Varina Patel

Owner/Landscape Photographer

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In Sharp Focus Webinar was informative

In Sharp Focus Webinar was informative and gave me a better understanding and appreciation of some sharpening techniques available in software I use, but that I haven’t utilized before.

Paul

Norman, Oklahoma

Thank you Varina for explaining hyper focal distance

I am thrilled that this weekend I got to put to use what I have learned so far. Thank you Varina for explaining hyper focal distance, it even worked with my little Olympus OMD M5 with the kit 12-50mm lens. Thank you both for explaining how to use layers.

Robert Forrister

Makanda, Illinois

Helpful and explained very well

Mastering Exposure Webinar content was helpful and explained very well.

Dan

Madison,Wisconsin

The information is easy to understand and to the point

I bought several of your Video Courses and I just love them. They are enthusiastic, the information is easy to understand and to the point. It makes me want to run out and try all your tips . Best of all the photography from all over the world is just fantastic! Great work! Will be watching for more!

Marie

Upper Michigan, USA

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 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

Easy to follow and replicate for your students

Once again, a wonderful course (Getting it Right in Camera) that you have created here, in stunning locations, and by means of your intuitive style of teaching all the concepts and techniques can be properly digested. The case studies provide invaluable insights in how you work your cameras and the thought processes behind creating those wonderful images – easy to follow and replicate for your students.

Frank Weitzer

Germany

In Sharp Focus Webinar very good

In Sharp Focus Webinar very good. Sometimes it felt like drinking from a firehouse, but good information.

Kendrick Neubecker

Glenwood Springs, Colorado

You do a terrific job of explaining things clearly

I just wanted to let you know that I’m working my way through the Ultimate Landscape Photography Course and loving it! You do a terrific job of explaining things clearly, and you have a great onscreen presence and rapport with each other. Really enjoying it – looks like I’ll have to get Behind the Lens next… And I look forward to more after that!

Jack Johnson

Beloit, WI, USA

I have learned so much from the videos

Visual Wilderness Streaming Service is the one service that I subscribe to that I truly would be heartbroken to lose!!! I have learned so much from the videos and love that I can go back and re-watch them to refresh myself whenever I want. I knew the videos were outstanding, but I’m in awe at how amazing your customer service is.

Stephanie Young

Kentucky, United States

Mastering Simplification in Nature Photography Tutorial Cover — Mastering Simplification in Nature Photography
Learn to organize & simplify your nature photography compositions to create images with strong visual impact with Jay & Varina Patel.
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Cover for Nature Photography Tutorial about Composition — 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.
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Creative Photography with Shutter Speed Tutorial Cover — 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.
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Cover for Hyperfocal Distance for Landscape Photography Rev. 3 — 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.
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Cover for Creative Photography Tutorial using Aperture Setting by Jay & Varina Patel — 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.
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Telephoto Lenses for Nature Photography Cover by Varina Patel — 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.
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Creative Photography with Lensbaby Tutorial Cover — Creative Photography with Lensbaby
Experiment... take risks... break the rules... make mistakes... have fun... and capture striking photos with Lensbaby.
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Essential Photography Filters Cover — 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.
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Vibrant Colors Course – VCC — 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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Wide Angle Lenses – WAL Cover — Illuminated Course
Mastering light in landscape photography and coming way with brilliant photos, no matter what.
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Macro Photography Lenses Cover — Macro Photography Lenses
Learn to overcome the big challenges of shooting small subjects with your macro photography lens.
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In Sharp Focus Tutorial Cover — 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!
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Wide Angle Lens Video Course Cover — Wide Angle Lenses
Make the most of your wide angle lens to capture grand vistas with incredible depth and detail.
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Landscape Photography Tutorial - Getting it Right in Camera V1 Cover — Getting it Right in Camera
Go beyond technical skills and capture stunning photos right in camera—regardless of the conditions.
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Exposure Bracketing Tutorial for Landscape Photography Cover — 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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Photography Histogram Tutorial Cover — 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.
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Spot on Exposure — 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.
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Point Lobos State Park – California, USA — Leading Lines
I love using leading lines in my photos. They serve to lead the…
March 1, 2012/by Varina Patel

flowers_9743 — Photographing Water Droplets
I love shooting water droplets. They are tiny and perfectly formed, and light plays within them , making them seem to possess a life of their own.
February 27, 2012/by Varina Patel

ND Photography Filters to Photograph Bahia Honda State Park in Florida, USA by Varina Patel — Filters and Fieldwork
This shot required very little special post-processing...…
January 19, 2012/by Varina Patel

Photoshop Actions

Here is a brief tutorial and a discussion about Photoshop Actions. We use Photoshop actions to create frame for our thumbnails.

December 8, 2011/by Varina Patel

snow_4777 copy — Finding the Balance
We have six kids between us. We are always busy – homework, soccer, martial arts. So, how do we balance family and a photographic career?
September 5, 2011/by Varina Patel

Cover for Storm Light in Landscape Photography Blog post by Jay Patel — When Opportunity Knocks…
In nature photography opportunity doesn't always knock at the most convenient time, or in the best location.
August 8, 2011/by Varina Patel

Waiting for the Night – Varina Patel — A Tale of Two Nights
It's always fun to try something new. Although both of us have…
July 29, 2011/by Varina Patel

'Twixt Autumn and Winter – Varina Patel — Q and A: What Makes a Winner?
How can a photographer select a “winner” for entry in competition? There’s no sure answer, but there are a few things to consider.
May 20, 2011/by Varina Patel

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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.