Jay Patel

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You have solved a huge mystery for me

Varina – this is EXACTLY what I have been studying these days and you have solved a huge mystery for me with this explanation of hyperfocal distance. I’m going to put your chart in my iPhone so I have it with me when I’m out in the field.

Catherine Martin
Palm Desert, California

In Sharp Focus Webinar was excellent

In Sharp Focus Webinar was excellent…just enough information covered without information overload.

Tom Power
Ireland

Jay was very clear and to the point

Jay was very clear and to the point in In Sharp Focus Webinar. I learned a lot from him today and come to realize how much I don’t know.
Bob
Salida, Calif

I learned about the creative focusing technique

I learned about the creative focusing technique from In Sharp Focus Webinar . I had never thought about masking areas and using different focusing techniques in each area.

Bruce Edwards
Bowie, Maryland

Best photography webinar I’ve every taken

Mastering Exposure Webinar was the best photography webinar I’ve every taken. I’ve taken lots of seminars where they talked about their pictures but in this one, they showed a video of how they determined their settings while in the field. Very helpful.

Diane Donnelly
Annapolis, Maryland, USA

I congratulate Jay and Varina on an excellent course!

I congratulate Jay and Varina on an excellent course. Naturally the most important element is the human and I am enjoying your philosophy, meticulous attention to detail, and words of wisdom learned sometimes the hard way. You are giving us wonderful and very effective advice and recommendations for equipment use and photographic technique. (Ultimate Landscape Photography Course)

Stephen Veronneau
Edmond, Oklahoma

I learn better with your focused approach

I have used both your free and paid video tutorials. What I really like about your approach over some of the many others I have read, is that you concentrate on one small topic (such as hyperfocal distance). I found that I was more likely to go out and practice and thus retain what I learned better than when attacking a much broader topic.

John
Cleveland, Ohio, USA

Every single case study was excellent

Great course! I am loving the narrower scope but more in-depth approach and both the “in the field” workflow and “the photo I didn’t take” explanations. Every single case study was excellent. (Behind the Lens Course)

Regina Velasquez

Helpful and explained very well

Mastering Exposure Webinar content was helpful and explained very well.

Dan
Madison,Wisconsin

Clear and Concise Information

It has been great to work through your video tutorials at my own pace and concentrate on subjects that most interest me. You provide clear and concise information, and the workflow portions are excellent for driving home the techniques you are teaching. I have also enjoyed your free webinars. Thank you so very much!

Jody Olson
California

Mastering Simplification in Nature Photography

Learn to organize & simplify your nature photography compositions to create images with strong visual impact with Jay & Varina Patel.
$39.95
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Creating Impact with Nature Photography

Learn to go beyond the basic rules to build stronger nature photography compositions with visual impact with Jay & Varina Patel.
$39.95
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Creative Photography with Shutter Speed

Learn to use shutter speed to go beyond your own expectations as you visualize & capture expressive photos with our creative photography tutorial.
$39.95
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Hyperfocal Distance for Landscape Photography

Feel confident using hyperfocal distance for landscape photography to get in close with a wide angle lens and get everything in sharp focus.
$39.95
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Creative Photography with Aperture

Learn to use your aperture setting with our creative photography tutorial and fill your portfolio with original, imaginative and expressive images.
$39.95
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Telephoto Lenses for Nature Photography

Learn to freeze motion, eliminate blur, catch wildlife in action, be creative, and capture awe-inspiring photos with your telephoto lenses.
$39.95
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Creative Photography with Lensbaby

Experiment... take risks... break the rules... make mistakes... have fun... and capture striking photos with Lensbaby.
$39.95
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Essential Photography Filters

How to create stunning images using photography filters... when to use them, why we carry them, and when it's best to put them away.
$39.95

Vibrant Colors in Nature Photography

Learn to make the most of your camera settings, gear, and creative decisions to capture the rich, vibrant colors you see in nature.
$39.95

Illuminated Course

Mastering light in landscape photography and coming way with brilliant photos, no matter what.
$39.95
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Macro Photography Lenses

Learn to overcome the big challenges of shooting small subjects with your macro photography lens.
$39.95
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Nature Photography In Sharp Focus

Learn how to handle difficult focusing situations… discover the best practices and camera settings for sharp focus… and find out how you can get creative with focus, too!
$39.95
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Wide Angle Lenses

