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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.
Lensbaby Spark 2.0 versus the Composer Pro: Are Both Worth Buying?
Curious about the difference between the Lensbaby Spark 2.0 and the Composer Pro? In this post, I share how these two creative tools feel in use—and how each invites a different kind of artistic freedom.
Discovering the Velvet 28: A Photo Walk with Lensbaby’s Dreamiest Lens
Curious about the Lensbaby Velvet 28? I took it on a photo walk through Venice Beach to explore its glow, softness, and cinematic rendering—here’s what I discovered.
Lensbaby Lens Hacks Series Part 2: OMNI Flare Expansion Pack
In Part 2 of the Lensbaby Lens Hacks series, we dive into the OMNI Flare Expansion Pack—a set of expressive wands designed to catch, bend, and explode light in unexpected ways. Learn what each tool does, how I use them in real shoots, and which wand might become your new favorite.
Lensbaby Hacks Part 1: 3 Easy Ways to Use Your OMNI Filters
Curious about Lensbaby’s OMNI Filters but unsure how to start? In Part 1 of the Lensbaby Lens Hacks series, I share three simple, creative ways to use these tools—whether you prefer handheld play or magnetic precision. Learn how to create light leaks, reflections, and dreamy streaks using intuitive techniques you can build on as your style evolves.
What Travel Taught Me About Growing as a Photographer
What helps us grow as photographers? These five creative lessons—drawn from a trip that challenged me in the best ways—still shape how I work, shoot, and show up with my camera today.
How to Capture Emotion
I tend to cry over the little things. Like about saying good bye to friends or about the fact that time has passed. Last month my daughter and I spent a few weeks in Germany. On our very last night we both were overcome by a sudden sadness. Our hearts felt so heavy because we had to say good bye to our German life for at least another year.
How to Stay Creatively Inspired (Even When Life Gets Busy)
Inspiration doesn’t always show up when life is busy. Here are five simple, powerful ways I return to creativity—even in the chaos.
Photography Didn’t Heal Me—But It Helped Me Come Back to Life
I never expected photography to be part of my healing—but it was. This post reflects on how making images helped me process emotions I couldn’t yet name and became a quiet companion on my journey back to myself.