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Thoughts | Photo Archives

Being in-between jobs has its advantages, and for me, it has been the chance to sift through my vast collection of old photographs. It is remarkable how many pictures remain stored in my digital backups, each one a time capsule of cherished memories. However, I regret having an album of wedding photos that I was never paid for back...

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...

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