Reading Time: 4 minutesAlicia Sparkman and Jordan Timpy sit down with missionary Brittany James and Mama Daniel for the first time, sharing
Sewing Threads of Hope – A Journey of Faith
Reading Time: 2 minutesRaysham, hard at work on her sewing machine, is part of the SIFA Program that empowers women to become
The Power of Natural Gifts and the Limits of Learning
Reading Time: 5 minutesWhen we think about developing skills, we often believe that with enough hard work and practice, anyone can master
Ten Years of Growth: Lessons from Storytellers Abroad in Tanzania
Reading Time: 4 minutesIt’s hard to believe that ten years have passed since our first Storytellers Abroad workshop in Lisbon, Portugal. This
Syncing Time: Why Your Camera Needs a Little Help
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn our connected world, smartphones do a remarkable job of keeping time. They sync to the correct time and
How to Translate and Create English Captions from a Swahili Interview Using AI Tools
Reading Time: 2 minutesIf you’ve ever needed to translate and create captions from a Swahili interview—or any other language not natively supported
The Power of Context in Don Rutledge’s Photography & Steven Spielberg’s movies.
Reading Time: 5 minutesMartin Luther King, Jr. funeral. [photo by Don Rutledge] When I reflect on what set my mentor, Don Rutledge,
Navigating the Nuances of Personality as a Business Owner and Entrepreneur
Reading Time: 3 minutesPhoto by: Robin Rayne One of the most challenging aspects of being a business owner and entrepreneur is recognizing
Hook Your Audience with Powerful Visuals
Reading Time: 3 minutesCowboy is trying his best to pull himself back upon the horse during the bucking competition of the Panaewa
Captivating Audiences: The Art of Storytelling for Your Business or Nonprofit
Reading Time: 3 minutesOn May 20, 2013, a tornado of the highest category EF5 hit the small town of Moore in the American
Photographing in the Dark: A Challenging but Rewarding Experience
Reading Time: 2 minutes[NIKON Z 9, NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S, Mode = Aperture Priority, ISO 25600, 1/250, ƒ/5.6, (35mm =
Speaking to a Camera Club: Insights from a Professional Photographer
Reading Time: 2 minutesStanley is speaking to the YWAM School of Photography in Kona, Hawaii. Photo by Dennis Fahringer When asked to
Embracing Failure: The Hidden Path to Success in Photography and Creativity
Reading Time: 3 minutesAs a photographer and creative, I’ve learned an invaluable lesson over the years: the importance of trying, even if
In Loving Memory of Knolan Benfield
Reading Time: 3 minutesKnolan Benfield, born on May 17th, 1941, passed away on July 11th, 2024, leaving a legacy of love, mentorship,
Experiencing Fourth of July Fireworks from a New Perspective
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Fourth of July brought a fresh twist to my traditional fireworks photography this year. Instead of heading out
Why Your Smartphone Beats Your High-End Camera in One Critical Area: GPS
Reading Time: 2 minutesI’ve spent years as a photographer using high-end digital cameras to capture stunning images. While these cameras excel in