The Digital Story Photography Podcast

This is The Digital Story Podcast 1,031, Dec. 23, 2025. Today's theme is, "More Realistic Film Simulations with a Dash of Grain." I'm Derrick Story. Film simulations by Fuji, Nikon, and OM System are great for color and tones, but there's a missing ingredient when compared to actual analog shots: grain! This week we're going to explore the virtues of a few dashes of grain and learn how to apply it for more realistic film simulations. All of that, and more, on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 1031 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! Apple Podcasts -- Spotify Podcasts -- Stitcher Podbean Podcasts -- Podbay FM -- Tune In More Realistic Film Simulations with a Dash of Grain Author's Note - I've published an article on Live View that includes lots of photo examples to accompany the text. You can read it for free here. This all started with Firmware Update 3.0 for my Nikon Zf. There were all sorts of great new features including on they called Film Grain Options. I had to check this out. It features six intensity levels and three grain sizes. Generally speaking, I select intensity level 2 or 3 and small for the size. Combined with a film simulation setting, such as Tri-X or Kodacolor, the results are much closer to real film than anything I had previously rendered from a digital camera. It was the missing ingredient! The new Film Grain Options is located in the Camera Menu about two-thirds the way down. Remember, you have to upgrade your firmware to V3.0 for it to appear. I recommend shooting RAW+Jpeg when working with grain and simulations. The settings will be applied to the Jpeg, and the RAW remains a pure capture without the effects. Nail the exposure, and you can use the Jpegs right out of the camera. The RAWs are there if you need them. For extra fun, I recommend using a vintage Nikon lens with the FTZ II adapter to further enhance the analog look. If you use an AI-S optic, such as the Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 AI-S with the FTZ II, you'll still retain a lot of camera functionality, such as Aperture Priority, but get closer to that classic Nikon look. Don't forget to add the lens to the Non-CPU Lens Data option in the menu. By doing so, its information will be listed in the EXIF metadata of your shots. The OM System OM-3 Film Grain Option The Nikon Zf isn't the only camera that provides this feature. I continued my research and discovered that the OM System OM-3 has its own grain implementation. I love shooting B&W with this camera via the MONO setting on the front creative control dial. What I discovered was that after I choose the MONO 1 setting, I can fine tune its rendering. The options include highlights/shadows, shading effect, sharpness, and yes, Film Grain Effect. OM System provides four grain choices: Off, Low, Medium, and High. I started with Medium for MONO 1, and loved the results. Why didn't I figure this out earlier? FujiFilm X100V Offers Film Grain Too Surely Fuji, with all of its great film simulations, wouldn't pass on this opportunity. And even though their implementation isn't as flexible as Nikon's, it's available. On my X100V, Grain Effect is listed in the IQ menu with two parameters: Roughness and Size. Each parameter has options. For Roughness, there's Strong, Weak, and Off. For Size, we can choose between Large and Small. I combined Strong with Large and selected the Acros film simulation. And just like my experience with the Nikon Zf and the OM-3, adding film grain to the Acros simulation enhanced its analog-like rendering. This option was also available on the GFX100S medium format camera, so I'm guessing that it's there for all Fujifilms. Comparing Film Grain Renderings to RAW Files As much as I like creating Jpegs that I can use right out of the camera, I still capture RAWs as well. There are scenarios when I don't want the effects and would rather start from scratch with a RAW file. Plus, the RAWs are also great for comparison purposes. They're like the "control files" in a whacky creative experiment. My query: Were the grainy film-simulated images better than the smooth, saturated digital files? As you may have guessed, it depends on the subject and the story being told. I also like that I can go crazy with the Picture Controls on the Zf (where the film simulations are located), add grain, and not worry about overdoing it because the RAW version is always there if I need it. For me, this encourages experimentation and creativity. You Can Do It in Post Too If your