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# Joe Gremillion

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://www.joephotos.art/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [June 2026](https://www.joephotos.art/2026/06/stream-june-2026/) - Scenic group hikes New SLO-themed shirt design Mixed media (photography + watercolors) bookmarks Local wildlife Natural scenery Playing with exposure (and fire) Studio portrait shoot See something you like? Learn about custom prints « May Photo stream July »
- [July 2026](https://www.joephotos.art/2026/07/stream-july-2026/) - aaaaa Fourth of July fireworks A hike along the ocean bluffs Sunset at Pismo Beach Pier Afternoon walk near Grover Beach, CA The State Parks department fights back against invasive ice plants Rocket launch over Shell Beach, CA Learning to paint bookmarks for sale A sunset in mid-July See something you like? Learn about custom
- [April 2026](https://www.joephotos.art/2026/04/stream-april-2026/) - This month I got to see some amazing sunsets over the ocean, launched some new products, end enjoyed spring weather. My infrared filter got plenty of use and I saw a friend's amazing exhibition: 365 self-portraits in a year, plus a little. Ask me about prints available for sale. Long-exposure waves at Pismo Beach in
- [March 2026](https://www.joephotos.art/2026/04/stream-march-2026/) - Montaña de Oro State Park Sunset and beach fires at Grover Beach Sticker promos Behind the scenes photo editing demo Low tide ripples at Pismo Beach Sunset walk at Oso Flaco Lake Hike at Pismo Preserve See something you like? Learn about custom prints « February Photo stream April »
- [February 2026](https://www.joephotos.art/2026/04/stream-february-2026/) - Clouds, waves, flowers, and glass: February was a great month for translucency and low-angle lighting. I began to explore textures and pushing RAW format further. I also experimented with photos on different media such as glass and different kinds of aluminum. Translucent waves with an outgoing wind Spring lupine at Pismo Preserve Editing textures with
- [May 2026](https://www.joephotos.art/2026/05/stream-may-2026/) - Photos and other images I've taken or created this month. Sunset at Morro Rock Aluminum photo prints as gifts May in Texas Seeking the best light and backdrops to photograph food Experimenting with sunset light at the beach Designs for new “kaleidoscope” stickers and magnets Additional kaleidoscope experiments, based on natural objects See something you
- [Sunsets](https://www.joephotos.art/2024/08/sunsets/)
- [New ebook: Lunar Smartphone Photography](https://www.joephotos.art/2025/07/new-ebook-lunar-smartphone-photography/) - I've released the first in a series of how-to guides on creative photography. Most astrophotography deals with issues of distance and exposure, but lunar photography has the added problem of contrast. In this guide I show you several actionable techniques for lunar photography with a smartphone. Inside Setting exposure for iPhone and Android phones Staying
- [Monochrome](https://www.joephotos.art/2024/09/monochrome/)
- [Astrophotography](https://www.joephotos.art/2024/08/astrophotography/)
- [Reflections](https://www.joephotos.art/2024/08/reflections/)
- [Details & Macro](https://www.joephotos.art/2024/08/details-and-macro/)
- [Light Effects](https://www.joephotos.art/2024/08/light-effects/)
- [Death Valley 2023](https://www.joephotos.art/2024/08/death-valley-2023/)
- [Mammoth Lakes 2023](https://www.joephotos.art/2024/08/mammoth-lakes-2023/)
- [Zion National Park, 2024](https://www.joephotos.art/2024/08/zion-national-park-2024/)
- [Tour du Mont Blanc, 2024](https://www.joephotos.art/2024/08/tour-du-mont-blanc-2024/)
- [Portraits](https://www.joephotos.art/2024/09/portraits/)
- [New photo prints for autumn 2025](https://www.joephotos.art/2025/09/new-photo-prints-for-autumn-2025/) - The way in which we present photos makes a difference in how they're perceived, which means I was keen to examine materials I use for photo prints. Comparing them helped me to simplify my products and help people choose what's the best fit for them. I had a popular landscape photo printed six times, each
- [New nature photos to decorate your walls](https://www.joephotos.art/2025/10/new-nature-photos-to-decorate-your-walls/) - I’ve added light and landscape to my collection: Stark sand dunes south of Oceano, CA “Jellyfish” clouds carried by the wind and illuminated by sunset at Pismo Beach, CA The rugged salt flats of Badwater Basin in Death Valley National Park A panorama of sunset over low-lying clouds at San Luis Obispo, CA The panorama
- [New classes at Fieldwork](https://www.joephotos.art/2025/11/new-classes-at-fieldwork/) - There's good news for those of you who want to learn how I shoot my photos — and even better, how you can. I'm starting to teach classes on smartphone photography at Fieldwork, a creative studio in Atascadero, CA. Photos courtesy Katie Bonn Fieldwork has regular figure drawing and open creative nights for a reasonable
- [Comparing aluminum prints](https://www.joephotos.art/2026/01/comparing-aluminum-prints/) - Brushed, “classic,” and ChromaLuxe are three types of aluminum photo prints with unique styles and options. To compare them, I ordered several from different sources: online at Canvas Discount and Gelato, and a local print shop called Arrow Photo. The first major difference was was price. I'll talk about that in a minute, When I
- [New ebook: Approachable Smartphone Macro Photography](https://www.joephotos.art/2025/09/new-ebook-approachable-smartphone-macro-photography/) - An amazing world lies at our fingertips. Everyday objects contain hidden textures and details that our eyes struggle to perceive. Anyone with a modern smartphone can explore this tiny world of fascinating details with macro photography. With this booklet you’ll learn: The world is dirtier and more interesting than you expect How to use translucency
- [How Do You Photograph a Subject Without Clutter?](https://www.joephotos.art/2025/08/how-do-you-photograph-a-subject-without-clutter/) - BettyAnn asked, “My scenario is to find the right focus to capture the object or item I want to shoot. I always seem to get the garbage can or the sign or a person in my photos.” Observation — learning to see what you’re looking at — is a critical skill for any visual field.
- [New eBook: See the Shot](https://www.joephotos.art/2025/08/new-ebook-see-the-shot/) - Sometimes taking smartphone photos is too easy. While our eyes see a subject, our phones see every bit of clutter we didn’t intend to capture. In this 17-page ebook I’ll show you practical techniques you can use today to improve your observation skills. Useful in most visual media, the examples here are all original photos
- [How Do You Photograph the Moon with a Smartphone?](https://www.joephotos.art/2025/07/how-do-you-photograph-the-moon-with-a-smartphone/) - From exposure to eclipses, learn different techniques for capturing the moon with a smartphone camera.

