Olympus E-M1 Mk II, 1/120sec @f/4, ISO 400, no filters, 104mm The more I photograph, the more I realize that the greatest difference between a successful image and all the others is the elimination of everything that isn’t necessary. It’s more than just simplifying the composition, it’s a sense that every element in the frame is contributing to a unified…
One of the most challenging aspects of landscape photography are the variables that luck and chance play in your eventual experience. We can plan, prepare, and hope for ideal conditions on any outing, yet nothing is guaranteed. This variability can be disorienting for some, especially when there are strong expectations for some imagined ideal. We’d like blue skies with clouds,…
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…
“The key is to keep company only with people who uplift you, whose presence calls forth your best.” — Epictetus
Olympus E-M1, f/8@ 1/60 sec, ISO 400, 24mm, no filters It’s always exciting when I discover a new perspective or way to photograph a familiar location. Just when I think I’ve exhausted all possibilities, I’m reminded of the endless potential available when you allow your self to remain curious and nonjudgmental. Such is the case with this image, which can…