camera doesn't offer built-in grain control, or you want more fine-tuning capability than what it offers, you can add this effect in post-production. Most apps include this adjustment. In Lightroom, for example, you can change the amount, size, and roughness of grain with sliders, so it seems more controllable than it is in-camera, which bakes it in. The colors remain true, but the grain can vary. Final Thoughts All of this craziness began with a firmware update for the Nikon Zf. A shoutout to them for continually refining an already great camera. And I've also learned that film grain is artistically different than digital noise. As I examine actually film photos and look at the gain patterns, I find them pleasing. They add sharpness and tooth to the pictures. Nikon further enhances this effect by randomizing the grain in a similar fashion as actual film. Theoretically, no two digital pictures are alike. But this is also a revelation for my OM-3 and X100V. Again, as much as I previously enjoyed shooting in MONO with the OM-3 or Astia with the X100V, they never quite looked as analog as I wanted. Now those images come much closer. I love shooting with real film. But it isn't always convenient. Now I feel like I have more control over the type of images I want to create with my digital cameras. It all started with a firmware update and the question, "Why the heck did they add Film Grain Options to my Nikon Zf?" Now I know why. This Week in the News Why are Olympus cameras so overlooked? It's the best image quality possible for the size as featured on AmateurPhotographer.com Ricoh's latest, haziest version of the GR IV is nearly here as featured on DPReview.com This Street photographer used a 7-year-old Fujifilm camera to shoot a Coca-Cola campaign as featured on DigitalCameraWorld.com 10 Movies About Photography Worth Watching as featured on FStoppers.com Virtual Camera Club News Workshops! The 2026 TDS Photography Workshop Season. We are featuring webinars, online workshops, and in-person events focused on creating impactful images in the company of those who love photography as much as you. Our workshops are like no others, and we think you will throughly enjoy the camaraderie and the tips and techniques. This week I want to feature the Mobile Photography with the iPhone, iPad, and Mirrorless Camera. The iPhone, combined with a compact camera, is a powerful tandem for on-the-go photography. In this online workshop, we will explore how to pull together these devices to build a robust and enjoyable workflow. We start on Wednesday, Jan. 28. Stop by The Nimble Photographer Workshop Page and reserve your spot today. Inner Circle Bold. Sign up for the Annual Membership that's only $75.60 a year, you will receive all of the regular Inner Circle benefits, plus a coupon for your choice of a 2026 Online workshop hosted by me. Great Photography Articles on Live View - If you check out our publication and appreciate what you see, be sure to follow us and clap for those authors. You can find us at medium.com/live-view. If you're interested in writing for Live View, drop me a line at [email protected]. The Nimble Photographer Newsletter is now publishing every Thursday. Readers will enjoy a variety of content spanning from short photo essays, to commentary on weekly events, to reviews of the latest and coolest photo gear. Inner Circle Members: A big thanks to those who support our podcast and our efforts! We are having a blast at our new Inner Circle hangout, the private group I've set up at DerrickStoryOnline. We'd love it if you join us. You can become an Inner Circle Member by signing up at our Patreon site. You will automatically be added to the new hangout. The New Donation Kit for Carefree Shipping of Found Film Cameras - If you've discovered a film camera that's no longer being used, our new Donation Kit makes it easy to pack and ship. Just visit the Contact Form on thenimblephotographer.com, click the box next to Donating a Film Camera, and let me know what you have. In your note, be sure to include your shipping address. Affiliate Links - The links to some products in this podcast contain an affiliate code that credits The Digital Story for any purchases made from B&H Photo and Amazon via that click-through. Depending on the purchase, we may receive some financial compensation. Red River Paper - And finally, be sure to visit our friends at Red River Paper for all of your inkjet supply needs. See you next week! You can share your thoughts at the TDS Facebook page, where I'll post this story for discussion.