## Pages

- [Branding: Enjoy Being Human](https://www.joephotos.art/design-content/branding-enjoy-being-human/) - Sometimes creativity is less about using a specific tool, and more about thinking which tools fit the nature of the project. This came true in the story behind my brand design for Enjoy Being Human. The challenge When Ahmy Brock, LMFT, decided to help people beyond her New York-based business, she created a Skool.com community.
- [Design & Content](https://www.joephotos.art/design-content/) - Taxonomy & IA Wyndham Hotels Data visualization Tata Consultancy Services Logo design Enjoy Being Human Ad design Gallery at Marina Square Logo & branding Pen & Pier Logo & branding Weekend Hikers & Beyond Hiking stickers Freelance Photography ›
- [Hey hiker, do me a favor?](https://www.joephotos.art/wayfinder-hikes/) - Hello! When I asked for help on our recent Weekend Hikers & Beyond (WH&B) survey, you answered the call and gave me your email. Thanks for that — I need your help on a new project. I’m starting a paid business taking tourists on golden-hour hikes, during which we’ll talk about photo opportunities and techniques.
- [Photography](https://www.joephotos.art/photography/) - Nature Landscapes, sunsets, astrophotography People Head shots, candids, environmental, portraits
- [Wyndham: Building a unified taxonomy](https://www.joephotos.art/design-content/wyndham-building-a-unified-taxonomy/) - The Wyndham Hotels Taxonomy project began with a basic vision: anyone with access to their assets should be able to find their assets. To that end they hired TCS to create a universal taxonomy to organize their work. My role was to create a flexible system for tag management in their varying DAMs. Over ten
- [I Hike SLO Graphic Design](https://www.joephotos.art/design-content/i-hike-slo-graphic-design/) - The challenge While testing different ways to promote the great outdoors in San Luis Obispo County, I wanted to use my photos of scenic landmarks on 2" or 3" stickers. All of those photos are landscape, wider than tall, but at the time my print shop only printed square stickers. I didn't want to crop,
- [Data Visualization](https://www.joephotos.art/design-content/tcs-data-visualization/) - From 2018–2025 I worked for Tata Consultancy Service as a Content Strategist. My group's specialty was analyzing corporate content for migrations and upgrades. When moving, merging, or redesigning corporate websites, clients must decide which pieces to not transfer and how to restructure or reformat what remained. I developed a system for crawling sites and making
- [Branding: Weekend Hikers & Beyond](https://www.joephotos.art/design-content/brand-systems/) - The local hiking group Weekend Hikers & Beyond uses Meetup to promote its events, grow membership, and get RSVPs. But Meetup groups are diverse and overwhelming. Getting attention among the many other groups and events relied on word of mouth, SEO keywords, and luck. As one of the group leaders, I believed we could do
- [Branding: Pen & Pier](https://www.joephotos.art/design-content/branding-pen-pier/) - Pen & Pier is a fiction writing group that meets in person, but announces events through the chat program Discord. But announcements and reminders were easy to overlook among conversations. Tagging @everyone was obnoxious. How could we get attention, convey vital information, and not annoy people? To solve that: I created a series of graphics
- [Ad campaign: Ocean’s Edge](https://www.joephotos.art/design-content/ad-campaign-oceans-edge/) - In April 2026, the Gallery at Marina Bay hosted a month-long photography exhibition entitled “Ocean’s Edge.” This presented a design challenge: How do you make text and visuals work harmoniously? I started by identifying the key information people needed: what, why, when, and where. This seamlessly fit the gallery's goal of attracting people to the
