Art should be an effortless thing that sweeps you up rather than leaving you in awe of technical aspects. Here are my thoughts on achieving effortless...
Archive - March 2024
Lessons from Old Gear
There is a lot to be learned from old cameras—lessons that we risk losing. Maybe it’s time to dust off those antiques to see what they can teach us.
Taking Light and Making Lemonade
When you don’t like the lighting or the conditions in which you have to photograph, what is the solution? Find a way to turn your lemons into lemonade!
The Best Camera is the Camera that Works with You
It isn't always easy to choose a camera that doesn't hinder you in any way. Let me show you some of the things to think about as you pick out a new...
Printing by Feel
What are the best papers and printing techniques for your images? There isn’t an objective answer...
Is Photography Dying?
Is photography dying as an art form? I don’t think so, and here are my arguments against the idea that photography is in its waning years.
Bragging Rights
We sometimes fall into the trap of doing things the hard way just to say that we did. But, viewers rarely get to hear the story of an image’s creation.
Photography for Yourself
Are you truly photographing the things you love, or are you unknowingly letting trends guide you? Here are some thoughts to help you find out!
Finding Time or Making Time?
Accomplishing the things we want to do isn’t so much about finding time, but about making time. Here are my thoughts on why this mindset is important.
Photography Every Day
Daily photography is a good habit to form if you can make time for it! It keeps us sharp and increases the odds of making something fantastic.
Objectives Define Everything
Sometimes our objectives limit what we can do—and they may limit our mental capacity to accept change. Going in with an open mind is always the better...
Personal Expression
How does one create unique art in an age when everything has already been photographed? By taking the subject material and making it personal.