This is The Digital Story Podcast 1,030, Dec. 16, 2025. Today's theme is, "My 5 Favorite Photo Purchases of 2025." I'm Derrick Story. I'm lucky enough to be able to test loaner gear for my podcasts and articles. But sometimes I like something so much that I buy it with my own money and incorporate it into my workflow. Today, I will share my five favorite purchases in 2025 - plus some industry news as well. All of that, and more, on Today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 1030 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! Apple Podcasts -- Spotify Podcasts -- Stitcher Podbean Podcasts -- Podbay FM -- Tune In My 5 Favorite Photo Purchases of 2025 Here are my top 5 photo purchases for 2025 in reverse order, David Letterman style. Number 5 - Lowepro Trekker Lite BP 150 AW Backpack (Gray, 18.5L). Bought for $49.88 on B&H Super Special; available now for $99 for the holidays. Number 4 - Canon PIXMA G620 Printer Bought for $249 on B&H Super Special, available for $299 for the holidays. Number 3 - Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 Z Lens for Nikon Z Bought for $407; available now for $329. Number 2 - OM System OM-3 Mirrorless Camera Body. Bought for $1,999 when first released; available now for $1,799 on holiday special. Number 1 - iPhone 17 Pro 256 GB. $1,099 direct from Apple. This Week in the News Joel Meyerowitz: How I Make Photographs review: Learn from one of street photography's greatest photographers as featured on DigitalCameraWorld.com Why Printing Still Matters and How It Separates Authors From Image-Makers as featured on FStoppers.com Michele Singer Reiner, Wife of Rob, Was an Accomplished Photographer as featured on PetaPixel.com Viltrox is adding versatility to the viral fixed-lens camera as featured on DPReview.com Virtual Camera Club News Workshops! The 2026 TDS Photography Workshop Season. We are featuring webinars, online workshops, and in-person events focused on creating impactful images in the company of those who love photography as much as you. Our workshops are like no others, and we think you will throughly enjoy the camaraderie and the tips and techniques. Stop by The Nimble Photographer Workshop Page and reserve your spot today. Inner Circle Bold. Sign up for the Annual Membership that's only $75.60 a year, you will receive all of the regular Inner Circle benefits, plus a coupon for your choice of a 2026 Online workshop hosted by me. Great Photography Articles on Live View - If you check out our publication and appreciate what you see, be sure to follow us and clap for those authors. You can find us at medium.com/live-view. If you're interested in writing for Live View, drop me a line at [email protected]. The Nimble Photographer Newsletter is now publishing every Thursday. Readers will enjoy a variety of content spanning from short photo essays, to commentary on weekly events, to reviews of the latest and coolest photo gear. Inner Circle Members: A big thanks to those who support our podcast and our efforts! We are having a blast at our new Inner Circle hangout, the private group I've set up at DerrickStoryOnline. We'd love it if you join us. You can become an Inner Circle Member by signing up at our Patreon site. You will automatically be added to the new hangout. The New Donation Kit for Carefree Shipping of Found Film Cameras - If you've discovered a film camera that's no longer being used, our new Donation Kit makes it easy to pack and ship. Just visit the Contact Form on thenimblephotographer.com, click the box next to Donating a Film Camera, and let me know what you have. In your note, be sure to include your shipping address. Affiliate Links - The links to some products in this podcast contain an affiliate code that credits The Digital Story for any purchases made from B&H Photo and Amazon via that click-through. Depending on the purchase, we may receive some financial compensation. Red River Paper - And finally, be sure to visit our friends at Red River Paper for all of your inkjet supply needs. See you next week! You can share your thoughts at the TDS Facebook page, where I'll post this story for discussion.

