Joe Gremillion
LightNews LightNews
banner
jbgremillion.bsky.social
Joe Gremillion
@jbgremillion.bsky.social
70 followers 19 following 90 posts
Hiking: wehike.org

Photography: joephotos.art
Posts Replies Media Videos
jbgremillion.bsky.social
I was lucky to catch this view from my window seat minutes before sunset near the border of Arizona and New Mexico.

The shot features neither the sun nor the region’s famous desertscapes. Sometimes a photo works because of what you leave out, not what you include. #getoutside
November 16, 2025 at 6:50 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
I didn’t expect to see the northern lights from South Texas, but with a little enhancement and a 20-ish-second exposure on my iPhone, last night surprised me. Might try again tonight if effects from the recent CME continue. #astrophotography #naturephotography
A soft pink glow in the sky, under a darker band with a few pinpoint stars, above a green tree lit from below.
November 12, 2025 at 1:28 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
Legend says that Badwater Basin earned its name when a surveyor’s mule refused to drink from it. The expanse isn’t poisoned, but it is salty: almost 200 sq mi of salt deposits. I angled this shot low show its translucency. Death Valley NP 2023. #nationalparks #naturephotography #getoutside
Close-up of a translucent salt crystal the size of an open hand. The background shows a wide expanse of crystals that coat the dried lake bed.
November 10, 2025 at 4:22 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
The Belt of Venus is visible when the Earth’s shadow darkens a sliver of the atmosphere. Captured this shot with my iPhone; I was lucky enough to have a window seat on the correct side of an airplane. Sometimes good shots are opportunity and observation, or “luck+look”. #naturephotography #iphone
November 8, 2025 at 5:54 AM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
Building on past lessons I’ve given outdoors, on Nov. 17 I’ll teach an indoor lesson on smartphone photography at Fieldwork in Atascadero, CA. We’ll look at settings, focus, exposure, lighting, and composition with phone cameras. RSVP and learn more at www.fieldworkart.org #smartphonephotography
An ad promoting the event, with a sample photo of myself teaching in the field and a monochrome example of my dramatic landscape work. 6pm Nov. 17, 2025, at Fieldwork www.fieldworkart.org.
November 7, 2025 at 8:10 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
Pelican feather at Pismo Beach, summer of 2021. While learning to photograph the beach I realized that sunsets aren’t always about the sun. #sunset #naturephotography #getoutside
November 6, 2025 at 7:48 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
Tomorrow night I’ll talk about ten local hiking trails like the MDO bluffs, Bishop Peak, and Pismo Preserve. You’ll learn from my maps, photos, and experience leading group hikes since 2021. #hiking #sanluisobipso

6pm Nov. 6, 313 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA

RSVP: www.rei.com/events/hsai/...
Six hikers walk a trail towards a jagged hill called Bishop Peak, under a clear blue sky. Text information describes the event: trail maps and info; choosing a trail right for you; weather and microclimates; terminology and gear; free handout list. RSVP for free. 6pm Nov. 6, at 313 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA.
November 5, 2025 at 5:12 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
Today’s cool, overcast weather reminds me of a hike I did near Les Contamines-Montjoie, France, last year. I soon learned to appreciate waterproofing my gear & clothes in the Alps.
November 5, 2025 at 12:17 AM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
Like design, photography involves making decisions. In this case I chose what to include — and exclude — to show waning light atop a morro in San Luis Obispo, CA. Later I wrote a booklet on similar techniques: www.joephotos.art/2025/08/how-... #smartphonephotography
Sunlight illuminates the edge of a pink granite rock face in the foreground. A long shadow of the pointed hill on which the rock stands stretches over a small city below.
November 3, 2025 at 6:33 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
A few more from my morning photo walk today: The sky glows with first light before the morros awaken; a sun dog overlooks Edna Valley vineyards; Cerro San Luis catches the first rays of sun. #landscapephotography #sunrisephotography #naturephotography #sanluisobispo
November 2, 2025 at 8:52 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
Fog rolled through the valleys at sunrise south of San Luis Obispo, CA. I was hoping for shadows on the nearby hills, but these in the distance were stronger. The fog was an unexpected bonus. #landscapephotography
Low, dense clouds fill the gaps between rolling hills. The scene is lit from the left with early-morning sunshine. An empty sky fills the top third of the scene.
November 2, 2025 at 7:24 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
This morning I went to an ocean overlook and caught fog drifting over the waves. It kept drifting in until I couldn’t see anything.