- [Shop](https://www.joephotos.art/shop/) - You can find my photos for sale online, at Making SLO, and at the Gallery at Marina Square. Swag and Merch at Redbubble Shirts, mugs, stickers, magnets, tote bags, pillows, and more. Shop Swag & merch Durable prints at Etsy Purchase prints, mugs, stickers, and other print-on-demand products on my Etsy store. Shop Stickers &
- [Photo Stream](https://www.joephotos.art/photo-stream/) - The Photo Stream is a collection of images I capture or create over time. Just a glimpse into the work I do. July 2026 June 2026 May 2026 April 2026 March 2026 February 2026
- [Custom prints](https://www.joephotos.art/shop/custom-prints/) - Many of the photos featured on this site are available for sale different sizes and materials including: Glossy, satin, and matte paper High-gloss and satin ChromaLuxe aluminum Lightweight canvas Sizes range from: 4x6" — cards, postcards 5x7" — suitable for desktops, and table tops 8x10" — full-size portraits, frame-ready wall hangings 12x18" — wall hangings
- [Landscape and Nature Photography](https://www.joephotos.art/photography/landscape-and-nature-photography/) - Learn photography Buy prints
- [Contact](https://www.joephotos.art/contact/) - Email me at noonskyblue@pm.me. Find me on Instagram at @jbgremillion and Bluesky at @jbgremillion.bsky.social
- [Roost Stand for laptops](https://www.joephotos.art/roost/) - Sturdy yet lightweight. Adjustable height. Collapses for easy carry. The Roost laptop stand helps me keep my posture upright and keeps my laptop's camera at eye level for calls. Check it out at Amazon Want to see more cool gear I use? Check out my toolbox. Toolbox
- [Toolbox](https://www.joephotos.art/toolbox/) - iPhone lenses. Stands and tripods. Lights and filters. Apps and editors. Coming soon.
- [Learn to Get Great Smartphone Photos](https://www.joephotos.art/learn/) - Photography ebooks Do you have a specific photography question? If not, what would you like to learn? People who ask questions on which I can elaborate get a free copy of the ebook that their answer inspires. Ask a question Learning in the studio I've begun teaching photography classes at Fieldwork, a creative studio in
- [About Joe](https://www.joephotos.art/about-joe/) - Joe Gremillion is a photographer based in San Luis Obispo County, California, who enjoys shooting landscapes and scenery as he travels. When he’s not shooting photos, you can find him leading hikes with SLO Weekend Hikers and organizing events with Pen & Pier. Get in touch or ask about photo prints.
- [Articles](https://www.joephotos.art/articles/)

## Robo Gallery

- [Portraits](https://www.joephotos.art/gallery/portraits/)
- [Home March 2026](https://www.joephotos.art/gallery/home-march-2026/)
- [Set 1](https://www.joephotos.art/gallery/set-1/)
- [Reflections](https://www.joephotos.art/gallery/reflections/)
- [Monochrome](https://www.joephotos.art/gallery/monochrome/)
- [Light Effects](https://www.joephotos.art/gallery/light-effects/)
- [Details & Macro](https://www.joephotos.art/gallery/details-macro/)
- [Astrophotography](https://www.joephotos.art/gallery/astrophotography/)
- [Sunsets, sunrises](https://www.joephotos.art/gallery/sunsets-sunrises/)
- [Overview](https://www.joephotos.art/gallery/overview/)
- [Geneva, 2024](https://www.joephotos.art/gallery/geneva-2024/)
- [Death Valley National Park, 2023](https://www.joephotos.art/gallery/death-valley-national-park-2023/)
- [Zion National Park, 2024](https://www.joephotos.art/gallery/zion-national-park-2024/)
- [Tour du Mont Blanc, 2024](https://www.joephotos.art/gallery/209-2/)
- [Mammoth Lakes, 2023](https://www.joephotos.art/gallery/mammoth-lakes-2023/)

## Categories

- [Themes](https://www.joephotos.art/category/themes/)
- [Trips](https://www.joephotos.art/category/trips/)
- [News](https://www.joephotos.art/category/news/)
- [Q&A](https://www.joephotos.art/category/qa/)
- [Photo Stream](https://www.joephotos.art/category/photo-stream/)