This is The Digital Story Podcast 1,029, Dec. 9, 2025. Today's theme is, "Year-End Organizing Checklist for Photographers." I'm Derrick Story. It's easy for photographers to be distracted by holiday sales as the year closes. Black Friday discounts and Cyber Monday deals are indeed tempting. But instead of focusing on acquiring new gear, this is a great time of year to manage what we already have. And that's what we're going to talk about on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 1029 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! Apple Podcasts -- Spotify Podcasts -- Stitcher Podbean Podcasts -- Podbay FM -- Tune In Year-End Organizing Checklist for Photographers Over the course of the previous 11 months, many of us bought new accessories, cameras, and lenses. Most likely we traveled to beautiful destinations and filled our SD cards with thousands of images. And if we're lucky, we even made a few dollars along the way. December is the perfect time to organize and account for all of that activity. Have you documented the serial numbers for your new gear? Is your backup system up to date? Do you know where your receipts are? Do you have any plans for next year? This podcast can serve as a handy checklist to make sure your photography-house is in order as we prepare to embark upon 2026. Let's start with image backup and archiving. Protect the Work You've Done I think in terms of calendar year when organizing my images. In part, this is how my brain works. So I soon will be closing out 2025 and starting anew with 2026. This year's images have been backed up along the way. But December is the time to test your system to make sure it's as robust as you believe it is. And that's item one on our checklist: Test Your Backup System. I have my images organized on an external RAID drive and on a portable SSD. My favorite shots are saved in iCloud as an additional layer of convenience and protection. I can access my Cloud account from any of my devices as long as I have an internet connection. For the connected drives, I use Peakto to account for them and provide a friendly user interface for managing the shots. I like it because it brings everything together from various locations into one easy-to-view location. I put my system to the test by creating a list of shots that I want to find, and then search for them. This is a strict Pass/Fail activity. If I don't recover 100 percent of the photos I have on my list, then I troubleshoot the system until I reach perfection. Serial Numbers and Updated Insurance Riders It doesn't do any good to insure equipment that you've sold. December is the time to review your insurance riders to delete items that you no longer own, and to add gear that you've acquired over the year. In addition to the policy itself, I keep an inventory list separately as well. Is your accounting woefully out of date? Shore it up now. It feels great to have everything itemized. Plus now you have a platform to add additional information such as purchase date, price, and even a photo of the item with a short description. If you experience theft, fire, flooding or some other loss, your inventory will help facilitate a fast recovery. Print Your Best Pictures We have no idea what the future has in store for us. Hard drives and computers could go the way of the dodo bird. A massive solar storm or cyber attack could erase everything. AI bots could go rouge. I know this sounds very sci-fi, but we just don't know. Archival prints are immune from all of this. We don't need a device to view them. They have a long shelf life. And they are beautiful. If you were to make six prints every year of your best stuff, chances are good that you would have an entire exhibit archived by the time you retire. Think about it... if you wanted, you could erase every device you own and still have a collection of images left for posterity. Start this year by making at least 6 of the largest prints your printer can output. Store them in an archival box and mark the outside clearly. Then next December, do it again. Identify the Gear That You're Not Using Our photography, like everything else, evolves over time. We find new areas of interest and perhaps become less enamored with previous favorites. Our gear will reflect those changes. We're pretty good about adding new items to accommodate fresh interests. But the old stuff tends to migrate to the back of the closet, out of sight. Since we have to pull everything out anyway to account for it in our inventory, why not use this opportunity to designate lesser-used items for sale? Not only does this save space and simplify inventory control, but those extra dollars can go into future purchases for new things we need. Make Plans for the New Year Once you have your 2025 under control, it's time to think about the coming year. Do you have a project that you've been thinking about? Now is the perfect time to sketch it out, add milestones, and set your goal. Is there a destination that you've wanted to photograph? December is a great time to research best times to visit, create budgets, and start discussions with your travel partner. Blocking out space on the calendar for your adventures and goals not only increase the likelihood of them materializing, but it also reveals the open spaces you have for other activities. It's a lot easier to agree to attend a family gathering in July when you know that month is open. Plus, what a great feeling to have events to look forward to. Final Thoughts Photographers living north of the equator may think of December as an uninspiring time of short, cold, days. But there's great opportunity to plant seeds for the coming year. Set aside some time to work on this checklist. And have a great 2026! December Checklist for Photographers Protect the Work You've Done - Test your backup system. Serial Numbers and Updated Insurance Riders - Account for your gear. Print Your Best Pictures - Create your device-independent archive. Identify the Gear That You're Not Using - Reclaim space and generate income. Make Plans for the New Year - Block out chunks of time for your