flawless, high-resolution results. Learn how we build massive, detailed images step by step — and discover why our expeditions to Madeira, Iceland, Lofoten, Dolomites, and Alaska are the best place to master it.
Sony A7 IV vs A7R V – Landscape Showdown 🌅📸
Real-world showdown: Sony A7 IV vs A7R V under the midnight sun in Lofoten. ISO, bracketing, handling & which camera wins for landscapes?
I Photographed the Midnight Sun at 2 A.M. — And It Broke My Brain
Ever shot landscapes at 2 a.m.? Learn how the Midnight Sun in Lofoten rewires your brain — with tips, gear advice & the best Arctic photo workshops of 2026!
Avoid These 5 Landscape Photography Mistakes (And Instantly Improve Your Photos!)
Struggling with your landscape photography results? Discover 5 common mistakes beginners make—and how to fix them for stunning photos!
Northern Lights Photography: What Most Landscape Photographers Get Wrong
Think you know how to shoot the Northern Lights? Discover the most common mistakes, overlooked challenges, and real tips from the field.