Sometimes that makes for atmospheric photos, other times not so much. The attempt is worth the risk. #getoutside
November 1, 2025 at 7:25 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
A little something for #scavenger #whistpr
Seen from below, dark-feathered vulture perches on a dying tree branch against a bright blue sky.
November 1, 2025 at 7:02 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
I was planning to compare JPG, HEIF, and RAW image formats … but there's a wide range of possibilities even among RAW pics from different apps and devices. This warrants a closer look.
Symmetrical photo underneath an ocean pier that extends to the center of the image. Comparison of an off-the-card photo to one with darkened highlights and brightened shadows. Symmetrical photo underneath an ocean pier that extends to the center of the image. Comparison of an off-the-phone photo to one with darkened highlights and brightened shadows. Symmetrical photo underneath an ocean pier that extends to the center of the image. Comparison of an off-the-phone photo to one with darkened highlights and brightened shadows.
October 30, 2025 at 5:06 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
I’m playing with !Camera app by Not Boring. The app captured details across highlights and shadows in this courtyard of Castel Sant’Angelo, Rome, even without the app’s additional HDR feature.
October 27, 2025 at 11:06 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
I'm exploring the practical side of the Dolomites: the towns, public transport, best times of year to visit, etc. But once in a while I get more than a snapshot. #dolomites #naturephotography #iphone17pro
October 20, 2025 at 8:20 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
Yesterday I hiked near Spoleto, Italy, and the Ponte delle Torri aqueduct (now a pedestrian bridge). The adjacent fortress Rocca Albornoziana dates back to the 1360s CE. Jet lag plagues me during this trip to Italy, but I’m enjoying both my time and the views. #travelphotography #getoutside
An imposing white limestone Roman-era aqueduct leads from east to west towards an equally white castle atop a tall, tree-covered hill. Afternoon light paints the scene with gentle golden light. Hints of buildings in the adjacent town, Spoleto, appear south of the castle. The watermark www.joephotos.art and noonskyblue@pm.me are visible in the lower left.
October 16, 2025 at 2:13 AM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
Just a quick pic looking towards Morro Rock, California, taken during yesterday's hazy evening. Low tide brings the bay's character to the surface. #landscapephotography
October 10, 2025 at 4:05 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
Recently I published a booklet on smartphone lunar photography. During this harvest moon I followed my own advice to get this pic, a handheld shot with my iPhone 17 Pro. Learn more: joephotos.gumroad.com/l/lunar-smar...

#astrophotography #tutorial
A full moon fills the frame against a black night sky. The details are not perfectly crisp but features like the gray mare are distinct.
October 7, 2025 at 3:32 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
Autumn is a good season for sunset skies near Pismo Beach, CA. I was lucky to catch this on an evening hike — another time I’m glad to not stay home.

Also trying out my iPhone 17 Pro. Pretty good resolution: at 300DPI the pano could print 42” wide. #getoutdoors #photography #nature #sunset
Orange sunset light catches wisps of cloud settling towards the ocean from thicker, darker clouds above. The silhouette of a low hill frames the bottom left of the photo.
October 4, 2025 at 8:18 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
I’ve added light and landscape to my collection: Stark sand dunes, jellyfish clouds, Badwater Basin, and a panorama of sunset over low-lying clouds. Bring the outdoors into your space with museum-quality prints. #LandscapePhotography #NatureArt #WallArt #PrintsForSale

joegremillion.smugmug.com
A montage of six images set onto a black background. Three are high-contrast black and white shots of curves among sand dunes. The others are natural and and sky formations. The title reads, “new landscape and fine art prints.” Text at the bottom says “Joe Gremillion Photography” and the URL joegremillion.smugmug.com
October 2, 2025 at 10:37 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
Is a vigorous hike worth chancing a glimpse above the clouds? Four years ago today, it was. Marine layers can occur at this time of year, but it’s hard to tell how thick they are until you’ve climbed above them. What an evening at Pismo Preserve, California. #photography #landscape #nature #sunset
A partially-shaded hillside, lit with red sunset light, rises above a fog bank. A narrow trail on the hill and groves of oak trees give a sense of perspective. Another land form (Point Sal) rises in the distance.
October 1, 2025 at 5:41 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
This one’s for you @katherinebonn.bsky.social
A white seagull with wings raised is poised for flight. Ocean waves behind the bird are lit by early-morning sunshine. The hazy curve of a bay marks the horizon.
October 1, 2025 at 4:14 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
Macro shot of a jumping spider — this time with 100% more Graphic Media labels. This one’s for you @uteorgassa.bsky.social ;)

#macro #photography #spider
September 30, 2025 at 6:08 PM
jbgremillion.bsky.social
I went out for some long-exposure shots of night sky at Minaret Summit, near Mammoth Lakes, CA. But clouds drifted in and it seemed my chance was ruined. Still I wondered … what if? Abandoning my plan I captured some mixed shots of both stars and moonlit clouds. #photography #nature #staycurious
Thin, moonlit clouds over low forest, mostly bare trees in winter. Stars and part of the Milky Way galaxy are visible through the clouds and in clear parts of the sky.
September 29, 2025 at 5:03 AM