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 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.
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.
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.
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.
