Photography Blog & Technical Insights

Tutorials, Field Notes & Visual Experiments

Welcome to my blog… a space where I share in-depth photography tutorials, behind-the-scenes field guides, and personal reflections on the craft. From planning wide-field astrophotography shoots and capturing celestial events like supermoons and meteor showers, to exploring post-processing techniques, archival photo restoration, and the evolving role of AI in creative workflows, you’ll find practical guides and visual case studies here.

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Supermoon Photography in Qatar: Best Doha Locations & Guide

Learn how to shoot the supermoon from Qatar with this comprehensive guide. I share proven locations across the Qatari desert—from Zekreet Peninsula to Khor Al Adaid—plus PhotoPills settings, optimal azimuth angles, and technical tips for capturing the moon rising over Doha's skyline or the endless sand. Perfect for every supermoon event, year after year.

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How to find the Milky Way with a Smartphone… right here in Qatar.

Want to photograph the Milky Way with your smartphone in Qatar? This tutorial uses PhotoPills to reveal exactly when and where to go—from Doha's light-polluted skyline to the dark deserts of Zekreet and Khor Al Adaid. Learn the timings, the coordinates, and the best months to capture the galactic core over the Qatari desert. No telescope. Just your phone and a clear night.

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How to Plan Supermoon Photography in Qatar: A Case Study

How does a professional photographer plan a supermoon shoot in Qatar? This case study reveals my entire process from PhotoPills calculations to scouting locations across Doha's desert. While the specific event is historical, the methodology is timeless. Perfect for photographers who want to understand the planning behind the shot. For current supermoon locations, check my updated guide.

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How-to do GTA V Style Post-Processing

Want to give your photos that unmistakable GTA V poster style? This step-by-step post-processing tutorial reveals exactly how to achieve the illustrative look using Lightroom and Photoshop. Perfect for portraits and cityscapes—including Doha's stunning urban architecture. Learn the color grading, contrast adjustments, and sharpening techniques that transform ordinary images into game-art masterpieces. No expensive gear required. Just your camera, a RAW file, and this guide.

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