Education is an investment, and like any investment, it should be approached with thorough research and careful planning. Unfortunately, many schools, training programs, and workshops are more interested in taking your money than ensuring you…
Stanley teaches lighting with the YWAM School of Photography in Kona, Hawaii. Photo by Dennis Fahringer In any field, from teaching to storytelling, mastery separates the good from the great. A master of their craft…
Why This Belongs on My Blog At first glance, this topic may seem unrelated to my usual focus on storytelling, photography, and branding. But in reality, it’s deeply connected. Storytelling isn’t just about capturing moments—it’s…
Adobe Lightroom is a powerful tool for photographers, but getting it set up correctly can save you countless hours. This guide will walk you through the key decisions you must make when installing and organizing…
Discovering and living out your purpose is one of the most rewarding journeys in life. But for many, this takes time—often years—before they can fully execute their mission while covering financial responsibilities. The tension between…
Savoring a well-earned macchiato break with James Dockery in Kosovo, recharging after long days of shooting, editing, and teaching at our video storytellers workshop. The craft and care that went into this cup matched the…
A friend sent me a link to a photographer traveling the country, capturing images with a twin-lens reflex camera on film. It got me thinking about why photographers choose specific tools and how those choices…
In today’s digital world, making connections quickly and efficiently is essential—especially for photographers and creatives like me. I recently invested in a Dot business card, specifically the metal version. While I still carry a few…
The last presentation was the tables being turned. Billy Weeks was interviewed by Alexis McMurtry, a senior Communication major at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, with minors in Psychology and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality…
Two Assignments, One Mission As a visual storyteller, every assignment presents an opportunity to connect people to the stories behind the moments. This past week, I photographed two unique events: the Investiture Ceremony of the…