craft. This Week in the News The best (and worst) photo gifts DPReview readers have ever received as featured on DPReview.com 10 More Crazy Photography Facts You (Probably) Didn't Know as featured on FStoppers.com Viltrox teases new conversion lenses for Fujifilm X100 cameras as featured on DigitalCameraWorld.com Virtual Camera Club News Workshops! The 2026 TDS Photography Workshop Season. We are featuring webinars, online workshops, and in-person events focused on creating impactful images in the company of those who love photography as much as you. Our workshops are like no others, and we think you will throughly enjoy the camaraderie and the tips and techniques. Stop by The Nimble Photographer Workshop Page and reserve your spot today. Inner Circle Bold. Sign up for the Annual Membership that's only $75.60 a year, you will receive all of the regular Inner Circle benefits, plus a coupon for your choice of a 2026 Online workshop hosted by me. Great Photography Articles on Live View - If you check out our publication and appreciate what you see, be sure to follow us and clap for those authors. You can find us at medium.com/live-view. If you're interested in writing for Live View, drop me a line at [email protected]. The Nimble Photographer Newsletter is now publishing every Thursday. Readers will enjoy a variety of content spanning from short photo essays, to commentary on weekly events, to reviews of the latest and coolest photo gear. Inner Circle Members: A big thanks to those who support our podcast and our efforts! We are having a blast at our new Inner Circle hangout, the private group I've set up at DerrickStoryOnline. We'd love it if you join us. You can become an Inner Circle Member by signing up at our Patreon site. You will automatically be added to the new hangout. The New Donation Kit for Carefree Shipping of Found Film Cameras - If you've discovered a film camera that's no longer being used, our new Donation Kit makes it easy to pack and ship. Just visit the Contact Form on thenimblephotographer.com, click the box next to Donating a Film Camera, and let me know what you have. In your note, be sure to include your shipping address. Affiliate Links - The links to some products in this podcast contain an affiliate code that credits The Digital Story for any purchases made from B&H Photo and Amazon via that click-through. Depending on the purchase, we may receive some financial compensation. Red River Paper - And finally, be sure to visit our friends at Red River Paper for all of your inkjet supply needs. See you next week! You can share your thoughts at the TDS Facebook page, where I'll post this story for discussion.

This is The Digital Story Podcast 1,028, Dec. 2, 2025. Today's theme is, "Catching Up on the Latest Photo News." I'm Derrick Story. We've been so busy with workshops and gift guides that I haven't been able to share the latest interesting news stories in our space. Well that changes today! I have the DP Review Camera of the Year, the Leica Photo of the Year, and the scoop on what really killed Minolta. All of that, and more, on today's TDS Photography Podcast. I hope you enjoy the show. Digital Photography Podcast 1028 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! Apple Podcasts -- Spotify Podcasts -- Stitcher Podbean Podcasts -- Podbay FM -- Tune In Catching Up on the Latest Photo News Here are the stories this week... The DP Review 2025 Product of the Year as featured on DPReview.com The Leica Picture of the Year 2025: Joel Meyerowitz's street photography masterpiece captures the magic of New York as featured on DigitalCameraWorld.com What Really Killed Minolta? A Post-Mortem as featured on FStoppers.com 113 Years Ago, the US Tried to Outlaw Fake Photographs as featured on PetaPixel.com Virtual Camera Club News Workshops! The 2026 TDS Photography Workshop Season. We are featuring webinars, online workshops, and in-person events focused on creating impactful images in the company of those who love photography as much as you. Our workshops are like no others, and we think you will throughly enjoy the camaraderie and the tips and techniques. Stop by The Nimble Photographer Workshop Page and reserve your spot today. Inner Circle Bold. Sign up for the Annual Membership that's only $75.60 a year, you will receive all of the regular Inner Circle benefits, plus a coupon for your choice of a 2026 Online workshop hosted by me. Great Photography Articles on Live View - If you check out our publication and appreciate what you see, be sure to follow us and clap for those authors. You can find us at medium.com/live-view. If you're interested in writing for Live View, drop me a line at [email protected]. The Nimble Photographer Newsletter is now publishing every Thursday. Readers will enjoy a variety of content spanning from short photo essays, to commentary on weekly events, to reviews of the latest and coolest photo gear. Inner Circle Members: A big thanks to those who support our podcast and our efforts! We are having a blast at our new Inner Circle hangout, the private group I've set up at DerrickStoryOnline. We'd love it if you join us. You can become an Inner Circle Member by signing up at our Patreon site. You will automatically be added to the new hangout. The New Donation Kit for Carefree Shipping of Found Film Cameras - If you've discovered a film camera that's no longer being used, our new Donation Kit makes it easy to pack and ship. Just visit the Contact Form on thenimblephotographer.com, click the box next to Donating a Film Camera, and let me know what you have. In your note, be sure to include your shipping address. Affiliate Links - The links to some products in this podcast contain an affiliate code that credits The Digital Story for any purchases made from B&H Photo and Amazon via that click-through. Depending on the purchase, we may receive some financial compensation. Red River Paper - And finally, be sure to visit our friends at Red River Paper for all of your inkjet supply needs. See you next week! You can share your thoughts at the TDS Facebook page, where I'll post this story for discussion.

