I have used Nikon cameras since I first began my journey in photography. Their equipment is some of the finest available today. The truth is all modern cameras are remarkable in their ability to record light. The real limitation is only our imagination. I am asked often what is the best lens, or tripod, or newest app. It is certainly important to have the tools we need to create, however I encourage you not to agonize over having the ‘latest and greatest’. The most important thing you can do to improve your photography is to get out and make pictures! There is a saying that the best camera is the one you have with you.

In order to give you insight into my process I will share with you my favorite tools.

Cameras and Lenses

Nikon D850 DSLR
Nikon Z7II Mirrorless
NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S
NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S
AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.8G ED
AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.4G
AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR
AF-S NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E ED
AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED
AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II
AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR

Tripod and Support

Gitzo Traveler with Really Right Stuff BH-30 Ballhead
Gitzo Basalt 3 section Tripod with Really Right Stuff BH-55 Ballhead
Really Right Stuff L-brackets

Camera Bags

F-Stop Lotus and Tilopa packs
Peak Design Everyday Messenger Bag
Pelican 1510 Carry-on Roller

Software & Apps

Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop
The Photographer’s Ephemeris - Desktop and iPhone App
Sunseeker App
iMoonU Lunar Cycle App
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