What type of nature photographer are you?

Quiz Questions

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  How long have you been practicing photography?

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    Under a year — I'm a newcomer to photography, but what I lack in experience, I more than make up for in excitement!
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    A year or two — I know my way around a camera, but there's a technique or two I still need to master before freelancing full-time.
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    Over three years — I've definitely had my fair share of practice! Now I'm ready to take my passion for photography to another level.
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  Have you ever taken a course in photography, and if so, did you enjoy it?

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    Heck yes! I’ve taken several photography courses. I just can't get enough of learning the latest techniques. 
  • B.
    Yes... but it wasn’t really my cup of tea. I don’t know if it was the instructor or the course’s content, but I didn’t feel like I got much out of the experience.
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    Nope, but I’d really like to a shot. I think my images seriously stand to benefit from an expert's guidance.
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    No... and I’m not interested. I’ve always been a do-it-myself kind of person. I guess photography courses just aren’t for me.
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  You’re walking through the vast desert landscapes, just you and your camera. What catches your attention?

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    The iconic image I want to have as part of my portfolio.
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    The never before seen, the new way of presenting my work.
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    Capturing the wonder of the grand landscape and the amazing displays.
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    The desert wildlife. I can't get enough of their beauty.
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  What’s holding you back in your photography?

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    There’s so much to see and I don't have enough time to see it all.
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    I can't make the money I need to or want to make based on my skills and talents.
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    I don't have the gear I need to properly capture my subjects.
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  Which picture speaks to you?

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    Answer A
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    Answer B
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    Answer D
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  Which photographer’s work are you head over heels for?

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    Tom Mangleson - His understanding of nature and his image captures are simply out of this world!
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    Ansel Adams - He revolutionized how we see national parks and the world.
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    Peter Lik - He is simply the master of creating images that audiences connect with.
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  You’ve just received an unexpected refund from the IRS. If you had to spend it on one of these, which would you pick?

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    Yosemite here I come! I have been wanting to capture Half Dome this time of year.
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    My bags are packed and I am ready to go. Alaska here I come.
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    I am headed West. Just me a camper and the wide open landscapes.
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    The destination doesn't matter, I will be so glad to have the time to explore and find what is unique to me.
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   What’s your biggest strength when it comes to photography?

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    Imagination — I come up with elaborate concepts then bring them to life!
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    Technical - I know just the right places to be.
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    Patience - I am willing to wait for the shot or the scene to be just right.
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    Visual - I know my audience & what makes a popular image.
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  What type of camera are you currently shooting with?

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    A top of the line DSLR!
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    A point and shoot… Don’t judge me.
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    My smartphone’s camera.
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    I am film. I’m all about the vintage look & process.

Quiz Outcomes

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  You’re an... Iconic Locations Photographer

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  You know what you like and you want to go capture those images! Maybe you were inspired by photography books as a child, or Instagram today, either way you want to see the wonders of the world and capture the beauty.The limitations you face are most often your time and maybe access to enough money to go to the places you want to see and experience. Chances are you have a list of places you want to go and have an idea of what time of year, what kind of gear you might need, and if you want to go alone or with a group.Passion isn’t your problem, but knowing what to do with that passion might be another story. Luckily, I’m here to point you down the professional photography path. Trust me, you’ve got the stuff!“Most things in life are moments of pleasure and a lifetime of embarrassment; photography is a moment of embarrassment and a lifetime of pleasure.” — Tony Benn 3 Quick Tips to Continue your photography journey? 1. Fill your Brain with PossibilityCheck out some of my favorite photography books on places to go and to fill your head with possible images. In total there are 16 books listed here that will take you to some of the most remarkable places in the US for photography and appreciating all of the beauty of this great landscape.https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/blog/photobooks2. Dive into some of my specific coursesI have been fortunate to travel to most of the National Parks of the West and have been able to share many of these locations in my photography destinations and At only $17 it is my most cost effective course. https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/destinationsAnother one you might find of interest is my Technical & Planning Course which will help you with tools and ways to research possible images, places and the time of day to go.https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/technical-planning3. Say Goodbye to Auto ModeThree manual settings separate shutterbugs from professional photographers: shutter speed, aperture, and ISO. This trifecta controls how light or dark your image is and how much of it is in focus. And once you get these basics down pat…Move on to focus techniques and composition! Take cues from your photography idols. What about their images excites you? Can you use their techniques in your own work?Who’s the Mysterious Camera Maestro Behind All This? Let Me Introduce Myself! I’m Nic Stover, full time professional nature photographer based in San Luis Obispo, CA. I run naturephotographyclasses.com where I “help nature photographers create more impactful images so they can confidently and consistently express themselves.”A little over 5 years ago I was burned out in the startup business world and seeking a deeper connection to my work and the Natural world we live in. Through this transition into being a true creative artist, I have learned many lessons that I would love to share with you along the way!Extra Resources to Boost Your Creative Process and Improve your Images. 1. Check out the schedule of upcoming classes. This is usually a mix of free class and others with reasonable class fees. All classes are recorded so if you can’t make it live, not to worry!https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/store2. Check out the posts from my blog. I will be adding at least two new blog posts a month. I break down how you (yeah, you) can round out specific parts of your photography and creative process. https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/blog3. Download my free PDF book on the essential elements of composition and image design. It’s going to give you a great primer on how to see more creatively and also to https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/thankyou-optin-bookPlus Expect Me in Your Inbox Over the Coming Weeks with Specific Tips & Tricks to Help you!
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  You’re a... Landscape Photographer

