Can you weigh in on all of the hoopla on mirrorless cameras from a creative standpoint? In other words, will converting to mirrorless help a photographer improve their skills and creativity? While we regularly see small incremental improvements in camera technology all the time, every once in a while there are advances that change our perceptions of the tools and…
A recent discussion I had with a friend brought into sharp focus some of the things I’ve been thinking about recently. Specifically, the way technology is fundamentally changing everything about how we make and share images. It’s also having a dramatic impact on our perceptions, sending many of us into denial. Let me elaborate. My friend and I were out…
One of the things I’ve heard over and over again from many of you is that you really enjoy the info and resources I share on creativity and personal growth in general. There’s lots of information out there on the technical aspects of photography, including gear, software, and technique, but much less when it comes to the creative challenges we…
I’ve been taking some time off from writing and photography in general to spend more time on other projects and also recharge my creative potential. This is something I’ve learned to do over the years, and it’s immensely helpful when things feel stale. I’m also speeding more time with my family, especially my kids, which are my most important priority…
Olympus E-M1 Mk II, 24mm I’m finally back home after two weeks in Utah leading two consecutive workshops with an amazing group of human beings. That explains in part why I haven’t been writing much here recently. Workshops are highly immersive for me, and so I basically block out everything else that isn’t directly related to the students and the…