Why it Isn't Cool to ask or expect Speculative or Free Work from Creatives

Creatives, whether they are photographers or designers, are often asked to work for free or for “exposure.” This is disrespectful to their profession and time. Like any other career, creative professionals have living expenses, software licenses, and equipment to maintain, service, and update. They also need to spend time and money on skill development and software licenses. Asking for...

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...

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...

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