Photography
Jason O'Flaherty
What are Drop-In Filters?

Curious about drop-in filters and how they fit into high-end lenses like the Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3? When I first encountered them, I found little to no explanation about what they were or how they worked—until I got hands-on. In this article, I break down the mystery behind drop-in filters, show you how they function, and share tips on where to find replacements. Whether you’re a wildlife or astronomy photographer, this guide will help you get the most out of your gear. Click to learn more!

What are Drop-In Filters?
Photography Tutorial
Jason O'Flaherty
11 Secrets to Stunning Zoo Photography

Unlock the secrets to capturing stunning wildlife photos at the zoo. With 11 expert tips, you’ll learn how to transform ordinary zoo snapshots into professional-level portraits. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned photographer, these insights will help you elevate your zoo photography to new heights.

11 Secrets to Stunning Zoo Photography
Product Reviews
Jason O'Flaherty
Ulanzi Cooling Fan

The Ulanzi Cooling Fan is a cost-effective solution for preventing camera overheating, significantly extending recording times for models like the Sony ZV-1 and Fujifilm X-H2. Learn more about its impressive features and why it's a must-have accessory for videographers.

Ulanzi Cooling Fan
Product Reviews
Jason O'Flaherty
Tracking Camera Gear with Apple AirTags

The effectiveness of Apple AirTags in safeguarding camera gear against loss or theft is put to the test. Through real-world experimentation of their functionality, discover how these tags assist in tracking down missing equipment. Finally, the potential security implications of these tags for user privacy are examined.

Tracking Camera Gear with Apple AirTags

Nebraska

The Treasury Pillars History

In the middle of Pioneers Park, nestled away at the southwestern corner of Lincoln Nebraska are a set of four stone pillars calling to be visited.  Surrounded by a pond, these ancient looking stone works are one of the highlights of the park.

Commemorative Plaque cast from metal recovered from the sunken ship the USS Maine.

A popular photography location and wedding setting, they've inspired countless visitors, but where did they come from?  A commemorative plaque nearby only tells part of the story. 

With this video I'd like to introduce a new series to Flarecorp Media called 'Historical Threads' where we will follow the thread of something backwards in time as we unravel its journey through the web of history. 

Watch below for the whole journey of these columns from the 1800s in Washington D.C. to their current resting place.

Here's a link to download the free history of the Treasury Building ebook mentioned in the video.

The Treasury Building: A National Historical Landmark:

Car Show - Malcolm, NE

I'm not much of a car guy.  I can't tell you the difference between this car or that, but when I was invited out to the Malcolm, NE car show last Sunday, I figured I could at least appreciate the ones that look good and the friendly people.

I took all of these on my Canon 70D camera, but I knew they'd be going into a video so I had to intentionally leave myself some buffer room so I could come back and crop them into a 16x9 aspect ration. 

It was a good day. Really hot, but enjoyable. There's the video below or if you want to peruse the pictures at your leisure, I've uploaded those as well.