Vallerret Articles

5 tips for shooting stunning photos in the rain

September 23, 2020

We know finding motivation can be hard but this year, challenge yourself: When the clouds roll in and the rain starts to fall, grab your camera and some rain gear and enjoy the oddly satisfying joys of shooting in the rain. Here are our best tips for getting amazing shots in the rain.

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6 Tips for Photographing Autumn Colours

September 16, 2020

Autumn is here and the peak leaf colour will only last for so long. Have you started preparing for autumn photography? Here are our top tips for awesome Autumn foliage photography.

5 Tips to keep motivated with your photography during Covid-19

September 09, 2020

Feeling a bit lost and unmotivated in light of the current pandemic? You're not alone. The good news is as photographers, we are well trained to adapt and work with unforeseen circumstances. If you're feeling a bit lacklustre in your photography, here are 5 tips to help you feed your creativity during lockdown.

Winter Photography Packing List - WINTER 2021

September 03, 2020 3 Comments

From years of living and thriving in cold places from Alaska to Norway, we have perfected our winter packing list to include everything you need to be warm and have a great shoot without packing up the entire house plus the kitchen sink in your bag (trust us, we’ve been there too.) Here is our go-to winter photography packing list.

5 things you should know before your first wildlife photography trip

August 19, 2020

Like most types of photography, Wildlife Photography is a lot easier than it looks but with a few tips, any photographer can venture into this exciting field. Vallerret Team Shooter Simon Markhof shares his top tips to help you nail your first wildlife photography shoot.

Winter Presets: Simon Markhof's Iceland Collection

May 01, 2020

Bored in quarantine? We've been there. Why not revisit those old photos in Lightroom you've been meaning to get to? Even better, how about some carefully crafted presets from Vallerret Team Shooter Simon Markhof? Boom! Quarantine just got so much better.

Remembering Earth Day in the time of Pandemic

April 22, 2020

Earth Day will celebrate it's 50th year on Wednesday, April 22 amongst one the deadliest pandemics in modern times. How is Covid-19 impacting the climate crisis and how can we keep our environmental focus as we work to contain the virus?

Photoshop Overlays 101: How to Add Snow To Your Photos

April 07, 2020 2 Comments

While Lightroom gets the glory as the software of choice for photographers, Photoshop certainly still holds its own, performing tasks that can only be done in Photoshop. One advantage Photoshop has over Lightroom is the ability to add in an overlay which is an easy way to add whimsical elements to your image such as snow, light rays, leaves, etc.

How to make money as a photography during Covid-19

How to survive as a photographer through Covid-19 when all your gigs get cancelled

March 27, 2020

Photographers and small businesses are especially vulnerable during the world health crisis we are navigating and many photographers who rely on travel and workshops are struggling to make ends meet. If you've suddenly found yourself without work, you're not alone. It's time to get creative! Here are our tips to making money when your gigs get cancelled.

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A Message Regarding Covid-19

March 18, 2020

A message to our community regarding Covid-19. We will include all the updates here.

12 Women Photographers You Should Be Following in 2020

March 10, 2020 1 Comment

Landscape and Nature Photography are heavily male-dominated industries but these women are trying to change that. Check out these rad photographers you should keep an eye on in 2020!

Norway's Best Photography Locations

March 05, 2020

Norway has no shortage of perfect photo spots. The hardest part of your trip will surely be deciding where to go! Check out our top recommendations including our custom Norway photography map.

5 tips for photographing your pets in the snow

February 27, 2020

Energetic, unpredictable and rambunctious, pets can be a handful to photograph in the snow but with a little patience and perseverance, you too can be well on your way to capturing perfect portraits of your furry friends. Here are our best tips and tricks for photographing your pets in the snow!

How to Shoot a Winter Panorama

February 20, 2020 2 Comments

In this article, we are going to look at some easy steps to get you started capturing some glorious panoramic images. With a camera and access to a bit of software anyone can shoot a panorama, yet, despite how easy it is now, it can still be a little daunting to tackle this technique for the first time.

Wildlife Photography Tips for Beginners

February 12, 2020

Wildlife photography can be an intimidating field to break into for any photographers. While the gear list and exotic animals may make this type of photography prohibitive, getting started is actually easier than you'd think! Here are our best tips for beginner wildlife photographers.

The Complete Guide to Photographing Ice in Greenland

February 05, 2020

Ice, ice, baby! Despite its name, Greenland is not even close to being green, especially in the winter when the country is largely covered in ice. In fact, 80% of its landmass is covered by the world’s second-largest ice sheet. Greenland is the place to go to photograph ice. There is not a day go by that you won’t encounter it in one of its forms, and the sheer scale of it is something you have to see to believe.

