Don Orkoskey Pittsburgh Photography Articles

I'm full time professional event and headshot photographer Don Orkoskey. Since 2007 I've owned WDO Photography. Additionally, I teach photography in partnership with a number of amazing organizations as well as offering my own group photography classes and individual photography lessons. I teach classes for both adults and children and lead free nature photography meetups each month. I also write a monthly newsletter full of great information and maintain a list of free photography resources and have a YouTube channel to help you learn photography.
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10 Reasons Why You Need A Headshot Right Now

I’m Pittsburgh portrait photographer Don Orkoskey and here are 10 reasons why you need a headshot right now
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Reach The Stars This December – Try Astrophotography

December is the perfect month to try astrophotography The cold dry air provides clearer views of the stars.
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Listen To Me on The Amazing Crossing It Off Podcast

Listen to me on the amazing Crossing It Off Podcast! I was interviewed about crossing Yosemite off of my photography bucket list.
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Discover Dramatic Nature Right Outside Your Door

Join me Dec. 18th as we discover dramatic nature right outside your door during my free monthly nature photography walk in Frick Park.
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The Most Amazing Online Photography Class For Teens

Sign up for the most amazing online photography class for teens with me, pro photographer Don Orkoskey on Dec 29th at 2pm EST. 11am PST
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Photography Terms You Should Know: Aperture

Pittsburgh photographer Don Orkoskey here with the first of my list of photography terms you should know. We’re starting with aperture!
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How To Lose Weight Quickly Before Getting Photos Taken

I’m Pittsburgh photographer Don Orkoskey and here is how to lose weight quickly before getting photos taken!
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Pittsburgh’s Best Free Urban Wildlife Walk – Nov. 19th

Join me, Pittsburgh photographer Don Orkoskey for the best free urban wildlife walk on Nov. 19th in Schenley Plaza.
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What Camera You’ll Want To Buy Now Or In 2023

I’m Pittsburgh photographer Don Orkoskey and here is how to choose what camera you’ll want to buy now or in 2023 for yourself or as a gift.
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Photography Terms You Should Know: Aperture Priority

I’m Pittsburgh photographer Don Orkoskey. Here is a photography term you should know: aperture priority, part of my giant list of photo terms.
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How To Overcome Your Photography Anxiety

I’m Pittsburgh photographer Don Orkoskey. Here is my advice on how to overcome your photography anxiety to end up with amazing photos.
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What You Need To Know Before Hiring An Event Photographer

I’m Pittsburgh photographer Don Orkoskey and I’m going to tell you exactly what you need to know before hiring an event photographer.
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.