The Outdoor Creative

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The Power of Vintage: Why Imperfect Photos Feel More Real (and How Brands Use It to Build Trust)

Why does that vintage, worn-in look feel more human than digital perfection?

Brands like Fjällräven and Filson have long embraced this timeless aesthetic — not as a trend, but as a visual language of trust, craftsmanship, and authenticity. This post explores why the imperfect style still resonates today, and how using it with intent can elevate your own creative voice.

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Cinematic storytelling in photography: crafting atmosphere through composition and colour

Understanding the importance of storytelling in photography has completely changed how we approach each shoot. Rather than focusing on single standout images, we now build cohesive series that evoke mood, atmosphere, and emotion. In this post, we share how using thoughtful composition and intentional colour grading can elevate your photography and help you create stronger visual narratives.

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Adjusting ISO Settings for Wildlife Photography: Tips and Best Practices

Understanding how to adjust your camera´s ISO settings can help you achieve a proper exposure and get the best images possible, especially when photographing wildlife. While many photographers, including me, has avoided high ISO settings, newer camera technology and editing software have opened new possibilities. In this post I share my latest knowledge about using higher ISO settings on my Canon R6 shooting wildlife. I will also show you the results using modern editing software with AI technology for noise removal.

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Enhance Your Outdoor and Hiking Photography with Lightroom Presets

Enhance your outdoor images using Lightroom presets. This is a simple tutorial on how to utilize presets in Adobe Lightroom Classic and Lightroom Mobile to enhance your adventure images. We'll demonstrate how to quickly and easily apply, import, and use presets. You may download our "Moody Green" preset for free by clicking the link at the end of this post.

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