Pittsburgh Photography Blog

Featured image for “Join Pittsburgh’s Free April Nature Photography Adventure”

Join Pittsburgh’s Free April Nature Photography Adventure

Join Pittsburgh’s free April nature photography adventure with me, Pittsburgh nature photographer Don Orkoskey of WDO Photography.
Featured image for “The Best Event Photography Cameras By Nikon”

The Best Event Photography Cameras By Nikon

Pittsburgh event photographer Don Orkoskey talks about the best event photographer cameras from Nikon for covering corporate events and more.
Featured image for “How To Use Back Button Focus For Fantastic Photos”

How To Use Back Button Focus For Fantastic Photos

Learn how to use back button focus for fantastic photos of all subjects but especially moving subjects.
Featured image for “Your Headshot Discount To Honor Women’s History Month 2023”

Your Headshot Discount To Honor Women’s History Month 2023

To call attention to the persistent gender pay gap, I am once again offering you my headshot discount to honor Women’s History Month in 2023.
Featured image for “5 Amazing Tricks To Using A Selfie For Headshots”

5 Amazing Tricks To Using A Selfie For Headshots

Here are 5 amazing tricks to using a selfie for a headshot from me, your favorite photography teacher Don Orkoskey of WDO Photography.
Featured image for “Discover the remarkable world of macro photography”

Discover the remarkable world of macro photography

Discover the remarkable world of macro photography with Pittsburgh photographer Don Orkoskey in January at the Pittsburgh Botanic Garden.
Featured image for “Listen To Me on The Amazing Crossing It Off Podcast”

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.
Featured image for “The Most Amazing Online Photography Class For Teens”

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
Featured image for “Pittsburgh’s Best Free Urban Wildlife Walk – Nov. 19th”

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.
Featured image for “What Camera You’ll Want To Buy Now Or In 2023”

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.
Featured image for “Fun And Free Pittsburgh Photography Walk In Frick”

Fun And Free Pittsburgh Photography Walk In Frick

Join me, pro photographer Don Orkoskey, on my monthly fun and free nature photography walk in Frick Park on Oct. 23rd
Featured image for “The Most Popular Photography Topics in 2022”

The Most Popular Photography Topics in 2022

I’m Pittsburgh photographer Don Orkoskey and here are the most popular photography topics in 2022 according to Google Trends.
Read articles that mention digital photography from me, pro photographer and teacher Don Orkoskey, of WDO Photography.  You can read all of my articles on this topic and much more on my blog.I’ve been photographing events and people around Pittsburgh for more than 25 years. I’m a Pittsburgh photographer through-and-through. My commercialeventportrait, and family photography work is loved and well respected. I would love to meet you and talk about how you want the world to see you. Your portrait is an important part of how people get to know you before you ever meet. From social media profile photos to your website or even billboards advertising your business, you need a portrait that tells the story of you.See examples of my work here.I’m the owner of WDO Photography, professional photographer and photography teacher Don Orkoskey. I love teaching and have done so for more than 15 years. If you are looking for a formal photography class either in person or online please see my full list of classes. I also happily offer private photography lessons and online classes. Please enjoy these photography guides as a way to help you improve your photography skills either before or after taking a class from me.Since 2007 I’ve taught people just like you how to create photos you love. From learning how your camera works to advanced lighting or editing techniques, if you want to learn photography then you’re in the right place. I teach classes to all ages from kids and teens to adults. Let me help you improve your photography. When it comes to improving your photography trust me to help you been more confident, less frustrated, and to see results that you’ll love!See a full list of current photography classes here.Contact me today to discuss any questions or to find out more about my classes.
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.