This is The Digital Story Podcast 1,027, Nov. 25, 2025. Today's theme is, "The 2026 Photography Workshop Season." I'm Derrick Story. The 2026 workshop season features more events than ever! We have informative webinars, online intensives, and in-person explorations to exciting locations. I'll go over the entire lineup today, and then chat with Rob Knight who is leading some of the events. It's going to be a great year of photography! Digital Photography Podcast 1027 Tune-In Via Your Favorite Podcast App! Apple Podcasts -- Spotify Podcasts -- Stitcher Podbean Podcasts -- Podbay FM -- Tune In The 2026 Photography Workshop Season In the coming year we'll be exploring the beautiful Maine coastline, magical Utah landscape, a hot air balloon festival, and Route 66. Plus we have online events covering backyard bird photography, mastering Lightroom, creative photo techniques, and inkjet printing. You can view the entire lineup, plus reserve your spot, by visiting the The Nimble Photographer Workshop Page. So let's take a closer look at these offerings. Jan 10 -- Webinar -- Make the Most of Your Next Photo Workshop (DS & RK) When you attend a photography workshop, you want to maximize your shooting time and get the most value for your hard-earned money. This program is full of tips, techniques, and ideas to help make the most of your time in the field. Rob Knight and Derrick Story have been leading photography workshops for the last sixteen years, and working hard to ensure his clients have great workshop experiences. There are a few things that can make the difference between a good workshop and a great one. He will share what he has learned from his observations leading workshops and stories from some of his colleagues to help you have a good time, save you stress in the field, and make sure that you come back from your next photography workshop with amazing photos, and even better stories! Online Workshop - Real-world Adobe Lightroom -- Jan. 8-29 -- (RK) Adobe Lightroom Classic and Lightroom desktop provide industry standard image organization, editing, and finishing. Join Adobe Certified Expert Rob Knight and learn to take advantage of all the great tools Lightroom has to offer. Whether you are a Lightroom beginner, or you are an experienced user looking to up your game, Rob will make sure you don't miss a trick. Webinar -- Feb. 21 -- Backyard birds and beyond (DS & RK) Wildlife photography, and birds in particular, can be a daunting discipline to explore. The long lenses and specific camera settings require a bit of study and a LOT of practice to master. This 2 hour webinar will begin with the basics for photographing birds and wildlife. Host Rob Knight will go over equipment considerations, camera settings, shooting modes, auto focus, and more. Online Workshop -- Jan. 28-Feb. 18 Mobile Photography with the iPhone, iPad, and Camera (DS) The iPhone, combined with a compact camera, is a powerful tandem for on-the-go photography. In this online workshop, we will explore how to pull together these devices to build a robust and enjoyable workflow. Online Workshop - March 5-26 - Becoming a More Creative Photographer (RK) It's easy to study the technical aspects of photography to improve your camera skills. There are endless books, videos, classes, etc that cover aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, but what about creativity? What techniques can we employ in order to create more compelling and expressive photos? Online Workshop -- Creative Photo Techniques (DS) Four weeks... and a different creative technique each session! We'll explore B&W techniques, Infrared, HDR, long exposure, and more. Do you feel like you're taking the same photos over and over? Climb out of that rut with our creative camera techniques workshop, and discover your inner artist. May 14-17, 2026 - Coastal Maine Photo Workshop (RK) Hit the road with Rob Knight for a classic American road trip to explore the iconic towns, lighthouses, fishing boats, and more in Portland and Boothbay Harbor, Maine. July 2026 -- SC Hot Air Balloon Classic and Micro Brewery Photo Workshop (DS) The Sonoma County Hot Air Balloon Classic is a two-day event that allows us to photograph every aspect of the