by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Photographer Exploring Raleigh Union Station with Astrid Kallsen. Gear: The Raleigh Amtrak Station (Raleigh…
Styled Shoot at Chateau des Fleures
by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Photographer Chateau des Fleures is a castle wedding venue located in Angier, North Carolina.…
Downtown Raleigh Photoshoot: Winter in the City
Hosted by Creatives of Carolina @creativesofcarolina by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Photographer Creatives of Carolina held a…
Mystic Distillery Wedding
Jen & David’s Wedding–OCTOBER 8, 2022 by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Wedding Photographer Mystic Farm & Distillery is…
“From the Heavens”-A Photo Shoot with Acadia Rose. Apex, North Carolina
by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Photographer Dolde beach at Jordan Lake in Apex, North Carolina was the location…
Wedding Walkthrough: An Epic Styled Event at Heyward Manor-Part 2
by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Wedding Photographer Heyward Manor, a beautiful wedding venue in Iva, South Carolina was…
Wedding Walkthrough: An Epic Styled Event at Heyward Manor-Part 1
by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Wedding Photographer Heyward Manor, a beautiful wedding venue in Iva, South Carolina was…
Metropolis Hues: A Downtown Raleigh Photo Shoot with Kayla West
by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Photographer Bright and bold colors against a cool city night in Downtown Raleigh…
Retro Styled Studio Wedding Shoot
by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Wedding Photographer The Mill Studio in Mill Spring, North Carolina provided incredible natural…
Harleen Sandhu Photo Shoot
by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Photographer Photo shoots in the hot, humid summer need to be quick and…
Wedding Day Essentials
by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Wedding Photographer With so much talk about cameras and lenses I should take…
Danielle & Michael-Arrowhead Inn Bed & Breakfast Wedding
by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Wedding Photographer The Arrowhead Inn Bed & Breakfast in North Durham was the…
Spring: JC Raulston Arboretum-Raleigh, North Carolina
by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Photographer Chilly mornings that give way to warm afternoons, sun rays that backlight…
Conceptual Photography
by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Photographer A recent content retreat hosted by Michael Betzner (@Michael_BetznerPhotography) a Raleigh, North…
Vintage Themed Wedding Photo Shoot-Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson in Raleigh, North Carolina.
by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Photographer Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson was gracious enough to open their warehouse and provide…
Retro Themed Photo Shoot at Lighting Incorporated in Raleigh, North Carolina.
by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Photographer You don’t need exotic locations for great portrait photography. A local lighting…
Labyrinth Themed Wedding Photo Shoot
by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Wedding Photographer The Secret Garden Estate in Huntersville, North Carolina provided an enchanting…
STAR WARS SAMURAI
by Alan Trammel Exploring the Tamasahii Nations/Bandai line of Meisho Movie Realization Star Wars figures. Star Wars-an American epic space opera…
Royal Photo Shoot-Castle McCulloch in Jamestown, North Carolina.
by Alan Trammel: Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill Photographer Castle McCulloch in Jamestown, North Carolina was the perfect fortress for a…
The Ponies of Grayson Highlands State Park in Virginia
by Alan Trammel Located in Southwest Virginia, Grayson Highlands State Park is a photographer’s delight. Scenic mountain peaks offer the perfect…
Autumn Glow: 2nd Place, North Carolina State Fair 2021-Professional Category.
An image I captured on my Western North Carolina adventure in the fall of 2020 placed 2nd at the 2021…
1.4 Prime Lens Portrait Shootout
by Alan Trammel A portrait shoot with Astrid Kallsen was the perfect opportunity to put the new Nikon D780 through…
Review: Lume Cube 2.0 Professional 22-Piece LED Lighting Kit for Camera Video & Photography
by Alan Trammel This light kit is well packaged with a ton of features. The Pro Lighting Kit includes a carry…
Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8G AF-S DX Review
Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8G AF-S DX Review by Alan Trammel HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Another stunning performer! This lens has consistently put out superb…
Outer Banks North Carolina Winter 2020
by Alan Trammel (Nags Head Fishing Pier) Lighthouses, piers, ocean sunrises, sound sunsets and miles of breathtaking landscapes, it’s no wonder…
Building an EPIC 1/18 Scale Garage Diorama
by Alan Trammel COVID-19 is more than enough to cramp a photographer’s style. Events were cancelled, venues and parks closed, and…
Western North Carolina Fall 2020
by Alan Trammel (Catawba River) 2020 was an incredibly vibrant fall season in western North Carolina and I was very…
Creepy Doll Photo Shoot
by Alan Trammel A creepy doll photo shoot for the Red Sage Collective, a performance group in Cary, North Carolina was…
Nikon D750 Review
Nikon D750 Review by Alan Trammel HIGHLY RECOMMENDED For me, this camera is pretty close to absolute perfection. There are just…
Front Yard Photo Studio
by Alan Trammel A DIY outdoor studio can be an effective alternative to working indoors. You can build your own…
Cary High School Graduation Photo Shoot: Downtown Cary Park
by Alan Trammel Location: Downtown Cary, North Carolina around Downtown Cary Park. Gear: http://www.alantrammelphotography.com
Nikon AF-S 24-70mm f/.2.8G Review (Non VR)
Nikon AF-S 24-70mm f/.2.8G Review (Non VR) by Alan Trammel HIGHLY RECOMMENDED This lens is a tank! It feels solid…
UNC-Chapel Hill Graduation Photos: Hannah Lawrence
by Alan Trammel I was delighted to get the opportunity to photograph Hannah Lawrence, a 2020 graduating Senior at the…
Boylan Bridge-Raleigh, North Carolina
by Alan Trammel Boylan Bridge offers one of the best views of the Downtown Raleigh skyline. Located in Boylan Heights,…
Star Wars Diorama
by Alan Trammel Gear: http://www.alantrammelphotography.com
Nikon AF-S 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G VR Review
Nikon AF-S 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G VR Review by Alan Trammel RECOMMENDED (Although I Sold Mine) Originally purchased for its lighter weight…
Nikon AF-S 18-35mm f.3.5-4.5G Review
Nikon AF-S 18-35mm f.3.5-4.5G Review by Alan Trammel RECOMMENDED Super compact and light weight for an FX wide angle lens,…
Tokina Opera 50mm f/1.4 FF lens for Nikon
by Alan Trammel Tokina Opera 50mm f/1.4 FF lens for Nikon HIGHLY RECOMMENDED This lens is insanely large and heavy,…
Prime vs zoom: What lens is best for portraits?
