The Journal

Location guides, behind-the-scenes stories, and insights from photographing landscapes around the world

The Gear I Use for Landscape Photography - Seattle, WA landscape photography by Armaan Pandey
gear guide·

The Gear I Use for Landscape Photography

From the Sony A7R V to my favorite hiking telephoto, here's a complete breakdown of the cameras, lenses, and accessories I use to capture landscape photographs in the backcountry.

Seattle
Canadian Rockies Photography: Complete 7-Day Guide to Banff & Jasper - Banff & Jasper National Parks, Alberta landscape photography by Armaan Pandey
location guide·

Canadian Rockies Photography: Complete 7-Day Guide to Banff & Jasper

Turquoise alpine lakes, towering peaks, and pristine wilderness. This week-long photography itinerary covers the essential locations across Banff and Jasper National Parks.

Banff & Jasper National Parks
New Zealand South Island Photography: The Ultimate 2-Week Itinerary - South Island, New Zealand landscape photography by Armaan Pandey
location guide·

New Zealand South Island Photography: The Ultimate 2-Week Itinerary

From Mount Cook's glacial valleys to Milford Sound's dramatic fjords, this comprehensive photography guide covers the best locations across New Zealand's South Island.

South Island
White Sands Photography Guide: Camera Settings, Timing & Tips (2025) - White Sands National Park, New Mexico landscape photography by Armaan Pandey
location guide·

White Sands Photography Guide: Camera Settings, Timing & Tips (2025)

Complete White Sands photography guide with camera settings, golden hour timing, tripod tips for sand, and where to stay in Alamogordo. Shot in November 2022 on Sony A7III.

White Sands National Park