Varina Patel
Owner/Landscape Photographer
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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
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
Creative Photography with Lensbaby
Experiment... take risks... break the rules... make mistakes... have fun... and capture striking photos with Lensbaby.
$39.95
Creative Photography with Shutter Speed
Master the art of using shutter speed to create stunning, dynamic, and artistic nature photos that inspire.
$39.95
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
Creative Photography with Aperture
Master the art of creative aperture techniques to transform your nature photography with originality, expressive compositions, and artistic effects.
$39.95
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
Essential Photography Filters
Learn to capture stunning nature photos using ND, polarizer & graduated filters - learn when to use them, why they’re essential, and when to put them away.
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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.
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Illuminated Course
Discover simple, powerful techniques to capture breathtaking nature photos in challenging conditions, with in-depth tutorials and real-world case studies.
$39.95
Macro Photography Lenses
Learn to overcome the big challenges of shooting small subjects with your macro photography lens.
$39.95
Nature Photography In Sharp Focus
Video tutorial for nature photographers on mastering camera focus settings, focus stacking, and motion tracking for sharper, more precise images.
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Wide Angle Lenses
Make the most of your wide angle lens to capture grand vistas with incredible depth and detail.
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Getting it Right in Camera
Learn how to capture stunning nature photos in-camera with expert techniques on focus, composition, filters, and lighting—perfect for landscape and wildlife photographers!
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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.
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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
Selecting Images for Display
Planning and preparing a collection of prints takes time, but getting your work out there is good for business - and it can be a lot of fun to see your work on display.
Photo Profit with Brent Mail and Varina Patel
Varina had a great time talking about finding your groove in the photography world with Brent Mail on his Photo Profit podcast.
Reflection and Diffusion for Macro Photography
When the skies are bright and clear, I have to approach macro photography a little differently.
Composition tips for photographing forests
Beautiful, picturesque location cluttered with lush green foliage and trees? Here are some tips to come away with some engaging compositions in a forest.
Why I Love a Drizzly Day
Yesterday, I woke up to a drizzly, overcast morning... and I couldn't stop smiling. The fact is, I love days like that. They are absolutely ripe with opportunity.
Creating Textures in your Photos
Contrary to popular belief, direct sunlight is not necessary for creating side lighting. Here are a few example of how we use side lighting to photograph textures.
Capturing Moody Photos
Fog and mist can create the subtle lighting required to capture moody images. But there are other ways to add mood to your photos as well.
Getting Creative with ND Filters
Neutral Density filters open a world of creative options – they allow me to change my shutter speed to create a variety of different effects.
Simple Technique for Cleaning Your Camera
Your equipment tends to collect all kinds of unwanted dirt, oil, and grit. Here’s how Varina Patel goes about cleaning her camera and lenses.
The Language of Lava
Varina Patel is featured in Episode 29 of the Share,Inspire, and Create (SIC) Show. She talks about a time she was photographing flowing lava in Hawaii.
Underwater Photography
Watch what happens when Varina Patel tries to take an underwater shot. ;)
Looking for a perfect Mangrove
Landscape Photography is hard work... and sometimes we have to wander into an icky swamp, dodge poison oak, and avoid snakes and alligators just to get one shot.
There is nothing more remarkable to me than the power of nature. It is both cataclysmic and subtle. Slow and continuous erosion by water and wind can create landscapes every bit as astonishing as those shaped by catastrophic events – and minuscule details can be as breathtaking as grand vistas that stretch from one horizon to the other. Nature is incredibly diverse. Burning desert sands and mossy riverbanks… Brilliant sunbeams and fading alpenglow… Silent snowfall and raging summer storms… Each offers a unique opportunity. I am irresistibly drawn to the challenge of finding my next photograph, and mastering the skills required to capture it effectively.
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