Photography Blog

Here you’ll find my thoughts on a variety of topics related to photography. You’ll learn more about my personal story, and get a deeper understanding of how I see the world through the lens of my camera. I’ll share tips and suggestions for new and experienced photographers, as well as the backstories behind some of my favorite photos. If you have feedback, feel free to post a comment, or reach out.


Five Benefits of Staying Local with Your Photography
Ben Reeder Ben Reeder

Five Benefits of Staying Local with Your Photography

I believe that all the travel and moving around provided me with some valuable perspective. Eventually I started to understand what was special and unique about my home turf. Sure, there’s no Eiffel Tower here and you won’t find a Hollywood sign on any of our hills.

But here’s the thing, those landmarks are experienced and photographed by endless numbers of people every year. While those grand scenes are special, I’d argue that something doesn’t need to be grand in order to be special. Sometimes the holes-in-the-wall provide the really unforgettable moments.

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