βThe Light Chaser Blog |
Photography, Education & Adventure Photography Tips by Jeff Walshβ
Welcome to The Light Chaser Blog by Jeff Walsh β your go-to space for all things landscape, travel & nature photography. Whether youβre chasing waterfalls at dawn, exploring 4WD tracks through rugged terrain, or seeking that perfect sunset over the Hawkesbury, Jeffβs got stories, tips & tutorials to help you shoot with purpose, light & passion.
Recent posts include gear guides, location breakdowns, action photography (like jet-fast air shows!), composition tricks & all the lessons learned from thousands of clicks across wild places.
Jump in, explore, and let the light chase you. If you like what you see, join the journey β subscribe for updates and get inspired for your next trip or shoot.
Capturing the Soul of a Place: How Landscape Photography Builds Environmental Awareness & Respect
Discover how landscape photography inspires environmental awareness. Learn how images create connection, respect and advocacy for the places we love.
Blue Hour Photography Tips: The Entrance, Central Coast NSW
Elevate your Central Coast photography! Learn 5 essential tips for shooting stunning blue hour seascapes at The Entrance, NSW. Workshops available.
Is Every Good Photo Now βAIβ?
Discover why so many real photographs are being questioned as AI and explore the full-circle relationship between artificial intelligence and genuine creative photography. I share my stance on AI, a split-image comparison, and why this conversation matters for the future of authentic imagery. Read the full blog and join the discussion.age.
Choosing Your First Camera. Letβs talk about it.
From the river to the sea π
My photography journey has always been shaped by light. Hence, why they call me the light chaser. From misty Hawkesbury mornings to golden sunsets over The Entrance.
Iβve just written a new blog: βChoosing Your First Cameraβ This is the perfect guide for beginners who want to learn, not just buy.
Whether youβre on the riverbanks or the coastline, this oneβs for you.
Because photography isnβt about where you areβ¦ itβs about how you see.
The True Art of Seeing: Steps to Analysing a Photograph Like a Judge
Learn how to analyse a photograph like a professional judge. In this blog, I share the key steps I use when critiquing images β from composition and light to storytelling and emotion. Drawing on my experience as a qualified photography judge and recent workshops with legends like Peter Eastway and Len Metcalf, I reveal how viewing and analysing othersβ work can refine your own eye and improve your photography.
What Areas of Learning Does Photography Offer β and How It Benefits Our Mental Health and Life
Photography is so much more than capturing beautiful images β itβs a journey of learning, mindfulness, and personal growth. In this blog, I explore the many areas photography teaches us β from creativity and technical skills to observation, connection, and resilience β and how each of these lessons can positively impact our mental health and everyday life. Discover how picking up a camera can help you slow down, find focus, and see the world (and yourself) in a whole new light.
Self-Taught Photography vs Attending Workshops with Experienced Photographers
Learn the pros and cons of being a self-taught photographer vs attending photography workshops. Jeff Walsh Photography shares real-world insights.
How Can a Beginner Start Photography?
Just starting photography? Learn simple tips on light, exposure, and composition. Join Jeff Walsh Photographyβs free beginner course today.
Top 5 Photography Tips for Capturing the Action at Richmond RAAF Air Show
The skies above Richmond RAAF Base will thunder with the roar of jets, the grace of heritage aircraft and the spectacle of military displays in one of the yearβs most anticipated aviation events. For photographers, itβs a rare chance to test their skills against some of the fastest and most dynamic subjects youβll ever point a lens at.