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  When people ask you what you like to photograph, you often times answer with yes. Chances are you enjoy seascapes, forest, mountain, desert, and other types of photography. Its also likely that you have tried your hands at things like night photography, long exposure with mixed success.You will often times go to locations open to what you will see and experience and over time you have found yourself drawn into the small scenes and intimate landscapes to help you capture more of the amazing things nature has to offer.At this stage in your journey you are rounding out key skills and looking to understand more about composition, light, color, and most likely go another step further with post processing. This is an exciting place to be, as you have learned a-lot but there is much more good stuff to come. Passion isn’t your problem, but knowing what to do with that passion might be another story. Luckily, I’m here to point you down the professional photography path. Trust me, you’ve got the stuff!“You only get one sunrise and one sunset a day, and you only get so many days on the planet. A good photographer does the math and doesn't waste either.” -- Galen Rowell 3 Quick Tips to Elevate your photography? Read On...1. Fill your brain with possibility! Check out some of my favorite photography books on places to go and to fill your head with possible images. In total there are 16 books listed here that will take you to some of the most remarkable places in the US for photography and appreciating all the beauty of this great landscape. https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/blog/photobooks 2. Try Something New! We can all get into a creative RUT! Shooting the same locations, at the same time, with the same settings gets old. My field to finish courses are almost 12 hours of instruction covering everything you need to know from gear to planning, post processing, and envisioning your images for seascapes or night photography. https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/deeper-dive-classes 3. Say Goodbye to Auto Mode Three manual settings separate shutterbugs from professional photographers: shutter speed, aperture, and ISO. This trifecta controls how light or dark your image is and how much of it is in focus. And once you get these basics down pat… Move on to focus techniques and composition! Take cues from your photography idols. What about their images excites you? Can you use their techniques in your own work? Who’s the Mysterious Camera Maestro Behind All This? Let Me Introduce Myself!I’m Nic Stover, full time professional nature photographer based in San Luis Obispo, CA. I run naturephotographyclasses.com where I “help nature photographers create more impactful images so they can confidently and consistently express themselves.” A little over 5 years ago I was burned out in the startup business world and seeking a deeper connection to my work and the Natural world we live in. Through this transition into being a true creative artist, I have learned many lessons that I would love to share with you along the way! Extra Resources to Boost Your Creative Process and Improve your Images. 1. Check out the schedule of upcoming classes. This is usually a mix of free class and others with reasonable class fees. All classes are recorded so if you can’t make it live, not to worry! https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/store 2. Check out the posts from my blog. I will be adding at least two new blog posts a month. I break down how you (yeah, you) can round out specific parts of your photography and creative process. https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/blog 3. Download my free PDF book on the essential elements of composition and image design. It’s going to give you a great primer on how to see more creatively and also to https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/thankyou-optin-book Plus Expect Me in Your Inbox Over the Coming Weeks with Specific Tips & Tricks to Help you!
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  You’re an… Wildlife Photography

