Mansfield Photography
The Journal
Where composition meets contemplation. And sometimes clouds rethink their shape.
The Journal – Guides and Reflective Articles
At Mansfield Photography, we don’t just take pictures—we take notice. The Journal is our open field of reflection, where landscape photography meets storytelling, and the beauty of Texas and beyond finds its way into memory, metaphor, and mild obsession.
Here you’ll find guides, musings, and articles that wander as much as they teach—from national parks and small-town textures to the quiet ways light plays with a hillside. We also explore the deeper connections between creativity, nature, and life’s occasionally philosophical detours.
Feel free to linger. Scroll slowly. And if Lore stares at you from the margins, it probably means he finds the writing tolerable.
Articles
Hiking Mount Whitney
Hiking Mount Whitney – A Photographic Journey. Mount Whitney, the tallest mountain in the contiguous United States, stands proudly at 14,505 feet (4,421 meters). Nestled in the southern Sierra Nevada range of…
The Bankhead Highway
The Bankhead Highway – A Surprise Find in Texas. As we journeyed from Mansfield, TX, to El Paso, capturing the charm of small towns along the way, we unexpectedly came across a…
Historic and Amazing Hueco Tanks
Hueco Tanks State Park, Texas – Historic and Beautiful. Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site, located in West Texas near El Paso, is renowned for its rich cultural history, stunning rock…
White Sands National Park
White Sands National Park – In the Summer. White Sands National Park, located in the Tularosa Basin in southern New Mexico, is a mesmerizing natural wonder that offers a unique and unforgettable…
Focus Stacking – Achieving Clarity in Photography
Focus Stacking – Achieving Clarity in Photography. Focus stacking is a powerful technique in photography that lets you achieve incredible sharpness across an entire image, even when photographing scenes with elements near…
Hiking the Lost Mine Trail
Hiking the Lost Mine Trail – A Photographic Journey. Lost Mine Trail in Big Bend National Park. Nestled in the rugged and remote landscape of Big Bend National Park, the Lost Mine…
October Storms in Big Bend
October Storms in Big Bend – Majestic. The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. – Psalm 19:1 Big Bend National Park, set in the…
Object and Artifact Removal in Photographs
Object & Artifact Removal in Photographs – Sometimes it is desirable to remove objects and/or artifacts from an image. As a photographer, when capturing a scene, it’s common to find elements that…
National Parks on Mansfield Photography
National Parks of the USA – On Mansfield Photography. Mansfield Photography loves to capture the breathtaking beauty of our nation’s National Parks and transform these natural wonders into stunning photo compositions. With…
Perspective and Crop – Mastering in Photography
Perspective and Crop in Photography – Mastering the Art: A Beginner’s Guide. Capturing the world in a photograph can feel magical, but understanding how to portray a three-dimensional scene in a two-dimensional…
Big Bend National Park – Landscape Photography
Big Bend National Park – Landscape Photography. And God said, “Let the water under the sky be gathered to one place, and let dry ground appear.” And it was so. God called the…
Small Town Texas – A Photographic Journey
Small Town Texas – A Photographic Journey. Welcome to a captivating visual journey through the heart of Texas, where the charm of small towns meets the lens of Mansfield Photography. With thousands…
England: Exploring London and Beyond
Exploring London, England – And Beyond. Introduction Welcome to my travelogue recounting my incredible trip to London, a city that seamlessly blends tradition and modernity. Staying in a conveniently located Airbnb in…
France – A Tourist for the First Time
Paris, France – A Tourist for the First Time. Welcome to a travel diary of my incredible trip to France! During my time in this beautiful country, I had the pleasure of…
Field of View – Exploring the Beauty of Texas Landscapes
Field of View – Exploring the Beauty of Texas Landscapes. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. – Matthew 28 In photography, “Field of View” (FOV) describes the…
Image Post-Processing – Bringing Your Photos to Life
Image Post-Processing – Bringing Your Photos to Life. Taking a good photograph is only the first step in creating an amazing image. In today’s world, post-processing – the art of enhancing and…
Texas Lakes – A Guide for Lake Photography
Texas Lakes – A Guide for Lake Photography. Texas is filled with scenic lakes that offer incredible opportunities for landscape photography. Each lake has its own unique characteristics, from serene reflections and…
Autumn Landscapes – Fall in Love With Texas
Autumn Landscapes – Fall in Love With Texas. When thinking of autumn landscapes, Texas might not be the first state that comes to mind. Yet, this state surprises with a range of…
Majestic Texas Canyons: Caprock and Palo Duro Canyons
Texas Canyons – Majestic Caprock and Palo Duro Canyons. When it comes to iconic canyons in the United States, the Grand Canyon often comes to mind first. However, the state of Texas…
Solitude in Photography – Where Are the People?
Where are the People? – Solitude in Photography. Frequently we at Mansfield Photography focus on capturing landscapes in their purest form, without people, vehicles, or other objects that might distract from the…
Mastering Light in Photography: The Art of Exposure
Mastering Light in Photography – The Art of Exposure. Capturing the right amount of light is essential to every great photograph. Light can bring out details, enhance colors, and create a mood…
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