festival from preparation, to morning glow, to lift off, to individual rides. It's a colorful feast for the eyes. Additionally, Sonoma County has a thriving microbrewing culture. We'll go behind the scenes and learn about the brewing process and taste the results for ourselves. Oct. 5-10 - Moab, Arches, and Dead Horse (DS) Currently wait list Our workshop headquarters is a spacious casa located a few blocks from downtown Moab shops, restaurants and galleries. Arches National Park is 5 miles away, Dead Horse State Park and other photo locations are less than an hour from our HQ. In addition to full kitchen, table for 10, a comfortable common area, our casa includes a private hot tub, outdoor fire pit, BBQ Grill, washer and dryer, WiFi, and parking. Arrivals begin on Monday, Oct. 5 at 4pm. The workshop starts on Tuesday morning. And departure is Saturday morning by 9am. Our photo excursions will include the beautiful landscape of Arches National Park, Dead Horse State Park, the Colorado River, and more. Oct. 15-18 - Route 66 Photography Workshop (RK) Join pro photographer and Route 66 explorer Rob Knight to explore the "mother road" this October. We will be based in Winslow and Kingman, Arizona, putting us right in the middle of the action. The stretch of Route 66 through northern Arizona contains many of the most iconic spots that still exist from the heyday of American car culture. We will visit towns along Route 66 like Seligman, Oatman, and Williams, Arizona. Along the way, we will explore and photograph the roadside attractions that made Route 66 so legendary. Online Workshop - Inkjet Printing for Photographers (DS) Nov. 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2026 Just in time for the holidays, this inkjet printing workshop will help you tame your printer, enabling you to create beautiful prints and fine art greeting cards. We'll cover paper stocks, printer setups, project design, and even how to choose the best inkjet photo printer for you - all the details that you've always wondered about. We Hope You Can Join Us! Stop by The Nimble Photographer Workshop Page and reserve your spot today. Virtual Camera Club News Great Photography Articles on Live View - If you check out our publication and appreciate what you see, be sure to follow us and clap for those authors. You can find us at medium.com/live-view. If you're interested in writing for Live View, drop me a line at [email protected]. Costa Rica! June 2026 - Complete information and registration here. This will be a once in a lifetime photography event. I hope you can join us. Inner Circle Bold. Sign up for the Annual Membership that's only $75.60 a year, you will receive all of the regular Inner Circle benefits, plus a coupon for your choice of a 2026 Online workshop hosted by me. The Nimble Photographer Newsletter is now publishing every Thursday. Readers will enjoy a variety of content spanning from short photo essays, to commentary on weekly events, to reviews of the latest and coolest photo gear. Inner Circle Members: A big thanks to those who support our podcast and our efforts! We are having a blast at our new Inner Circle hangout, the private group I've set up at DerrickStoryOnline. We'd love it if you join us. You can become an Inner Circle Member by signing up at our Patreon site. You will automatically be added to the new hangout. The New Donation Kit for Carefree Shipping of Found Film Cameras - If you've discovered a film camera that's no longer being used, our new Donation Kit makes it easy to pack and ship. Just visit the Contact Form on thenimblephotographer.com, click the box next to Donating a Film Camera, and let me know what you have. In your note, be sure to include your shipping address. Affiliate Links - The links to some products in this podcast contain an affiliate code that credits The Digital Story for any purchases made from B&H Photo and Amazon via that click-through. Depending on the purchase, we may receive some financial compensation. Red River Paper - And finally, be sure to visit our friends at Red River Paper for all of your inkjet supply needs. See you next week! You can share your thoughts at the TDS Facebook page, where I'll post this story for discussion.