Russ Glindmeier (russg) Interview
Keywords: landscape, hdr, travel, photography, russg
It was a thrill collaborating with Russ on this feature. He has the eye of an artist and the technical skills to tune his camera to capture images that are awe-inspiring. Residing in Phoenix, Arizona Russ shared the following information which comprises the rest of this feature.
“The U.S. desert Southwest provides almost limitless opportunities for landscape and travel photography. I have been fortunate to photograph much of the Western United States, but there are still a number of locations on my bucket list.
I am primarily a landscape shooter, but I’ve always owned a boat of some type or another, and I’ve found that a boat is an excellent platform for landscape photography, with an often unique perspective. The two activities go very well together.
I don’t recall exactly how I discovered Nikonians, but I would imagine it was from a web search of some sort. I became a member in 2007, right about the time I start getting serious about landscape photography. I’d owned a D70. for a couple of years, and had recently upgraded to a D200 about that time.
Time constraints pretty much limits my participation at Nikonians to the Landscape Forum, but I enjoy participating in the monthly challenges, and always appreciate the kind comments other Nikonians offer when I post photographs. I continue to be inspired by the high level of work posted by other Nikonians that can always be seen in the Landscape Forum.
At Nikonians I have benefited from technical information and gear recommendations, but what really keeps me coming back is the warm recognition I get from posting my work, and the pleasure of offering the same to others regarding their work. It is this sharing of each other’s vision and execution that really keeps me coming back.
Number one on my list of tips would be to recommend keeping photography fun. Shoot what you love shooting, and get out and do it as often as possible. Shooting often and regularly will keep you familiar with the technical aspects of your gear, and dedicate only to exercise and improve the creative aspects of your photography.
In addition to that, continue to improve your digital darkroom skills. I am and always will be a student of photography. I’m taking an advanced Lightroom/Photoshop all-day workshop next month. I’ve never taken a photograph that couldn’t be improved to some degree in postproduction, and I’m always looking to improve my skill set in that area.
It would be impossible to single out a particular memorable experience as a photographer. I’ve been shooting landscapes to one degree or another since high school, and that was a long time ago. But being an enthusiast of landscape photography has put me in a position to witness larger-than-life spectacles of nature more times than I can count, and that I otherwise would never have experienced. Being able to capture those experiences in a photograph has provided me a lifetime of memories that I always enjoy sharing with others.”
This has been very enjoyable reviewing these lovely images and to see that they have been taken with a variety of cameras, lenses, and even from a boat is motivating. All shots with great quality and are delightful to review. Thanks so much Russ for sharing your talent and knowledge.
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Originally written on January 11, 2018
Last updated on September 5, 2018
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11 comments
Russ Glindmeier (russg) on February 1, 2018
Thanks so much for all the positive comments. Your support is greatly appreciated. Russ
Kathy Cavallaro (Cavy2) on January 30, 2018
Stunning images as usual Russ! I've been a fan for many years. Always find your images an inspiration and something to strive for!
Tom Jacob (sevendayimages) on January 24, 2018
Oustanding shots Russ. A Master of Landscape photography. I enjoyed your article a lot and agree on the "I am and always will be a student of photography." Thanks for sharing this, both to you and Marsha.
J. Ramon Palacios (jrp) on January 20, 2018
Dennis, landscape photos usually have a lot of contrast between the sky, land and water (if there is), which is typically very difficult for your camera´s sensor to deal with in just one photo. With HDR, you can capture the sky's detail without making the land look too dark, and vice versa by shooting a set of images at different exposures. This is equivalent to make a set of single shots and then blend them in Photoshop, although HDR software can do it faster and usually better. Then comes fine-tuning color and contrast, but all in all, it usually doesn´t mean excessive manipulation at all. It is a process that further expands the native dynamic range of the camera and it can look as natural as seen with your own eyes.
Dennis Crawford (Loadmaster1) on January 20, 2018
Why do you have to manipulate your photos so much?
John D. Roach (jdroach) on January 20, 2018
It has been a joy to see your work, Russ, through the years of my Nikonians membership. The article and the examples of your images in the article are wonderful.
Mike Elfner (Mike 11) on January 17, 2018
Excellent article, great inspiration, thanks for sharing. BTW: Love your subtle signature. What font did you use, please?
Norman Goos (normangoos1) on January 17, 2018
Excellent use of color contrast. Thanks for sharing.
Russell Whittemore (rosewood_ltd) on January 16, 2018
Great to see more of your work again, Russ. You are one of the contributors here who I consistently look to for inspiration and one the bars I set my myself against when judging the quality of my own work.
J. Ramon Palacios (jrp) on January 15, 2018
Excellent work, Russ Thanks for sharing.
David Summers (dm1dave) on January 11, 2018
Thank you for sharing Russ, your work is inspiring.