Lightning Flash From Above

 My friend Caddo created this amazing pdf booklet detailing one of my adventures, and I want it to speak for itself.

Check it out and let me know if you think I should turn this into a children's book.

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Timeless Wishes for the Season

 May your holidays be filled with light, peace, and a bit of travel magic — whether in memories, dreams, or future adventures.

I have to admit: I wasn’t too sure about seeing David — I mean, it’s “just a statue,” right? But holy cow… when you walk into the Tribune at the Accademia Gallery in Florence, David demands your attention. The magnitude, the precision, the lighting — the whole experience grabs you. It all captured my curiosity and amazement, and that feeling has stayed with me. I figured it was worth sharing with you, with just a little holiday — and AI — pizazz.

Thank you for being part of the Dosko Photo community. Here’s to 2026 — may it bring us more wonder, more stories, and more beauty.

With gratitude and warmth,

Dustin Doskocil

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Rediscovering the Magic of Double and Long Exposures

Lately, I’ve been falling back in love with the creative side of photography—specifically, experimenting with double exposures and long exposures to tell a story. These were techniques I first learned in my Photography 101 class, but somewhere along the way—amid the push for crisp, high-resolution images and perfectly lit advertising shots—I let them slip out of my routine.

Over the past few months, though, I’ve been revisiting those early lessons. I’ve started incorporating long and double exposures into my shoots again, testing their limits and trying to figure out when they truly work—and, just as importantly, how to perfect them.

My first real experiment was with capturing the movement of water. I packed up my tripod, grabbed my 8-stop ND filter, and headed out to a local creek in early spring, when the meltwater was rushing and alive. The sound of the current was deafening, the light was harsh, and it felt like the perfect setting to slow time down.

With my shutter speed set around 20 to 30 seconds, I started getting exactly the kind of movement I was hoping for—the water smoothed out into elegant, ghostly ribbons, while the rocks and branches stayed tack-sharp. Watching those long exposures render time into texture reminded me why I fell in love with photography in the first place.

Then I brought Julia into the studio for some yoga poses that I could overlay into nature shots. This particular image ended up being a triple exposure, shot entirely in-camera. Combining calm, meditative movement with organic outdoor textures created something that felt both grounded and ethereal—almost like a visual poem.

A few weeks later, I was photographing an event featuring the Skyline Drumline, and I wanted to capture the intensity of their performance. My first few shots, taken at 1/160 of a second, were fine—technically clean—but they lacked the energy and charisma these performers were radiating. So I slowed my shutter down to 1/13 of a second, kept my flash on TTL, and started zooming in and out while clicking the shutter. The result? Images that were alive with motion and rhythm—far more visually stimulating than the static shots I’d started with.

Lately, I’ve also been enjoying in-camera double exposures for portraits, layering faces with natural textures, patterns, and light to tell deeper stories about my subjects. And for something a little different, I even tried it while kayak fishing with friends for an upcoming travel story—experimenting with reflections, water ripples, and candid moments to see how the technique translates outside the studio.

All of this experimentation has reminded me that photography doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful. Sometimes the magic happens in the blur—the movement, the overlap, the imperfections that make an image feel alive. These techniques aren’t just about exposure; they’re about expression. And for me, that’s what makes picking up a camera so endlessly rewarding.

I hope you enjoyed this post.

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Thanks!

Dustin

Winter Portfolio 2025

Winter is Coming

As the last aspen leaves fall and my early morning hikes call for an extra layer, I always catch myself thinking about the things I didn’t get to over the past two seasons. But then my mind shifts—to the beauty that’s just around the corner. The soft light. The quiet snowfall. The next round of adventures waiting to be photographed. Suddenly, the sadness of fleeting summer fades away.

Last year, I took my winter game up a notch and bought a splitboard. It’s been a game-changer—letting me move faster and farther than snowshoes ever could. It’s not only an incredible workout, but it’s also opened the door to new backcountry assignments and a deeper love for shooting in the cold.

Winter might still be a few weeks off, but as you start to see that first shimmer of ice forming on your local lakes, think of me—and the kind of imagery you or your company might want to create this season.

Keep scrolling to see my favorite shots from the past few years. 

Cheers!

Dustin Doskocil

 

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Professional Portraits - How to Prepare

 For some, having their professional portrait can be intimidating so I have put together a list of things that you can do to put your best foot forward.  

1. Wear solid colors that align with your industry's dress code and that fit you well. Neutral  colors often turn out best. 

2. Feel free to bring additional outfits and layers like a vest or sweater as options. 

3. Make sure your outfit is free of wrinkles.

4. Get a haircut and trim in advance.

5. Shave your face or trim facial hair.

6. Brush your hair and do your makeup before the shoot.

7. Shiny makeup is popular right now but often doesn't look great when lighting is applied. Use natural shades in satin or matt. Avoid powder base and instead use a liquid base. Also, less is more. 

7. Get enough sleep and stay hydrated.

8. Focus on having a confident and approachable smile.

9. Be honest about your likes and dislikes or if you are worried about something in the images.