Make the most of your wide angle lens to capture grand vistas with incredible depth and detail.
$39.95
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Getting it Right in Camera

Go beyond technical skills and capture stunning photos right in camera—regardless of the conditions.
$39.95
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Bracketing Exposed

Push beyond the limitations of your camera, and gain control of your highlights and shadows with this complete guide to exposure bracketing for high dynamic range photography.
$39.95
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Histograms Exposed

No more guesswork… no more hoping for the best… no more poorly exposed photographs. It’s time to take control of your camera.
$39.95

Mastering Manual Exposure in Nature Photography

Put your knowledge of the exposure triangle into practice. Learn to manually expose your photograph using your camera’s spot meter.
$39.95
Fall Landscape Photography from Snowmass Wilderness, Colorado by Jay Patel

7 Essential Fall Photography Tips to Capture Breathtaking Photos

Pro nature photographer Jay Patel frequently uses these 7 essential fall photography tips to capture breathtaking autumn photos.
October 13, 2024/by Jay Patel
Masaya, Nicaragua

The Rollercoaster Ride of a Social Media Photographer

Jay Patel embarks on a whimsical journey of the aspiring social media photographer's quest for social media stardom and self-discovery.
April 7, 2024/by Jay Patel
Macro Photography from Clifton Gorge, Ohio by Jay Patel

Essential Spring Photography Tips to Capture The Magic

How to effectively immerse yourself in spring photography to capture the beauty of emerging life by pro photographer Jay Patel.
March 3, 2024/by Jay Patel
Artistic Landscape Photography from Iceland by Varina Patel

Exploring Artistic Nature Photography with Camera Lenses

Pro photographer Jay Patel shows you how to unlock the artistic potential of nature photography using camera lenses.
April 23, 2023/by Jay Patel
Volcanoes National Park, Big Island, Hawaii, USA by Jay Patel

Top 10 Beginner Landscape Photography Tips to Get Started

Are you just getting started in Landscape Photography? Here are top 10 Tips for beginner Landscape Photographers.
February 4, 2023/by Jay Patel
Landscape photography from Wahclella Falls in Columbia River Gorge - Oregon by Varina Patel

How Pros capture Landscape Photography in get Sharp Focus

Here are some highly effective tips from pro photographer Jay Patel to get your landscape photography in sharp focus.
February 6, 2022/by Jay Patel
Nature photography at the iconic Machu Picchu, Peru by Jay Patel

Social Media Myths about Nature Photography Business to Ignore

Jay Patel shatters some common social media myths about your nature photography business into a thousand pieces!
January 31, 2022/by Jay Patel

Two Important Skills for Mastering Landscape Photography

Jay Patel gives compelling reason why you need both technical skills and a creative workflow to master landscape photography.
January 3, 2022/by Jay Patel
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3 Steps for Getting Started in Landscape Photography

From equipment to post processing here three simple steps for beginner landscape photography by pro photographer Jay Patel.
December 27, 2021/by Jay Patel
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Why I use Photoshop Layers & Masks for Nature Photography

Here is how you can use Photoshop Layers & Masks to bring out brilliant colors and details in nature photography by Jay Patel.
November 26, 2021/by Jay Patel
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Why Creativity Photography is Essential for capturing Stunning Photos

Jay Patel explains why creative photography will allow you to capture visually stunning photos no matter what nature throws at you.
September 10, 2021/by Jay Patel
Fine Art Photography from Geysir, Iceland by Jay Patel

Why I Use Photoshop Instead of Lightroom for Nature Photography

Jay Patel shares some essential nature photography techniques that requires Photoshop instead of Lightroom for post processing.
August 20, 2021/by Jay Patel

I could start off like this – “Seeds of Jay Patel’s success were planted early in his childhood….” but it would get boring really fast. I will just sum it up this way...

I am a Program Manager, Website Designer, Photographer, Avid Biker who loves to experiment… take risks… break the rules… have fun… in pursuit of inspiration and creativity. I have 15+ years of program management experience with highly complex hardware & software development cycles.

....and one more thing. I love nature photography and my work has been sold and published worldwide.

WHAT I DO FOR WORK

Over past few years I have starred in, filmed, produced and edited over 100+ on location videos for educational & commercial usage. Here is a small sample:

The best job in the world!