Kristopher Koeller

Kristopher Koeller

Raleigh, NC
13
Jan
Things to do in Raleigh: Lake Johnson

Things to do in Raleigh: Lake Johnson

A while back I wrote about some scenic hikes in and around Raleigh. Today I went to Lake Johnson. I&
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12
Jan
A photography studio that is painted black.  There are various stands with different heights that have lights on them to illuminate the center.

Why Light Is the Most Important Thing in Photography

If photography had a single rule that outweighed all others, it would be this: light matters more than your camera, your lens, or your settings. You can take a compelling photograph with an old phone if the light is right, and a forgettable one with the most expensive gear if it’s not.
3 min read
11
Jan
About and Out: So Hot, Cary, NC

About and Out: So Hot, Cary, NC

If you’re in Cary and craving a fun and interactive meal, So Hot HotPot is worth putting on your list. This hotpot restaurant brings a lively twist to communal dining with bubbling broth, a wide variety of fresh ingredients, and even a robot host to guide you to your table.
2 min read
29
Dec
Things to do in Raleigh: The Raleigh Market

Things to do in Raleigh: The Raleigh Market

A weekend staple in Raleigh, The Raleigh Market offers antiques, handmade goods, local vendors, and great food all in one place. It’s a relaxed, come-as-you-are experience built around discovery, community, and local charm.
1 min read
27
Dec
a display of various cameras and a macbook.  A book bag with a smaller satchel.  They are all organized neatly in a square on a wooden floor

Tools I use every day for Photography

A look at the hardware and software I use in my photography workflow. These tools help me capture, edit, and organize images so I can focus less on settings and more on seeing the moment.
5 min read
26
Dec
Welcome to Photography!

Welcome to Photography!

Getting a camera as a gift is exciting. It might come wrapped under a Christmas tree, handed over for a
2 min read
07
Dec
A person walks along a downed tree log in the middle of a forrest.  The ground is covered in leafs.

The Best Scenic Hikes In and Around Raleigh

North Carolina’s Piedmont region might not be the first place people imagine when they think about breathtaking hikes, yet
2 min read
03
Dec
The Glow Returns: Chinese Lantern Festival Comes to Cary

The Glow Returns: Chinese Lantern Festival Comes to Cary

Every year, as the holidays approach and the nights grow longer, a spectacular tradition lights up Cary — the North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival.
3 min read
25
Nov
Shadows and Light

Shadows and Light

One of the most rewarding parts of photography is discovering how light shapes not only what we see, but how
3 min read
23
Nov
A Few Hours Away: Finding Calm in the Nearby Wild

A Few Hours Away: Finding Calm in the Nearby Wild

There’s a quiet kind of magic in the places that sit just beyond our routine. A couple hours from
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