Notes from my studio
Notes on photography, light, and the creative life. Technique mixed with honest reflection — and the occasional reminder that getting stuck is part of the process, not a sign that you should stop.
The Lensbaby Optic Swap System
I still remember the first time I picked up a Composer Pro. Something in me relaxed. The pressure I had been carrying — to be sharp, to be correct, to get it right — just lifted. I stopped trying to control the image and started making it instead.
That shift didn't come from a technique or a tutorial. It came from a lens that made perfection beside the point.
The Beauty of Bokeh
Delve into the world of creative composition and the fascinating shapes that bokeh can take, from soft rounds to out-of-center wonders with lenses like Lensbaby. Learn the art of playing with light, whether it's capturing a subject bathed in sunlight against a darker backdrop or skillfully shooting into the sun during the golden hour.
The Magic of Prism Photography
Discover how prisms can add magic to your photography through light, color, and reflection. This guide shares tips, inspiration, and my creative journey using OMNI filters.
Double Exposure Photography
A creative, beginner-friendly guide to double exposure photography—why it’s powerful, how to start, and how it helped me rediscover play and emotion in my work.
Develop With Light
Discover the story behind Develop With Light, a creative workshop for photographers who want to explore, play, and find their unique voice through the art of seeing.
Creative Framing in Photography
Learn how framing can add layers, structure, and story to your photography—and shift how you see the world through your lens.
Color and Emotion
Color is one of the most emotional tools in photography. Here's how I use it to express joy, energy, calm—and everything in between.
Before OMNI: How a Shard of Green Glass Changed My Photography
A quiet moment with my daughter, a forgotten piece of green glass, and a flash of unexpected light—this was the day I unknowingly stepped into the creative direction that still shapes my photography today.