Interview with Young Wildlife Photographer Sam Swartley

January 21, 2020

We've been following the work of Pennsylvania-based young photographer Sam Swartley for a while now and he was kind enough to give us a glimpse into his photography world. Read on to see what it's like to be a young photographer breaking into the scene.

Introducing the Power Stretch Pro Liner with Touch

January 15, 2020

We've been working on something special behind the scenes! Introducing the Polartec Power Stretch Pro. A thin, durable and warm liner glove that fits nicely under all of our photography gloves. We were recently introduced to the Polartec Power Stretch Pro, a revolutionary fabric from Polartec and we were so impressed with the fabric we couldn’t wait to add it to our lineup. Polartec® Power Stretch® Pro™

The Goddess of Winter in the Shape of a Photography Glove

January 15, 2020

How do you create a perfect photography glove? Combine the Norse Goddess of Winter, a loveable German filmmaker, and a whole lot of thought and planning. We're so excited to bring the updated Skadi PSP Mitt into our lineup this year but this one is more than just a glove for us. It's an embodiment of everything we're about: making gloves that keep our fellow winter lovers out in the elements even longer.

4 Reasons why you should add a drone to your photography kit

January 08, 2020 4 Comments

Drones are one of the great inventions in the camera gear segment of the last decade has hit the consumer market. They offer plenty of opportunities to step up your photography game. Here are some reasons, why you should consider adding a drone to your photography gear.

Vallerret Photography Gloves Decade in Review

A Decade in Review

December 27, 2019

A lot can happen in 10 years! As we close the chapter on the decade, we take a look back through some of the best photography trends of the 2010's.

The Story behind The Markhof Pro Model 2.0

December 18, 2019

How to improve our number one crowd favorite? At Vallerret, there’s always a way! The Markhof Pro glove has been with us since our second glove production and not long after being on the market, it became our #1 customer favourite. It's back this season a fresh look and subtle improvements.

A photography journey through the Isle of Skye, Scotland

December 12, 2019

Vallerret collaborator Peter Elliot takes a photographic journey through the Isle of Skye, Scotland. Like any good Scottish adventure, this trip featured impressive peaks, icy blue lakes and of course, the famously fickle Scottish weather. Check it out!

You need warmth? We’ve got it! The story behind the Ipsoot

December 09, 2019

The people want warmth? We'll give them warmth. Our Ipsoot is back this year as our heavy duty winter glove, built to withstand the elements on the coldest winter days. This glove was inspired by our Canadian team shooter, Todd Easterbrook who spends his winters as a professional snowboard photographer.

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Unisex Size Guide		XS	S	M	L	XL	XXL
Hand Girth	cm	18 - 20	20 - 21	21 - 22	22 - 23	23 - 25	25-28
Hand Girth	inch	7.1 - 7.9	7.9 - 8.3	8.3 - 8.7	8.7 - 9.1	9.1 - 9.8	9.8-11.0
Hand Length	cm	16.0 - 17.5	17.5 - 18.5	18.0 - 19.0	19.0 - 20.0	20.5 - 22.0	22-24.0
Hand Length	inch	6.3 - 6.9	6.9 - 7.2	7.1 - 7.5	7.5 - 7.9	8.1 - 8.7	8.7-9.4
EU Size Equivalent		EU 7.5	EU 8	EU 8.5	EU 9	EU 10	EU 11
Unisex Glove Models: Markhof Pro 2.0 \| Skadi Zipper Mitt \| Ipsoot \| Alta Over-Mitt \| Merino Liner Touch \| Primaloft/Merino Liner \| Urbex \| Powerstretch Pro Liners

Female Size Guide*		XS	S	M	L	XL
Hand Girth	cm	16.0 - 17.5	17.5 - 18.8	18.5 - 20.0	20.0 - 21.5	-
Hand Girth	inch	6.3 - 6.9	6.9 - 7.4	7.2 - 7.9	7.9 - 8.5	-
Hand Length	cm	15.5 - 16.5	16.3 - 17.2	17.0 - 18.5	19.0 - 20.0	-
Hand Length	inch	6.1 - 6.5	6.4 - 6.8	6.7 - 7.3	7.5 - 7.9	-
EU Size Equivalent		EU 6	EU 7	EU 8	EU 9	-
*This size guide is specific only to W's Nordic Photography Glove