Navigating Lockdowns: Personal Reflections on Lost Opportunities

Life during pandemic times: A tumultuous blend of constant travel, vanishing job offers, and precariously teetering freelance work. But wait, it’s not all gloom! Sprinkle in a chaos-induced family reunion after 40 years, the stressful soothing of a stressed mum in isolation, and a stubbornly elusive passport from Namibia. Who says variety is dead?...

A small building sitting on the edge of a salt pan in Walvis Bay, Namibia

Travel | Walvis Bay Salt Pans

Prepare to swap reality for the realm of the unknown as you explore the cosmic vistas of Walvis Bay's Salt Works. Think alien landscapes, balletic birds, and a backdrop that smells a bit like sulphur. It's a mix of sci-fi fantasy and a salt shaker's dream, complete with the unsung symphony of industrial toil. Don't be fooled, behind the...

A portrait of a very kind African gentleman in Swakopmund, Namibia. His name is Lucas.

Travel | Thank You, Lucas

In an unexpected twist of events in Swakopmund, Breakdown-turned-brunch at a gem of a coffee shop brought out the cheesecake lover in my partner, while I found solace in a fancy French breakfast. Navigating a pay-to-pee nightmare led to an impromptu photoshoot with friendly staff. Moral of the story? Bathroom troubles can sprout creativity, and always carry coins for...

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Trusted for impactful graphic design and IT skills, especially in print, packaging, and flexographic design, I'm available to engage in selective freelance assignments over weekends and after hours while on retainer. I'm not just open for CMS support and training, but also eager to delve into new avenues. Connect, collaborate, and discover more at dXine.art. No Tier or Crypto...

A red safari tent nestled on the hills of Wild Lubanzi in the Eastern Cape with seating and ground anchorage from a wall and seating built with large boulders.

Amazing Adventures: A Story of Volunteering in South Africa

When life gives you grounded flights, you turn it into a DIY-adventure at a backpacker's lodge in East London. Between wrestling with feisty toilet brushes and sipping seaside wines, we built lasting connections, grasping breadmaking, fresh seafood-cooking, and coding between sunshine bathings. Lessons in volunteering? Personal growth and lifelong friendships beat posh vacations. Travel smart, stay safe, and when...

Digital art of a dark blue cottage with a Christmas wreath on the door, surrounded by orange evergreen trees and a starry winter sky.

The Fascinating Origin Story of the Christmas Wreath

From their evolution as punk rock-style hairdos for evergreens to wheel-like accessories gone independent, the journey of Christmas trees and wreaths surely has been a ride. Starting in Europe, they now serve the holiday spirit as globally recognized emblems of tradition, representing an intoxicating mix of old-world practices and modern interpretations....

Model posing elegantly during a professional photoshoot, highlighting the precision of lighting and camera setup

Unravel the difference between Professional and Amateur Photoshoots

Welcome to the world of photoshoots, where 'clicks' become 'coins' and pigeons photobombing are all part of the fun! With the 'Trade for Portfolio' barter system, amateurs get their shot at the limelight, professionals step it up with contract-heavy carnival-of-commerce shoots, and conceptual artists paint dreams with their pixels. In post-production, photoshoots become stories, and, with a sprinkle of Skylum Luminar...

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