Summer in Review: 2018

August 19, 2018 Kathrin Havrilla

Photo by Ethan Robertson

Summer at the BPW was full of travel, adventure, and learning new things—and that wasn't just the students! Now that the summer months are behind us and we're gearing up for fall, take a look at what some of the BPW team experienced during those warm days and longer nights.

One Night Astrophotography: York, ME

August 13, 2018 Chris Sanchez

© Chris Sanchez

Astrophotography is a roll of the dice. Just like the casino games the odds are rarely in your favor, but still hard to resist. That being said, ask any photographer who's chased a starry night's sky and no matter what the odds are the gamble is almost always worth the chase.

Gear We Love: Camera Bags 2018 (Part 1)

July 24, 2018 Kathrin Havrilla

Photo by Iswanto Arif

You have the right camera. You’ve picked up some of the extra essentials. Now—how do you carry it all around?

The BPW has gone to the testing ground to answer this very question. Here, check out three of our top picks for camera bags to fit different needs and budgets. For Part 1, we’ve focused on shoulder bags only—look for Part 2: Backpacks later this year.

BPW Student Spotlight: Susan Zhao

June 20, 2018 Kathrin Havrilla

It's time for the latest BPW Student Spotlight, where we highlight a different member of our talented community to learn more about how our students turn their passion for photography into freelance work, fulfilling hobbies, or even full-time careers. This month: travel photographer Susan Zhao!

Helpful Tips: Traveling with Your Camera

May 23, 2018 Kathrin Havrilla

Photo by: Alice donovan rouse

Summer is nearly upon us, and for many members of our photo community, that means travel—and (more importantly) travel photography!

To help you plan ahead to maximize amazing photos and minimize stress, we’ve put together some tips and tricks that are great for beginners and pros alike.

Astrophotography Weekend Recap - Spring 2018

April 13, 2018 Kathrin Havrilla

© Chris Sanchez

The weekend of March 23, 2018, was fun, educational, and chilly for the BPW – it was our third astrophotography workshop at the beautiful Pemaquid Point Light in Bristol, Maine!

Eight creative, motivated students made the trek north—some with supportive family members in tow—to stay in the gorgeous Bradley Inn and make some memories (and great photos) under the starry skies.