by Alan Trammel The best lens for portrait photography is one of the oldest and most contested arguments in photography. …
Review: Nikon SB-700
Nikon Speedlight SB-700 by Alan Trammel HIGHLY RECOMMENDED After experiencing flash frustration several years ago with a failed attempt at…
Review: Nikon SB-600
Nikon Speedlight SB-600 by Alan Trammel EPIC FAIL -This flash was discontinued by Nikon, thank goodness! Trying to find your…
Review: Nikon AF-S 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX Lens
Nikon AF-S 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX Lens Review by Alan Trammel HIGHLY RECOMMENDED If you have a Nikon DX camera…
Utilizing Spot Metering for Stage Performances
Utilizing Spot Metering for Stage Performances by Alan Trammel. What is spot metering? In spot metering, metering is evaluated based…
Review: Nikon D7000
Nikon D7000 Review by Alan Trammel RECOMMENDED I purchased the Nikon D7000 as I progressed to a more serious photo…
Review: Sigma 150-500mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM
Sigma 150-500mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Review by Alan Trammel NOT RECOMMENDED Here we go again with all the…
Behind the Scenes of a Portrait Photo Shoot in Downtown Cary, North Carolina
by Alan Trammel Location: Downtown Cary, North Carolina around Downtown Cary Park and the Cary Arts Center. Gear: http://www.alantrammelphotography.com Alan…
Review: Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro Lens
Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro Lens Review by Alan Trammel. NOT RECOMMENDED WOW, what do all…
Review: Nikon 105mm f/2.8 IF-ED AF-S VR Micro Lens
Nikon 105mm f/2.8 IF-ED AF-S VR Micro Lens Review by Alan Trammel. NOT RECCOMMENDED I found this lens to be…
Aperture Priority and Auto ISO
by Alan Trammel [Bridal Shower Photography] A fast paced and entertaining Bridal Shower at The Verandah at the Mayton Inn…
Review: Nikon 70-200 2.8 VR (Version 1)
Nikon AF-S 70-200 f/2.8 VR (Version 1) Review by Alan Trammel. NOT RECOMMENDED. First let me start by praising the…
Review: Nikon D610
Nikon D610 Review by Alan Trammel. RECOMMENDED 50/50 I must preface this review by saying the Nikon D610 was my…
Dungeons and Dancers: An Epic Belly Dance Adventure!-Promo Shoot
by Alan Trammel [Portrait and Headshot Photographer] I had a super fun time working with The League of Extraordinary Bellydancers…
Review: Tokina AT-X Pro SD 12-24mm F4 (IF) DX for Nikon
Tokina AT-X Pro SD 12-24mm F4 (IF) DX for Nikon Review by Alan Trammel. RECOMMENDED This lens was my first…
Downtown Raleigh Headshot Photo Shoot with Godox AD200 & MagBox
by Alan Trammel [Raleigh Photographer] An empty street early on a Sunday morning in Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina made the…
Downtown Raleigh Bellydance Photo Shoot with Lisa Allred.
by Alan Trammel [Raleigh Photographer] The color pop corner at the Marbles Kids Museum made a great back drop for…
Review: Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.8G
Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.8G Review by Alan Trammel. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Known as the “nifty fifty” this is the Swiss army…
Nikon Lens Abbreviations
Nikon Lens Abbreviations by Alan Trammel. All the letters and abbreviations Nikon uses to identify different lens components can get…
I Shoot Nikon
by Alan Trammel “What brand do you shoot with?” This question seems to come up all the time among photographers. …
The Beginning…
by Alan Trammel Well here it goes! I finally decided to start a photography blog. Many photographers find themselves here…