KewlTek Photography - KewlTek Photography Tips, How To's, and Camera Gear Reviews

Welcome to KewlTek Photography! I’m Russell Robinson, a photographer from the Olympia, WA area.

Have you ever seen amazing photos and wondered, “How come my photos never turn out like that?” I used to think I’d never be able to create images like that. Through practice, I learned techniques that improved my photography. On this site, I’ll help you get the results you want!

Want to improve your photography? I share “tips & tricks”, write “how to” posts, and provide you with camera gear and accessory reviews. Feel free to use them to step up your photography game!

Camera Basics

Want some basic info on how to use your Canon DSLR? Then these articles are for you!

Gear Reviews

Are you interested in photography gear? Check out this section for gear reviews!

Tips & Tricks

Want some quick camera tips and tricks that you can try right away? Dive right in and give these tips a try!

Use Your Canon DSLR as a Webcam

By Russell Robinson / June 18, 2020

As a photographer/videographer, my craptastic laptop audio/video Zoom experience made me cringe. I knew there had to be a better way, so I learned how use my Canon camera as a webcam.

Connect a RØDE VideoMic Go to Your Laptop

By Russell Robinson / July 24, 2020

Ever wondered if you can connect a Rode VideoMic Go to your laptop? It's entirely possible! In this post, I'll show you how.

How to Create That Smooth Flowing Water Effect

By Russell Robinson / April 24, 2020

If you own a camera that lets you to adjust ISO, aperture, and shutter speed--then you can create that dreamy, flowy water effect! In this post, I show you how.

Make a Time-lapse Video with a GoPro

By Russell Robinson / March 14, 2020

Making a time-lapse video with a GoPro is actually pretty fun, and it's really easy! As long as you've got...

Canon 24mm f/2.8 Lens Review

By Russell Robinson / February 16, 2020

Canon's 24mm f/2.8 STM is the lightest, and second most affordable lens in Canon's lineup. In this review, you'll learn why it's a great lens choice for those looking to graduate from kit lenses.

Canon’s Most Affordable Lens

By Russell Robinson / February 1, 2020

Canon's 50mm f/1.8 STM is their lowest priced lens. Can a low-cost lens improve your photography?

3 Photography Tips Beginners Can Safely Ignore

By Russell Robinson / November 9, 2019

Learning photography is fun! Let's help keep it that way by going over 3 "tips" that beginners can safely ignore!

One Camera Bag to Rule Them All!

By Russell Robinson / October 27, 2019

Is there a camera bag that lets you pack your camera, some essential lenses, your iPad, iPhone, 15" MacBook Pro, and other odds and ends in ONE bag? This bag can do it!