In this short episode, I talk about some common reasons your photos may have a flat feel, even though when you were there, the scene was beautiful. I'll also give some tips to help improve your shots, so that you can add depth to them and make them feel more immersive.

In this episode, I discuss various aspects of planning a photography trip, from a short day trip to a long excursion. I take you through the way I planned for a recent trip to the north end of Vancouver Island, and then show you how my plans worked out.

This Trail Marker episode is a little longer, but it is worth it as I discuss a large topic: Rainforest Photography. I'll let you know some techniques and tips that work well in challenging conditions, so you can enjoy being on the forest trail with your camera.

Welcome to the premier episode of the Shutter Trails podcast. Sit back and relax, or bring this episode along with you as you wander the trails with your camera. In this episode, you'll learn more about your host, Drake, and how he came to create this podcast. It's aimed at anyone who has a love for the outdoors and photography. The episode presents the philosophy that will be followed as we discuss various aspects of photography both in solo episodes and in interviews with some very interesting and experienced photographers. I hope you enjoy what you hear (and see) and look forward to some feedback.

This is the first short 'Trail Marker' episode of Shutter Trails, the podcast all about outdoor photography. It's a brief intro into what the podcast is all about and where we're headed. The first full episode will be posted on 7 January 2026. I hope you enjoy following the Shutter Trails podcast to some great interviews and photography talk!