Jeff Collier

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Peak Design Roller Pro Carry-On Bag Review

1 week ago | shotkit.com | Jeff Collier

This guide to the Peak Design Roller Pro will help you decide if this high-end carry-on is worth the hype, whether you’re a traveling photographer, filmmaker, or just someone who appreciates clever design and premium gear. If you’re like me — someone who’s spent too long cramming gear into soft-sided duffels, trying to roll budget carry-ons with squeaky wheels through uneven train stations, or balancing a camera cube on top of socks — this review is for you.
Backup Plan: How to Protect Your Photos from Natural Disasters

Jan 17, 2025 | shotkit.com | Jeff Collier

Photographs are among our most treasured possessions, preserving precious moments in time. Losing those memories amidst a natural disaster can be heartbreaking, exacerbating the sense of loss and displacement. To prevent such a loss, it’s important to preserve and protect your photo collection before disaster strikes. Here’s how. Table of ContentsToggleWays to Protect Your Photos from Natural DisastersWe’re in an age where we can turn printed memories into digital formats with incredible ease.
How to Document Natural Disasters Safely & Responsibly

Jan 17, 2025 | shotkit.com | Jeff Collier

The world depends on citizen journalists to capture the raw and heartbreaking realities of Mother Nature’s devastation. These images and videos showcase the human cost of natural disasters—heartbreaking scenes of families separated, homes reduced to splintered debris, and the emotional toll faced by the survivors. This coverage is vital for raising awareness of these tragic events and inspiring collective action.
9 Profitable Niches in Photography

Dec 9, 2024 | shotkit.com | Jeff Collier

The global photography services market is worth billions. So, there are clearly some great opportunities for photographers just waiting to be uncovered. But do all niches pay well? What sort of work should you focus on? To help you answer these questions, we’ll take a look at nine profitable niches in the photography industry. Table of ContentsToggleWhat Makes a Photography Niche ProfitableThere are different kinds of profitability in the industry. For instance, weddings pay well.
5 Creative Ways to Capture Stunning Shots of Your Car

Dec 7, 2024 | shotkit.com | Jeff Collier

Car photography can be exciting and challenging at the same time. Whether you have a sports car, luxury vehicle, vintage classic, or daily driver, each ride has a unique personality just waiting to be captured on camera!As a car photographer, knowing the right angles, styles, and techniques that bring out the best in automobiles is essential to achieving your desired results.
Updates on the DJI Ban - Potentially Reversed by the Senate

Dec 7, 2024 | shotkit.com | Jeff Collier

In a surprising turn of events, the Senate is reconsidering its controversial ban on DJI drones. The giant drone manufacturer has faced increasing scrutiny in recent months, and it was forced to curtail its operations in the US. The ban, and its possible reversal, have sparked heated debate among industry experts, lawmakers, and national security officials. Which side would have the final say on the matter? This remains to be seen.
Samyang Brings Us The World’s First Optical Exchange Technology

Dec 6, 2024 | shotkit.com | Lens Guides |Jeff Collier

Whether you’re a street photographer, a traveling filmmaker, or just someone who likes to take professional pictures anytime, anywhere, you’ve likely faced one common dilemma:Having limited space in your camera bag for your gear! Not to mention the weight of it all. This is especially true if you prefer prime lenses but your shoots often require a range of different focal lengths, which means you’ll have to carry around a bunch of lenses. Such a hassle, right?
10 Photographers Who Turn the Ordinary Into Extraordinary

Nov 26, 2024 | shotkit.com | Jeff Collier

Everyday scenes can turn into fascinating works of art. You just need to see beyond the obvious and capture them in ways that challenge reality. And, of course, tons of imagination and experimentation. Surreal photography bends logic to create dreamlike, unexpected visuals, while experimental photography pushes creative boundaries. These unconventional photographers are about to prove that the extraordinary is hiding in plain sight. Table of ContentsToggle1. Ben ZankAmusing. Bizarre. Profound.
How to Photograph the Geminid Meteor Shower

Nov 18, 2024 | shotkit.com | Jeff Collier

Meteor showers are among the most popular photo subjects for those who love space and photography. However, capturing these fleeting celestial beauties on camera can be tricky for someone taking photos of the night sky for the first time. If this were the early 2000s, you’d have to invest in rolls of films plus the cost of developing them just to get a single decent image (yes, really).
7 Travel Destinations with Strict No-Photography Rules

Nov 10, 2024 | shotkit.com | Jeff Collier

If there’s one thing I believe every capable person in the world should do, at least once, it’s travel. You get to explore other cultures and take pictures of the most famous monuments. Although the former goes without saying, the latter isn’t always guaranteed. What does that mean? Well, not every location you visit will allow you to take pictures. So, if you don’t want to fall into trouble, check this list of the seven most famous travel destinations with strict no-photography rules.