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: When Imperfection Becomes the Point
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 Power of Empty
Discover the transformative power of negative space in photography. Dive into the art and science behind this often-overlooked technique and learn how it can enhance composition, evoke emotion, and elevate storytelling in your images.
How to Create Bokeh in Photography: A Guide for Beginners
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.
Double Exposure Photography: A Creative Invitation
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.
Creative Framing in Photography: A Playful Shift in Perspective
Learn how framing can add layers, structure, and story to your photography—and shift how you see the world through your lens.
