Don Orkoskey Pittsburgh Photography Articles

Professional photographer Don Orkoskey is the owner of Pittsburgh based WDO Photography. For over 15 years Don has been providing portrait, wedding, event, and nature photography as well as teaching photography.
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Thank You Pittsburgh

Thank you Pittsburgh for everything you’ve taught and given me these past 25 plus years. You will always be my home and I promise to visit.
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What Happens When Photographers Embrace The Rain: Magic

What happens when photographers embrace the rain? Magic happens. From wildlife to portraits, rain is often avoided but it shouldn’t be.
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Photography Smoke Bombs vs Smoke Machines

Smoke bombs vs fog machines for photography—discover which creates better effects, how to use them, and tips for epic smoke-filled photoshoots.
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Night Photography Hack: Create Unbelievably Better Low Light Photos

These night photography hacks to create vibrant photos after dark. Learn how to master long exposures and capture amazing low light scenes.
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Beginner Lightroom Tips You Need To Know For Immediately Better Photos

Learn essential Beginner Lightroom tips & instantly improve your photos. This guide will help you get pro results with ease.
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Improve Focus In Your Photos Surprisingly Fast

Improve focus in your photos surprisingly fast with these easy to follow tips from Pittsburgh photographer Don Orkoskey of WDO Photography.
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The Best DSLR For Wildlife Photography: The Nikon D850

Despite having been released back in 2017, the Nikon D850 is still the best DSLR for wildlife photography in 2025.
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Outstanding Bird Photography At This Spectacular Former Country Club

You need to see Churchill Valley Greenway, a reclaimed nature preserve that’s become a birding hotspot in Pittsburgh’s eastern suburbs.
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Here’s Why You Need To Immediately Go Photograph Coopers Rock

From amazing landscapes to birds, insects, and fungus, there’s loads to photograph at Coopers Rock State Park just east of Morgantown, WV.
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3 Tips for Instantly Successful Wildlife Photography

If you find yourself frustrated or struggling with wildlife photography these 3 tips will help you instantly find success!
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I Was Wrong, Teleconverters Are Useful Photography Tools

I admit it, I was wrong. Teleconverters are useful photography tools if used properly and paired with the right lens for wildlife and more.
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Happy To Support the Important Work of Jeremiah’s Place

At WDO Photography we’re happy to support the important work of Jeremiah’s Place and to participate in Helping Hands 2025
Thank you for reading the Pittsburgh Photography Blog by me, Don Orkoskey of WDO Photography! If you want more great stuff check out my other website Orkoskey.com or my social profiles at Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.