An iPhone, a treadmill and a vision
Motivation sometimes needs to be seeded with inspiration. Here’s how I motivated myself to get back in shape with my iPhone, Nik Software’s Snapseed, and a treadmill.
Central Park Self Portrait
Sometimes when you have the sun to your back you have to make the best of it!
NYC’s Central Park — a street photographer’s dream!
New York City is a street photographer’s dream come true with photo ops around every corner! Here are a few images from my recent trip…
This Photographer’s Happiness Equation
What’s the secret to true happiness this photographer? Here’s the Batdorff Photonomics Happiness Equation…. prepare to be blown away!
January 2012′s Flipping Cool Desktop Wallpaper
The January 2012 free desktop wallpaper is ready for download. What better way to start off 2012 than with this “flipping cool” image on your desktop?
5 ways to improve your photography in 2012
Did you make a resolution to grow as a photographer in 2012? Not sure where to begin? Here are 5 ways you can improve your photography this year…
2012 China Photo Workshop — See you in Guilin!
Announcing the 2012 China Photo Workshop, eight days jam-packed with amazing photographic opportunities. Stop by for details…
The 2011 Holiday Drobo Giveaway winners are…
And the winners of the 2011 Holiday Drobo Giveaway are…
Casting Call: Chicago Portrait Project
Interested in having your portrait taken? Have an unforgettable face? I’m working on a new personal project this coming year and I need your help.
Holiday Drobo Giveaway
Would you like to win a super cool Drobo S just in time for Christmas? I thought so! Here’s how to enter:
December Wallpaper from Chicago… 100% snow-free
Hope you enjoy December’s Desktop Wallpaper — a snow-free long exposure image from the shores of Lake Michigan.
Tiffen’s DFX 3.0 software review
Here’s my review of Tiffen’s upgraded DFX 3.0 software and a quick video introducing you to the software and showing how I’d use it for a quick fix on an image.
How to use a vignette in Silver Efex Pro
Here’s a quick video on using a vignette in Silver Efex Pro to direct the viewer’s attention…
How to Get Your Kid Interested in Photography
Every once in a while I seek out a “little” professional opinion on my images. Yep, that’s right, I call the pro — my daughter.
Black and White: From Snapshots to Great Shots DVD released
My new DVD, Black and White: From Snapshots to Great Shots, will be shipping very soon. Here’s how to score a great promotional price on it from Peachpit…
Simple ways to improve your street photography
Here are a few simple ways to improve your street photography and environmental portraits.
How to straighten an image in Adobe Lightroom
How to straighten an image in Adobe Lightroom with just a few clicks.
Yellowstone, Death Valley and Chicago Workshops announced!
I’m excited to announce my 2012 workshop lineup, which includes Yellowstone/Teton National Park, Death Valley and Chicago!
How to change the crop orientation in Adobe Lightroom
Here’s a quick video on how to easily change the crop orientation in Adobe Lightroom.
2011 Black and White Contest Winners Announced
Drum roll, please! The winners of the 2011 Batdorff Photography Black and White Photo Contest are… on the blog!
It’s a Charlie Brown Desktop Wallpaper just for you!
I hope today’s desktop wallpaper brings a little smile to your face… This past month I had a chance to visit a pumpkin patch. And this was no ordinary patch!
Nik Software’s Color Efex Pro 4 Review
Here’s my review of Nik Software’s new Color Efex Pro 4 and a quick video showing some of its features.
