Two Assignments, One Mission As a visual storyteller, every assignment presents an opportunity to connect people to the stories behind the moments.
The Power of Archiving: A 40-Year-Old Photo Request
A few days ago, I received an email that took me back to my early days as a photojournalist. The message started
How to Build Relationships While Covering a Multi-Day Corporate Event
As a freelance photographer covering a company’s annual meeting or conference, your role extends beyond capturing great images—you’re also building relationships. Whether
When System Data Takes Over: My Hard Lesson in Mac Storage Management
On Friday, I ran into a frustrating issue that every digital creative dreads—my Mac ran out of space. As someone who regularly
Values + Trust = Relationship: How Freelance Photographers Can Go Beyond Transactions
As an independent photographer, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking your work is just about delivering images. A client
What My Uncle’s Trumpet Taught Me About Photography
I recently inherited my uncle’s English Besson 10-10 trumpet, a beautifully crafted instrument with a rich, resonant tone. As I started playing
The Photographer’s Guide to Marketing on a Budget
As a photographer and small business owner, mastering marketing can feel overwhelming, especially with limited funds. However, you can grow your brand
Rediscovering the Beauty Outside Your Window
Today’s snowstorm brought more than just a blanket of white to Roswell, Georgia; it brought a sense of wonder and excitement that
The Art of the Cull: Narrowing Down 6,589 Photos from the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl
Sports photography is often as much about what you discard as what you keep. I shot 6,589 images over a full day
Beyond the Assignment: Building a Photo Library for Clients
When shooting photos for clients, my goal isn’t just to fulfill the immediate assignment and create a resource that serves them far
Creative Synergy: Collaborating at the Springer Opera House for Impactful Storytelling
Collaborating with fellow creatives is essential for artists seeking to expand their horizons and produce compelling work. Recently, I had the pleasure
Capturing Holiday Moments: Tips for Stunning Photos
The holiday season is the perfect time to take memorable photos of friends and family in front of beautiful Christmas trees, dazzling
Tips for Starting Out: Insights from My First Meeting with an NPPA Mentee
I recently had the pleasure of meeting my NPPA mentee for the first time. She’s just starting in the photography business, and
Balancing Storytelling and Information in Business and Nonprofit Messaging
In this photo, women learn to sew as part of Sifa’s mission to empower women to become successful small business owners who,
Why Photographers Should Use ChatGPT for Captions, Keywords, and Feedback
ChatGPT is an excellent tool for photographers, helping streamline tasks like writing captions, generating keywords, and refining storytelling. When used wisely, it
Unveiling the Power of Photo Analysis with ChatGPT
Today, I stumbled upon a fascinating feature of ChatGPT: the ability to upload a photo and request an analysis. As a professional