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  Wahoo! You have the patience that many of us lack. You also often times will be more educated about the creatures, critters, and animals that will be encountered within the landscape.Chances are that you have moved past the point and shoot cameras, Iphones, and into more sophisticated setups that allow you to reach farther out into the landscapes and capture natures animals in their natural environment. Most likely you have experienced frustrations with image sharpness, noise, and how to most effectively post process your images when you return from the field. Passion isn’t your problem, but knowing what to do with that passion might be another story. Luckily, I’m here to point you down the professional photography path. Trust me, you’ve got the stuff!“Great photography is about depth of feeling, not depth of field.” — Peter Adams 3 Quick Tips to Launch The Next Level in your photography Read On...1. Fill your brain with possibility! Check out some of my favorite photography books on places to go and to fill your head with possible images. In total there are 16 books listed here that will take you to some of the most remarkable places in the US for photography and appreciating all the beauty of this great landscape. https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/blog/photobooks 2. Greatly improve your post processing Wildlife Photography is most often about subtle adjustments to images and getting the animals to either blend or be separate from the landscape. Post processing subtly in particular Luminosity Masks will help you considerably on this road. https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/post-processing-in-photoshop 3. Say Goodbye to Auto Mode Three manual settings separate shutterbugs from professional photographers: shutter speed, aperture, and ISO. This trifecta controls how light or dark your image is and how much of it is in focus. And once you get these basics down pat… Move on to focus techniques and composition! Take cues from your photography idols. What about their images excites you? Can you use their techniques in your own work? Who’s the Mysterious Camera Maestro Behind All This? Let Me Introduce Myself!I’m Nic Stover, full time professional nature photographer based in San Luis Obispo, CA. I run naturephotographyclasses.com where I “help nature photographers create more impactful images so they can confidently and consistently express themselves.” A little over 5 years ago I was burnout out in the startup business world and seeking a deeper connection to my work and the Natural world we live in. Through this transition into being a true creative artist, I have learned many lessons that I would love to share with you along the way! Extra Resources to Boost Your Creative Process and Improve your Images. 1. Check out the schedule of upcoming classes. This is usually a mix of free class and others with reasonable class fees. All classes are recorded so if you can’t make it live, not to worry! https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/store 2. Check out the posts from my blog. I will be adding at least two new blog posts a month. I break down how you (yeah, you) can round out specific parts of your photography and creative process. https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/blog 3. Download my free PDF workbook on the essential elements of composition and image design. It’s going to give you a great primer on how to see more creatively and also to https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/thankyou-optin-book Plus Expect Me in Your Inbox Over the Coming Weeks with Specific Tips & Tricks to Help you!
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  You’re a... Fine Art Photographer

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  You’re an aesthetics aficionado, friend. You’ve got a natural knack for noticing compositions! Where your friends see things that have been captured a thousand times before, you see a gallery’s worth of potential pictures…You’re confident in your artistic vision — images of products and corny portraits just don’t interest you. You want to create something that speaks to your viewer’s soul.Even through your confidence you recognize more things can be done to hone your vision, and improve your ways of communicating with your audience. Maybe you sell or are thinking about selling your work.Passion isn’t your problem, but knowing what to do with that passion might be another story. Luckily, I’m here to point you down the professional photography path. Trust me, you’ve got the stuff!“Beauty can be seen in all things, seeing and composing the beauty is what separates the snapshot from the photograph.” — Matt Hardy3 Quick Tips to Launch Your Photography Career? Read On...1. Print your work! Super excited to get out and share what you envision with the world? Well one of the strongest first steps you can take is printing your images for your own home, to sell, or to give away to friends and family. It can be a daunting task. But rest assured you are not alone. I have designed a course on printing and it even comes with a free 16x20 metal print and 10 free 8x10s. https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/preparing-your-images-for-print-web 2. Get inspired! The intention of our work is not to copy those that came before us. While we may imitate before we innovate, to truly connect with our audience in a deeper level, we should be looking to innovate. That being said I have discovered great examples of unique ways to read the landscape in new ways by looking to the masters that came before me and the coffee table books they have prepared. 3. Say Goodbye to Auto Mode Three manual settings separate shutterbugs from professional photographers: shutter speed, aperture, and ISO. This trifecta controls how light or dark your image is and how much of it is in focus. And once you get these basics down pat… Move on to focus techniques and composition! Take cues from your photography idols. What about their images excites you? Can you use their techniques in your own work? Who’s the Mysterious Camera Maestro Behind All This? Let Me Introduce Myself!I’m Nic Stover, full time professional nature photographer based in San Luis Obispo, CA. I run naturephotographyclasses.com where I “help nature photographers create more impactful images so they can confidently and consistently express themselves.” A little over 5 years ago I was burnout out in the startup business world and seeking a deeper connection to my work and the Natural world we live in. Through this transition into being a true creative artist, I have learned many lessons that I would love to share with you along the way! Extra Resources to Boost Your Creative Process and Improve your Images. 1. Check out the schedule of upcoming classes. This is usually a mix of free class and others with reasonable class fees. All classes are recorded so if you can’t make it live, not to worry! https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/store 2. Check out the posts from my blog. I will be adding at least two new blog posts a month. I break down how you (yeah, you) can round out specific parts of your photography and creative process. https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/blog 3. Download my free PDF workbook on the essential elements of composition and image design. It’s going to give you a great primer on how to see more creatively and also to https://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/thankyou-optin-book Plus Expect Me in Your Inbox Over the Coming Weeks with Specific Tips & Tricks to Help you!